BSL Communication Support for Deaf Learners

United Colleges Group Jobs; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS Check

Flexibility in hours

Job summary

United Colleges Group is seeking a Communication Support Worker (Casual) to provide high-quality British Sign Language (BSL) communication support for D/deaf students within mainstream college provision, helping them to fully access learning and achieve educational goals.

You will work closely with students, lecturers and support staff across multiple sites, providing in-class, one-to-one and small-group support, including additional sessions in the Deaf Hub.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality communication support.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality British Sign Language (BSL) communication support for D/deaf learners in lessons and college activities.
• Adapt communication and signing styles to meet individual learner needs.
• Support students both within and outside the classroom, including revision and catch-up sessions.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to ensure lessons are accessible and engaging.
• Promote student independence, confidence and achievement.
• Assist with IEPs, behaviour support plans and learner reviews.
• Create and adapt learning resources to support communication and development.
• Promote deaf awareness across the college community.
• Support learners during assessments, examinations and educational visits where required.
• Maintain accurate learner records and contribute to progress reviews and reports.
• Participate in college events such as interviews, enrolment, open days and parents' evenings.

Education

BSL Level 6 Certificate

5 GCSEs (English & Maths included)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

United Colleges Group is seeking a Communication Support Worker (Casual) to provide high-quality British Sign Language (BSL) communication support for D/deaf students within mainstream college provision, helping them to fully access learning and achieve educational goals.

You will work closely with students, lecturers and support staff across multiple sites, providing in-class, one-to-one and small-group support, including additional sessions in the Deaf Hub.