Communication Support Worker (New Marston Primary School) OCC616348

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  • Oxford
  • £24,702-26,873 per year
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 1 month ago
Job detailsSalary range:Teaching Assistant - £24,702 - £26,873 pro-rata, per annumFor a candidate with British Sign Language level 3 or above - £29,269 - £32,076 pro-rata, per annumWork location: SENSS Deaf and Hearing Support Resource Base at New Marston Primary School, OxfordHours per week: 30 (5 days) - applications for part-time working will also be consideredContract type: Permanent (term-time only, 39 working weeks per annum)Vetting requirements: This role is subject to a criminal records checkClosing date: Sunday 9th June 2024Interview date: Week commencing 17th June 2024Do you have the skills and passion to make a difference to the learning experience of children and young people with special educational needs?We would love you to join us!About usTeaching Assistants and Communication Support Workers (CSW) are an essential part of the educational team working with children and young people who are deaf in Oxfordshire educational settings. TA/CSWs work in the Deaf and Hearing Support Resource Bases at New Marston Primary School and The Cherwell School (secondary), and with post-16 students who have a sensory impairment (deafness or vision impairment) in the Colleges of Further Education in Oxfordshire with a base at City of Oxford College.*the terms deaf/deafness refer to all levels and types of hearing lossAbout the roleWe are seeking Teaching Assistants or Communication Support Workers with a calm, encouraging and positive manner to work with deaf children and young people in the Deaf and Hearing Support Resource Base at New Marston Primary School in Oxford. No previous knowledge of working with deaf pupils is required.The deaf pupils supported by the base have a range of communication modes and learning styles. Some speak and listen as their primary mode of communication, some use sign language together with speaking and listening, and some are British Sign Language users.There are good public transport links to New Marston Primary School and parking is also available.The role is permanent and is term-time only (39 working weeks per year).About youYou will have the ability to communicate sensitively and appropriately with children, young people, families, and colleagues. You work positively as part of a team but also feel confident to work independently and take initiative when needed.You have a good level of basic education (e.g. Grade 4 or above in GCSE Maths and English or equivalent) or equivalent professional experience.Working closely with specialist Teachers of Deaf Children and Young People (ToDs), mainstream staff and other professionals to improve outcomes, your aim will be to enable access to the curriculum and to facilitate full inclusion for the pupils you work with.Ideally, you will have experience of working with children and young people with SEN or disability, but training will be given. We are particularly interested if you have a qualification in communicating with deaf people (preferably Level 2 CACDP or above, or a level of fluency in BSL at a comparable stage). If you have an interest in learning sign language, this role offers opportunities to develop these skills.You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be resilient, creative, and adaptable.No previous knowledge of working with deaf pupils is required but would be an advantage. A passion for working with children and young people to make a difference and improve their access to learning is essential.Rewards and benefits
  • Culture of flexible working
  • Technology to support agile working where role permits
  • This is a term time only role. The successful candidate will benefit from leave during all OCC school holidays (however no holiday can be taken during term time).
  • Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support
  • Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer’s contribution of up to 19.9%
  • Enhanced family friendly policies
  • Local and national discounts for shopping and travel
  • Great learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development
Would you like to know more?For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Amy Lanphere, Resource Base Lead Teacher, on 07436 701127 orYou are also most welcome visit the base, meet our friendly and caring team, and the children we support, before you apply.Application ProcedureTo apply, please complete an online application form by clicking either of the Apply Now buttons at the top and bottom of this advert. This includes a section asking you to explain how you meet the selection criteria, as specified in the job posting. You may attach a cover letter and/or CV to your application form, however it is not mandatory.If you encounter any issues with the maximum character count on your application form, please use , which may be taking it over the limit.If you experience any technical difficulties whilst completing the application form, please contact the Recruitment Team using .If you require the application form in an alternative format as part of a reasonable adjustment at this stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment Team using .Our commitment to:
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