Communication Support Worker

Chesterfield College; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 5,600 - 7,800; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Annual leave entitlement

Job summary

Chesterfield College is seeking a part-time Communication Support Worker to join a passionate and highly effective team.

You will support deaf or hard of hearing learners by conveying information accurately, using British Sign Language at level 2 or above (ideally level 3), and mentoring staff in inclusive practices and environmental adjustments to ensure equity. This role is for 14 hours per week over 40 weeks per year, with LGPS pension and annual leave benefits.

Qualifications

• Proficient in British Sign Language at level 2 or above (level 3 preferred).
• Ability to convey information accurately to deaf or hard of hearing learners.
• Experience mentoring staff in inclusive practices.

Responsibilities

• Convey information accurately to deaf or hard of hearing learners.
• Support inclusion by implementing inclusive practices and environmental adjustments.
• Mentor other classroom support staff as needed.

Skills

BSL Level 2+

Job description

The Vacancy

(14 hours per week/40 weeks per year)

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Chesterfield College is an outstanding place to work and has superb staff benefits including LGPS pension and annual leave entitlement. Other fantastic benefits can be found here: https://www.chesterfield.ac.uk/workingforus

Chesterfield College are seeking a part-time Communication Support Worker to join a passionate and highly effective team.

• Are you competent in British Sign Language at level 2 or above, ideally level 3?
• Are you able to convey information accurately to deaf or hard of hearing learners?
• Are you confident advising others on inclusive practices and environmental adjustments to ensure equity, inclusion and belonging?
• Are you able to mentor those staff in other classroom support roles?

Shortlisting for this role may take place as applications are received. We therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy once a suitable candidate has been appointed.

Closing Date: 25 August 2026

Interview Date: 02 September 2026

An offer of employment at Chesterfield College will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure carried out by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The Company

The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.