Details:
- Salary: £25,000 - 30,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: East London London
- Date: 8 hours ago
Description:
Communication Support Worker
Location: East London
Salary: Competitive Salary (Dependent on Experience & Qualifications)
Contract: Full Time | Permanent
Start Date: August / September 2026
A leading Further Education provider in East London is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Communication Support Worker to join its learner support team on a full-time permanent basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced support professional who is passionate about inclusive education and supporting students with hearing impairments and additional learning needs to achieve their full potential.
The Role
Working closely with teaching staff and support teams, you will provide communication support to learners across a range of academic and vocational programmes, ensuring they can fully access learning, develop independence, and achieve positive outcomes.
You will play an important role in creating an inclusive learning environment where students feel supported, valued, and empowered to succeed.
Key Responsibilities
Provide communication support to learners with hearing impairments during lessons and college activities
Facilitate effective communication between students, lecturers, support staff, and peers
Support students to access curriculum content and participate fully in learning
Promote independence, confidence, and self-advocacy skills
Work collaboratively with curriculum and learner support teams
Support students during assessments, enrichment activities, and work placements where required
Contribute to learner reviews and support planning
Maintain accurate records and documentation
Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity, inclusion, and student wellbeing
Support the implementation of individual learning plans and reasonable adjustments
The Ideal Candidate
Experience supporting learners with hearing impairments and/or SEND
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Experience working within education, Further Education, SEND, or learner support environments
Ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues
Understanding of inclusive learning practices
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Passion for supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes
Essential Qualifications
Level 2 British Sign Language (BSL) qualification or above
GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or equivalent)
Relevant experience within an educational or learner support setting
Desirable Experience
Level 3 or Level 4 BSL qualification
Experience supporting Deaf learners within Further Education
Understanding of SEND legislation and EHCP processes
Knowledge of assistive technology and communication support strategies
Experience supporting learners with additional needsThis role would suit a Communication Support Worker, BSL Support Worker, Deaf Support Worker, Learning Support Assistant, SEND Support Worker, Inclusion Support Worker, Specialist Learning Support Assistant, or Student Support Assistant looking to develop their career within Further Education.
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