Overview
Warrington & Vale Royal College is looking to appoint a Communication Support Worker who will provide bespoke communication support to D/deaf young people throughout their time in post-16 education. This will include interpreting/translating information in British Sign Language (BSL) and/or other agreed communication methods e.g. English, Sign-Supported English, lip speaking and scribing/note taking as necessary, using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (communication devices, systems, strategies, and tools that replace or support spoken language) as part of an inclusive communication approach.
This is fixed term contract, lasting for at least 1 academic year, working 31 hours per week.
Benefits
* Employee benefits package
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Free on-site parking
* Full programme of training and mentoring
* Induction programme and buddy scheme
* Flexible working, where appropriate
Responsibilities
Provide bespoke communication support to D/deaf young people throughout post-16 education. This includes interpreting/translating information in British Sign Language (BSL) and/or other agreed communication methods (e.g., English, Sign-Supported English, lip speaking) and scribing/note taking as necessary, using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (communication devices, systems, strategies, and tools that replace or support spoken language) as part of an inclusive communication approach.
Qualifications and requirements
Suitable candidates will have a Level 3 qualification and 5 GCSEs (grade A-C) including English Language and Mathematics. Applicants should hold qualifications in British Sign Language.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check/Children’s barred list check, and a Prohibition check for teaching staff.
Applicants should note that this post is subject to safeguarding and recruitment checks as described in the College's policy. Referees of short-listed candidates will automatically be approached prior to interview. One reference should be from the current or most recent employer. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance, online searches will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates.
Additional information
The College operates on 2 campuses – Warrington and Winsford.
Please note, an application must be completed via FE jobs, as we cannot accept CVs as applications for employment. Agency CVs will not be accepted for this post.
This post closes on 9 October 2025; interviews are scheduled to be confirmed.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. If you are interested in this post please submit your application as soon as possible
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