BSL Education Interpreter — Empower Deaf Learners

Barking & Dagenham College; Tendring; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Barking & Dagenham College is seeking an Education Sign Language Specialist to provide high-quality BSL interpretation and communication support for Deaf students. You will work with teaching staff to promote inclusion, access to learning, and equitable assessments across a range of college activities.

The role requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, safeguarding knowledge, and a commitment to student achievement within a term-time, full-time framework.

Qualifications

• Qualified in British Sign Language (BSL) Level 3 or Level 6 BSL equivalent.
• Experience providing communication support or interpreting within education, training, or similar environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of Deaf culture and inclusive communication practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, confidentiality, and equality legislation.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and effective BSL interpretation between spoken English and British Sign Language during lessons, tutorials, workshops, practical sessions, meetings, and college events.
• Support Deaf students to access the curriculum while encouraging independence and self-advocacy.
• Adapt communication methods to meet individual student needs while maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Liaise with lecturers and curriculum teams to prepare for lessons and ensure learning materials are accessible.
• Support students during examinations where permitted under awarding body regulations.
• Attend team meetings, reviews, and professional development activities.
• Maintain accurate records of student support in line with college procedures.
• Promote equality, diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding in all aspects of the role.
• Work in accordance with the National Registers of Communication Professionals working with Deaf.

Skills

BSL Level 3

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Deaf culture awareness

Time management

Education

BSL Level 3 / Level 6 equivalent

Job description

Barking & Dagenham College is seeking an Education Sign Language Specialist to provide high-quality BSL interpretation and communication support for Deaf students. You will work with teaching staff to promote inclusion, access to learning, and equitable assessments across a range of college activities.

The role requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, safeguarding knowledge, and a commitment to student achievement within a term-time, full-time framework.