Care Assistant, Daleview House

Apex Housing Association; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent housing association in Northern Ireland seeks a Care Assistant to support elderly residents at Daleview House. Candidates should possess a level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care and be willing to register with NISCC. Benefits include competitive pay, flexible work, and numerous development opportunities. Apply by September 29, 2025.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Family friendly policies

20-23 days annual leave plus 12 public holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Enhanced sick pay

Paid induction programme

Free on-site car parking

Qualifications

• Must be registered with NISCC or achieve registration within 6 months if new.
• 6 months experience in a caring/support role with vulnerable adults.
• Willingness to work towards completion of QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support to older persons in a supported living accommodation.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of residents.
• Participate in the development and implementation of care plans.

Skills

Personal Care

Social Housing

Caring

Person Centred

Elderly Care

Nursing

Education

QCF/NVQ 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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.

Essential criteria

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

QCF/NVQ 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.
(OR)
A minimum of 6 months experience in a formal setting working in a caring / support role with vulnerable adults (either paid or unpaid).
And willingness to work towards completion of QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care
Must be currently registered with NISCC OR if new to the sector must achieve registration within 6 months.

This is a regulated post and will be subject to a satisfactory Access NI check.

Why work for Apex?

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 adviceline
• 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

CLOSING DATE: Monday 29th September 2025

Application process

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

Skills

• Personal Care
• Social Housing
• Caring
• Person Centred
• elderly
• nursing

Benefits

• 20 days paid leave + 12 statutory days
• Occupational sick pay / maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Maternity and Paternity Pay