Independent Living Support Worker – British Sign Language (BSL)

Pin Point Recruitment; North East; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Une agence de recrutement recherche des Independent Living Support Workers pour assister des jeunes adultes dans leurs transitions vers la vie autonome. Les candidats idéaux doivent avoir de bonnes compétences en communication, être flexibles et prêts à suivre une formation BSL. Avec un salaire compétitif et des opportunités d'évolution de carrière, ce poste représente une chance unique de contribuer à une service axé sur BSL dans une maison accueillante à Newcastle.

Benefits

Jours de congé + jours fériés

Formation continue

Opportunités de progression de carrière

Qualifications

• Doit être enthousiaste et centré sur la personne.
• Capacité à travailler en équipe et de manière flexible.
• Expérience dans le soutien aux individus ayant des handicaps souhaitable.

Responsibilities

• Assister les jeunes adultes dans les tâches de la vie quotidienne.
• Encourager les activités sociales et communautaires.
• Former une équipe axée sur le service BSL.

Skills

Compétences en communication

Fiabilité

Passion pour le support

Education

Certificat BSL Niveau 1 (formation fournie)

Job description

Independent Living Support Worker – British Sign Language (BSL)

Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

Job Type

Full Time

Workspace

Onsite

Independent Living Support Worker – British Sign Language (BSL)

Location: Spital Tongues, Newcastle upon Tyne

Contract Type: Permanent | Full & part-time considered

£12.72 per hour (rising to £15.01 per hour upon BSL qualification)

About the Role

We’re looking to build a new team of BSL (British Sign Language) Independent Living Support Workers to deliver exceptional care and support in a newly developed Independent Supported Living (ISL) scheme for two young adults.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape a BSL-focused service that supports individuals transitioning from college into independent living. You’ll assist with daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, attending health appointments, and encouraging social and community activities.

What We’re Looking For

Passionate, enthusiastic, and person-centred individuals

Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude

Flexible and reliable team players

Willingness to complete BSL Level 1 (full training provided)

Experience supporting individuals with disabilities is desirable

About the Home

The service is a two-bedroom house in a quiet residential area in Newcastle , within walking distance of the City Centre, St James’ Park, and Leazes Park, with excellent public transport links and on-site parking.

Why Work With Us

Competitive pay with BSL bonus on qualification

20 days holiday + bank holidays (pro-rata)

Ongoing training & BSL qualification support

Career progression opportunities

Pension scheme & Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing services (Occupational Health, physio, counselling)

Cycle to Work Scheme & staff discounts

This is a regulated activity role requiring an Enhanced DBS check

All candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-declaration and undergo online pre-employment checks

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer

Apply now – recruitment is ongoing and the vacancy will close once a suitable candidate is appointed.