BSL Teaching Assistant

BSL Teaching Assistant 

Location: Greenwich
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, Term-Time Only
Rate: £140 per day, depending on experience and qualifications

We are currently recruiting for a BSL Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Greenwich. This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated individual with a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in British Sign Language (BSL) to support students with hearing impairments within a mainstream school setting.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring students can fully access their education, communicate effectively with staff and peers, and develop both academically and socially.

The Role As a BSL Teaching Assistant, you will:

Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students who are deaf or have hearing impairments
Use British Sign Language (BSL) to support communication between students and teaching staff
Assist students in accessing the curriculum and participating fully in lessons
Deliver targeted learning interventions and reinforce classroom learning
Support students with their social and emotional development
Encourage students' confidence, independence and engagement in school life
Work closely with teachers and the wider support team to meet individual student needs The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who has:

A minimum Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in British Sign Language (BSL)
Previous experience supporting children or young people with hearing impairments
Strong BSL communication skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A patient, calm and compassionate approach
The ability to build positive relationships with students
A flexible and proactive attitude
A genuine commitment to inclusive education and supporting every student to reach their potential What’s on Offer
£140 per day, depending on experience and qualification level
Full-time, term-time-only position
Supportive and inclusive school environment
Opportunities for professional development
Valuable long-term experience within a mainstream school setting
The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the educational experience of students with hearing impairments If you are a qualified BSL professional or Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting deaf and hard-of-hearing students, we would be very keen to hear from you