Communication Support Worker (British Sign Language required)
Job Summary
Job Title: Communication Support Worker (BSL Signing required)
Location: Coventry College
Contract Type: Full-Time Term Time Only 38-weeks Permanent
Hours per Week: 37 per week
Salary: 22151 to 22.595 per annumFTE (dependent on qualifications and experience)
About Us
Coventry College is a dynamic Further Education provider at the heart of the city offering high-quality vocational technical and professional education to learners of all ages from Entry Level to Higher Education. Since forming in 2017 weve been committed to helping individuals transform their lives and supporting businesses to growstrengthening the communities we serve. Our ambition is to help young people and adults to aspire to change their lives and those of their families. Through strong partnerships and a responsive inclusive curriculum we strive to deliver excellence in teaching and learning that evolves with industry needs and puts learners and employers in the best position for success. Recent investments in facilities including electric vehicle tech construction and digital skills ensure we stay at the cutting edge of industry needs.
About the Role
Do you have high aspirations for young people - and believe in their great potential to achieve and thrive
Are you an experienced CSW who could provide learning support to students with sensory needs that impact on their learning This role requires a fully qualified BSL/ CSW who is able to sign for deaf learners.
Do you understand the challenges faced by deaf learners in a mainstream College Are you able to implement appropriate strategies to help learners overcome these challenges
Are you able to develop and use personalised strategies that optimise learning for students of all abilities
Are you keen to ensure that learners are prepared for todays digital world and can access the assistive technologies that will make their learning easier and accessible
If so we have an exciting opportunity for a Communication Support Worker to join our ALS team part of our wide-ranging Learner Services team.
The role may require you to support learners within areas such as construction motor vehicle and health and social care.
To be successful in this role you will need to have had previous experience in the role of Communication Support Worker.
Requirements
Must-Have:
Level 2 Maths and English Qualifications
BSL Level 3 or higher qualification
Nice-to-Have:
Working with people with sensory support needs
What we offer
Free on-site parking including EV charging points
Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (LGPS)
Generous annual leave entitlement
Access to continued professional development and training opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
Employee discount scheme offering savings on retail travel and more
This role is eligible for Blue Light Card (BLC)
On-site refectory serving a variety of food and drink options
Discounted hair and beauty treatments at our in-house salon
Staff recognition and award schemes celebrating your achievements
A supportive inclusive working environment
How to Apply
To apply please complete our online application form which is designed in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance.
Please note that CVs will not be accepted.
We do not accept unsolicited agency applications. We will contact preferred agencies if their support is required.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Coventry College is the largest Further Education provider in the local area, offering programmes for school leavers, Traineeships, higher education and adults.