Deaf Inclusion Worker ( DIW)
Trinity School
Devon
- £16.27 per hour
- Quick apply
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2024
- Apply by:
- 26 July 2024
Job overview
We are looking for an organised and reliable Deaf Inclusion Worker (DIW) to join our school office! Could that be you?
You will play a crucial role in supporting the inclusion of a deaf student, on a 1:1 basis, within the school, ensuring they have full access to the curriculum and school activities through effective communication support, advocacy, and awareness-raising.
About Trinity School
Trinity School is a friendly, co-educational day and boarding school with an outstanding reputation for first-class education and care for children between the ages of 2 to 18 years.
Excellent teaching and pastoral care in our nurturing and encouraging environment allow our pupils and staff to flourish. Our small class sizes mean that our teachers know pupils in depth as individuals and can provide a tailored curriculum to maximise achievement.
We aim to encourage intellectual curiosity and productive learning habits in both our students and staff. Whether you are fully trained or seeking further qualifications, we have plenty of opportunities for you to broaden your skill set and reach your career goals.
About the Role and You
Contract type: Part Time, Two days a week, 8am -5pm one day, 8am – 4pm the other, (8am - 5pm to include a BSL Club)
Salary: £16.27 per hour, based on experience and skills
Start date: September 2024
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Deliver the KS3 and KS4 curriculum using a combination of English and full BSL to ensure the student has complete access to educational content.
- Adapt and differentiate lesson materials to meet the individual needs the of student.
- To manage the use of the Assisted Listening Devices on a daily basis and encourage student independence in managing their processor equipment.
- Provide BSL and/or cued speech interpreting services during classes, meetings, and school events
- Facilitate effective communication between deaf students and their peers, teachers, and staff.
About You
We are looking for someone who has:
- Minimum competent Level 3 BSL qualification (up to level 6) / Level 2 Cued Speech qualification
- Previous experience within a similar role.
- Additional qualifications in deaf education or related fields is desirable
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience in an educational setting, particularly in a prep or senior school environment.
Why Choose Us?
At Trinity School, we are dedicated to creating an environment where both students and staff flourish. In addition to being part of an exceptional team, here is what you can expect:
- Company Sick Pay
- Company Pension
- Competitive salary.
- Refer a friend scheme with a financial reward.
- Wellness programme.
- Access to life assurance.
- On-site parking.
- Lunch provided.
- Exceptional grounds and facilities.
If you feel like this role aligns with your skill set and experience, we encourage you to apply!
We look forward to welcoming you to Trinity School.
Trinity School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, with costs covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
About Trinity School
Trinity School is an independent, co-educational, all-through school for children aged 3-19 years old. It is situated in Teignmouth, Devon, and has approximately 490 day and boarding pupils. Bursaries and scholarships are available.
Trinity School was founded in 1979. It is a Christian school built on joint Anglican and Roman Catholic foundations. Pupils of all faiths and none are welcome in the school, which follows a Christian ethos in all aspects of school life.
Headmaster
Mr Robert Robinson
Values and vision
Trinity School places great value on the work of the chaplaincy, which gives pupils the opportunity to explore the Christian faith, as well as acting as another strand in school's pastoral support.
ISI report
"The school provides a welcoming environment where pupils of all ages and abilities feel valued and encouraged to learn. Informed by the school’s ecumenical traditions, its ethos creates a community where pupil are welcomed as individuals with unique abilities and talents and are enabled to make good progress overall. The curriculum is good, enabling pupils to develop their basic skills in literacy, numeracy, scientific exploration and the creative arts as they progress from the EYFS to the sixth form. Pupils are confident and articulate, use information and communication technology (ICT) completely, work independently and cooperatively, and make good progress according to their ability. Lessons are well prepared and teachers use their subject knowledge well to encourage and support their pupils.”
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