Communication Support Advisor - Middlesbrough, United Kingdom - Learning Curve Group

Learning Curve Group

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Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Vacancy Name

Communication Support Advisor

Vacancy No

VN3103

Location City

Middlesbrough

Description

LCG is looking for a unique role as a Communication Support Advisor to support a Hearing-Impaired Learner by notetaking and lip reading. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, experience of supporting hearing impaired learners, including those with specific learning differences in education or the workplace.

Contract Type

Fixed
Term

Role Information

Work under the direction of the SENCO to coordinate the learning support service

- to support hearing impaired learners by using a range of communication modes, strategies and skills including lip reading and notetaking.

Have awareness and understanding of Deaf Culture and specific issues relating to education
To communicate and produce notes that are clear, for the individual needs
Work closely with learners who have an Educational Health Care Plan
Provide structured support using a range of effective interventions
Report on the effectiveness of the learning support provided within the Academy
Transcribe and Support with preparing materials appropriate to the
Advise and support tutors with making the necessary adjustments for learners with hearing impairments and learning support needs.
Carry out assessment of learning support needs including diagnostic testing and make recommendations for appropriate support
Agree learning support aims and interventions with the learner and set these out in a learning support plan that is shared with the learner and tutors
Ensure that Learning Support Plans and contact logs are updated accurately, objectively and timeously
Organise and attend regular review meetings with the learner and appropriate professionals'
Work with learners requiring learning support with the aim of maximising their independence in learning and reducing the level of support over time
Adopt a proactive approach to the adaption and production of appropriate learning materials to assist learning
Promote self advocacy and empower learners to manage their own learning
Liaise with learners and staff to identify alternative assessment requirements and provide support for specific assessment and exam arrangements
Ensure that the outcomes of review meetings are recorded accurately
Maintain records of liaison meetings with agencies involved in the learner's learning support
DUTIES

- to support hearing impaired learners by using a range of communication modes, strategies and skills including lip reading and notetaking.

To communicate and produce notes that are clear, for the individual needs
Transcribe and Support with preparing materials appropriate for the learner
Advise and support tutors with making the necessary adjustments for learners with hearing impairments and learning support needs.

GENERIC DUTIES

Conduct your role in line with the company values and expected behaviours
Promote equal opportunities and recognition of diversity throughout the company
Comply with the Safeguarding, Prevent and Health and Safety Policies and be vigilant to potential concerns and risks at all times
Ensure confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
Provide learners, customers and colleagues with support, advice guidance as part of your everyday role

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

We love to develop our people so even if you don't meet 100% of the essential criteria, we strongly encourage you to apply.

We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, experience of supporting hearing impaired learners, including those with specific learning differences in education or the workplace.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Don't just take our word for it though Our commitment to a number of covenants and pledges will show you just how serious we are about equal opportunities for all:
Disability Confident Employer
Armed Forces Covenant Silver
Domestic Abuse Covenant
Durham Enable
Care Leaver Covenant
PURPLE PERKS

26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

We understand the gift of time, whether it's to see your loved ones or just spending time doing the things you love.

That's why in addition to your basic allowance of 26 days your annual leave allowance can rise to as much as 44 days per annum (inclusive of BH) because of these amazing extra leave perks:

Buy & Sell | You can buy sell up to an extra 5 days annual leave each year

2YRS Service | Staff who have 2YRS service received an extra 2 days annual leave

5YRS Service | Staff who have 5YRS service receive a further 2 days annual leave

10YRS Service | Staff who have 10YRS service receive a further 1 days annual leave

We have a huge range of perks which you can look at here**
HEAD OFFICE PERKS
We wish we could provide these to all, but as a national company its not always possible. However these perks are available to all staff when they attend our incred