Deaf Role Model - DGA12546

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority council in Scotland seeks a Deaf Role Model to work part-time, supporting deaf children across various schools. Ideal candidates will have strong BSL skills and experience in educational settings. This permanent role offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package supporting employee wellbeing, including discounts and pension scheme membership.

Benefits

Employee discounts platform

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Extended experience working with pupils, preferably with additional support needs.
• Confident and fluent BSL user.
• Desirable lived experience related to deaf culture.

Responsibilities

• Raise awareness of deaf culture and promote positive attitudes towards deafness.
• Work in schools across Dumfries and Galloway.
• Support deaf children and young people in their educational needs.

Skills

British Sign Language (BSL)

Working with pupils with additional support needs

Understanding challenges faced by deaf children

Education

SCQF level 4 (or equivalent) in Maths and English

Job description

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Deaf Role Model
Dumfries

£12,874.67 - £13,729.81

You will be required to work 16.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.

The Deaf Education Service, within Supporting Learners are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Deaf Role Model to their team. This post is offered on a permanent basis and is peripatetic in nature. Although based in Dumfries, the postholder will work in schools across Dumfries and Galloway. Applications are welcomed from those looking for both full and part time hours.

This is a unique opportunity to raise awareness of deaf culture and promote positive attitudes towards deafness and inclusive communication and make a difference in the lives of deaf children and young people.

Applicants must have extended experience of working with pupils preferably with additional support needs and be committed to removing barriers to learning for deaf pupils. Applicants must be educated to SCQF level 4 (or equivalent) in Maths and English. You must be a confident and fluent BSL user and understand the challenges faced by deaf children and young people. It would be desirable to have lived experience.

A current driving licence is an essential requirement of this post. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council. Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.

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With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

For further information and an informal discussion, please contact Clare Clanachan, Supporting Learners Manager by emailing [e-mail] or David Rossi, PT ASL by emailing [e-mail]