Communication Support Worker 

                                                                                                                                                                                        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 seeking an additional member of staff to join our team and share the 1:1 support for a Year 7 pupil with complex needs.

 The ideal candidate will have paediatric first aid training or experience supporting individuals with medical needs, particularly tracheostomy care, including suctioning. However, full mandatory training will be provided in school. An essential requirement of the role is a willingness to undertake this training and work under the supervision of our school-based medical team. We also welcome applications from candidates without prior medical experience who are committed to developing the necessary skills.

 This role would particularly suit a qualified Communication Support Worker and/or someone with experience supporting deaf or hard of hearing pupils. We are looking for an individual who either holds a BSL qualification or is willing to work towards one. A good working knowledge of deafness and a strong commitment to supporting the education and wellbeing of young people are essential. You will join an established team of four CSWs, currently supporting up to nine pupils. Additional responsibilities will include working with deaf and hard of hearing pupils in class and within the Hearing Support Base for targeted interventions.

 St Paul’s is a thriving and successful mainstream Catholic school. All staff are committed to the care and success of pupils and to working in a community where the values of forgiveness, respect, and concern for others are shared by all, 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: Thursday 4^th December 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