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British Sign Language Teaching Assistant
Location: Islington, London
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Part-time & Long-term roles available
Hours: Monday to Friday (flexible part-time options)
Pay: £100-£120 per day PAYE (dependent on experience)
Recruitment by: SANZA Teaching Agency
Overview
SANZA Teaching Agency is seeking an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant with British Sign Language (BSL) skills to join a primary school deaf provision in Islington. This is a fantastic opportunity for passionate education professionals to support deaf and hearing-impaired pupils in a fully inclusive environment, helping them access the curriculum, develop confidence, and thrive academically and socially.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide 1:1 and small group support for deaf and hearing-impaired pupils across primary years.
* Use BSL fluently to support learning, communication, and social development.
* Assist the class teacher, Teacher of the Deaf, and SENCO in delivering differentiated lessons.
* Support pupils' emotional regulation, independence, and confidence.
* Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment.
Requirements
* Recognised BSL qualification (Level 2 minimum, Level 3 or above preferred).
* Proven experience supporting deaf or hearing-impaired children in an educational setting.
* Strong behaviour management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Patient, flexible, and proactive approach to supporting pupils with additional needs.
What We Offer
* Part-time and long-term opportunities in a supportive school setting.
* The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of deaf pupils.
* Ongoing training and professional support through SANZA Teaching Agency.
Additional postings
* British Sign Language Teaching Assistant — Islington, London — Primary school — Long-term (temporary)
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* Primary SEND Teacher — Brent, London — Long-term (temporary)
* Special Needs Teacher — Newham, London — Permanent
* Year 6 Teacher — Islington, London — Long-term (temporary)
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