ocation: North Hertfordshire Area: Stevenage | Ware | Hitchin

Rate: £14.87 per hour

Hours: Various (More details below)

Looking for a new challenge?

Work with Action Deafness and make a real difference to the lives of people we support and their families.

We are now looking for Casual Support Workers (Intervenors) to join our Intervenor Service in the Hertfordshire area, working across various locations such as Stevenage, Ware & Hitchin.

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.

This role might include supporting people with:

• Day to day activities led by the person you’ll be supporting.
• Enabling an independent lifestyle.
• Accessing a variety of different activities in their home based around their sensory needs, communication preferences and interests.
• Personal care and hygiene.
• Community access for shopping, social activities or other trips.

A full valid driving license and access to a vehicle are essential for these roles.

Roles:

(Child) Stevenage – 4 hours per week

We have one child in Stevenage who requires support twice a week for 2 hours each visit.

You will be working towards supporting the child to enable them to enjoy play and learning through sensory based activities whilst gaining new skills and having fun!

(Adult) Hitchin – 3 hours per week 

Do you have access to the Hitchin area to support a young lady who enjoys art and socialising? If you do and have 3 hours free per week, we would love to hear from you! It would be great if you also have existing knowledge of British Sign Language but if not, then support will be given – more importantly, we are looking for someone interested in supporting an individual to participate in a variety of activities and to enable them to have a social outlet.

(Adult) Hitchin – 4 hours per week 

We have a second person requiring support in the Hitchin area. They enjoy using their support time to access their local library to explore talking books of interest. They have an interest in building model forms of transport, woodwork and the construction side of building. They also enjoy socialising, meeting new people and partaking in activities such as bowling and shopping. If you feel you would be suited to supporting someone to maintain their hobbies, expand their social circle and develop their independence please do get in touch.

(Young person) Ware – 4 hours per week

We have a young adult who likes to have support to build their independence skills around the home with tasks such as cooking and out in the community with their mobility to increase their own independence. They have an interest in the gym, socialising and trying new things. Do you have up to 4 hours per week to support this young person to have different experiences?

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!