Support Worker
MERSEYSIDE SOCIETY FOR DEAF PEOPLE
22,932 per year
Merseyside Area
Full-time
20th April 2026
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SUPPORT WORKER MERSEYSIDE AREA Hours: Contract: Salary: Full-time, 35 hours per week Permanent £22,932 per annum Are you passionate about making a difference? Merseyside Society for Deaf People is looking for a Support Worker to join our friendly team, where you will provide vital support to Deaf and Deaf-Blind adults living in Liverpool, Wirral and Sefton. You will deliver a person-centred service that helps make everyday life easier for our clients, supporting them in their homes and communities. If you are dedicated, compassionate, and excited about this rewarding role, we'd love to receive an application from you! Applicants must know British Sign Language or use BSL as a 1st language. Experience in Deaf Blind communication will be an advantage, or applicants must have a willingness to learn. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, in particular we encourage applications from male candidates with relevant experience or backgrounds to work with our Deaf Blind male clients. The successful candidate will: • Support and empower clients to live independently in the community • Support clients with their individual needs as per their support plans • Support clients with shopping • Assist clients with accessing services and activities • Assist clients with translation of letters and telephone calls. Essential Criteria for this role: • Cheerful and patient attitude to working with clients • Excellent interpersonal skills • British Sign Language skills • Understanding of safeguarding Desirable Criteria for this role: • Experienced in Deafblind communication skills • BSL Level 2 qualification • Driver with access to a car, which is insured for business use Being an MSDP employee you will receive: • Training and development opportunities • 28 Days of Annual Leave increasing to 33 days per year after 5 years’ service (pro-rata for part-time employees) • DBS Certificate • Sick Pay • Medicash Employee Assistance Programme • Pension Scheme. For further information on this role please contact: recruitment@msdp.org.uk The application pack can be found at https://www.msdp.org.uk/vacancies/ Closing Date: 11:59pm, Monday 20th April 2026 For further information about Merseyside Society for Deaf People check out our website: www.msdp.org.uk