The DurhamLearn Foundation Learning programme area delivers Digital Skills, English & Maths Functional Skills and ESOL. An opportunity has arisen for four Specialist Support Interpreters to support learners in ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at lower levels of ability. The contract will be on a sessional basis and you will be asked to support at a variety of locations as and when the need arises. WHAT IS INVOLVED? The role will entail both interpreting and supporting ESOL teachers to deliver high quality lessons which develop learner’s ability in English reading, writing and speaking & listening. You may also be required to translate for the wider service on an ad-hoc basis. The post may involve extensive travel between centres. This may involve long periods of standing, manual handling, lifting, carrying and erecting of equipment. A small amount of paperwork to record learner progress will be required. For further information about the post please contact Rachel Minto on 07585 125 273 or via e-mail at rachel.minto@durham.gov.uk WHAT WILL I NEED? The ideal candidate will have recent experience of supporting in an ESOL classroom with proven ability to translate in a learner’s first language. This will be to support in a variety of situations including paperwork completion and resource/delivery support. We currently support high volumes of Afghan and Hong Kong (BNO) learners new to ESOL and are particularly interested in people to support with Afghan languages (Dari or Pashto) and Cantonese/Mandarin. Required qualifications and experience: GCSE Grade A to C in English and Maths, or equivalent Recent and demonstrable experience in translating and supporting in an ESOL-related environment One or more of the following (or a willingness to work towards these) are desirable but not essential: Teaching support qualification at Level 3 Teaching support qualification from Level 3 Level 2 Award in Volunteering to Support English Language Teaching and Learning Level 2 Certificate In Preparing for the Community Interpreting Role DPSI – Diploma in Public Services Interpreting Please refer to the attached person specification for the full criteria. The successful applicant for this post will be required to apply for a Disclosure & Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure (Children’s Workforce). REWARDS AND BENEFITS We can offer you a range of employee benefits including competitive salaries, a generous leave entitlement of up to 32 days, a government pension scheme and various flexible and hybrid working options (benefits are subject to individual Terms and Conditions). Please note: this post is not open to job share. If you would like to know more, please follow this link: https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26895/Rewards-and-benefits SOCIAL MEDIA Don’t see the perfect role for you right now? Keep an eye on our social media channels for updates on new opportunities at Durham County Council! Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dccjobsandcareers/ Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/durhamcountycounciljobsandcareers EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION We are a proud equal opportunities employer and recognise that a diverse, talented workforce brings new ideas and new perspectives, which will facilitate growth and improvements to services. 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