Communication Support Assistant

Job Description

COMMUNICATION SUPPORT ASSISTANT FOR D/dEAF STUDENTS

We are looking for an engaging and motivated person to join our team of Communication Support Assistants, working with D/deaf students in our Specialist Inclusion Base.

This is a part-time, permanent role. We can offer up to 18 hours and 15 minutes per week, worked over 3 days but will consider candidates who can offer less hours. Hours of work are 8.20am to 3pm, term time only.

Starting salary will be £11,272 per annum, inclusive of Crawley Market Supplement (based on 18 hours and 25 minutes per week)

• 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 up to level 2 is preferred but we will consider candidates who do not yet have this qualification.

Safeguarding Statement

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.

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.

How to Apply

NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the school processes your applications directly rather than through this site.​

Please apply via the school vacancy website here: https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/hazelwick-school-1047674

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 Friday 6th November 2026.

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.

Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please contact the school directly.

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