Casual Support Worker / Intervenor - Hemel Hempstead

Sense; Watford, Waltham Cross; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A national disability charity in Watford is seeking Support Workers/Intervenors to provide essential 1:1 support to individuals with deafblindness. Ideal candidates will empower clients through engaging activities, assisting with communication, and personal care. No prior experience is necessary as full training will be provided. This role offers flexible hours and a rewarding experience helping those with complex disabilities.

Benefits

24 days of annual leave

Matched pension contributions up to 5%

Free life assurance policy

Cashback on high street brands

Cycle to work scheme

Travel season ticket loans

Enhanced sick pay

Free DBS check

£350 refer-a-friend scheme

Free access to training courses

Qualifications

• Full UK driving license with the use of your own vehicle is essential.
• No professional care experience required, training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to individuals with dual-sensory impairments.
• Encourage personal and social development.
• Assist with day-to-day activities and personal care.

Skills

Experience in British Sign Language

Communication skills

Ability to promote independence

Job description

Looking for a new challenge?

We are now looking for Support Workers / Intervenors to join our Intervenor Service in the Hertfordshire area , working across the area of Hemel Hempstead.

We will Provide 1 : 1 support to children and adults who have been born with sight and hearing impairments – known as congenital Deafblindness.

Intervenors promote personal and social development whilst encouraging independence through enabling access to activities.

You will receive specialist training in how to support individuals that have dual-sensory impairments, often combined with other disabilities. So you do not require any existing professional care experience!

It is essential for you to have a full UK license with the use of your own vehicle.

We are currently recruiting for bank / relief Intervenor's. There may be an opportunity for permanent roles where required across the service, based on the needs of the individual / ’s we support. The following hours are are currently available in Hemel Hempstead, but may be subject to change. You can ask the team more about Bank / Relief work at interview.

(Adults) Hemel Hempstead – 2 hours per week

We have an individual in the Hemel Hempstead area who requires a fun skilled member of staff to support their engagement in a variety of activities at home. They want someone to introduce them to new ways of developing their communication skills,if you already have some experience in British Sign Language we would like to hear from you, or if you would be happy to gain new communication skills yourself as part of supporting someone!

(Adult) Hemel Hempstead – 3 hours per week

We have an adult in Hemel Hempstead who enjoys being social, chatting, joining social groups and visiting the shops, they are currently developing their British Sign Language skills and would like someone who enjoys chatting to support them once a week for 3hrs.

(Young person) Hemel Hempstead – 3 hours per week

We have a young person in the Hemel Hempstead area who would like support once week for 3hrs to access their local community to try different activities and develop skills such as travel training. Is this an area you could support with?

This role might include supporting people with :

• Day to day activities led by the person you'll be supporting.
• Enabling an independent lifestyle.
• To support individuals within their homes to access a variety of different activities based around theuir sensory needs, communication preferences and interests.
• Personal care and hygiene.
• Going into the community for shopping, social activities or other trips.

Why work for Sense?

Sense is a national disability charity supporting everyone who is deafblind or has complex disabilities. We believe everyone should be able to take part in life, no matter their disability.

Our work empowers thousands of people who are deafblind or have complex disabilities to communicate, experience the world and fulfil their potential.

Work at Sense can be demanding and so isn’t for everyone, but it is also incredibly rewarding and valuable. Take a look at the video below to see why we do what we do.

Benefits

• 24 days of annual leave.
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%.
• Free life assurance policy.
• Cashback and discounts on high street brands (and 10% off at Sense charity shops!).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Free DBS check if your role needs one.
• A £350 refer-a-friend scheme.
• Free access to over 100 online and face-to-face training courses, including the care certificate.
• Ongoing development opportunities.

Ready to make a difference?