Jobs

Posted 24 days ago

We are now looking for Support Workers / Intervenors to join our Intervenor Service in the North London area, working across various locations such as Enfield, Waltham Cross & Watford. Intervenors promote personal and social development whilst encouraging independence through enabling access to activities.

For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Sense are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.

We will Provide 1:1 support to children and adults who have been born with sight and hearing impairments – known as congenital Deafblindness. Intervenors promote personal and social development whilst encouraging independence through enabling access to activities. This role might include supporting people with: Day to day activities led by the person you'll be supporting. Enabling an independent lifestyle. To support individuals within their homes to access a variety of different activities based around theuir sensory needs, communication preferences and interests. Personal care and hygiene. Going into the community for shopping, social activities or other trips.

We’re looking for enthusiastic applicants who: A level of energy that will complement our team and the individuals we support. Portray a polite and friendly manner. Committed to our values, respect, choice, dignity and listening/ understanding. A good team member and ability to use own initiative. Positive, with a can-do attitude. Caring and empathetic. Passionate about enhancing other people’s lives. Willing to attend training as needed to support you in your role and complete the intervenor pathway, which may initially mean some extra hours. Flexible with time and happy to complete overtime when available.

24 days of annual leave. Matched pension contributions up to 5%. Free life assurance policy. Cashback and discounts on high street brands (and 10% off at Sense charity shops!). Cycle to work scheme. Travel season ticket loans. Enhanced sick pay. Free DBS check if your role needs one. A £350 refer-a-friend scheme. Free access to over 100 online and face-to-face training courses, including the care certificate. Ongoing development opportunities.

verity.rogers@sense.org.uk