Communication Support Worker (CSW)
Cams Hill School C Pay Range: £26,017 – £27,110 FTE (depending on experience)
Actual Salary based on 37 hours per week: £22,314.58 – £23,252.04 per annum
Working hours: 37 per week, 39 weeks per year (term time only)
Weekly schedule: Monday to Thursday 0800‑1600 & Friday 0800‑1530
Start date: 1 September 2026
Contract: 1‑year fixed term until 31 August 2027
We are seeking a Communication Support Worker to support deaf and hearing‑impaired pupils in accessing the curriculum, initially with pupils in Year 7.
Applicants should be good communicators, empathetic, creative, and passionate about education and maximising potential. They must be highly motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team.
Responsibilities
The CSW is expected to be part of our Learning Coach team, working with individuals or small groups of pupils within mainstream lessons. While interpreting is the primary role, the CSW may also provide other forms of communication support such as note‑taking, lip‑reading, and basic hearing equipment checks. The CSW works alongside classroom teachers and the Learning Coach team.
The CSW must always present information in a form that is accessible to pupils. Adaptation and modification of content, structure, and language during lessons may be required based on the pupil’s needs, including:
- Sign language skills
- Ability to take in new information
- Level of language
- Subject‑specific vocabulary (pre‑learning and over‑learning)
- Small group interventions
The CSW should pass on the information provided by the teacher without altering content without agreement. The CSW may omit extraneous information where judged unnecessary, but technical vocabulary and relevant subject details must be retained.
Key Requirements
- Commitment to working to a high standard supporting educational excellence for pupils
- Excellent organising, planning and prioritising skills
- Patience and assertiveness
- Ability to work at a fast pace and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to relate well to pupils, parents/carers, staff and other professionals
- Good standard of literacy
- “Can do” attitude
- Ability to work constructively as part of a team
Benefits
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Professional development opportunities
- Free parking for all staff
- Access to School Dining with Chef Manager
- Free use of the Fitness Suite
- Annual flu jabs offered via the onsite welfare team, free
- Assistance towards eye tests and glasses
The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.
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