Senior Support Worker (Intervenor) - Hertfordshire

ACTION DEAFNESS; England; On-site; GBP 20,484; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday, increasing to 28 after 5 years

Company Pension Scheme

Sick Pay

Employee Assistance Programme

DBS Enhanced Check

Ongoing training and support

Job summary

A community support organization in Hertfordshire is seeking Senior Support Workers / Intervenors to empower Deafblind individuals. You will work closely with clients to enhance their independence and social skills, receiving specialist training in supporting those with congenital Deafblindness. Opportunities include flexible full-time and part-time roles with competitive pay of £14.87 per hour, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with complex needs.
• Ability to adapt communication methods based on the individual's preferences.
• Commitment to personal and social development.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with children and adults who are congenitally deafblind.
• Promote independence and personal development.
• Assist with personal care and community access.

Skills

Full UK driving license

Communication skills

Ability to support independence

Job description

Senior Support Worker / Intervenor - Hertfordshire

Senior Support Worker / Intervenor - Hertfordshire

Looking for a new challenge?

We are looking for Senior Support Workers / Intervenors to join our growing team in Hertfordshire.

Our Intervenors work 1:1 with children and adults who were born deafblind, known as congenital Deafblindness, often with other complex needs, working with them and their family or carers to develop a way of communicating.

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

You will receive specialist training in how to support individuals who are congenitally deafblind, often combined with other disabilities.

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

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 their sensory needs, communication preferences and interests.

Personal care and hygiene.

Community access for shopping, social activities or other trips.

What we offer:

Hourly rate for this role is £14.87 per hour.

Various working patterns to help you achieve a good work / life balance.

23 days holiday per annum, increasing to 28 days after 5 years’ service.

1 Wellbeing Day per year.

Company Pension Scheme.

Sick Pay.

Employee Assistance Programme.

A DBS Enhanced Check.

A detailed induction to the company and the role.

Skilled and supportive team-working.

Ongoing training and support.

Progression opportunities at a Deaf-led organisation.

A rewarding role where your contributions truly matter!

Roles:

We have both full time and part time roles available with a variety of working patterns.

Please see the Job Description and links below to further information regarding the roles available.

If you are interested in joining our Intervenor team, please email your CV to [e-mail] or complete the application form below.

For more information about Action Deafness and our mission, feel free to take a look around our website.

Together, let’s empower Deaf peopleto lead fulfilling lives!