Communication Support Worker (British Sign Language required)

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent LGPS pension

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Staff recognition

Job summary

Coventry College is seeking a Communication Support Worker (BSL signing required) to join our ALS team within Learner Services at Coventry College. The role is full-time term-time only, 37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, with permanent status.

You will provide learning support to deaf learners, sign for learners, and help develop personalised strategies to access digital tools and learning activities across areas such as construction, motor vehicle, and health and social care.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 Maths and English qualifications.
• Must have BSL Level 3 or higher qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide learning support to students with sensory needs.
• Sign for deaf learners and implement strategies to support learning.
• Support learners across areas such as construction, motor vehicle, and health and social care.

Skills

BSL signing

Education

Level 2 Maths and English Qualifications

BSL Level 3 or higher qualification

Job description

Communication Support Worker (British Sign Language required)

Job Title: Communication Support Worker (BSL Signing required)

Location: Coventry College

Contract Type: Full-Time – Term Time Only – 38-weeks, Permanent Hours per Week: 37 per week

Salary: £22,151 to £22.595 per annum - £26,166 - £26,690 FTE (dependent on qualifications and experience)About Us

Coventry College is a dynamic Further Education provider at the heart of the city, offering high-quality vocational, technical, and professional education to learners of all ages, from Entry Level to Higher Education. Since forming in 2017, we’ve been committed to helping individuals transform their lives and supporting businesses to grow—strengthening the communities we serve. Our ambition is to help young people and adults to aspire to change their lives and those of their families. Through strong partnerships and a responsive, inclusive curriculum, we strive to deliver excellence in teaching and learning that evolves with industry needs and puts learners and employers in the best position for success. Recent investments in facilities, including electric vehicle tech, construction, and digital skills, ensure we stay at the cutting edge of industry needs.

About the Role

Do you have high aspirations for young people - and believe in their great potential to achieve and thrive?

Are you an experienced CSW who could provide learning support to students with sensory needs that impact on their learning? This role requires a fully qualified BSL/ CSW who is able to sign for deaf learners.

Do you understand the challenges faced by deaf learners in a mainstream College? Are you able to implement appropriate strategies to help learners overcome these challenges?

Are you able to develop and use personalised strategies that optimise learning for students of all abilities?

Are you keen to ensure that learners are prepared for today’s digital world and can access the assistive technologies that will make their learning easier and accessible?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a Communication Support Worker to join our ALS team, part of our wide-ranging Learner Services team.

The role may require you to support learners within areas such as construction, motor vehicle and health and social care.

To be successful in this role you will need to have had previous experience in the role of Communication Support Worker.

Requirements

Must-Have:

• Level 2 Maths and English Qualifications
• BSL Level 3 or higher qualification

Nice-to-Have:

• Working with people with sensory support needs

What we offer

• Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (LGPS)
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Access to continued professional development and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Employee discount scheme offering savings on retail, travel, and more
• This role is eligible for Blue Light Card (BLC)
• On-site refectory serving a variety of food and drink options
• Discounted hair and beauty treatments at our in-house salon
• Staff recognition and award schemes celebrating your achievements
• A supportive, inclusive working environment