BSL Teaching Assistant

We are working with a large ‘Good Ofsted rated’ special school in Wandsworth SW12 postcode, who are looking to recruit experienced SEN Teaching Assistants who are experienced in BSL. These roles are long term positions. They will begin with a probationary period and if this is passed there are long term contracts available with weekly shift work and potential permanent contract offers further down the line, starting on an agency worker basis. 

The school caters for children and young people who have cognitive disabilities and complex support needs. The ideal person will need to be flexible with a strong understanding of BSL.

The school provides education for pupils are deaf and/or who have speech, language and communication needs (SLCN)

Your working days will be:

1. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday - 8:15am - 3:45pm

   Wednesday - 8:15am - 4:45pm 

It is essential that you have previous experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs, are confident in supporting children with HI and SLCN. Ongoing training will be provided at the school as well as refresher training throughout the year.

You will need experience in the area below:

HI - Hearing Impairment/Role supporting Deaf children:

• Any experience in using BSL (British Sign Language) or advanced Makaton is required.
• Any direct experience in working with adults or children who are Hearing Impaired or Deaf required.

The school have an incredibly supportive structure throughout the school to support all pupils and staff.

If you are interested in this position and have any of the above requirements, please send your CV ASAP to avoid missing out on these excellent opportunities. You will be rewarded with excellent competitive rates of pay in the region of £90+ per day. 

You will need to have a DBS on the update service or be willing to pay towards running one.

Please apply today with your CV and we will get in contact to discuss this school and other local opportunities in local schools.