BSL Trained Teaching Assistant

Job Title: BSL Trained Teaching Assistant
Location: Swansea
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £14.25 - £15.25 per hour

Are you an experienced BSL Trained Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a supportive Primary School?

Do you have the skills to communicate confidently using British Sign Language and support children with ALN?

Are you passionate about helping pupils reach their full potential in an inclusive learning environment?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a fantastic Primary School in Swansea that has a dedicated ALN unit supporting children with a range of additional learning needs. The school is committed to providing an inclusive, nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to thrive and develop through high-quality support and positive relationships.

The school is looking to appoint a BSL Trained Teaching Assistant on a long-term temporary basis from September 2026. The successful BSL Trained Teaching Assistant will work closely with pupils who benefit from BSL communication, supporting their learning, independence and engagement throughout the school day while working alongside the class teacher and wider ALN team.

The successful BSL Trained Teaching Assistant will have:

• BSL qualification or proven experience using British Sign Language
• Previous experience supporting children within a Primary School or ALN setting
• A good understanding of supporting pupils with additional learning needs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A patient, caring and proactive approach
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL: [email protected]
CONTACT NUMBER: 01792 717477

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.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

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.