Barking & Dagenham College
Education Sign Language Specialist
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We have some exciting opportunities available at Barking and Dagenham College. We are looking for Education Sign Language Specialist (ESLS) to join our Deaf Support Service.
You will join us on a full-time (36 hours per week) permanent, Term Time Only basis and in return, we will offer a competitive salary of £39,319 - £41,521 pro rata'd, p.a. inclusive of inner London weighting.
The Education Sign Language Specialist role:
You will be able to provide high-quality British Sign Language (BSL) interpreting and communication support for Deaf students, enabling them to fully access teaching, learning, assessments, tutorials, and wider college activities. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teaching staff and support teams to promote inclusion and student achievement.
Key Responsibilities of our Education Sign Language Specialist (ESLS) role:
- Provide accurate and effective BSL interpretation between spoken English and British Sign Language during lessons, tutorials, workshops, practical sessions, meetings, and college events.
- Support Deaf students to access the curriculum while encouraging independence and self-advocacy.
- Adapt communication methods to meet individual student needs while maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- Liaise with lecturers and curriculum teams to prepare for lessons and ensure learning materials are accessible.
- Support students during examinations where permitted under awarding body regulations.
- Attend team meetings, reviews, and professional development activities.
- Maintain accurate records of student support in line with college procedures.
- Promote equality, diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding in all aspects of the role.
- Work in accordance with the National Registers of Communication Professionals working with Deaf.
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Our ideal Education Sign Language Specialist (ESLS) candidate should have the following qualifications, and skills and experience:
- Qualified in British Sign Language (BSL) Level 3 (ongoing with experience) or BTEC Communication Support Worker course - Level 6 BSL.
- Experience providing communication support or interpreting within an education, training, or similar environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Understanding of Deaf culture and inclusive communication practices.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, confidentiality, and equality legislation.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
If you are passionate about success and can do the above, then we want to hear from you!
You will need to submit a covering letter within your application demonstrating how your personality, skills and experience meet our values for this role.
PLEASE NOTE:
- All application forms must be fully completed, showing full education and employment details. An incomplete application will not be considered for shortlisting.
- We have the right to interview candidates before the application deadline.
- This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020
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Barking & Dagenham College are committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Safeguarding at BDC
All employment offers are made subject to checks in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines. These include (some of which are dependent upon the role and the individual): enhanced DBS including children’s barred list check, DfE teaching/management barred list check, on-line searches, overseas criminal record check, evidence of identity and right to work in the UK, satisfactory references, confirmation of medical fitness, evidence of relevant qualifications and a check of previous employment history.
You will be required to become familiar with College’s policies and comply with the requirements to safeguard and protect the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are asked to complete mandatory training on KCSIE and other key areas, and to read the relevant policies.
Closing date for applications: 1st November 2026
Barking and Dagenham College reserve the right to interview and appoint to this role, while advertised.
If you would like to learn more about our Education Sign Language Specialist role, then please click ‘apply’ today!
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