Support Worker - British Sign Language / BSL

Additional Resources; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Wellbeing support

Contributory Pension Scheme

Induction and ongoing training

Blue Light Card

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Loyalty awards starting at 2 years'

Nexus Travel Card access

Job summary

Additional Resources is seeking a Support Worker to assist individuals with disabilities and additional needs. You will provide practical and personal care, helping people maintain independence and participate in daily activities.

This full-time role (part-time considered) offers a salary of £30,170 per annum and benefits, including training, pension and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• BSL qualification is required.
• Flexibility to work both days and nights.
• Level 2 literacy and numeracy qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Providing practical and personal care to individuals.
• Promoting independence, social inclusion and daily participation.
• Maintaining accurate care records and reporting incidents.

Skills

Flexibility

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

BSL qualification

Level 2 Literacy and Numeracy

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Support Worker to join a respected charitable organisation supporting individuals with disabilities and additional needs.

As a Support Worker, you will provide practical and personal care, enabling individuals to maintain independence, make choices and participate in everyday activities.

This full-time role (part-time will be considered) offers salary of £30,170 per annum (£15.60 per hour) and benefits.

You will be responsible for:

• Supporting individuals with daily activities, personal care and independent living.
• Promoting social inclusion, community participation and personal development.
• Administering medication and following care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.
• Maintaining accurate care records and reporting incidents promptly.
• Liaising with families, healthcare professionals and other relevant services.
• Accompanying individuals on outings and maintaining health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Supporting colleagues and ensuring consistent, high-quality care.
• Performing other duties as required.

What we are looking for:

• A valid British Sign Language (BSL) qualification.
• Must be flexible to work both days and nights.
• Level 2 qualifications in Literacy and Numeracy.
• Comfortable with lone working, providing personal care and supporting individuals with behaviours of concern, epilepsy and dysphagia, training will be provided.
• Willingness to accompany individuals to day services and activities and provide support at home.
• Right to work in the UK.

The candidates from the following background will be considered:

• BSL Support Worker
• Support Worker
• Keyworker
• Care worker
• Care Assistant
• Supported Living Worker
• Care Assistant
• Support Practitioner
• Care Practitioner
• Care Worker
• Caregiver
• or in a similar role.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary
• 28 days holiday
• Wellbeing support
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Induction and ongoing training
• Access to Blue Light Card
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Loyalty awards starting at 2 years' service
• Access to discounted Nexus Travel Corporate Pop Card