SEND Teaching Assistant – Hearing Impairment Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant – Hearing Impairment Location: Wimbledon, South West London Start Date: Immediate Start Salary: £90 – £120 per day Contract: Full-Time, Monday to Friday | Long-Term Do you have experience supporting children and young people with hearing impairments? Are you confident using British Sign Language (BSL) or other communication strategies to support pupils? Are you passionate about making education accessible and inclusive for children with additional needs? TeacherActive is proud to be recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistants to work within a specialist SEND school in the Wimbledon area, supporting pupils aged 3 to 16 years old with hearing impairments and additional special educational needs. We are looking for compassionate individuals who can support pupils with varying levels of hearing loss, communication difficulties and complex learning needs, helping them develop their confidence, independence and educational potential. The Role As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will: Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with hearing impairments. Support pupils aged 3–16 across primary and secondary age groups. Use BSL, visual communication aids and alternative communication strategies where appropriate. Assist teachers in adapting classroom activities to meet individual communication and learning needs. Support pupils with autism, learning difficulties and additional SEND needs. Encourage positive behaviour, independence and social interaction. Work collaboratively with teachers, specialist staff and therapists. Promote an inclusive, supportive and engaging learning environment. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Previous experience working with children with hearing impairments or SEND. BSL Level 2 or above is highly desirable. Experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or SEND Support Worker. Knowledge of communication strategies for deaf and hearing-impaired pupils. An understanding of autism, SLD, PMLD or complex needs would be advantageous. Excellent communication, patience and adaptability. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupils' wellbeing. In Return, TeacherActive Offers: Competitive daily rates of £90–£120. Long-term opportunities within specialist SEND schools. Access to CPD and professional development. A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support. PAYE payment options. Opportunities to develop specialist SEND experience. All applicants will be subject to safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Interested in Applying? If you have experience supporting deaf or hearing-impaired pupils and are looking for a rewarding opportunity within specialist education, we would love to hear from you. Contact: Geoff Jones Telephone: (phone number removed) Email: Apply today and help make a difference to pupils with hearing impairments! 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. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment
SEND Teaching Assistant - Hearing Impairment in Trinity employer: TeacherActive
At TeacherActive, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that values the contributions of every team member. Our commitment to professional development ensures that our nursery practitioners have ample opportunities for growth and advancement, all while working in the vibrant community of Lymm, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children in their formative years.
