Communication Support Worker

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is seeking a Communication Support Worker in East London. The role involves providing essential communication support using British Sign Language and ensuring learners' integration and independence. Ideal candidates should have a BSL Level 3 qualification and relevant experience in an educational setting. Strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of Deaf culture are vital. This permanent position offers a chance to significantly contribute to the educational experience of learners with additional needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of BSL Level 3 qualification.
• Recent experience providing communication support in education.
• Knowledge of Deaf culture and inclusive practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate communication support including BSL and SSE.
• Interpret between spoken English and BSL in various settings.
• Adapt communication styles to meet learners' needs.

Skills

British Sign Language (BSL)

Sign Supported English (SSE)

Interpersonal skills

Good IT skills

Understanding of Deaf culture

Flexibility and resilience

Safeguarding knowledge

Commitment to equality and inclusion

Education

BSL Level 3 qualification

Job description

Overview

Are you interested in Communication Support worker Roles 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 Communication support worker - apply today!

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

Our Ideal candidate should have the following qualifications, skills and experience.

• 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.

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

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. 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.