Senior Support Worker (Intervenor) – South West Hertfordshire
Role: Senior Support Worker (internally known as Intervenors)
Location: South West Hertfordshire Area: Watford | Bushey
Rate: £14.87 per hour
Looking for a new challenge?
We are now looking for Senior Support Workers (Intervenors) to join our Intervenor Service in the Hertfordshire area, working across various locations such as Watford and Bushey.
Our Intervenors work 1:1 with children and adults who were born deafblind known as congenital Deafblindness, often with other complex needs, working with them and their family or carers to develop a way of communicating.
Intervenors promote personal and social development whilst encouraging independence through enabling access to activities.
You will receive specialist training in how to support individuals who are congenitally deafblind, often combined with other disabilities.
A full valid driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential for these roles.
Roles:
* (Adults) Watford – 4 hours per week
Would you like to support an adult to access their local community, attend their work experience and develop their life skills ready for the next stages of life. If so, we have an individual in the Watford area looking for support once a week for 4hrs.
* (Adult) Bushey – 3 hours per week
We have an adult who would like support one afternoon per week to access their local town to spend time in social settings where they can enjoy a social meal whilst experiencing their surroundings. They also enjoy being supported to social gatherings such as a bowling activity. If you feel this is a support area of interest to you, please do get in touch.
Benefits of working with us:
* Rate: £14.87 per hour
* Various working patterns to help you achieve a good work / life balance
* 23 days holiday per annum, increasing to 28 days after 5 years’ service
* 1 Wellbeing Day per year
* Company Pension Scheme
* Sick Pay
* Employee Assistance Programme: free counselling, wellbeing support, legal and financial advice, discounts and perks
* A DBS Enhanced Check
* Ongoing training and support
* Progression opportunities at a Deaf-led organisation
* Detailed induction to the company and the role
* Skilled and supportive team-working
* Rewarding role where your contributions truly matter!
Why work with us?
* Make a direct impact: Help individuals achieve their goals and enhance their quality of life through tailored support.
* Be part of a caring community: Work alongside a passionate and collaborative team that values diversity and inclusion
* Develop your skills: Receive ongoing training and professional development opportunities to help you grow in your role.
If you are interested in joining our team, please email your CV to hr@actiondeafness.org.uk or complete the application form below.
For more information about Action Deafness and our mission, feel free to take a look around our website.
Together, let’s empower Deaf people to lead fulfilling lives!
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