British Sign Language Support Worker Roles - Deaf Services £29,120 p.a.
17 hours ago
Plymouth
Take the next step in your career now, scroll down to read the full role description and make your application. Pioneering Independence is a leading provider of supported living services for individuals with diverse abilities. We are committed to empowering individuals to live fulfilling lives in their own homes while receiving the support they need. We are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate staff members who are part of the Deaf Community or possses British Sign Language (BSL) skills to join our team to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Your lived experience brings immense value, and we believe it can help foster a deeper understanding, empathy and connection in the support we offer. As a British Sign Language Support Worker, you will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of individuals. Your primary responsibility will be to provide support to individuals in their own homes, ensuring they have the necessary assistance to lead independent and meaningful lives. While specific duties may vary from person to person, your core responsibilities will include: • Building strong, supportive relationships with the individuals you assist., • Supporting the individual during the night with their support needs., • Providing personal care and assistance with living activities, as required., • Assisting with household tasks such as meal preparation, cleaning, and laundry., • Using British Sign Language (BSL) to communicate effectively with individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing., • Adhering to all care plans, guidelines, and protocols., • Documenting and reporting on individual progress and any concerns to the team., • Proficiency in British Sign Language (BSL) - a minimum of BSL Level 2 is required, However if you currently hold a Level 1 qualification and are committed to developing your BSL skills we may be able to offer training or support to help you achieve Level 2., • Compassion and empathy for individuals with disabilities., • Strong communication skills, both in BSL and written/verbal English., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team., • Patience and adaptability to meet the unique needs of each individual., • Casual dress, • Company pension, • Employee discount, • Life insurance, • Referral programme