Communication Support Worker (BSL)

Term time only, 40 weeks per year

Wakefield & Castleford College

We are excited to announce that we are recruiting for a Communication Support Worker to join our dedicated, growing team within the Inclusion Department here at The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group. This is a specialist and varied role where you will provide appropriate non-teaching support to our D/deaf and Hard of Hearing learners to support them to reach their potential.

As a Communication Support Worker, you will provide D/deaf and Hard of Hearing learners with appropriate support using a range of communication modes and strategies as appropriate in conjunction with the SENDCO, in addition to adapting and proofreading course material as required.

You should have previous experience of working with Deaf and Hard of Hearing learners, be qualified to Level 3 in BSL and have the ability to take notes for learners. Level 2 BSL will be considered, your skills will be assessed at interview and a there must be a commitment to achieving Level 3 during your first year.

If you have the skills and experience, we are looking for and would like to join us please click ‘Apply’ now, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits include:

• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Access to the West Yorkshire Pension Scheme
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Metro Card Scheme
• Reduced price personal gym membership
• Access to a wide range of high street discounts (retail, supermarkets and restaurants)
• Staff Recognition Awards
• Interview date: TBC

DIRECT APPLICANTS ONLY, NO AGENCY CVs.

The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all students and this post will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS.

We aim to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and positively encourage applications from all. 

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