Location: Central Hertfordshire: St Albans | Welwyn Garden City

Rate: £14.87 per hour

Hours: Various (More details below)

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 St Albans & Welwyn Garden City.

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 license and access to a vehicle are essential for these roles.

Roles:

(Adult) St Albans – 2 hours per week 

Looking to help someone live the life they choose? Are you in or able to access the St Albans area for 2-4hrs per week.

We have an individual who requires a tactile sensory approach who enjoys sensory activities and problem solving through puzzles, they also enjoy being independent with support to manage daily tasks such as making their own drinks and snacks.

(Child) St Albans – 8 hours per week

You will be working towards supporting the children to enable them to enjoy play and learning through the development of everyday skills such as turn-taking and gaining independence in new environments.

One child requires support up to twice a week for 4hrs after school, these 4hrs would be delivered via 2 visits per week for 2hrs each.

The second child requires support twice a week, for 2hrs per visit, they enjoy exploring their own vocalisations, intensive interaction and exploring toys and how they operate.

(Young Adult) Welwyn Garden City – 6 hours per week

We have a young adult who requires support in the half terms in the Welwyn Garden City Area, they enjoy pampering sessions, cooking and trying new activities. If you already have experience with Braille, or if you are interested in learning about Braille, we would like to hear from you.

(Child) Welwyn Garden city – 2 to 4 hours per week

Within this post you will provide support up to 6 hours per week, depending on your suitability / availability. You will be working on a 1:1 basis, supporting a child who requires support every weekend for 4hrs. They are also looking for support for 2hrs after school, during the weekdays.  Do you have an interest for the approach of intensive interaction, do you have a flare for sensory activities and promoting communication through pictures/photos.

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?

At Action Deafness, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and inclusive environment that empowers our team members to thrive. By joining us, you will:

• 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.

Apply now!

If you are interested in joining our team, please email your CV to [email protected] 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!