Support Worker - Deaf Community

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
This role requires native British Sign Language usage or a minimum Signature Level 2 as it is a deaf service.
We have fantastic new opportunities to join us and support our d/Deaf service users in Blackburn.
We are looking for confident Care & Support Workers with the passion to both deliver outstanding care, alongside play a role in empowering d/Deaf service users to access the same recovery opportunities as their hearing peers.
Note: We are also able to offer BSL Signature Level 2 training within our nearby Bury Dunes Hospital for candidates who are passionate about building a career within our d/Deaf services.
You will be working Full time (42 hours per week) across a mixed shift pattern of 3/4 12 hour shifts per weekwith a focus on supporting our d/Deaf (profound, severe, partial or hard of hearing) service users with mental health needs, inside our new Deaf community step down setting in Blackburn.
About the service:
Vincent Court is a five-bed community rehabilitation (level 1) service for deaf men who have been able to progress through the hospital pathway at Cygnet Bury Dunes (Bridgehampton Ward).
We also accept referrals from other high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) services, other Low Secure services as well as directly from the community.
We offer a safe, comfortable and homely setting that enables individuals to focus on their continued recovery and transition back into a successful and more independent lifestyle with the advantage of continuing to access the same multi-disciplinary team (MDT) at Cygnet Bury Dunes (Bridgehampton Ward).
About you:
?You may be d/Deaf yourself.

Have experience working or living with Deaf people before.

You can sign in BSL

Qualified in Signature BSL to a minimum of Level 2 or willing to gain this accreditation through us.

As a person you are a strong worker and team player.

Are looking to help support d/Deaf people.

Have an interest in helping d/Deaf people with mental health problems.

Your day-to-day
Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care

Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support

Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way

Assist with medical & welfare needs

Report on medical & welfare needs as required

Safeguard

Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? Well offer you
Salary: £14.13 per hour

Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme

Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime

Regular coaching & appraisal

Expert supervision & peer support

Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme

A career at Cygnet comes with excellent benefits. Whether its saving you money on the high street, with healthcare, holidays & leisure or securing your future with professional development and a pension we support you to be happy both in & out of work.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check
Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
What next?
If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.
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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Mellor

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

17-09-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English