Welcome to DSN! We’re proud of what we’ve achieved on behalf of our service users throughout Cheshire since we were formed in 1974. We’re proud of our team, our volunteers and other supporters, the local authorities we work with and the organisations we work alongside. Back in 1974, Trustees of the Chester and North Wales Society for the Deaf, and of the Warrington and District Society for Deaf People, together made a landmark decision to form the Cheshire Society for the Deaf, now operating as Deafness Support Network (DSN). DSN is the service provider organisation for D/deaf* people in the county of Cheshire and the surrounding areas. These services are delivered under contract for Cheshire East, Cheshire West and Chester, and Flintshire Councils. The local societies (Deaf Clubs) in Chester, Warrington and Vale Royal retained their independence and continue to thrive to this day, sharing premises with DSN. Each society serves a distinct local community but is strengthened by its partnership with DSN, which is able to innovate and develop, whilst acting as a guide and support for the local organisations.
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144 London Road
Northwich, Cheshire CW9 5HH, US
S View Road
Chester, Cheshire CH1 4JG, GB
27 Bridge Street
Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 6EG, GB
Great work team 🙌
Head of incus training at DSN helping business communities to unlock strategies to support communication
Reflecting on an amazing day working with our #HearMe team over in Flintshire delivering Deaf Awareness Training to professional organisations #BCUHB #FLVC #CSSEF #NorthWalesPolice DSN
What a royally great day!
At our #RoyalVisit from HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh, we brought together grantee charities for themed round table discussions. On the theme of *supporting people with a disability* we invited Cheryl Simpson MBE: Space4Autism, Gill REEDER: DSN, Cat Costigan (MCIPD, ACA): East Cheshire Eye Society, Gillian Jones: Friends For Leisure, and Alison Parr: Ruby's The assembled experts joined Debbie Smith in discussing the opportunities and challenges charities face in supporting people with a disability, in and around Macclesfield. The Duchess of Edinburgh clearly appreciated the charity leaders' passion, dedication and collaborative approach. Her Royal Highness expressed her empathy on hearing about the personal toll it takes on those at the helm. Through the generosity of local people and businesses, since 2012 we have made grants totalling millions of pounds supporting people with disabilities. From adapted bikes to BSL interpreters for domestic violence support, we are proud to be at the centre of a collaborative approach to this innovative work. #Disability #HealthInequality #Cheshire #LocalCharities #Community
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We were honoured to receive a #RoyalVisit last week from Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Edinburgh, to share how our varied grants are supporting residents on the themes of poverty, disability, and emotional health & wellbeing. Thank you to our host David Bayley at the Church of the Resurrection Macclesfield, and Fabienne Donbavand who runs the CoRE Pantry, demonstrating their vital role in increasing access for local people to nutritious food and wider support. We look forward to sharing more about the charity attendees, impactful discussions, and inspiring stories from this special day in our upcoming posts. James Gibson, CVS Cheshire East, Dave Atkinson Silklife Foodbank, Just Drop-In Youth Info and Advice Ltd, Ann Wright, PURE INSIGHT 1628, Sarah Sturmey Mentell, Jonathan Aiken Cre8, East Cheshire Eye Society, Visyon , Space4Autism, Cheryl Simpson MBE, Gill REEDER, DSN, Cat Costigan (MCIPD, ACA), Gillian Jones, Friends For Leisure, Alison Parr, Ruby's Cheshire Community Foundation: Melanie Sproston Tracey Andrews Debbie Smith Iona M. #Cheshire #CommunitySupport #MakingADifference
🌟 Join Our Team! Youth Worker Opportunity 🌟 We’re looking for a passionate Youth Worker to join our team at DSN and help make a difference in the lives of young deaf people! 📍 Location: Northwich or Chester (with travel across Cheshire and Warrington) ⏰ Hours: 22.5 hours per week 💰 Salary: £26,713 FTE (£16,244 pro rata) 📅 Contract: Fixed-term until 31st October 2027 ✨ Thanks to funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, we’re continuing and expanding our youth programme, offering sessions, holiday activities, youth councils, and leadership opportunities for deaf young people aged 8-25. 🌟 What We’re Looking For: ✔ Experience working with young people ✔ Ability to run sessions and activities ✔ Great communication skills and a professional, approachable attitude ✔ Team player who can also work independently 💼 Why Work With Us? ✅ 24 days holiday + bank holidays ✅ Company sick pay ✅ Training and development opportunities ✅ Contributory pension scheme* ✅ Health plan* (*subject to qualifying criteria) 📢 Important Details: This role requires travel across Cheshire, so access to a car is essential 🚗 Evening, weekend, and school holiday availability is required. Enhanced DBS and reference checks will be conducted. 📅 Apply by: 28th November 2024 🎤 Interviews: 5th December 2024 👉 For more details and to apply, visit: dsnonline.co.uk Be part of a dynamic team making a real difference! 💙 #YouthWorker #JobOpportunity #DeafCommunity #CheshireJobs
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Head of incus training at DSN helping business communities to unlock strategies to support communication
Great opportunity to work with @SuzanneOrr and the amazing team over at #AetherPrivateTerminal @ManchesterAirport look forward to delivering bespoke BSL training @DSN @EdKibblewhite making a difference
🇬🇧🫡A very moving service in Chester today for #RememberanceDay2024 🙏 Today we reflect on those members of the deaf community who fought in wars to keep us safe but lost their lives. #WeWillRememberThem #rememberancesunday
Paddington Bear - in BSL 🐻🥪 with thanks to Chester BID 🙌 The new film Paddington In Peru hits cinemas today. So if you’re making a trip to see it, why not try fingerspelling his name! Encourage the kids whilst you’re there too 🙌 and don’t forget to visit the Paddington Bear bench on Foregate Street while it’s still there! Here at DSN we run courses in BSL from Level 1 through to interpreter level. If this has inspired you to learn, head to our training website for all the latest courses: dsnincus.co.uk or if you’re a business or organisation that would like some Deaf Awareness Training (which includes BSL) for your team email: incus@dsnonline.co.uk A huge thank you to Luka Jake Morrell from Chester BID who not only helps facilitate DAT for businesses within BID but is also now Level 1 qualified too🙌 #bsl #signlanguage #signlanguageforall🌎👌 #paddingtonbear #paddingtonbear🐻 #paddingtoninperu
📣🌟 It’s Trustees’ Week! 🌟📣 This week, we celebrate and honour the incredible work of nearly one million trustees across the UK, including our dedicated trustees at Deaf & Sensory Network. Their time, commitment, and passion drive us forward, helping us create an inclusive world for everyone, regardless of hearing or sensory abilities. ✨ Thank You, Trustees! ✨ Your dedication and belief in our mission empower us to support and uplift the deaf and sensory community. Together, we’re making a difference! #TrusteesWeek #ThankYou #DSN #DeafAndSensoryNetwork #CelebratingTrustees #CommunityLeadership #InclusiveFuture
Welcome to Helen - our new Sensory Support Officer!🙌💙 #charityjobs #charityroles #sensorysupport
🙌We’re Hiring: Sensory Support Officer! Location: Northwich, Chester, or Macclesfield (with travel across Cheshire, Flintshire & Wrexham) Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours) — Part-Time considered Salary: £24,800 per annum Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of those with sensory loss? Join our team and help provide essential support to individuals with sight or hearing loss. We’re looking for a proactive, professional, and approachable person to join our values-driven team! Role Highlights: 🗣 Work with deaf clients & those with hearing loss, including home visits 📋 Conduct assessments & provide person-centered support 🔍 Offer practical/emotional support, advice, and signposting 📲 Advise on specialist equipment for service users Why Join Us? 🚗 Travel across Cheshire, Flintshire, & Wrexham — driving license required 📈 Ongoing training (including British Sign Language) 📅 24 days leave (rising to 29 days), company sick pay, contributory pension, and more! Apply Now: Visit DSN Job Listings for the full job description and application form. Send your application and CV to recruitment@dsnonline.co.uk. Closing Date: Wednesday, 13th November at 9:00 am Interview Date: Thursday, 21st November Become part of our Disability Confident team and make a real impact! #Hiring #SensorySupport #JobOpportunity #DisabilitySupport #DSN