Part-time Communication Support Worker

St Teresa's; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

St Teresa's in Chelmsford is seeking a part-time Communication Support Worker to provide support for deaf learners aged 16-19. This role involves collaborating with teaching staff to ensure an inclusive environment and help students reach their full potential until June 2026. Candidates should hold BSL Level 3 or above.

Benefits

Final salary pension schemes

Competitive salaries

Generous leave

On-site sports and fitness facilities

Free courses

Staff discounts

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience working with deaf learners aged 16-19.
• Commitment to supporting learners with SEND.
• Collaboration with teaching staff to promote inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for learners with SEND.
• Engage with deaf learners to inspire their potential.
• Promote inclusion and awareness of SEND.

Skills

British Sign Language Level 3

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

11726 - Communication Support Worker (Fixed Term)

Job Ref No. ECC0-1244
Position Type: Teaching/Child Support
Pay Range: Up to £24,827.42 actual

Position Start Date: 18/08/2025
Contract Type: Part-time
Contract Term: Fixed-term until June 2026

Application Close: 17/06/2025 Midnight
Date of Interviews: TBC

Would you like to work within a friendly team providing support for learners with SEND? We are seeking a Communication Support Worker with BSL Level 3 or above on a fixed-term contract to the end of June 2026. You will work with deaf learners aged 16-19, collaborating with teaching staff to engage and inspire young people to reach their potential. Your role will promote inclusion, increasing awareness and understanding of SEND.

The College is committed to equality, diversity, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share these commitments. Starting salary depends on qualifications, skills, and experience. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Applications will be considered upon receipt.

Information about the School

Chelmsford College Group

Chelmsford College offers a wide range of opportunities for approximately 450 employees, making it one of the largest employers in Chelmsford.

We focus on putting learners at the centre of our work. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting all staff and volunteers to share these values. Our employment opportunities reflect this commitment.

We welcome applications from experienced teachers and those with vocational qualifications and industry experience interested in full-time or part-time roles in further education.

Additional opportunities include roles in student support, learning technologies, technical support, IT support, finance, estates, HR, staff development, student admissions, and administration.

Chelmsford College offers excellent personal and professional development, with benefits such as final salary pension schemes, competitive salaries, generous leave, on-site sports and fitness facilities, free courses, staff discounts, and flexible working arrangements.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures, including appropriate checks and clearances.