Trainee Communication Support Worker — Path to Qualified CSW

Coombe House School; Exmouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Deaf Academy in Exmouth is seeking a Trainee Communication Support Worker to develop into a qualified CSW through mentoring and structured training. You will gain essential qualifications, on-the-job experience and support to help deaf learners achieve independence and success.

We welcome applicants with BSL Level 2, GCSE English and maths and a commitment to safeguarding. This full-time role offers a clear development pathway and hands-on experience in education and employment settings.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
• Accredited BSL Level 2 qualification or equivalent; actively working towards Level 3.
• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent.
• Experience communicating with Deaf people through work, volunteering, education or lived experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support deaf learners on Level 1 and Level 2 programmes.
• Facilitate communication in educational, social and workplace environments.
• Provide support through sign language, note-taking and learning reinforcement.
• Accompany learners on work placements, internships, educational visits and enrichment activities.
• Encourage confidence, independence and self-advocacy.
• Work with experienced CSWs, Teachers of the Deaf and Job Coaches.
• Contribute to learner progress reviews and educational planning.
• Develop professional skills through mentoring and structured training.

Skills

Sign language communication

Interpersonal skills

Deaf awareness

Communication with deaf learners

Education

GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above)

BSL Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

The Deaf Academy in Exmouth is seeking a Trainee Communication Support Worker to develop into a qualified CSW through mentoring and structured training. You will gain essential qualifications, on-the-job experience and support to help deaf learners achieve independence and success.

We welcome applicants with BSL Level 2, GCSE English and maths and a commitment to safeguarding. This full-time role offers a clear development pathway and hands-on experience in education and employment settings.