Communication Support Worker

Warrington & Vale Royal College; Warrington; Vor Ort; GBP 24.000 - 30.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Occupational pension

Employee benefits package

Zusammenfassung

Warrington & Vale Royal College seeks a Communication Support Worker to provide bespoke communication support to D/deaf young people in post-16 education. You will interpret in British Sign Language and other agreed methods, using AAC as part of an inclusive communication approach to ensure learners can access all college activities.

The role requires a Level 3 qualification and 5 GCSEs including English and Maths, with additional BSL qualifications.

Qualifikationen

• Level 3 qualification and 5 GCSEs including English and Maths.
• Qualification in British Sign Language (BSL).
• Ability to interpret/translate information in BSL and other agreed communication methods.

Aufgaben

• Provide bespoke communication support to D/deaf young people in post-16 education.
• Interpret/translate information in British Sign Language and other agreed methods.
• Use Augmentative and Alternative Communication as part of an inclusive approach.

Kenntnisse

Sign language interpretation

Communication support

Autonomous working

Ausbildung

Level 3 qualification

5 GCSEs incl English & Maths

British Sign Language qualification

Jobbeschreibung

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.

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., 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.

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.

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

This is a fixed-term contract until July 2027. The role is for 31 hours per week, working 38 weeks per year. We offer an excellent salary and benefits package, which includes:

• A competitive salary
• Occupational pension scheme
• Employee benefits package