Communication Support Specialist (BSL) - Fixed Term

Dame Janet Primary Academy, Ramsgate

• Ref:KCC886-2015-179S
• Posted:16/04/2026
• Pay:Est actual £13,799.51 (£24,262.31 FTE) per annum
• Start Date:ASAP
• App Close Date:08/05/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:19th May 2026

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(Y)Our Opportunity

Are you ready to use your talent to change a life? At Dame Janet Primary Academy, we don't just teach; we build a community where every child has the opportunity to reach their full academic potential. 

We are looking for a dedicated Communication Support Specialist (BSL) to provide vital 1:1 support for a hearing-impaired pupil, ensuring their ambition is never limited by communication barriers.

Dame Janet Primary Academy is on the lookout for an enthusiastic, dedicated, and nurturing Communication Support Specialist (BSL) to join our fantastic team. 

This is more than a job; it is an opportunity to be part of something amazing. You will act as the essential link for a pupil with an Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP), facilitating full inclusion into school life. 

This is  fixed term contract until 31/08/2027

Your Role in Our Community:

*Facilitate Learning: Use your talent in British Sign Language (Level 1 or above) to interpret the curriculum and modify language in real-time. 

*Drive Ambition: Work with teachers to deliver personalised support plans, fostering the pupil’s self-esteem and independence. 

*Enrich Relationships: Facilitate communication between the pupil and their peers, ensuring they are a fully engaged member of our school community. 

*Collaborative Excellence: Partner with a supportive team of educators and external professionals to drive high educational standards.

The ideal Communication Support Specialist (BSL) will be someone who is: 

*Qualified as BSL Level 1 or above (or willingness to complete qualification)

*Empathetic and Possesses a genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers. 

*Resilient and Maintains a calm, fair, and consistent approach in all situations. 

*Ambitious and Committed to raising the achievement of pupils of all abilities.

* Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting.

* Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team.

* Able to contribute to the wider life of the trust.

We know you’re going to do great things as a Communication Support Specialist (BSL), investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is a priority for us.  We can offer you:

* Excellent ongoing CPD and training programs with a wealth of high quality development opportunities for all stages of career

* Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team

* A comprehensive induction programme

* Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance

* The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change

* Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons

* Cycle to work scheme 

* Free eye tests              

* Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

Information about the school

'Readers for life, leaders in life.'

Welcome to Dame Janet - a family school, in the heart of Ramsgate.

Inspired by the children of Ramsgate we are a school on two sites, with a thriving forest school and other outdoor learning opportunities. Dame Janet is a GOOD school really worth finding out more about. Our vision is for every child to develop the skill and the will to become life long readers. Children enjoy a challenging but fun curriculum that prepares them well for their futures. From their earliest days to their last in Year Six, the children make good progress and immerse themselves in our rich curriculum. Children have travelled through time, explored the wonders of the ancient world and fought off monsters; using a range of technology and experiencing learning in different environments. Our provision and our focus on personal development and welfare is outstanding. The whole school is passionately committed to giving pupils a wide range of real-life and enriching experiences and through these the children have gone off to the secondary school of their choice prepared and ready to grow and keep learning.

If you would like to find out more about the school and its work, then please visit or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Mrs Gemma Sherwin (Headteacher)

Job Contact Information

• Name:Gemma Sherwin
• Address:Newington Road, Ramsgate, Kent, CT12 6PR
• Telephone: 01843 591807
• Email: daniel.more@djpa-tkat.org

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