British Sign Language Support Worker

Job Title - Advanced Communication Support Worker

Salary - £30,000 - £31,000 per annum (pro rata)

Location - Lincolnshire

Contract Type - Permanent, Part-Time, 24 hours a week (Term-Time Only)

We are seeking a dedicated educational support specialist to facilitate accessible learning experiences for hearing-impaired students within a further education setting.

This forward-thinking educational provider delivers tailored support to empower learners and promote academic achievement across all programs. The organisation is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive atmosphere that helps every student reach their full potential.

Role Responsibilities

• Adapt instructional materials and facilitate effective classroom interactions using appropriate non-verbal and visual methods.

• Collaborate closely with academic staff to break down complex tasks and monitor progress toward individual learning goals.

• Promote learner independence by encouraging the effective use of specialist assistive technology and study strategies.

• Maintain detailed and timely records of student development to comply with departmental auditing standards.

• Assist with exam accommodations, serving as an official reader, scribe, or invigilator when required.

• Guide student behavior constructively while maintaining a safe, supportive, and structured educational environment.

Essential Requirements

• Level 3 qualification in British Sign Language alongside relevant supporting credentials in education support.

• Demonstrated history of assisting individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing in an educational or community setting.

• Clear understanding of the distinct educational obstacles faced by hearing-impaired individuals.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey instructions clearly and accurately.

• Up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding standards, inclusive practices, and health and safety compliance.

• Satisfactory Enhanced DBS clearance with barred list check. Desired but not essential: Familiarity with digital learning platforms and experience supporting a broader range of neurodivergent needs.

Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme providing long-term financial security for your future.

• Term-time working arrangements offering an exceptional work-life balance around academic schedules.

• Dedicated professional development opportunities ensuring continuous career growth and skill expansion.

If you are a compassionate support professional looking to make a meaningful impact in post-16 education, submit your application today to start your journey.

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 ((phone number removed)) 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.

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