Employability Service
Deaf Action’s Employability Service supports deaf and hard of hearing people in Edinburgh to achieve their employment goals.
How can we help?
Whether you’re searching for your first job after leaving education, looking to get back into employment, or ready to take the next step in your career, our Employment Service is here to help.
We’ll be with you every step of the way. From job searching and applications, to CV and interview support, our sessions are delivered in BSL or English to suit your needs.
Specialist Employment Advisor
Our specialist Employability Advisor will meet with you on a 1-1 basis, creating an individual action plan tailored to you and your goals.
We also work with employers to help match suitable candidates with roles, provide deaf awareness training and support workplace adjustments and after care.
Advice and support
We can offer advice and support on a range of topics, including:
- Job search
- Job applications
- Creating or updating your CV
- Interview practice and skills
- Setting goals for yourself
- Building self esteem and confidence
- Access to Work and how to work with an interpreter
Drop in
Come along to one of our drop in sessions, taking place every Thursday 11am – 3pm, at our head quarters on Albany Street, Edinburgh. No need to book, just come and say hi!
Please note this service only covers the Edinburgh area
Empowering deaf people
Deaf people face significant and persistent employment inequalities, including lower employment rates and reduced income levels. Our service helps to empower deaf people to feel confident and reach their full potential.
Improve accessibility in the work place
Mainstream services often fail to meet deaf people’s communication and cultural needs. By working closely with organisations we can provide deaf awareness training and help educate employers on how to improve their accessibility for employees.
Ready to take the next step?
To find out how we can help, fill out the form below, visit our drop in sessions or get in touch with the team at the following email address:
Email: employability@deafaction.org