Access Communication Support Worker - teacher to the deaf
This job expired on 1 March 2022
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
1 March 2022 at 11:59pm
Date listed
15 January 2022
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
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- 32.5 hours per week - 39 weeks a year (term time)
Contract type
- Fixed term - 31st August 2025
Full-time equivalent salary
- £19,698
Actual salary
- £15,129.81
Additional allowances
Local Government Pension Scheme
Access Communication Support Worker - teacher to the deaf job summary
This post will work as part of the school team but primarily be responsible for providing BSL communication support for a Year 3 child who is hearing impaired.
Who we are looking for
Qualification in British Sign language (Signature level 2 minimum and willingness to achieve level 3)
Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) or note taking) in order to be able to adapt to the different needs of deaf learners
Familiarity with the range of assistive listening devices used by deaf learners e.g. digital hearing aids, BAHA systems, cochlear implants and FM radio aid systems or willingness to undertake further training.
Qualification/training in supporting deaf learners or willingness to undergo this.
ACSWs working with pupils who have dual sensory impairment/MSI will be required to undertake intervener training.
Commitment to safeguarding
The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.
About Kings Heath Primary Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- View all Primaryjobs
- School size
- 351 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Kings Heath Primary Academy website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@dret.co.uk
Passionate staff and children who are full of curiosity and enthusiasm make Kings Heath Primary Academy unique.
We ensure every child’s true potential is unlocked and achieved through a unique, and personalised, educational experience. This includes an exciting knowledge-rich curriculum, which centers on rich cultural experiences throughout the year to scaffold learning upon.
We continuously work alongside expert curriculum consultants in all areas to provide the highest quality of curriculum knowledge and teaching strategies for all staff members. We quite simply accept that we all (staff and pupils) have something new to learn every day and that an enquiring mindset is critical to our personal growth and development. As a result, our staff consist of aspirational teachers who engage passionately in the various opportunities to develop as a professional.
Kings Heath Primary Academy is vibrant, unique and a liberating experience for all, we welcome everyone, we challenge viewpoints, we listen and as a result we all grow – together. If you would like to join us on our journey/meet us all then please do not hesitate to get in touch.
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