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Communication Support Worker (BSL)
Location: Bristol
Start Date: September 2026
Pay Rate: £14.25 - £18.00 per hour
Are you a qualified British Sign Language professional looking to make a real difference within education?
Do you have experience providing BSL interpretation and communication support to Deaf and hard of hearing individuals?
Would you like to work in an inclusive school where accessibility and equality are at the heart of everything they do?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist educational setting in Bristol to recruit a Communication Support Worker (BSL). The school is committed to creating an inclusive environment where both staff and students are supported to reach their full potential through accessible communication, collaboration, and high-quality education.
The school is seeking to appoint a Communication Support Worker (BSL) on either a part-time or full-time basis from September 2026 until August 2027, with the potential for the role to be extended.
In this rewarding position, you will provide professional BSL/English and English/BSL interpretation to support Deaf and hard of hearing colleagues, ensuring effective communication across meetings, training, day-to-day activities, and the wider school environment.
This opportunity would suit experienced Communication Support Workers (BSL), Registered Sign Language Interpreters (RSLI), Trainee Sign Language Interpreters (TSLI), BSL Interpreters, Deaf Support Workers, Inclusion Support Workers, and Communication Support Practitioners looking to make a meaningful impact within education.
The successful Communication Support Worker (BSL) will have:
NVQ Level 6 qualification (or equivalent) in BSL Interpretation.
Current registration as an RSLI or TSLI.
Proven experience interpreting between BSL/English and English/BSL.
GCSE English Grade A-C (or equivalent).
Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
The ability to work independently, manage priorities, and use initiative.
Flexibility to travel between school sites as required.
In return, TeacherActive can offer:
A dedicated consultant available 24/7 to support you throughout your placement.
Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms & Conditions apply).
Free CPD courses and certificates through our My-Progression platform.
Market-leading rates of pay.
TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms & Conditions apply).
All of our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can be confident you're paying the correct level of Tax and National Insurance, with no hidden admin charges deducted from your earnings.
If you're passionate about improving accessibility within education and have the skills to support Deaf and hard of hearing colleagues through professional BSL interpretation, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today!
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0117 223 2200
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
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TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.
