Qualified BSL Communication Support Specialist

Devon County Council; Devon and Torbay; Sur place; GBP 30 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

CPD programme

Sponsorship for BSL up to Level 3

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Life Assurance

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Long-term career development

Subsidised lunches with LED membership

Résumé du poste

The Deaf Academy in Devon, UK is seeking a committed Communication Support Worker (Qualified) to enable Deaf learners to access education and achieve qualifications. You will support communication across classrooms, internships and life skills, while mentoring others and contributing to EHCP processes.

You will work within a specialist team to create accessible, multimodal learning environments and promote independent living skills for students with complex needs.

Qualifications

• BSL Level 3 qualification or equivalent is required.
• Signature Level 3 Professional Communication Support qualification or equivalent is required.
• GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C or above or equivalent qualifications.
• Experience supporting Deaf learners in educational or workplace settings.
• Strong understanding of Deaf culture, Deaf identity and Deaf community.
• Knowledge of SEND, EHCPs and inclusive educational practice.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills including accurate note-taking.
• Collaborative approach with students, colleagues and professionals.

Responsabilités

• Provide high-quality BSL communication support across classroom, community and workplace settings.
• Support learning across Level 1–3 programmes to help access teaching and achieve qualifications.
• Assist with transitions into employment through supported internships and adulthood programmes.
• Mentor less experienced Communication Support Workers and share expertise.
• Contribute to annual reviews, EHCP processes and learner-centred planning.
• Contribute to quality assurance and development of communication support within the CSW team.
• Work with teaching staff to develop accessible, multimodal learning environments.
• Support students to develop independence, self-advocacy and resilience for life after the Academy.

Connaissances

Deaf education

Communication support

Note-taking

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative approach

Formation

BSL Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Signature Level 3 Professional Communication Support qualification

GCSE Maths and English (4/C or above)

Description du poste

The Deaf Academy in Devon, UK is seeking a committed Communication Support Worker (Qualified) to enable Deaf learners to access education and achieve qualifications. You will support communication across classrooms, internships and life skills, while mentoring others and contributing to EHCP processes.

You will work within a specialist team to create accessible, multimodal learning environments and promote independent living skills for students with complex needs.