British Sign Language (BSL) TA

Description:

BSL Teaching Assistant / SEND Support Worker Needed – SE19

Location: SE19, South London
Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner)
Salary: £95 - £120 per day (depending on experience)

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming and inclusive one-form entry Catholic primary school in the SE19 area, which is seeking a dedicated and compassionate BSL Teaching Assistant / SEND Support Worker to join their specialist SEND provision.

This rewarding role will involve supporting pupils with additional needs, helping to facilitate communication, engagement, and access to learning through the use of British Sign Language (BSL). The school is looking for an individual who is passionate about supporting children and making a positive difference in their educational journey.

While previous primary school experience is desirable, it is not essential. The school is keen to hear from candidates with strong BSL skills and experience supporting individuals with hearing impairments, SEND, or communication needs in any setting.

The successful candidate will have:

Experience using British Sign Language (BSL) – this is essential
A genuine passion for supporting children with SEND
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families
A patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Desirable but not essential:

Experience working within a primary school setting
Experience supporting children with SEND, hearing impairments, or communication needs
Teaching Assistant or support work experience
In return, you can expect to receive:

Competitive rates of pay
Ongoing support from a dedicated TeacherActive consultant
Access to CPD and professional development opportunities
The opportunity to work within a supportive and welcoming school community
A rewarding role where you can make a genuine impact on children's lives
If you are interested in this position, please click ‘Apply Now’ or contact Abbie Newton-Smith on (phone number removed) or email for more information.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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