Support Worker - Deaf Community (BSL Training)

Deaf Action; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Occupational pension scheme

32 days leave pro rata

Birthday day off

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Cycle to Work Scheme

IT Voucher Scheme

PDR process learning and development

Job summary

Deaf Action is seeking caring, motivated Support Workers to help deaf BSL users in their own homes and communities in Edinburgh and Glasgow. The roles are permanent, part-time (25 hours/week for Edinburgh, 5 hours/week Glasgow). Successful candidates will learn BSL on the job and contribute to independent living for service users.

Experience in care settings is beneficial; training is provided. Driving and access to a car are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting people in their own homes, tenancies or care settings is beneficial.
• Willing to learn and complete on-the-job training.
• BSL knowledge is a bonus; training available.
• Must be able to drive and have access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support in home and community.
• Promote independence and informed choice.
• Maintain documentation and paperwork.
• Work under management guidance and contribute to service development.
• Drive between service users to provide in-home support.

Skills

BSL knowledge

Driving

Communication

Job description

Deaf Action is seeking caring, motivated Support Workers to help deaf BSL users in their own homes and communities in Edinburgh and Glasgow. The roles are permanent, part-time (25 hours/week for Edinburgh, 5 hours/week Glasgow). Successful candidates will learn BSL on the job and contribute to independent living for service users.

Experience in care settings is beneficial; training is provided. Driving and access to a car are essential for this role.