Job Introduction
We appreciate your interest in working with Bradford Council. Here in Bradford, great things happen. A vibrant community, innovative businesses, and institutions make up our large, young, and diverse city. At the heart of the north, the district possesses unmatched potential, a growing pipeline of talent, and an exceptional quality of life. A thriving urban district with award-winning public realm, but two-thirds rural, with beautiful landscapes, and open spaces on its doorstep, the district offers opportunities for leisure and lifestyle.
A dynamic cultural sector is central to Bradford's vision for social and economic inclusion. There is an impressive cultural heritage in the district as well as a diverse and exciting contemporary offer with world-class writers, filmmakers, musicians, artists, and foodies.
We are looking to recruit a Deaf Independence Project worker to provide services as a member of a multi-disciplinary and dynamic Adult Sensory Needs Assessment and Support Service to Deaf and hard of hearing people. To support the delivery of Bradford’s vision for Community Led Support and our Home First strategy, the successful candidate will be skilled and motivated with excellent interpersonal skills and able to work with individuals as well as groups to facilitate and participate in various group work and projects - some around learning and communication, some around social engagement.
The main responsibilities of the post are to work alongside people who are Deaf, hard of hearing, to provide life skills training, assist individuals to develop their existing skills and learn new skills. This includes (for full details of responsibilities, please refer to the job description):
- Facilitate and participate in various group work and projects - some around learning and communication, some around social engagement.
- Provide 1:1 sessions. Link in and have understanding around impact of Deafness, hearing loss and mental health. Support individuals and families to understand impact of Deafness or hearing loss.
- Working with Deaf people to enhance or learn British Sign Language (BSL). Work with families to support in their understanding around Deafness and use of BSL.
- To support Deaf people to safely navigate their communities and the district. To work with Deaf people to enable learning around changes to the district and build confidence to navigate through this.
- Work closely with partner agencies to support Deaf people. To link in with health colleagues, enabling access to primary services, enabling people to be more aware of their rights and how to meet health needs.
- Connect people who are Deaf. Enable social support and learning for those who are Deaf and isolated.
We would like to hear from you if you possess the following skills, experience, and knowledge (for full details of skills, knowledge and experience, please refer to the job description):
- Must have relevant experience of supporting and working with Deaf people.
- BSL stage 2 (CACPD) or native BSL user.
Benefits at Bradford Council:
- The induction process, mentoring, and support of experienced colleagues.
- Support professional development through training.
- Bradford City Council encourages flexibility.
- Generous annual leave allowances.
- Bradford Council offers travel benefits for various modes of transport that are available to employees.
- Fantastic Corporate Clubactive gym discount.
- Our recently introduced employee benefits and shopping discounts scheme ‘Vivup’.
The platform gives you access to:
- Exclusive shopping discounts
- 24/7 employee assistance programme (EAP)
- Free will writing.
Please note: Your working pattern will be 5 days over 7 including evenings, weekends and bank holidays as required by the needs of the service.
An enhanced disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be undertaken for this post.
The Code of Practice on the English language requirement for public sector workers Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 requires that Councils ensure that all candidates applying for customer facing posts must be assessed in order to establish their fluency in English.
The criteria under Special Knowledge and Experience on the Job Profile, which is shown in this advert, outlines what level of fluency you will be expected to demonstrate. Therefore, it is essential that you provide examples in your application.
For further details please contact Shamsun Begum on 01274 435001 or at: shamsun.begum@bradford.gov.uk
Employee Offer
Why work for Bradford Council? Find out why by taking a look at Our Employee Offer.pdf .
Equal Opportunities
We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants.
The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.
