Communication Support Worker -British Sign Language


Company:	South Staffordshire College
Salary:	£7,417.55
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Stafford, ST19 5PG
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	4 Aug 2026
Closing date:	16 Aug 2026

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Summary

Job Reference HR2526-146

Status / Hours: Fixed Term, Part Time 10 hours per week Term Time Only 37 weeks

Salary: £33,516.54 – per annum / full time equivalent

£7,417.55 per annum / actual salary

Location: Rodbaston Campus

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, including barred list information, as this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

As part of safer recruitment practices and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.

All gaps in employment will be explored, and references will be sought prior to interview wherever possible. Only completed application forms will be accepted, CV’s cannot be considered.

We uphold rigorous safeguarding procedures throughout recruitment, selection and induction, consistent with the expectations set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Safeguarding training is mandatory for all employees and will form part of your induction and ongoing CPD.

The Learning Support team at South Staffordshire College require Communication Support Workers to provide British Sign Language (BSL) support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students.

This is an exciting opportunity to motivate and encourage students to embrace their differences and to help them develop their skills and confidence to work more independently in preparation for adulthood and working life.

The role would suit anyone looking for flexible hours, with a range of hours available, subject to support requirements.

The successful candidates will have at least a level 3 certificate in British Sign Language and experience of supporting young adults, preferably within an education setting.

You will be an excellent communicator, committed and enthusiastic with a natural ability to inspire students to recognise and achieve their aspirations.

To find out more about this great opportunity visit https://mynewterm.com/jobs/971564422/EDV-2026-RC-33209 to apply and to download a job specification.

All applications must be received by: Sunday 16th August 2026

Panel Interviews to be held: Thursday 27th August 2026

What you can expect from us - we care about your wellbeing so have several activities all year that provide support. However, time off is also important. We have a generous holiday scheme, the usual Bank Holidays, an additional 5 days at Christmas and 2 ‘ME’ days (where you can have a day off work and do whatever makes you happy) as well as an additional day on campus spent on wellbeing. We have a range of benefits available to all staff including paid time off for emergencies (designed to support carers) and all our policies are enhanced further than statutory requirements. The College also contributes to your pension at a minimum of 20.9% (we contribute more for people in the Local Government Pension Scheme).

South Staffordshire College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.

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