Support Worker BD17 MS

Support Options Team at Bradford MDC; West Yorkshire; Presencial; GBP 18.000 - 20.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

DBS check funded by employer

Descripción de la vacante

Support Options Team at Bradford MDC seeks a Personal Assistant to support a Deaf young man in developing independence and community participation. You will provide practical support, companionship, and encouragement while promoting wellbeing and safety.

The role requires patient, reliable individuals who can build trust and work evenings or daytime on Tuesdays and Thursdays; BSL skills are desirable and DBS checks are funded by the employer.

Formación

• Experience supporting adults with disabilities or communication needs.
• Patience, reliability and a positive attitude.
• Ability to build a trusting and professional relationship.
• Willingness to learn British Sign Language (BSL).

Responsabilidades

• Access community and leisure activities for the client.
• Develop confidence and independence.
• Build and maintain social connections.
• Attend appointments and activities as required.
• Explore opportunities within the local community.
• Maintain safety while encouraging independence.

Conocimientos

Patience

Reliability

Positive attitude

Motivation

Descripción del empleo

Salary: The hourly rate is £12.71 per hour but could rise after probationary period and experience in BSL to £14.50 per hour

This is a Deaf young man, he requires support (no continence issues) to develop independence, access his local community, and take part in activities of his choice. The role involves providing practical support, companionship and encouragement while promoting independence and wellbeing.

Main Duties

The Personal Assistant will support Mark to:

• Access community and leisure activities.
• Develop confidence and independence.
• Build and maintain social connections.
• Attend appointments and activities where required.
• Explore opportunities within the local community.
• Maintain safety whilst encouraging independence.

Additional Information

Public transport Bus & Train are easily accessible from his home address

This post would be subject to DBS check (at our expense)

The successful applicant will:

• Be patient, reliable and have a positive attitude.
• Have experience of supporting adults with disabilities, learning disabilities or communication needs.
• Be able to build a trusting and professional working relationship.
• Support access to community activities, appointments and social opportunities.
• Assist with developing daily living skills and independence.
• Be available primarily on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
• Have a good sense of humour and be able to motivate and encourage participation in activities.

Desirable

• British Sign Language (BSL) skills level 1+ or a willingness to learn.
• Experience supporting vulnerable adults.

Rate of PayThe hourly rate is £12.71 per hour but could rise after probationary period and experience in BSL to £14.50 per hour