BSL Teaching Assistant

Posted 21 May 2025
Salary Negotiable
LocationCamden
Job type Contract
Discipline Primary Education
ReferenceBSL/Z/003_1747825123

Job description

British Sign Language (BSL) Teaching Assistant - Camden, Northwest London

Part-Time | Immediate Start | 2 Days Per Week | Primary SEN | 1:1 Support Role

  • Are you deaf or fluent in British Sign Language (BSL)?
  • Are you passionate about supporting children with hearing impairments or complex needs?
  • Are you available to start immediately in a flexible, part-time role?

Remedy Education is seeking a skilled and compassionate BSL Teaching Assistant to work at an outstanding primary school in Camden, Northwest London. This is a part-time role (2 days per week) where you will be working 1:1 with a child who has complex needs and is profoundly deaf. Your BSL expertise will be essential, as this is the student's primary means of communication.

Key Details:

  • Immediate start
  • 2 days per week (part-time)
  • Location: Camden, Northwest London
  • Working hours: 8:30am - 3:30/4:00pm
  • BSL Level 2 or above required
  • Experience with ASD and complex needs preferred

Your Role Will Involve:

  • Providing 1:1 support to a student with complex needs who is hearing impaired.
  • Using British Sign Language (BSL) to communicate and support learning.
  • Helping the student engage with classroom activities and interact with peers.
  • Supporting their emotional, social, and academic development.
  • Liaising with teachers, SENCOs, and specialists to ensure consistency in care and progress.
  • Relaying BSL communication between the student and non-signing staff or pupils.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

  • British Sign Language (BSL) qualification - Level 2 or above
  • Experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly ASD and/or hearing impairments
  • Confidence in using BSL as a primary communication tool
  • Strong interpersonal skills and an empathetic approach
  • Ability to adapt to different learning styles and individual needs
  • A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)

What the School Offers:

  • A warm, inclusive and highly supportive working environment
  • An Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' SEN department with excellent facilities
  • Small class sizes and a specialist team focused on individual student support
  • Excellent training opportunities in SEN and communication strategies
  • Work/life balance with a flexible part-time schedule
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN consultant

Interested?

If you're passionate about BSL and ready to make a meaningful impact in a child's life, we want to hear from you.

Click "APPLY NOW" to submit your CV or contact Remedy Education directly to express your interest.