BSL Learning Support Assistant
Pertemps Education Network
Wandsworth Full-Time | Term Time Only |
September Start | Long-Term / Permanent Opportunity
Are you passionate about supporting deaf children to achieve their full potential? Do you hold British Sign Language (BSL) Level 2 or above and want to work in a specialist educational setting where communication and inclusion are at the heart of everything?
We are recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded specialist deaf school in Wandsworth for a dedicated BSL Learning Support Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming, experienced team and support deaf and hearing-impaired pupils to thrive both academically and socially.
The Role As a BSL Learning Support Assistant, you will:
- Support deaf and hearing-impaired pupils across the school using British Sign Language (BSL).
- Provide one-to-one and small group support to help pupils access learning and achieve their EHCP outcomes.
- Work closely with class teachers to adapt lessons and learning resources.
- Encourage communication, language development, confidence and independence.
- Support pupils with additional SEND, including Autism, Speech & Language needs and learning difficulties where appropriate.
- Assist with behaviour management using positive, child-centred approaches.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, families and the wider school community.
- Collaborate with Teachers of the Deaf, Speech & Language Therapists, Audiologists and other specialist professionals.
- BSL Level 2 qualification or above (essential).
- Experience working with children or young people in a school, care or support setting.
- A genuine passion for supporting deaf learners.
- Patient, caring and resilient with excellent communication skills.
- Able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Working in a deaf school or hearing resource provision.
- Supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, Speech & Language needs or SEMH.
- Knowledge of Total Communication, Makaton or visual communication strategies.
- Relevant Teaching Assistant or Learning Support qualification.
- Competitive daily pay.
- Full-time, term-time only position.
- Specialist training and ongoing CPD.
- Opportunity to work alongside Teachers of the Deaf and specialist therapists.
- Small class sizes with excellent staff-to-pupil ratios.
- A supportive leadership team and outstanding learning environment.
- A rewarding role where you will make a genuine difference every day.
To apply, please contact Charlie Hayes on:
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