Communication Support Worker
2 weeks ago
About Us
Northgate is a vibrant, multi-cultural primary school situated very close to Crawley town centre. We are growing and currently have 550 children on roll including a maintained Nursery and Specialist Support Centre (SSC). The SSC is led by two Qualified Teachers of the Deaf and a team of specialist support assistants. In the SSC we currently have 15 Deaf pupils who are all part of a mainstream class. We support primarily in the classroom and offer additional support in the SSC as required.
We can offer:
Happy and purposeful working environment with a strong ethos of supporting our Deaf pupils within the school and in their daily lives. Being part of a team that is experienced and skilled in working with Deaf pupils and who can support new members in their training and professional development.
Pupils who are engaged and keen to learn.
Professional development relating to the needs of our pupils.
A supportive school team.
Job Details
Salary: Grade 7; £29,540 - £32,061
Contract Type: Fixed term
Working Pattern: Full time; term time only; 08.30am - 3.30pm
Location: Crawley
Interviews: 21st October 2025
What You Need to Succeed
What you need to succeed
We are seeking to appoint 2 Communication Support Workers (CSW), who have high expectations for Deaf children and are committed to ensuring that every child achieves their full potential in school.
The ideal candidate must have achieved a minimum of level 3 BSL and be willing to work towards Level 6 BSL. Applicants will also need to be competent in English and mathematics.
An ability to contribute to the planning and delivery of the school's BSL curriculum.
An understanding that Deaf children can communicate in different ways. Some of our pupils use speech as their main form of communication, whilst others use British Sign Language.
Previous experience of working in a similar position is desirable but not essential.
Further Information
Northgate Primary 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
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The reference number for this role is SCHO01119.
LOCATION
Crawley area
CONTRACT TYPE
Fixed Term
JOB TYPE
Education - School Support
CLOSING DATE
13 October 2025
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