Communication Support Worker with Medical Experience

TES FE News; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Paul’s Catholic School is seeking a qualified Communication Support Worker to enhance the learning experience of deaf/hard of hearing pupils. The ideal candidate will hold a BSL qualification or be willing to pursue one, possess a good understanding of deafness, and have experience in supporting individuals with medical needs. This role offers part-time hours during term time only, along with professional development opportunities in a supportive environment committed to student success.

Qualifications

• Experience with medical needs and tracheostomy care.
• Qualified or willing to become qualified in BSL.
• Paediatric first aid training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enhance learning for deaf/hard of hearing pupils.
• Support individuals with tracheostomy care under supervision.
• Work collaboratively within the Hearing Support Department.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Deaf/hard of hearing awareness

Education

BSL qualification

Job description

Job Overview

Communication Support Worker with Medical Experience

Salary: St Paul’s Pay Range 3 (£29,572 to £31,586)

(Pro rata Staring Salary £20,381)

30 hours per week, Term time only plus 1 day

Working hours Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8.40am-3.35pm, Tuesday 8.50am-3.35pm and Friday 8.40am-2.30pm

We are currently seeking a qualified Communication Support Worker to enhance the learning of deaf/hard of hearing pupils within the classroom and the Hearing Support Department. We are looking for an individual ideally with BSL qualification or with the willingness to work towards BSL qualifications to join our diverse team. You must have a good working knowledge of deafness and be passionate about the education of all young people. You will be joining an established team working with up to 9 pupils currently.

We are seeking someone who ideally has paediatric first aid training and previous experience working with people with medical needs. It would also be beneficial if there is previous experience of working with people who have a tracheostomy, including changing tracheostomies. An essential part of the job would require a willingness to undertake training to support individuals with tracheostomy care, under the supervision of our school-based medical team.

St. Paul's is a thriving and successful Catholic school with an excellent reputation. Our commitment to excellent teaching and learning can be demonstrated through bespoke CPD opportunities and through the management of a growing and successful training school. All staff members are committed to the care and success of pupils and working in a setting where values of forgiveness, concern for others and respect are shared as the core values of St. Paul’s regardless of faith.

For further details and an application form please visit the school website www.st-pauls.org.uk, e-mail [e-mail] or call 01908 669735

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 3rd September 2025 at 9.00am

We will review applications on receipt. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before closing date and reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

St. Paul’s Catholic School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All references will be requested and Online Searches prior to interview. The successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check.