BSL Level 6 Communication Support Specialist - SEN School

Pharmacyupdate; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD and training

Weekly pay

Job summary

Tempest Resourcing is recruiting a Communication Support Worker (BSL Level 6) for a SEN school in South London. The role involves supporting Deaf and hearing-impaired pupils to access the curriculum, working with teachers, ToDs and the SEN team.

The successful candidate will be a skilled BSL user, with experience in education and a dedication to helping pupils succeed in language and learning.

Qualifications

• Experience as a CSW or in a similar communication support role, ideally in an education setting.
• Understanding of the needs of Deaf children and young people.
• Excellent communication skills and a patient, flexible approach.
• Familiarity with Deaf culture and identity.
• Experience with SEN, SEMH or ASD (desirable).
• Additional qualifications such as Makaton or SSE experience (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Provide BSL/English communication support in lessons, small groups and 1:1 sessions.
• Support pupils with EHCPs to access learning and achieve their targets.
• Adapt and modify learning resources in collaboration with teaching staff.
• Support pupils' language development, including BSL and English literacy.
• Promote Deaf awareness and inclusion across the school community.
• Support pupils during unstructured times, trips and assemblies where needed.
• Contribute to annual reviews and liaise with ToDs, SALTs and parents/carers

Skills

BSL Level 6

CSW experience

Education setting experience

Deaf culture awareness

Job description

Tempest Resourcing is recruiting a Communication Support Worker (BSL Level 6) for a SEN school in South London. The role involves supporting Deaf and hearing-impaired pupils to access the curriculum, working with teachers, ToDs and the SEN team.

The successful candidate will be a skilled BSL user, with experience in education and a dedication to helping pupils succeed in language and learning.