Job Description

About Us

HAZELWICK SCHOO

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An Academy



Three Bridges, Crawley, West Sussex RH10 1SX

COMMUNICATION SUPPORT ASSISTANT FOR D/dEAF STUDENTS

Hours of work are 8.20am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, term time only, 30 hours and 25 minutes per week



BSL Level 1&2: 18,206 - 18,488 per annum, inclusive of Crawley Market Supplement

BSL Level 3: 18,777 - 19,679 per annum, inclusive of Crawley Market Supplement



We are looking for an engaging and motivated person who can sign at BSL Level 3 or above, to join our team of Communication Support Assistants, working with D/deaf students in our Sensory Support Centre.


The role will involve supporting students in lessons as well as working 1:1 with students and running small group intervention sessions You should have a good standard of education with excellent literacy and numeracy skills Classroom experience or experience of working with young D/deaf people will be an advantage Being aware of how to help D/deaf students access the curriculum is essential The successful candidate should be willing to undertake further BSL training. Support and training will be provided as necessary. BSL level 3 (or above) is preferred but we will consider candidates who have BSL Level 1 or 2.


Hazelwick School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and communicates a clear framework to employees. Safeguarding is a key aspect of every role and all staff must have read and be fully aware of the Child Protection Policy. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Job Details

Salary: 18,206 - 19,679 depending on BSL level

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: 30 hours and 25 minutes per week, term time only

Location: Crawley

Interviews: interview date to be confirmed

What You Need to Succeed

To be successful in this role you will need to:



have a good standard of education



be prepared to undertake BSL training

Further Information

Hazelwick School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

How to Apply

For further details about this post and to apply, please go to our school website:



www.hazelwick.org



Please submit your completed application form by 9.00am on Tuesday 15th July 2025.



You are encouraged to submit your application form as soon as possible, as there may be occasions where we will close a vacancy and interview once sufficient applications have been received.

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Job Reference: SCHO00731