Job Description:

About the role

SEA Support Services is looking for a caring, patient and reliable Male Support Worker to support a 5-year-old Deaf boy living in the Preston area.

He is inquisitive, friendly and enjoys exploring and learning. He enjoys activities such as nature, books and spending time out and about.

He communicates using BSL, home signs and gestures, so a Support Worker who can communicate clearly and confidently with him is essential.

What you will be supporting with

• Supporting communication using BSL, signs and gestures

• Community access and activities

• Social activities and play

• Supporting his daily routines

• Household tasks

• Sensory activities

• Travel and getting out into the community

• Encouraging learning and independence

• Supporting him to take part in activities he enjoys

About the person

He has autism and mental health needs and benefits from a calm, structured and positive approach.

When he is happy, he may show this through smiling and thumbs up. When he is unhappy or overwhelmed, he may become more unsettled.

Support should focus on de-escalation and distraction, following the strategies outlined in his PBS plan.

Safety awareness is particularly important, including self-safety and awareness around colleagues and the surrounding environment.

What we are looking for

You should:

• Be male, in line with the client's support requirements

• Be a confident BSL user

• Be Deaf-aware

• Have experience supporting children or people with autism

• Be patient, calm and reliable

• Be comfortable following structured routines and support plans

• Understand the importance of clear and consistent communication

• Be able to use distraction and de-escalation strategies when needed

• Have a full UK driving licence

• Have access to suitable transport for the role

Experience with autism, sensory needs, PBS or positive behaviour support would be desirable.

Start date: ASAP

There may be opportunities for additional work locally depending on availability.

Training and support

Full training will be provided where needed. You will also receive guidance around the individual's communication, routines and support strategies.

Why work for SEA Support Services?

At SEA Support Services, we provide person-centred support to Deaf people and people with additional needs.

We believe in supporting people with choice, independence, respect, equality and access.

If you are a patient and caring BSL user who would enjoy supporting a young person to learn, explore and enjoy his day, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join SEA Support Services.

We offer.

• Flexible working to promote work/life balance.

• Family Friendly organisation

• Free enhanced DBS checks and clearances*

• Ongoing career development to support you in achieving your ambitions.

• Refer a Friend incentive scheme of £75 per referral*

• 28 days holiday

• Additional annual leave entitlement for long service (over 5 years)

• Free structured and supported induction to get you off to a flying start!

• Personal online Learning and Development portal.

• British Sign Language training and certification.

• Opportunity to gain sector-specific qualifications and to join our Leadership and Management Programme

• Discounts platform for permanent staff, including gift cards, discount codes and other benefits.

• Pension - we contribute to your retirement fund.

• Recognition and Reward Schemes including Long Service, Employee of the Month and Outstanding Achievement Awards

• Cycle to work scheme.

• Employee discount schemes

The post is subject to a satisfactory interview, DBS check and 2 references.

For an application form and job description, please contact hr@sea-supportservices.co.uk or download the application form from the website www.sea-supportservices.co.uk.

SEA is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing services which improve access and quality of life to D/deaf and deafblind people.

Job Types: Part-time, Full-time