Hearing Support Specialist | Empower Children to Thrive

Barnsley Council; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term Time working

Flexible/ Agile working

Job summary

Barnsley Council in Barnsley is recruiting a Specialist Support Worker for the Hearing Support Service to help children and young people aged 0-25. You will work with advisory teachers to plan and deliver interventions that build independence and positive outcomes.

The role requires excellent communication, travel to schools and homes, and a willingness to develop skills in BSL. An enhanced DBS check is required. This is a permanent post with term-time working and agile options.

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting children with hearing loss
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to train in British Sign Language (BSL) or hold a BSL qualification

Responsibilities

• Work with advisory teachers to meet needs of children and young people aged 0–25
• Plan and deliver interventions to develop independence and outcomes
• Support access to learning, social activities and daily living skills
• Travel to schools, settings and homes within the community

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BSL qualification or willingness to train

Job description

Barnsley Council in Barnsley is recruiting a Specialist Support Worker for the Hearing Support Service to help children and young people aged 0-25. You will work with advisory teachers to plan and deliver interventions that build independence and positive outcomes.

The role requires excellent communication, travel to schools and homes, and a willingness to develop skills in BSL. An enhanced DBS check is required. This is a permanent post with term-time working and agile options.