Support Worker – Community & Home Support

Our services have been rated Outstanding by the CQC.

Are you passionate about providing great quality care to Deaf clients with additional needs? Do you believe you can make a real difference by offering person-centred care that enables people to live independently? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

You'll provide personalised care and support to Deaf clients living in their own homes, helping them to live full, independent lives. No two days are the same.

Your role will include:

• Supporting clients in social and leisure activities

• Personal care — washing, bathing, and showering

• Help with mobility

• Supporting clients to prepare meals and assist with shopping

• Helping clients access information

• Supporting and developing communication

• Assisting with household tasks

• Encouraging independence and learning new skills

• Budget planning and managing money

• Teaching transport skills

BSL skills are not essential — full training will be provided for the right candidate.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential:

• Proven experience as a Support Worker and ability to work as part of an established team

• Deaf awareness and a good understanding of individual communication needs

• Empathy and a person-centred approach to support

• A positive attitude to working with Deaf adults and children

• NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (training can be provided)

• British Sign Language Level 1 or above (training can be provided)

Why Join Us

Pay, Leave & Flexibility

• Excellent rates of pay

• 28 days holiday, increasing with long service (5+ years)

• Flexible working hours to support work/life balance

• Pension scheme with employer contributions

• Cycle to work scheme

• Employee discount platform including gift cards and discount codes

Training & Development

• Free structured induction programme

• British Sign Language training and certification

• Personal online Learning and Development portal

• Opportunities to gain sector-specific qualifications

• Leadership and Management Programme

• Ongoing career development support

Support & Recognition

• Free enhanced DBS checks

• Refer a Friend scheme (£75 per referral)

• Employee of the Month, Long Service, and Outstanding Achievement Awards

• Family-friendly organisation

• Fully accessible to Deaf people

How to Apply

Download an application form, or email hr@sea-supportservices.co.uk

All applicants will need to undergo an Enhanced DBS check and provide two references. This post is subject to a satisfactory interview, DBS check, and references.

SEA is an equal opportunities employer committed to providing high-quality, equitable, and accessible services for Deaf and Deafblind people.