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.
Dovetail and Slate Ltd (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy.
Because education matters.
© Dovetail and Slate Limited.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Rush Green

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