Communication Support: British Sign Language (BSL)

Bracknell Forest; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Bracknell is seeking an experienced Communication Support Worker specializing in British Sign Language (BSL). The role involves supporting a profoundly deaf Key Stage 1 student throughout their educational journey, starting from September 2025. Applicants must possess a Level 3 certificate in BSL and demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. This position is term-time based, providing 30 hours per week, and includes professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Employee Assistance programme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting deaf learners in an educational setting.
• Possession of a Level 3 license/certificate in British Sign Language.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support a profoundly deaf Key Stage 1 learner through their education journey.
• Facilitate communication and understanding in the classroom.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and parents.

Skills

British Sign Language Level 3

Communication skills

Job description

Communication Support: British Sign Language (BSL)

• Contract: Contract
• Working Pattern: Term Time
• Hours: 30 hours. 08.40 - 15.10 Monday to Friday.
• Closing Date: 31/01/2026 at 00:59
• Reference: Spec/25/313900

We are looking to appoint an experienced Communication Support Worker in possesion of a Level 3 license/certificate in British Sign Language to work with and support a profoundly deaf Key Stage 1 learner through their education journey from Spetember 2025.

Refer to the job specification and job description for further information, using these as guidance for your application. Ensure that you complete a full employment and education history in the relevant fields. Please note that incomplete applications will not be accepted, nor CVs in lieu of an application form.

Please note that school will be closed during the Christmas holidays and will reopen January 2026.

Kennel Lane School is a modern, vibrant and inclusive special school catering for the needs of learners who have a wide range of learning difficulties, aged from 3-19. We offer an exciting learning community where every individual is valued and nurtured.

Our stimulating learning environment showcases our learners’ love of learning. Our innovative teaching and learning approach ensures the best outcomes for our learners through a wide and varied curriculum.

We are strongly committed to providing high quality professional development for all our staff. We strongly support and facilitate collaborative work across the school and in partnership with other schools.

The wellbeing of our staff is an important priority therefore we provide opportunities to ensure that we value their hard work and dedication.

• Employee Assistance programme offering a range of services some of which include:
• In the moment support and counselling for work and home-life issues
• Financial and Legal
• Specialist information e.g. childcare
• 24 hours a day access

Please note that all applications will be considered upon receipt, therefore an early reply is recommended. We reserve the right to close the advert early should the right candidate be appointed.

Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Please apply online (see link below) or contact the school for further details, please DO NOT forward your CV.

The Corvus Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all posts.