Communication Support Worker

Warrington & Vale Royal College; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in England is looking for a Communication Support Worker to provide tailored support to D/deaf young people in post-16 education. The role requires interpreting and translating various communication methods, including British Sign Language. Candidates must have qualifications in BSL and a Level 3 qualification along with GCSEs in English and Mathematics. This is a fixed-term contract for at least one academic year, with a competitive salary and benefits package including training and flexible working opportunities.

Benefits

Occupational pension scheme

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

Menopause friendly

Qualifications

• Qualifications in British Sign Language are essential.
• Experience working with D/deaf young people is preferred.
• Strong communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide bespoke communication support to D/deaf young people.
• Interpret and translate information in British Sign Language.
• Use Augmentative and Alternative Communication as needed.

Skills

British Sign Language

Communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

Resilience

Work ethic

Education

Level 3 qualification

5 GCSEs (grade A-C) including English Language and Mathematics

Job description

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.

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package, which includes :

• A competitive salary
• Occupational pension scheme
• 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
• Menopause friendly

In November 2024 the college was officially commended as ‘Good with outstanding features’ by Ofsted. Our mission is ‘Realising potential, transforming lives’. Our environment is inclusive, friendly and supportive, with high expectations for both staff and students. To thrive in our environment, you will need to be resilient, positive, able to work autonomously, have a strong work ethic, and put our learners at the heart of everything you do.

In March 2025 the college achieved the Platinum accreditation in the Investors in People framework. The college is performing at a High Performing (Platinum) level and demonstrates ‘a deeply embedded culture of excellence in the way in which the organisation leads, supports, and develops its people’.

Sustainability is a key priority for Warrington & Vale Royal College, and we are committed to raising awareness and the implementation of sustainable practices in all aspects of college life. Sustainability principles are embedded across the college, and our sustainability action plan and committee are led by senior leaders to ensure that this remains a key focus.

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.

For further information please refer to the attached job description, or if you would like an informal conversation about this role please contact us.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check / Children’s barred list check, and a Prohibition check for teaching staff.

Please note that it is college policy that referees of short-listed candidates will automatically be approached prior to interview. One reference should be from your current or most recent employer. In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance, online searches will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates.

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 04th January 2026; interviews 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.

Warrington and Vale Royal College is committed to Equal Opportunities and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our learners

Safeguarding Statement

Warrington & Vale Royal College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.