Communication Learning Support Practitioner

Can you help turn learning into a two-way conversation?

As a Communication Learning Support Practitioner, you will play a vital role in ensuring deaf and hearing-impaired students can fully access, engage with and thrive in their learning.

You will provide high-quality British Sign Language (BSL) support across a range of programmes and courses, helping students to communicate confidently and participate fully in college life.

In this rewarding role, you will:

• Deliver clear and accurate BSL signing in learning environments

• Use a range of creative support strategies to adapt tasks, resources and activities

• Encourage and motivate students to develop independence and confidence

• Work closely with ALS tutors and teaching staff to tailor support effectively

• Contribute to EHCP In-Year Reviews for students with hearing impairment

• Attend and support communication in Annual Reviews

• Act as an advocate for students, helping their voices be heard

This is an opportunity to make a real difference every day – bridging communication, building confidence, and opening doors to learning.

Alongside our priority of excellent student experience, we also focus on our employees. Here are just some of our benefits when working for the East Kent Colleges Group:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to provide high-quality British Sign Language (BSL) support to learners with a hearing impairment who are studying on mainstream courses.

You will be a motivated and imaginative signer, qualified to a minimum of Level 3 in British Sign Language, with a genuine passion for helping students succeed. You will nurture positive attitudes to learning and play a key role in achieving the very best outcomes for our students.

In this rewarding role, you will:

• Provide clear and effective BSL signing support to individuals and groups

• Enable learners to fully access their curriculum and college experience

• Inspire confidence, independence and engagement in learning

• Work closely with teaching staff and support teams to tailor support

• Make a meaningful contribution to the development of teaching and learning across EKC Group

• Use your understanding of Additional Learning Support to remove barriers and unlock potential

The role may also include:

• Supporting with personal care

• Assisting with mobility

• Meeting specific medical or feeding needs

Experience in these areas would be an advantage, but full training will be provided.

There’s no need to spend time updating your CV – simply click Apply and complete our short application form. You can save your progress as you go, and we will review all applications and respond to all candidates after the closing date.

If you would like an informal chat about the role, or have any questions, please email us at [email protected].