Job Description

SignHealth is a health charity run by Deaf people for Deaf people. We are committed to creating a future where there are no barriers to good health and wellbeing for Deaf people.

The Domestic Abuse team are the only Deaf led service in UK. We have a team of specialist advisors who provide active frontline services to those who are experiencing domestic abuse and need support in their first language, British Sign Language (BSL).

SignHealth has recently been awarded a new contract to expand our existing services. This role will be part of a brand-new team making it an exciting time to join.

We are looking for a Deaf Independent Domestic and Sexual Violence Advisor to join our team. We know that Deaf victims/survivors are at risk of domestic abuse or sexual violence, getting support is hard and when they wish to disclose, we will provide support and advice. We want them to be empowered and make positive choices on how to stay safe from abuse.

Do you have experience of supporting Deaf people though casework, signposting and supporting them?

Do you have experience working in domestic abuse or sexual violence?

Are you a great communicator in BSL?

Are you flexible and enjoy travelling?

If yes, this role may be for you, please apply!

Why choose SignHealth?

We will work alongside you during your career with SignHealth to maximise your full potential with training and development to help you become the best you!

Working with your line manager you will receive an in-depth induction to give you great insight into our charity and what we do.

You will find out the role you will play in helping SignHealth deliver its mission.

Join our learning pathway with BSL, we offer paid training and development to further your BSL knowledge.

Wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do! It\'s not just about our clients, it\'s about you too.

Being a SignHealth employee you will also receive:

• 25 days of annual Leave, pro rata for part time staff
• 2 wellbeing days per year, pro rata for part time staff
• 5 days per year of paid study leave
• Long service annual leave rewards
• Free of charge DBS certificate
• Sick pay
• A generous defined contribution pension scheme, we pay 6% after successfully passing probation
• Death in service benefit
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Perkbox (online employee benefits platform)
• Expenses policy which allows payments for items when working away from home
• Fully funded BSL training and management development programmes
• Equipment and furniture desk/ chair to work from home.
• Flexible working including compressed hours (subject to meeting needs of the job role and business)
• Refer a friend \xc2\xa3200 voucher for both the referee and referrer!

Let\'s get you onboard to start your SignHealth Journey!

If this sounds like a position you would be interested in, we would love to hear from you!

We positively encourage applications from deaf people, disabled people, people of colour and people from the LGBT+ community. We will support all applicants along the journey of our recruitment process.

To apply, please send your CV & cover letter to:

Offers of work are subject to: Enhanced DBS checks, Right to work checks, Satisfactory references and Medical Health clearance.

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