BSL Communication Support Worker - Apprenticeship Scheme

BSL Communication Support Worker - Apprenticeship Scheme

Location: London, UK.

Salary: Apprenticeship Wage (dependent on experience and age) + Training & Support Package.

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time.

Contract: Fixed-Term Apprenticeship (with potential for progression upon completion).

About Us - APPA:

At APPA , we are a respected and established organisation committed to providing high-quality language support services. As part of our continued growth, we’re thrilled to introduce our BSL Communication Support Worker (CSW) Apprenticeship Scheme . This is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience while working toward Level 3 Certification in BSL and Professional Communication Skills , with clear pathways for further development into certified interpreting qualifications .

Through this apprenticeship, you'll receive dedicated training and support, including a Personal Development Plan (PDP) to guide your journey in the language services field.

About the Apprenticeship Role:

We are looking for enthusiastic and driven individuals to join us as apprentices and train to become BSL Communication Support Workers . During your apprenticeship, you’ll assist Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals in a variety of settings, including education, workplaces, and community services. You will work toward achieving BSL Level 3 (or equivalent) and gain invaluable experience in professional communication support, with opportunities for progression into interpreting qualifications.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Providing communication support to Deaf individuals using British Sign Language (BSL) in a range of real-world settings.
• Facilitating communication between Deaf clients and hearing peers, educators, or professionals.
• Attending both in-house and external training to develop your BSL and professional communication skills.
• Learning to tailor support to meet the specific needs of individuals and their environments.
• Gaining hands-on experience by shadowing qualified CSWs, TSLIs, and RSLIs.

Who We're Looking For:

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about BSL, Deaf culture, and supporting the Deaf community. To qualify for this apprenticeship, you will need:

• BSL Level 3 (or equivalent) subject to assessment .
• Good English literacy and communication skills.
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.
• A strong commitment to completing the apprenticeship training and assessments.

What We Offer:

• A structured apprenticeship programme with a clear pathway to further qualifications, including certified interpreting programs.
• Support to achieve Level 3 Certification in BSL and Professional Communication Skills .
• A Personal Development Plan (PDP) to guide your progress in language services.
• Mentoring from qualified professionals, including CSWs, TSLIs, and RSLIs.
• Real-world experience across diverse settings - education, workplaces, and community services.
• Potential permanent employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Application Deadline: June 2026.

Start Date: March 2026 (flexible based on candidate availability).

To Apply:

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career in language support and are interested in pursuing certified interpreting qualifications , we would love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a brief statement outlining your interest in the apprenticeship to: [email protected].

APPA is committed to equality, inclusion, and supporting the development of new talent within the Deaf and language services community. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.