Job Title: Specialist Support Professional – Deaf (SSP-D)
Location: Aberystwyth University, Ceredigion
Job Type: Flexible Hours / Self-Employed
Description: We are seeking a passionate and experienced Specialist Support Professional – Deaf (SSP-D) to join our team nationwide. As a Specialist Support Professional, you will play a crucial role in supporting deaf students to achieve their goals and reach their full potential.
Role Responsibilities:
- Assess the communication and support needs of Deaf individuals and develop personalized support plans.
- Provide one-to-one assistance, including British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation and communication support.
- Offer guidance on accessing services, information, and adaptive technology that promotes independence.
- Work with students and families to develop effective communication strategies.
- Collaborate with other professionals, such as healthcare workers, educational staff, and therapists, to ensure comprehensive support.
- Maintain a flexible approach to working hours to meet individual needs.
Essential Requirements:
- At least one deaf-related postgraduate qualification OR any postgraduate qualification plus deaf-related specialist qualification.
- Experience working with Deaf individuals or those with hearing impairments.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A passion for making a positive difference in the lives of Deaf individuals.
Why work for Halo?
Our current staff team tell us that they choose to work for Halo Staffing because of:
- Our commitment to understanding your individual needs and provide the right opportunities and progression for you
- The variety and flexibility of work
- Our commitment to working collaboratively with you and the people we support
- Our commitment to ensuring communication is open, honest and transparent at all times
- Our genuine passion for transforming lives!
- Company pension
What we are looking for from you:
- Nurturing attitude
- Strong communication with others
- Friendly, professional, and full of joy!
- Respectful and considerate
- Integrity and reliability
- Willing to travel
As part of the outstanding Halo Staffing team, you’ll be recognised and loyally rewarded. We have a diverse range of varied and interesting opportunities to suit you.
What we Offer:
- Competitive rates of pay
- Flexibility of work based around you
- Quick and easy DBS checks
- Full training
- Paid holiday and pension
At Halo Staffing we firmly believe in equal rights and opportunities, with our staff at the forefront of our mind. That is why we offer a guaranteed interview to all applicants with the disability who meet the minimum requirements for the vacancy. We are not just a staffing agency, we are united, we are diverse, we are disability confident, we are Halo!
Therefore, we like to offer our staff the very best, with excellent rates of pay, training, and opportunities that lead to greater job satisfaction, work life balance and career progression. Come and join our amazing team, transform a life today!
If you are a dedicated Specialist Support Professional – Deaf seeking a self-employed opportunity with Halo Staffing, please submit your application and cover letter to us.
Join us in our mission to be England’s first choice Health and Social Care service!
Pay: £37 per hour
