Full or part time post (Ref no. DCN072025)
We are continuing to develop and grow our services and are seeking committed and flexible individuals to join our Support Service.
Salary: £24,627 per year
Hours: 37 hours per week (full-time), includes some evenings and weekends.
Office base: Sandwell Deaf Community Association, West Bromwich, West Midlands.
The focus of this post is:
To deliver person-centred support, ranging from emotional to practical, meeting the needs and communication requirements of individuals, to ensure opportunities are not limited and individuals are at the centre of their support. We support and empower people to maximise their independence, acquire new skills and fulfil their potential. We work throughout Sandwell and the Black Country.
Experience:
Experience and understanding of Deaf people who have additional and complex needs is required.
Requirements:
Level 2 Certificate in British Sign Language or equivalent native user BSL skills.
Driving Licence/own vehicle.
Willingness to undertake study to further BSL language skills and any other post specific training.
Desirable:
Certificate in Social Care
NVQ in Health & Social Care Level 2
What does the role involve?
Provide support to service users within their home and the wider community whilst accessing a range of services.
This post is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Employment will be subject to references and a DBS clearance.
Why work for SDCA?
At SDCA we support and encourage the development of our staff, we offer many opportunities for advancement and job satisfaction. Over the past 22 years SDCA has continued to grow in size and continues to respond to the needs of our local Deaf community by delivering high quality services.
Benefits:
28 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
Additional leave after 5 years’ service
Workplace pension
Health plan
Supervision and training
Paid time to attend medical appointments
Apple equipment
To request an application pack or to discuss the position further, please contact our recruitment team. We will accept a CV.
Email: [email protected]
Mobile/SMS/Video: 07885 913225
Closing date for applications is: Wednesday 13th August 2025
Registered Charity No.1124084
www.sdca.co.uk
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £24,627.00 per year
Expected hours: 37 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
Shift:
- Day shift
Work days:
- Monday to Friday
Language:
- British Sign Language (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: DCN072025
