Multi-Sensory Support Worker

New City College; Romford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym facilities

Subsidised on-site cafes

CPD days

Interest-free travel loans

Health cash plan

Employee assistance program

Discounts on daily expenses

Accessible college sites

Job summary

New City College is seeking a dedicated Multi-Sensory Support Worker to assist students with deaf, hearing, visual, and multi-sensory impairments within our Supported Learning team.

You will provide direct and indirect support to enable access to the curriculum, use BSL and assistive technologies, and help students develop independence and life skills in an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Holds Level 3 British Sign Language (BSL) qualification or is working towards it.
• Experience supporting individuals with sensory impairments, ideally in an educational setting.
• Understanding of challenges and support needs for hearing and visual impairments.
• Passionate about inclusion and empowering students to achieve independence and success.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build positive relationships.
• Organised, adaptable and able to work in a collaborative team.
• Committed to safeguarding, equality, diversity and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect support to students with sensory impairments, ensuring full access to the curriculum.
• Use a range of communication and support methods, including BSL, note-taking, assistive technology, guiding and language modification.
• Prepare and adapt learning materials to meet individual sensory needs and advise tutors on accessible resources.
• Support students to develop independence, mobility, life skills and effective use of assistive technology.
• Facilitate smooth transitions into college life and encourage positive interaction with peers and staff.
• Deliver and promote sensory awareness training and guidance across the college.
• Provide communication and mobility support during trips, work experience placements and college events.
• Attend student reviews, EHCP meetings and team meetings, contributing to student progress and support plans.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records and administrative documentation.

Skills

BSL Level 3

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organisation

Safeguarding

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Multi-Sensory Support Worker to join our Supported Learning team. In this rewarding role, you will provide specialist support to students who are deaf, partially hearing, visually impaired and/or multi-sensory impaired, enabling them to fully access their learning and achieve their potential. Working closely with students, tutors and support staff, you will help create an inclusive learning environment that promotes independence, confidence and successful progression.

• Provide direct and indirect support to students with sensory impairments, ensuring full access to the curriculum.
• Use a range of communication and support methods, including BSL, note-taking, assistive technology, guiding and language modification.
• Prepare and adapt learning materials to meet individual sensory needs and advise tutors on accessible resources.
• Support students to develop independence, mobility, life skills and effective use of assistive technology.
• Facilitate smooth transitions into college life and encourage positive interaction with peers and staff.
• Deliver and promote sensory awareness training and guidance across the college.
• Provide communication and mobility support during trips, work experience placements and college events.
• Attend student reviews, EHCP meetings and team meetings, contributing to student progress and support plans.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records and administrative documentation.
• You hold a Level 3 British Sign Language (BSL) qualification or are working towards achieving it.
• You have experience supporting individuals with sensory impairments, ideally within an educational setting.
• You understand the challenges and support needs associated with hearing and visual impairments.
• You are passionate about inclusion and empowering students to achieve independence and success.
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues and external partners.
• You are organised, adaptable and able to work effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• You are committed to safeguarding, equality, diversity and continuous professional development. New City College is proud to be an Ofsted Outstanding college, the largest in England to receive this top rating. With campuses across east London, south-west Essex, and two language schools, we are a sector leader in further education.
• Working with New City College (NCC) means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality education and skills that benefit our students and communities. We offer industry-standard facilities, expert staff, and strong partnerships with leading organisations. Our focus on future-ready skills and technology ensures students are well-prepared for higher education or employment, and employers trust us for staff training and development. Following the merger of seven colleges, NCC has become one of the UK's most influential FE providers, offering sixth form education, adult learning, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130 million, 20,000 students and 1,800 staff, we are a major force in the sector. We are proud of our inclusive, diverse community and have a zero-tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we look ahead, we remain committed to investing in our people and resources to provide an excellent, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of both students and employers. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. This does not prevent any other candidate with or without a protective characteristic from applying for our jobs. As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, along with a check of the Children's Barred List if engaged in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove unsatisfactory. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. Failure to make a full disclosure or to provide sight of your DBS certificate may result in the withdrawal of your offer of employment. The College's DBS policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available upon request.
• Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS)
• Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).
• On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.
• Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.
• Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.
• Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.