Communication Support Worker

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Communication Support Worker for the East London Area. This permanent role requires a candidate with a BSL Level 3 qualification and experience providing communication support in educational settings. Responsibilities include interpreting spoken English into BSL during lessons and encouraging learner independence. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, knowledge of Deaf culture, and a commitment to equality and inclusion. If interested, please apply with a CV to be contacted by a consultant.

Qualifications

• Minimum of BSL Level 3 qualification.
• Significant recent experience providing communication support in an educational setting.
• Good IT skills to adapt and develop accessible learning resources.

Responsibilities

• Interpret between spoken English and BSL during lessons.
• Support learners in developing independence and confidence.
• Contribute to learner support plans and progress monitoring.

Skills

BSL Level 3 qualification

Communication support experience

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Knowledge of Deaf culture

Flexibility

Understanding of safeguarding

Commitment to equality and inclusion

Job description

Overview

Are you interested in a Communication Support Worker role in East London Area? Morgan Hunt are pleased to announce that we are working with several Colleges and Sixth Forms across the county on a preferred supplier basis. Together we are seeking to appoint a Communication Support Worker – apply today!

Job Details

Job Title: Communication Support Worker
Job Type: Permanent
Location: East London
Industry: Education
Length of contract: Permanent

Key responsibilities

Provide accurate and professional communication support, including British Sign Language (BSL), Sign Supported English (SSE), lip-speaking, and written support.

• Interpret between spoken English and BSL during lessons, tutorials, meetings, and wider college activities.
• Adapt communication styles and resources to meet individual learner needs.
• Encourage and support learners in developing independence, confidence, and self-advocacy.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to anticipate lesson content and adapt specialist terminology.
• Support learners both in academic and social settings, promoting integration with peers.
• Contribute to learner support plans, EHCP reviews, and progress monitoring.
• Promote Deaf awareness across the college community.
• Maintain confidentiality, impartiality, and professional boundaries at all times.

Our ideal candidate

• Minimum of BSL Level 3 qualification
• Significant recent experience providing communication support in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of Deaf culture and inclusive practice.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, parents/carers, and external agencies.
• Good IT skills to adapt and develop accessible learning resources.
• Flexibility and resilience to support learners with a range of additional needs and behaviours.
• An understanding of safeguarding and a commitment to promoting equality and inclusion.
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and self-motivated, with a commitment to continuous professional development.

How to apply

If you are interested in working in the Communication support worker role in East London, please apply to this advert with a CV today and a consultant will contact you!

Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.