Communication Support Worker

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

Hourly rate of £25.98 plus £3.14 holilday pay - £51.03 plus £6.16 holiday pay - rate is dependent on experience.

United Colleges Group

Closing on 16/09/2026 at 23:59

Enhanced DBS Check

Casual | Flexible Hours/Full Time/Part Time/Term Time

Communication Support Worker - Casual

Additional Learning Support & Supported Learning

Hourly rate of £25.98 plus £3.14 holilday pay - £51.03 plus £6.16 holiday pay - rate is dependent on qualifications

Who we are

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Communication Support Worker (CSW) to join our Additional Learning Support team. This rewarding role provides high-quality communication support for D/deaf students studying within mainstream college provision, helping them to fully access learning and achieve their educational goals.

You will work closely with students, lecturers and support staff to ensure communication barriers are removed, promoting inclusion, independence and academic success. Support will be delivered in class, on a one-to-one basis, in small groups and through additional sessions within the Deaf Hub.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone committed to empowering D/deaf learners and making a genuine difference to student outcomes.

Key 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 Individual Education Plans (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.

We are looking for a motivated and student-centred individual who is passionate about supporting D/deaf learners to thrive.

Essential Requirements

• 5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above, including English and Mathematics
• Signature Level 6 Certificate in British Sign Language (BSL)
• Experience facilitating communication between deaf and hearing individuals
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities relating to young people and vulnerable adults
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Commitment to delivering high-quality communication support
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Desirable

• Degree in a relevant subject area
• Experience of both interpretation and translation

What We’re Looking For

You will be:

• Student-focused and ambitious for learner success.
• An enthusiastic communicator who can inspire confidence.
• Adaptable and able to work with a variety of support needs.
• Committed to inclusion, equality and safeguarding.
• A collaborative team player who enjoys working with teaching and support colleagues.

Additional Information

• The role will involve working across multiple college sites and occasional travel to external venues.
• Flexibility is required to support college events, including occasional evening and weekend work.
• This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

This college is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to full-vetting procedures including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services Check.

United Colleges Group is committed to fostering a culture of respect, inclusion and belonging, where everyone is valued and supported. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment