BSL/Sign Language Specialist

Dovetail and Slate; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate in London is seeking BSL/Sign Language Specialists to support learners in further education. You will provide high-quality communication and learning support to deaf and hearing-impaired learners across a range of curriculum areas, working closely with students and staff.

Candidates with BSL Level 4 or 6, experience with deaf learners, and strong communication skills are invited. A flexible, proactive approach and the ability to build positive relationships are essential;

Qualifications

• BSL Level 4 or 6 (or equivalent).
• Experience supporting deaf or hearing-impaired individuals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A flexible and proactive approach to supporting learners.
• The ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality communication and learning support to deaf and hearing-impaired learners.
• Working closely with students across a variety of curriculum areas.

Skills

Experience supporting deaf or hearing-

Excellent communication & inter-person

Flexible and proactive approach

Ability to build positive relations

Education

BSL Level 4 or 6 (or equivalent)

Job description

BSL/Sign Language Specialist

Temporary Contract 30 Hours per Week

Location: London

Are you an experienced BSL communicator looking to support learners in further education?

About the Role

A further education provider in London is looking for several BSL/Sign Language Specialists to join their team from September 2026. You'll work closely with students across a variety of curriculum areas, providing high-quality communication and learning support to deaf and hearing-impaired learners.

This opportunity would suit candidates from a range of backgrounds, including further education, schools, specialist education, residential care, supported living, or support work.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality communication and learning support to deaf and hearing-impaired learners.
• Working closely with students across a variety of curriculum areas.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• BSL Level 4 or 6 (or equivalent)
• Experience supporting deaf or hearing-impaired individuals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A flexible and proactive approach to supporting learners
• The ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience as a BSL Interpreter
• Experience as a Communication Support Worker
• Experience as a Teacher of the Deaf
• Experience as a Learning Support Practitioner or Learning Support Assistant
• Experience as a Specialist Support Worker, SEND Support Worker or Deaf Support Worker
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant (BSL) or Education Support Worker

What We Offer

• September 2026 start
• 30 hours per week
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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