COMMUNICATION SUPPORT WORKER

East Sussex College Group; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 17,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional educational institution is looking for a dedicated individual to join their Additional Learning Support team in Eastbourne. The role involves supporting students with multisensory impairments and specific communication needs, encouraging independence and participation in their studies. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications, including Level 2 Certificate in British Sign Language and experience working with the deaf or blind communities. This part-time position offers a salary of circa £16,259 per annum with benefits that foster professional development.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Access to funded teaching qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with multisensory impairments.
• Ability to promote awareness and inclusion for diverse learners.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with curriculum colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Support students with multisensory impairments in their learning.
• Encourage use of assistive technologies for learning access.
• Work collaboratively with staff to maximize learning opportunities.
• Promote inclusion of students with impairments in various settings.

Skills

Interest in the deaf or blind communities

Communication skills

Collaborative work

Education

Level 2 Certificate in British Sign Language

CSW 3 professional qualification

RNIB Certificate in Braille Grade 1

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting students with multisensory impairments and specific communication needs?

Do you thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy helping students overcome challenges to achieve their full potential?

We are looking for someone to join our Additional Learning Support team to adopt an inclusive, collaborative, and collegiate approach in providing communication support to identified student or students with multisensory impairments and/or specific speech, communication and learning needs. You will encourage independence and confidence to participate in all elements of their study program.

Responsibilities

• Supporting identified student or students who have multisensory impairments and/or specific speech, communication and learning needs to have access to the teaching and learning environment.
• Encouraging and making use of appropriate assistive technologies to enable the student to access the curriculum.
• Working collaboratively with curriculum colleagues seeking/taking direction and providing guidance and support to maximise learning opportunities where required.
• Promoting awareness and inclusion of hearing or visual impairment, both in and out of the classroom, formally and informally.

Qualifications

• Interest in and experience of the deaf or blind communities.
• Level 2 Certificate in British Sign Language.
• CSW 3 professional qualification.
• RNIB Certificate in Braille Grade 1.

Closing date: 4th January 2026, with interviews shortly after.

College location: Based at our Eastbourne campus but could involve some travel if required by the college.

Annual salary: circa £16,259 per annum (based on £24,921 per annum FTE salary).

Hours: part time, 30 hours per week, term time only, 36 weeks per year, permanent contract.

Benefits: A competitive FE salary, generous annual leave & pension, access to funded teaching qualifications, apprenticeships and a range of other training courses to support career development, as well as many other benefits.

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For any queries or to arrange an appointment to chat informally about the role please email [e-mail]. Please note we are unable to accept CVs in place of an application under our obligations for Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Applicants should be eligible to work in the UK, work permits from other organisations are not acceptable as proof of right to work in the UK. Prior to interview all shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete an Application Form (including explanation of any gaps in employment), a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form and we will carry out an online check. An enhanced DBS, references and evidence of qualifications will be required if offered a role.