Communication Support Worker

Location: Mansfield
Hours: 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

Essential Requirements

• 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

You will:

• 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

Benefits

• Membership of the Scottish Widows Group Personal Pension Plan
• Term-time working pattern supporting work-life balance
• Opportunity to develop specialist skills in Deaf education support
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team

Apply Now

If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of d/Deaf learners and have the skills and enthusiasm to thrive in a dynamic educational environment, we would love to hear from you.