Communication Support Worker

15 hours per week (Term-Time Only – 36 weeks per year)

We are looking for an experienced Communication Support Worker 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

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.

An application pack can be downloaded from our website by accessing https://careers.boltoncollege.ac.uk or by email request to: personnel@boltoncc.ac.uk.

Closing Date:            26^th January 2025

Interview date:          4^th February 2025