BSL Interpreter
Nationwide
01752 358641
recruitment@firstclass-support.co.uk
£37.00 / Per Hour
First Class Support provides academic support to students
in receipt of disabled student allowance (DSA). We pride ourselves on only
employing first class support specialists that are passionate about making a
difference to the lives of people studying higher education courses across the
UK.
Due to continued expansion, we are looking to galvanise our team of
highly qualified and experienced specialist support staff. There is currently a
vacancy available for a qualified and experienced BSL Interpreter to carry our
company name.
Brief Details of Your Role: To provide BSL interpreting for
students who are deaf and whose first or preferred language is BSL to ensure
equal access to the curriculum and academic environment. To provide
communication and note taking support to deaf and hard of hearing students, at
days and times dictated by individual student need and programme requirements.
You will deliver communication support that is based on a thorough
understanding of student disabilities and medical conditions, in addition to
dyslexia screening data, medical evidence and the DSA Needs Assessment. You
will similarly provide appropriate support to students during assessments.
The successful candidate will assist deaf and hard of hearing students
with the modification/translation of written English into BSL or vice versa.
Interpreters will use their skills and knowledge of BSL and English and their
understanding of the differences between the two, in order to receive
information in one language and pass it on in another. You will assist deaf and
hard of hearing students with the translation of BSL into written English and
liaise with academic staff regarding the delivery of the course, advising as
appropriate on the modification and differentiation of the learning
environment, materials and delivery styles.
Your qualifications/training: You will hold a BSL Level 4 (old
qualification) or Level 6 (new
qualification). A communication support worker qualification,
qualification in Deaf Studies, Lip-speaking qualification and Note-taking
qualification is desirable and will be advantageous relative to your
application
First Class Commitment To Our Staff For this specific
role, successful applicants will receive:
A minimum of £37.00 per hour
Ongoing training and professional development
An e-ID card
A personalised @firstclass email address
PI insurance, provided by First Class Support
Support worker prizes (when nominated by students)
Flexible working patterns
Additional Information:
The working hours vary according to the needs of the
student and the academic timetable. We are seeking support workers who
are currently self-employed,
or in the process of registering as a self-employed professional.
All support workers must be able to receive emails and
phone calls when on location. Only the most experienced and qualified support
workers will be selected for interview.
We are looking for fresh and engaging staff to alter the
dynamics of NMH in a positive and objective way. We are looking for people to
bring something exciting to the company as well as their credentials.
Please attach your CV when applying in the first instance.
As we anticipate a high volume of applications, if you do not receive a reply within 5 weeks, please consider you application unsuccessful.