British Sign Language CSW

Ace Academics Consultancy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Ace Academics is recruiting a BSL Communication Support Worker (CSW) to support Deaf and hard‑of‑hearing students within a Further Education college in South East London.

You will provide in‑class and 1:1 communication and learning support, helping students access lessons and participate in college life, with safeguarding and inclusive practices at the core.

Qualifications

• BSL Level 2, Level 3 or working towards Level 3.
• Experience as CSW, BSL TA, Learning Support or Deaf Support worker.
• Experience supporting Deaf or hard‑of‑hearing learners.
• Desirable experience in college/FE/education settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide BSL communication support during lessons.
• Support Deaf/hard‑of‑hearing students 1:1 and in class.
• Facilitate communication between students, tutors and peers.
• Help students understand lesson content and instructions.
• Provide note‑taking and communication support as needed.
• Adapt communication methods to individual needs.
• Support students across vocational and academic subjects.
• Encourage independence, confidence and participation.
• Work with lecturers, Learning Support and SEN teams.
• Follow safeguarding and confidentiality procedures.

Skills

BSL Level 2

BSL Level 3

Communication support

Deaf awareness

Patient and professional

Job description

BSL Communication Support Worker (CSW) - College / Learning Support

Location: South East London

Pay: £25-£30 per hour, dependent on experience

Contract: Ongoing | Term-Time | College / Further Education

Ace Academics is recruiting a BSL Communication Support Worker (CSW) to support Deaf and hard-of-hearing students within a Further Education college in South East London.

We are interested in hearing from experienced Communication Support Workers, BSL Support Workers, BSL Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants and Deaf Support Workers who have experience supporting students in education.

Applicants with British Sign Language (BSL) Level 2 or Level 3, or those currently working towards Level 3, are encouraged to apply.

The Role

As a BSL Communication Support Worker, you will provide in-class and 1:1 communication and learning support to Deaf and hard-of-hearing students, helping them access lessons and participate fully in college life.

Responsibilities will include:

• Providing British Sign Language (BSL) communication support during lessons.
• Supporting Deaf and hard-of-hearing students on a 1:1 basis and within classroom settings.
• Facilitating communication between students, lecturers, tutors and peers.
• Supporting students to understand lesson content, classroom discussions and instructions.
• Providing note-taking and communication support where required.
• Adapting communication methods around individual student needs.
• Supporting students across a variety of vocational and academic subjects.
• Encouraging student independence, confidence and participation.
• Working closely with lecturers, Learning Support and SEN teams.
• Following college safeguarding, confidentiality and inclusion procedures.

About You

• British Sign Language (BSL) Level 2, Level 3 or above, or currently working towards Level 3.
• Experience as a Communication Support Worker (CSW), BSL Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Deaf Support Worker or similar.
• Experience supporting Deaf or hard-of-hearing learners.
• Previous experience within a college, FE, school, SEN or education setting is desirable.
• Good understanding of Deaf awareness, inclusive learning and communication needs.
• A patient, supportive and professional approach.
• Candidates with strong practical BSL skills and relevant education or Deaf support experience are encouraged to apply even if they do not currently hold BSL Level 3.

Why Apply?

• £25-£30 per hour depending on experience and BSL level.
• Ongoing term-time opportunity.
• Further Education college environment.
• Consistent work supporting Deaf and hard-of-hearing learners.
• Opportunity to work alongside an established Learning Support team.

Relevant backgrounds may include: Communication Support Worker, CSW, BSL Support Worker, British Sign Language Support Worker, Deaf Support Worker, BSL Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, LSA, SEN Support Worker, SEND Support Worker, Deaf Education or Communication Support