Communication Support Worker with Medical Experience

                                                                                                                                                                                        Salary: St Paul’s Pay Range 3 (£29,572 to £31,586)

                                                                                                                                                                                              (Pro rata Staring Salary £20,381)

                                                                                                                                                                            30 hours per week, Term time only plus 1 day

Working hours Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8.40am-3.35pm, Tuesday 8.50am-3.35pm and Friday 8.40am-2.30pm

We are currently seeking a qualified Communication Support Worker to enhance the learning of deaf/hard of hearing pupils within the classroom and the Hearing Support Department.  We are looking for an individual ideally with BSL qualification or with the willingness to work towards BSL qualifications to join our diverse team.  You must have a good working knowledge of deafness and be passionate about the education of all young people. You will be joining an established team working with up to 9 pupils currently.

We are seeking someone who ideally has paediatric first aid training and previous experience working with people with medical needs. It would also be beneficial if there is previous experience of working with people who have a tracheostomy, including changing tracheostomies. An essential part of the job would require a willingness to undertake training to support individuals with tracheostomy care, under the supervision of our school-based medical team.

St. Paul's is a thriving and successful Catholic school with an excellent reputation. Our commitment to excellent teaching and learning can be demonstrated through bespoke CPD opportunities and through the management of a growing and successful training school.  All staff members are committed to the care and success of pupils and working in a setting where values of forgiveness, concern for others and respect are shared as the core values of St. Paul’s regardless of faith.

For further details and an application form please visit the school website www.st-pauls.org.uk, e-mail enquiries@st-pauls.org.uk or call 01908 669735

Closing date for applications: Monday 21^st April 2025 at 9.00am

We will review applications on receipt.  Suitable candidates may be interviewed before closing date and reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

St. Paul’s Catholic School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  All references will be requested and Online Searches prior to interview.  The successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check.