Communication Support Worker

Job description

Communication Support Worker

Contract | 30 Hours per Week

Location: London

About the Role

A further education provider in London is looking for several Communication Support Workers to join their learning support team, with an anticipated start date of September 2026 running through to July 2027.

You'll work closely with deaf and hard of hearing learners across a variety of curriculum areas, providing high-quality communication and learning support that helps them access their studies and achieve their potential.

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

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, Teacher of the Deaf, Learning Support Practitioner, Learning Support Assistant, Specialist Support Worker, SEND Support Worker, Deaf Support Worker, Teaching Assistant (BSL) or Education Support Worker

What We Offer

September 2026 start, contract running to July 2027

30 hours per week

A supportive and collaborative working environment

The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people

If you're passionate about supporting learners and have the BSL skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you.

Important Notice

Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.

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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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London South East

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-11-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English