At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young Deaf children with complex learning needs in a 1:1 setting.
- Company: Frank Barnes, a leading sign bilingual school for Deaf children in London.
- Benefits: Strong induction, BSL training, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Join a friendly, supportive team in a school with Outstanding Ofsted status.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of Deaf children while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Minimum BSL Level 2 and experience with young Deaf learners.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 28000 £ per year.
Hours: 34hrs p/w (Term time only), Mon-Fri
Contract: Specific task, linked to child’s EHCP, reviewed annually, to start September 2026.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant with minimum BSL Level 2 skills, good behaviour management skills and knowledge/experience of working with young Deaf children with complex learning needs in the Early Years Foundation Stage / Key Stage 1/2 SEN class.
The First Choice for Deaf Children in London Frank Barnes is a sign bilingual school for profoundly Deaf Children, with a national and international reputation as a centre of excellence in Deaf Education. We have recently been awarded Outstanding Status by Ofsted for the second consecutive inspection and have a commitment to high-quality education as well as your professional development.
We are a friendly, supportive school, based in Camden, a short walk from St Pancras International Station with good rail links across London and beyond.
We are committed to ensuring:
- Every child develops a positive sense of their Deaf identity and becomes a successful learner
- BSL and English are taught to a high standard, enabling our children to become fluent in both languages
- Staff, parents and carers are fully involved in the life of the school
We are committed to safeguarding children, and any appointment is subject to satisfactory checks and references. The position will require an Enhanced DBS check, including a barred list check. The post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (as amended in 2013 & 2020). Applicants are not required to disclose details of any youth cautions or ‘protected’ criminal convictions, adult cautions or bind-overs they may have incurred. The school will carry out an online search on applicants as part of due diligence checks in order to identify any historical incidents that may need to be addressed during the interview. The School’s safeguarding policy is included with the application pack, and we ask you to read this before applying for the post.
We provide the following support and training:
- Strong induction
- British Sign Language training
- Whole school staff development and training
1:1 Teaching Assistant (SEN) employer: Fbarnes
Frank Barnes is an outstanding sign bilingual school in Camden, renowned for its commitment to high-quality education for profoundly Deaf children. We foster a supportive and inclusive work culture, offering extensive professional development opportunities, including British Sign Language training, ensuring that our staff are well-equipped to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our students. With excellent transport links and a focus on developing each child's Deaf identity, we provide a rewarding environment for dedicated educators looking to grow in their careers.
