Communication Support Worker (LMVTSCSW) Nottinghamshire, England
Location: MansfieldHours: 30 hours per week (flexible)Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only (37.6 weeks)Salary: £17,993 per annum (pro rata from £26,000 FTE)
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Communication Support Worker to join our Further Education College in Mansfield. You will be part of a specialist team providing a wide and varied range of communication support to d/Deaf and Hearing Impaired learners, enabling them to fully access their learning programmes and all aspects of college life.
This is a highly rewarding role where your work will directly impact students’ independence, confidence, and academic success.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide communication support to d/Deaf and Hearing Impaired learners using:
- British Sign Language (BSL)
- Signed Supported English (SSE)
- Notetaking
- Lipspeaking
- Adapt communication methods to meet individual learning styles and needs
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide flexible and responsive support, including:
- 2:1 support in classroom environments
- Combined communication approaches (e.g., signing and notetaking simultaneously)
- Modify and relay information to ensure accessibility across a range of curriculum areas
- Support learners with additional Learning Difficulties and Disabilities (LLD)
- Promote equality, inclusion, and full participation in college activities
Flexibility Requirements
Flexibility is essential for this role. You may be required to:
- Support learners in residential settings, which may include overnight stays
- Provide support during evening or Saturday courses
- 3 GCSEs (Grade C/4 or above), including English Language
- Maths Level 2 (or willingness to work towards)
- Signature Level 2 in British Sign Language (BSL)
- Willingness to achieve within 2 years:
- Signature Level 3 / NVQ Level 3 in BSL
- BTEC/Edexcel Communication Support Worker for Deaf People qualification (or willingness to work towards)
- Signature Level 2 in Notetaking / Lipspeaking / Deafblind Communication (or willingness to work towards)
About You
- Have a strong understanding of Deaf culture
- Be passionate about supporting learners with diverse needs
- Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Be adaptable, proactive, and a strong team player
- Be committed to continuous professional development
- Membership of the Scottish Widows Group Personal Pension Plan
- Opportunity to develop specialist skills in Deaf education support
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative team
Vision Talent Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and professional service for all.
All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.
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