Independent Living Support Worker British Sign Language

Percy Hedley Foundation; Newcastle; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Percy Hedley Foundation seeks a qualified Independent Living Support Worker to provide exceptional care for young individuals with developmental disabilities in Newcastle. This full-time role includes supporting daily living tasks and fostering independence. Candidates must have a BSL qualification and a positive attitude towards helping others achieve their potential.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to a rewards scheme

Contributory Pension Scheme

Induction and ongoing training

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Must hold a BSL qualification.
• Enthusiastic, friendly, and a great team player required.
• Ability to support individuals in daily living tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for everyday living tasks including cooking and cleaning.
• Organize social activities and support health appointments.
• Ensure a person-centered approach in the delivery of care.

Skills

Nursing Home Experience

Developmental Disabilities Experience

Computer Operation

Experience with Children

Caregiving

Education

BSL qualification

Job description

Independent Living Support Worker British Sign Language

The Role

We are looking to appoint a new team of qualified BSL (British Sign Language) Independent Living Support Workers this is an exciting opportunity to help build our BSL ISL Provision and provide excellent support. Due to the demands of the service we are only looking for candidates who hold a BSL qualification

The property is a 2 bedroom home located in a residential area in Newcastle a short walk from the City Centre St James Park the Town Moore and Leazes Park as well as local transport services which opens up the whole of the North East to the people we support. There is also parking available.

Our BSL Independent Supported Living scheme is a home for 2 young individuals who are leaving college and require support with everyday living tasks cooking cleaning organising fun social activities support to health appointments and to live as independently as possible.

You will need to be enthusiastic friendly enjoy your work and have a positive outlook on life and a real desire to help people achieve their goals and reach their full potential.

A great team player who is flexible organised and has the skills to work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the people we support receive the highest level of care is required. Being able to adapt and respond to evolving situations with a personcentred approach is essential for an independent living scheme.

We would love to hear from you and welcome all applications.

Please click here for the job description.

Who We Are

The Percy Hedley Foundation is one of the largest regional charities supporting people with a range of learning and physical needs. We take a person centred flexible approach to the care and support we provide.

We work towards excellence every day and our team members are committed to delivering the very best outcomes for the people we support. Our dynamic and flexible service is tailored to the specific needs of the individual making it easier to live learn and be part of a world adapting to change.

Why Work for Us

At Percy Hedley we encourage career development and progression. We run a robust training programme and also have development opportunities across the wider Foundation.

We also offer the following benefits to staff :

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (prorated for parttime staff)
• Access to a rewards scheme designed to on shopping
• Contributory Pension Scheme (Contributions can be matched up to 5.
• Induction and ongoing training
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wellbeing support (including occupational health physio services and counselling services)

Click here for more information on the benefits available : are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants should be aware that the post will only be offered to successful candidates subject to an Enhanced DBS and barring checks as well as other employment clearances such as referencing in line with our regulators legislation requirements.

Please note that this role is classed as regulated activity as it involves working directly with children and / or vulnerable adults. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records selfdeclaration form prior to interview and all candidates will be subject to an online check prior to interview.

Please note it is an offence to apply for this role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and the Percy Hedley Foundation has the right to respond appropriately.

As a disability confident employer who is registered and accredited by the scheme we would encourage all applications but please reach out if you require any guidance or support in your application.

Please access the following link for our vulnerable adults protection policy :

Adult Safeguarding Policy

This recruitment is ongoing therefore the vacancy will close when a suitable applicant has been appointed.

Key Skills

Nursing Home Experience,Developmental Disabilities Experience,Direct Support,Computer Operation,Caregiving,Case Management,Special Needs,Training & Development,Child Protective Services,Experience with Children,Word Processing,Addiction Counseling

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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