The role Communication Support Workers (CSWs) facilitate learning and engagement through a range of support strategies such as sign communication, note taking, language modification and lip speaking. All CSW's can access free accredited training to improve their British Sign Language skills (up to and including Level 6) and gain professional status as a Communication Support Worker with Deaf People.
CSWs should be prepared to work at various colleges in the locality including as far away as Lichfield or Nottingham, depending on the course their learner studies.
The person
Essential: proficient British Sign Language skills and the ability to build positive and constructive relationships with children and young people. A full current UK driving licence to facilitate the transporting of students to college where required.
Desirable: Level 3 British Sign Language, qualified Communication Support Worker with Deaf people, previous experience of communicating for young people in an educational setting, contributing to individual learning plans and tracking learner progress
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £24,027.00-£30,060.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
Language:
* English (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 15/04/2025
Reference ID: CSW-APR-25