Communication Support Workers

Bolton College; Bolton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Bolton College is seeking experienced Communication Support Workers to assist D/deaf learners using British Sign Language and other communication methods. The role supports the Learner Support team across the college curriculum.

Ideal candidates hold Level 3 BSL and Level 2 English/Maths, with prior experience supporting D/deaf students in education and strong record-keeping skills. Term-time hours up to 25 per week; DBS enhanced check required; no UK sponsorship provided.

Qualifications

• Level 3 British Sign Language or equivalent.
• Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths.
• Experience of supporting D/deaf students in educational settings.
• Experience of maintaining records.
• A positive attitude towards D/deaf people and knowledge of the Deaf community.

Responsibilities

• Providing communication support to D/deaf students across the whole College curriculum by using the student’s preferred mode of communication (e.g., British Sign Language, Lip Speaking, Clear Lip Speaking and note taking).
• Implementing, recording, reviewing and adapting support strategies throughout the academic year.
• Providing D/deaf learners with modified materials meeting their individual needs.
• Supporting and liaising with mainstream tutors to encourage inclusive teaching practice including delivery of awareness information to staff.
• Maintaining up to date records in order that the provision of quality support can be achieved.
• Participating and attending meetings/training events where appropriate.
• Providing sign language communication at College events as required.

Skills

BSL Level 3

English Level 2

Maths Level 2

Deaf education experience

Record keeping

Deaf community knowledge

Job description

We are looking for experienced Communication Support Workers to join our Learner Support team to support D/deaf learners using British Sign Language and /or a range of communication and support methods.

Ideally, you will have:

• Level 3 British Sign Language or equivalent
• Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths
• Experience of supporting D/deaf students in educational settings
• Experience of maintaining records
• A positive attitude towards D/deaf people and knowledge of the Deaf community

Day-to-day you will be responsible for:

• Providing communication support to D/deaf students across the whole College curriculum by using the student’s preferred mode of communication (e.g., British Sign Language, Lip Speaking, Clear Lip Speaking and note taking).
• Implementing, recording, reviewing and adapting support strategies throughout the academic year.
• providing D/deaf learners with modified materials meeting their individual needs.
• Supporting and liaising with mainstream tutors to encourage inclusive teaching practice including delivery of awareness information to staff.
• Maintaining up to date records in order that the provision of quality support can be achieved.
• Participating and attending meetings/training events where appropriate.
• Providing sign language communication at College events as required.

As an individual you will be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and will therefore be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We do not hold a UK sponsor licence and are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. All applicants must already have the right to work in the UK to be considered.

Up to 25 hours per week (Term-time only – 36 weeks per year)

£21.06 – £26.32 per hour (dependent on qualifications)