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Communication Support Worker Deaf & Hearing Impaired Students - HD11381

Warwick College Group

Communication Support Worker Deaf & Hearing Impaired Students - HD11381

£25078

Warwick College Group, Sydenham, Warwick

  • Part time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted 1 week ago, 11 Sep | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 2992e64ffb92420a98b9d2653a5112be

Full Job Description

  • Interpreting using British Sign Language.

  • Performing the role of a Learning Support Assistant during class.

  • Note Taking, acting as a scribe during exams and lessons.

  • Supporting the students out of class (assignment work etc) and during extracurricular activities, such as educational trips or work experience.

  • Working closely with the curriculum to encourage inclusive learning.

  • Working closely with the Coordinator for Services to Deaf Students to plan and deliver a high-quality, professional service.

  • Building glossaries of technical language for the student.

  • Promoting equality and integration of Deaf and Hearing Impaired students.

  • Develop, review and implement strategies during the academic year, using individual learning profiles and other college systems.

  • Communicate appropriate information to other staff including managers and course tutors.

  • Undertake record keeping and other administrative tasks, ensuring the confidential nature of the work as required.

  • Complete individual Risk Assessment and Individual Evacuation Plans.

  • Provide deaf awareness sessions to the students' tutor groups, other related student groups and other external organisations where required.

  • Provide Learning Support to non-deaf students where appropriate.


    • OFFERS OF WORK

    For the successful candidate a conditional offer of work will be made. Our offer of work will be conditional upon a number of mandatory pre-employment checks, to include but not limited to: DBS, Barred List check, right to work check, internet search, TRA check (academic posts).

    Any offers of appointment will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (formerly CRB), a certificate of good conduct if applicable, plus receipt of satisfactory references, Occupational Health clearance, an understanding of safeguarding and qualifications verification. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position as you will be working within 'Regulated Activity' within a specific place (i.e. the College).

    This role is classed as working within Regulated Activity. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. By applying for this position, you agree to an Enhanced DBS check in line with DBS regulations.,
  • GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics, or Level 2 equivalent qualification, or willingness to work towards once in post.

  • Level 2 or above qualification in British Sign Language or be a native BSL user having come from a deaf family/community

  • Excellent administrative and organisational skills.

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.


    • DESIRABLE ATTAINMENTS

  • Level 3 in BSL or working towards the qualification.

  • UK driving licence free from major endorsements and the use of a vehicle.


    • ESSENTIAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

  • Willingness to take responsibility for one's own professional development and continuously update skills and knowledge.

  • Links with the deaf community/ organisations.

  • Flexible approach to work and working times.

  • Willingness to travel to and from work at all locations where we provide a service.

  • Ability to promote our excellent reputation and carry out our business appropriately and professionally at all times.

  • Maintaining a professional business like appearance.

  • Ability to demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of Equality and Diversity.

  • Ability to demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

  • Ability to demonstrate behaviours which support the Core Values of the College.


    • DESIRABLE SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

  • Knowledge of issues within the Deaf community, current affairs and changes within the deaf community.

  • A desire to be involved and interact with the deaf community/organisations on a regular basis.

    This role is pro rata, so the salary you will be receiving is £7,786.68 - £8,533.98 per annum. For any roles that start part way through the academic year, the annual salary will be pro rata to the remaining months.