Care Assistant, Parkview House

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

Job summary

A prominent housing organization in Castlederg is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant. The role involves providing support and care for residents in a registered Nursing Home. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and experience, with opportunities for training and development. Benefits include competitive pay, flexible working, and generous leave allowances. This position offers a chance to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults while working in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Family friendly policies

20-23 days annual leave plus 12 public holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Enhanced sick pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Bike to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Must be registered with NISCC or achieve registration within 6 months.
• A minimum of 6 months experience in a caring/support role with vulnerable adults required.
• This post is subject to a satisfactory Access NI Check.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and care for up to 27 residents.
• Assist residents with personal care and daily activities.
• Work as part of a team providing 24-hour staff support.

Skills

Personal Care

Social Housing

Caring

Person Centred

Elderly nursing

Education

QCF/NVQ 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Care Assistant

Location

Parkview House, Castlederg

Positions Available

Various Positions Available

Parkview House is a registered Nursing Home accommodation giving support and care for up to 27 residents. It is situated centrally within Castlederg. Parkview House provides 24-hour staff support services, 365 days a year.

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.
• 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 post is subject to a satisfactory Access NI Check.
• 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 Housing 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.

Why Work for Apex?

• 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

Closing Date

Monday 15th December 2025

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