West Oaks School is recruiting, and we would love to hear from you. If you have the ambition, enthusiasm, and the right skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated and supportive team. Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to pupils’ learning experiences? Do you have the skills, patience, and energy to support children and young people with a range of needs? If you are motivated, adaptable, and willing to learn and develop, we would welcome your application.

Your role will include:

• Using your BSL skills to support pupils who are deaf or hearing impaired
• Delivering learning activities for individuals and small groups, planned in collaboration with the class teacher and other professionals
• Supporting pupils to access learning and engage fully in school life

You will be based at our Woodhouse Learning site (LS6 2ST).

We can offer you:

A rewarding and fulfilling role making a real difference

• The opportunity to work with our exceptional pupils
•  A highly experienced and supportive staff team committed to continuous improvement
•  A strong programme of professional development to support your growth
•  The chance to work in an outstanding school (Ofsted Outstanding: 2007, 2012, 2017, 2022)
•  A positive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive

Safeguarding is our golden thread and we are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children, this is at the heart of everything we do. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Applicants who have lived or worked overseas in the last five years will be required to provide an overseas criminal record check where applicable. We value diversity and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the community of Leeds.

Applicants should apply through MyNewTerm or via the school website: westoaksschool.co.uk/vacancies.  Application forms should be completed on-line through the MyNewTerm portal, CVs will not be accepted.  The closing date is Sunday 31^st May   2026 at midnight. Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application process, please email recruitment@westoaksschool.co.uk.

Interviews will be held w/c 15 th June 2026

Communication Support Worker -C1 Points 12-17

Required from September 2026

37 hours per week TTO + 5 training days

Actual salary (under 5 years’ service) £ 24, 597 - £26, 682