British Sign Language (BSL) Support Workers

British Sign Language Support Workers – BSL Qualified -All Levels Welcome

Trainee | Qualified | Senior / Team Leader

Salary: £26,000 - £34,000 FTE Depending on level of experience

Exeter Area 39 weeks per year term time only!

Lockhart Recruitment is proud to be recruiting on behalf of an education and support organisation that is transforming the lives of young people.

These are not just jobs. They are opportunities to build a rewarding career while making a genuine difference every day.

Whether you are a BSL Level 2 candidate looking for your first Communication Support Worker opportunity, an experienced qualified British sign Language support worker or an established senior professional ready to step into a leadership role, we would love to hear from you.

Our client offers a clear career pathway with excellent training, development and progression opportunities, making this an ideal move for anyone passionate about British Sign Language, and supporting young people to achieve their potential.

Opportunities Available

Trainee Communication Support Worker

Perfect for candidates who hold BSL Level 2 and are working towards Level 3.

You'll receive structured training, mentoring and support to develop into a qualified Communication Support Worker whilst gaining invaluable practical experience working with Deaf learners.

Communication Support Worker

For qualified CSWs with experience supporting Deaf learners within educational, community or workplace settings.

You will play a vital role enabling learners to fully access education, training, work placements and social opportunities through high-quality communication support.

Senior Communication Support Worker / Team Leader

An exciting opportunity for experienced CSW professionals looking to lead, mentor and develop a specialist support team while helping shape service delivery and best practice.

What You'll Be Doing

Depending on your experience level, responsibilities may include:

• Supporting Deaf learners in educational, community and workplace environments
• Facilitating communication through British Sign Language
• Supporting learners on work placements, supported internships and enrichment activities
• Encouraging confidence, independence and self-advocacy
• Working alongside specialist teachers, job coaches and multidisciplinary teams
• Contributing to learner reviews and educational planning
• Supporting learners to achieve qualifications and preparation for adulthood goals
• Mentoring and supporting less experienced colleagues
• Leading teams, staff development and operational delivery (senior roles)

We're Looking For

Applications are welcomed from candidates with:

• BSL Level 2, Level 3 or higher qualifications
• A passion for education and inclusion
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Understanding of Deaf culture and the Deaf community
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)
• A commitment to supporting young people to achieve their full potential

Previous experience supporting Deaf people through employment, education, volunteering or lived experience is highly desirable.

Why Apply?

• Salary from £26,000 to £34,000
• Clear career progression from Trainee to Leadership level
• Ongoing professional development and funded qualifications
• Expert mentoring and support
• Meaningful and rewarding work every day
• Opportunity to be part of a highly respected service
• Work with passionate professionals dedicated to improving outcomes for Deaf young people

If you're enthusiastic about British Sign Language and creating life-changing opportunities for young people, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Lockhart Recruitment is managing the recruitment process for these exciting opportunities and welcomes applications from candidates at all stages of their British Sign Language Support Worker journey.