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Full time| September Start| 5 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?
Sanza Teaching is seeking a skilled and compassionate BSL Teaching Assistant to work at an outstanding primary school in Wandsworth, Southwest London. This is a Full-time role, 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:
- September Start
- 5 days per week (Full-time)
- Location: Wandsworth
- Working hours: 8:30am - 3:30/4:00pm
- BSL Level 2 or above required
- Experience with ASD and complex needs preferred
- Pay: £90 - £110 per day
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 School 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
Apply now or contact Taylor at SANZA on to learn more about this fantastic opportunity in Wandsworth.
