Personal Assistant for Deaf BSL users

We are hiring a Personal Assistant for Deaf BSL users

Deaf Community Independence CIC (DCI) is a small non profit company supporting Deaf people to lead active, healthy lives, promoting independence, empowerment and reducing isolation.

This post is open to women only. Being female is an occupational requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010, because the role supports clients who require female support for reasons of religious observance and personal safety.

Location

• Warwickshire and surrounding areas

Contract type and hours

• This is a zero hours position. There is no guaranteed minimum number of hours, and you are free to accept or decline work offered.
• Typically 10 to 20 hours per week, depending on client need (not guaranteed)
• Flexible days each week to suit applicant and clients
• As the company grows, there is the possibility of hours increasing and of being offered a contract with set weekly hours

Hourly rate

• £13.00 per hour for a 4-month probationary period, rising to £13.30 per hour on successful completion
• Out of hours work (evenings and weekends): £13.50 per hour
• Holiday pay is included in line with statutory requirements

Experience

• Experience and/or an interest in supporting Deaf adults to access the community
• An invested interest in supporting Deaf people's independence

Skills

• An understanding of barriers within the Deaf community and confidence to challenge discrimination
• British Sign Language user
• A flexible attitude while supporting Deaf people within the community
• Willingness to accompany clients to health appointments, Council/benefit appointments etc. (BSL interpreters will be present)
• Basic I.T. knowledge
• An awareness of professional boundaries
• Able to work closely with, and hand over client information to, other staff and DCI Directors

Personal attributes

• Can use initiative and 'think outside the box'
• Willing to undertake an enhanced DBS check (a condition of the role)
• Willing to apply to Access to Work (if required)
• Patient and understanding, with an open mind
• Access to a vehicle with business-use insurance, to travel within the Warwickshire and just outside as the company grows. The role involves transporting clients, some with mobility needs, so the vehicle must be easy to get into and out of (for example, not a low sports-style car)
• Willingness to accompany Deaf adults on day trips such as museums, theme parks, zoos and tourist attractions

Responsibilities

• Meet Deaf clients in a variety of settings: their home, in the community, at appointments
• Support clients with accessing services: health appointments, independent living skills, booking appointments, keeping clients safe, and raising complaints
• Enjoy learning and developing in your role, and work in a small, close team with support around you

Interviews

• Interviews will take place on Zoom on Tuesday 13th October 2026 and Tuesday 27th October 2026
• Only shortlisted applicants will be offered an interview, and we will contact you to confirm your date and time
• If you are not shortlisted, you will not be offered an interview
• Please tell us if you need any adjustments to attend the interview

**Closing date:**Thursday 22nd October 2026

Expected start date: ASAP (dependent on references and DBS)

To apply: please send your CV to [email protected] For more details: Mobile (voice and text) 07933161441

Pay: From £13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5.0 – 10.0 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Flexible schedule
• Paid training
• Sick pay

Work Location: Remote