Interpreter (Bsl) And Communication Support Worker

We are currently recruiting for an Interpreter (BSL) and Communication Support Worker, to use British Sign Language (BSL) and Sign Supported English (SSE) to provide interpreting and learning support for Deaf Students with additional needs. The position will also have responsibility for:

• Provide signing support at an appropriate level in a range of situations. This will include working with Makaton, Sign Supported English and BSL, as appropriate to the setting, task and student preferences.
• Work 1:1 to support the additional needs of Deaf learners impacting on learning, such as memory and cognition issues and language delay.
• Provide 1:1 learning development work with Deaf learners, checking understanding and ensuring the learner has the necessary vocabulary knowledge and familiarity with concepts used in the lesson.
• Facilitate and support use of technology to support learning and communication for the Deaf.
• Support modification of handouts to ensure accessible language and using assistive visual formats.
  
  BSL qualification Level 3
• Level 2 qualifications in numeracy and literacy
• Experience of working in a learning environment
• Experience of working with students with additional needs such as memory and cognition issues and / or language delay.
• A strong understanding of the needs of Deaf students, the impact on learning and the support required to ensure progress and feelings of inclusion.
• Knowledge and understanding of how to communicate with Deaf young people.
  
  Are you compassionate, adaptable and a good communicator? Do you want to work for an organisation where you can make a difference to the lives of young people with complex disabilities and learning difficulties? If so Hereward College in Tile Hill, Coventry could be the ideal employer for you. Every day is different on campus and there is never a dull moment. The college has been supporting young people for 50 years on our pleasant 12-acre site. You could be part of our future. Our employees make us what we are and everyone plays a part in our continued success.In recognition of your efforts we provide employees with
  
  30 - 40 Days holidays per annum, plus statutory public holidays and 4 concession days
• Local Government Pension (22.6% Employer Contribution) or Teachers Pension (28.68% employer contribution) scheme
• Life Assurance
• A variety of working patterns including term time, part time, full time and all year-round
• Free on-site parking
• Access to a retail discount scheme
• 5 days Training per year
• Access to online training courses
• Most importantly a friendly, passionate and supportive work environment., Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months Pay: £24,635.00-£27,143.00 per year Expected hours: 29.5 per week Benefits:
• Bereavement leave
• Canteen
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
Application question(s):
• Do you have a BLS Level 3 qualification