Specialist Support Worker Hearing and Vision Support Services

2 Specialist Support Workers (Hearing Support Service)

Full Time, Term Time, Permanent Positions

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2 Specialist Support Workers (Vision Support Service)

Full Time, Term Time or Non-Term Time, Permanent Positions​

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Barnsley Vision and Hearing Support Services are highly regarded and forward-thinking, with a shared commitment to working collaboratively with others to build capacity and bring about positive change for children and young people with hearing and vision needs. The services are embedded within the LA SEND Strategy and are key in driving forward strategic plans to promote positive outcomes for children and young people with hearing and vision loss. We are excited to be expanding our service to support Local Authority priorities.

Hearing Support Service and the Vision Support Service which includes Habilitation sit within the Education Inclusion Service. The Principal Educational Psychologists manage Hearing and Vision Support Services alongside the Social Communication and Interaction Service, the Portage Service, and the Educational, Child and Community Psychology Service. As a Specialist Support Worker you will work closely with the advisory teachers to meet the needs of children and young people aged 0-25. Specialist Support Workers in the Vision Support Service will also work closely with the Habilitation Officer.

You will be working within a robust needs-led service model that supports a graduated approach with a focus on building capacity. Your practice will be person-centred and you will work collaboratively with children and young people and their families. The role will involve providing advice and guidance and the planning and delivery of interventions to develop independence and achieve positive outcomes for children and young people. You will work closely with children and young people ensuring they can access learning, social activities, and daily living skills with confidence and independence. You will help adapt learning materials, assist with mobility and orientation, and implement strategies to build confidence and life skills. You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to support children and young people to develop their independence in preparation for adulthood.

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Here at Barnsley, we live and work by four important values: honesty, teamwork, excellent services, and taking pride in what we do. We are looking to recruit enthusiastic, creative colleagues to join an innovative team of professionals who play a key role in ensuring that children and young people with sensory needs achieve their full potential and are fully included within their settings and community.

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If you are interested in joining a creative, enthusiastic and committed team with opportunities for varied work we look forward to hearing from you. We would be particularly interested in applications from people with experience of supporting children with a hearing or vision loss, qualifications in BSL or Braille, or a willingness to train in either of these areas.

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As part of this role, you will be required to travel to schools, settings and homes in the community.

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Please contact Dr Naomi Robinson or Jo Patterson (Principal Educational Psychologists) if you would like to learn more about the posts at naomirobinson@barnsley.gov.uk or joannepatterson@barnsley.gov.uk .