Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Specialist - (Temp: London)

Pertemps Network Group are delighted to be supporting a London Local Authority in the recruitment of a Sensory Access Needs Assessor (Deaf and Hard of Hearing) within Adult Social Care.

This is a specialist frontline role focused on empowering adults with hearing loss, sight loss, and dual sensory impairment to live independently and safely within the community.

 
Location: London
Full Time | Contract 
Sector: Adult Social Care
Flexibility: 2 days in office/home visits, this may increases depending on work load

The Role

As a Sensory Access Needs Assessor, you will undertake specialist assessments in line with the Care Act 2014, applying strength-based and person-centred approaches to identify needs, reduce risk, and promote independence.

You will work directly with Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Blind, and Deafblind adults, ensuring their voices remain central to assessment, planning, and service delivery.

This role combines assessment expertise, advocacy, assistive technology provision, and multi-agency collaboration.

 
Key Responsibilities 

Assessment & Care Planning 

• Undertake initial assessments and reviews for adults with sensory impairment.
• Develop outcome-focused, person-centred care and support plans.
• Encourage uptake of Direct Payments where appropriate.
• Identify safeguarding concerns and undertake safeguarding enquiries where required.
• Monitor and review care plans in line with statutory guidance.
• Maintain accurate and professional case records using adult social care systems (e.g. Mosaic).

Specialist Equipment & Assistive Technology 

• Assess for and provide specialist equipment to support daily living.
• Demonstrate and train service users in the use of assistive technology.
• Collaborate on joint assessments for individuals with dual sensory loss.
• Support timely Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deafblind registrations.

Advocacy & Accessibility 

• Act as an advocate for individuals with hearing and vision loss.
• Promote accessible services and equality of opportunity.
• Raise awareness across the Borough of the impact of sensory impairment.
• Provide professional advice and guidance to colleagues and partner agencies.

Partnership & Multi-Agency Working

• Work collaboratively with Audiology Clinics and health professionals.
• Liaise with housing, employment, regeneration, and voluntary sector services.
• Contribute to team meetings and wider service development initiatives.
• Deliver outreach work, awareness sessions, and community engagement activities where required.

Governance & Compliance 

Work in accordance with:

1. Care Act 2014
2. Mental Capacity Act 2005
3. Safeguarding Adults procedures
4. Data Protection Act 2018

Ensure all actions align with Council policies and Health & Safety requirements.
Participate in supervision, appraisal, and continuous professional development.

 
 Candidate Profile 

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate professional with:

1. British Sign Language (BSL) Level 2 (essential)
2. Experience working with adults with hearing and/or visual impairment
3. Strong understanding of the Care Act 2014 and strength-based practice
4. Experience undertaking assessments and developing support plans
5. Knowledge of safeguarding adults procedures
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
7. Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload
8. Strong partnership working skills

 
Desirable:

•  Experience within a Local Authority Adult Social Care setting

•  Experience using Mosaic or similar case management systems

 Why Apply? 

•  Specialist role within a supportive Adult Social Care team

•  Opportunity to make a direct impact on independence and inclusion

•  Work within a values-driven local authority environment

•  Career progression within sensory services and adult social care

If you are passionate about promoting independence, accessibility, and equality for Deaf and Hard of Hearing adults, we would welcome your application.