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Communication Support Worker

What is a Communication Support Worker?

They provide support for deaf learners in school using different methods of communication to suit the learner, this could include BSL, clear speech, notetaking. They also adapt learning materials to the person’s needs.

Average salary (per year)

18-22K

Typical hours (a week)

37 -39

You could work

Between 8am – 6pm

Registration

Day-to-day tasks

In your day-to-day duties you may have to:

assess the needs of learners
help students communicate with others in class
support learners
interpret between spoken English and BSL
adapt learning materials to match learners’ interests
use different ways to help people understand what is required in class
help learners produce written work
support students to share their learning needs with teachers
build relationships with learners, their families, and other professionals
support learners to become more independent
provide deaf-awareness training for other staff and students
give advice to staff on how to improve the learning environment or communication methods with deaf learners