Care Assistant, Daleview House

Apex Housing Association; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused housing service based in Derry/Londonderry is seeking Care Assistants for both permanent days and nights. The role involves supporting older persons in a supported living setting, requiring registration with NISCC and a minimum of 6 months experience in a caring role. Benefits include competitive pay, flexible working opportunities, and support for development. Ideal candidates will enjoy a collaborative environment dedicated to assisting vulnerable adults and have an opportunity to grow within the organization.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Family friendly policies

20-23 days annual leave plus public holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Enhanced sick pay

Comprehensive paid induction programme

Free on-site car parking

Qualifications

• Must be currently registered with NISCC, or achieve registration within 6 months.
• A minimum of 6 months experience in a caring/support role with vulnerable adults.
• Subject to a satisfactory Access NI check.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and care for older persons in a supported living accommodation.
• Work in a team to ensure 24-hour staff support services.
• Assist tenants with daily living activities and needs.

Skills

QCF/NVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent

Experience working with vulnerable adults

Willingness to complete QCF Level 2

Good communication skills

Education

QCF/NVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care

Job description

JOB TITLE: Care Assistant

LOCATION: Daleview House, L' Derry

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Permanent Days and Permanent Nights

Daleview House provides older persons supported living accommodation giving support and care for up to 13 Housing with Care Tenants. It is situated in the Waterside area of Derry~Londonderry. Daleview House provides 24-hour staff support services, 365 days a year.

Qualifications / Essential Criteria

• QCF/NVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent
• Must be currently registered with NISCC, or if new to the sector, must achieve registration within 6 months
• A minimum of 6 months experience in a formal setting working in a caring/support role with vulnerable adults (paid or unpaid)
• Willingness to work towards completion of QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care
• Subject to a satisfactory Access NI check

Why Work for APEX

We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Family friendly policies and flexible working opportunities
• Opportunities to learn, develop and progress in your position
• 20-23 days annual leave plus 12 public holidays, increasing with length of service
• Contributory pension scheme
• Enhanced sick pay, maternity pay and paternity pay
• Workplace savings scheme and monthly cash draw for staff (optional)
• Charity partnership with Children in Crossfire
• Excellent opportunities for development including support for further education courses
• Employee Assistance Programme provided by Inspire Workplaces including 24hr advice line
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Staff wellbeing initiatives e.g. health screening programmes (Action Cancer)
• Staff in care and support roles also enjoy the following additional benefits:
• Comprehensive paid induction programme
• Enhanced pay over Christmas & New Year
• Enhanced rate for overtime worked
• Free on-site car parking

All successful applicants will also be required to provide documentary evidence of their right to work in the UK. Please note Apex do not hold a license to sponsor Working Visa's.

APEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At this time we particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant Community, due to under representation in parts of our workforce.

CLOSING DATE: Wednesday 31st December 2025

APPLICATION PROCESS: If you are interested in applying for this position please click on the Apply button or visit our own website