An experienced communication support worker is required to provide a wide and varied range of communication support to Deaf and Hearing Impaired learners, thereby enabling them to access the full range of curriculum and College activities. Integral aspects of this role include ensuring that Deaf and Hearing Impaired learners have full access to programmes of learning either by relaying information using British Sign Language, Signed Supported English, note taking, and lip speaking, whilst meeting the diverse individual learning styles of Deaf learners.

The role will provide flexible methods of communication support i.e. working alongside colleagues in supporting a learner (2:1) in a classroom situation with a BSL user, note taking, signing and or transcribing/modifying language.

Successful candidates will be required to demonstrate their commitment to the College values: Serving our students and community, Professionalism, Respect for other people and teamwork, Caring, Honesty and integrity and a Positive “can-do” approach.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Our commitment is underpinned by robust processes and procedures that seek to maximise opportunity, minimise risk and continuously promote a culture that embraces the ethos of safeguarding amongst our workforce.

Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria are guaranteed an interview.

We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexuality, faith or disability.

Closing Date: Friday 3 September 2010

Interview Date: Tuesday 14 September 2010

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To view the job description, person specification and to apply online now, then please follow the link and complete the application form at: http://www.northnottscareers.co.uk?344566

If you do require further details, please contact Human Resources on 01909 504692 or email vacancies@nnc.ac.uk.

We will hold your details on file for a period of 6 months. Please specify what area/s you are interested in and we will send your details to the relevant Programme Areas.