Community Care Workers, Limavady, Cityside and Waterside

Northern Advisory Council for Further Education; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent hourly rate

Mileage paid

Annual leave on a pro-rata basis

Online learning

Practical paid training

Internal career progression

Flexible working hours

Job summary

The Northern Advisory Council for Further Education is seeking Community Care Workers in Derry/Londonderry. The role involves providing high-quality support in homes, promoting independence and dignity for individuals. Candidates should have a full driving licence and a QCF level 3 in Health & Social Care.

This position offers flexible working hours, paid training, and numerous other benefits including mileage compensation. Join a caring team making a real difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and dedicated individual focused on community care.
• Ability to deliver high-quality support and assistance.
• Experience in Health and Social Care or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised care plans tailored to individual needs.
• Support Service Users with medication and health monitoring.
• Assist with meal preparation and ensure dietary needs are met.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to clients.
• Maintain a clean and safe living environment.
• Document care activities and report concerns to senior staff.

Skills

Full driving licence and access to a motor vehicle

Promote person-centred care

Promote dignity and respect

Well-organised and professional

Education

QCF level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Community Care Workers, Limavady, Cityside and Waterside

REF: CCW/NW/25/0032

Job Description

NWCare is a Northern Ireland based company.

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Community Care Workers to join our team in Limavady/Derry/Londonderry (Waterside and Cityside areas). This role involves providing high‑quality support and assistance to individuals in their own homes, promoting independence, dignity, and well‑being. All positions are paid and offer an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalised care plans tailored to each individual’s needs, including assistance with daily activities such as personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility.
• Support Service Users with medication administration and health monitoring as required.
• Assist with meal preparation and nutritional needs, ensuring dietary requirements are met.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to clients, fostering a positive environment.
• Assist with light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe living environment.
• Document care activities accurately and report any concerns to senior staff.

Please note: Criteria for this role is that you apply for an Enhanced AccessNI certificate.

Benefits and Development

• Excellent hourly rate
• Mileage paid
• Annual leave on a pro‑rata basis
• NISCC – Post registration training learning
• Online learning
• Training academies throughout Northern Ireland
• Practical paid training
• CPD approved certificate for training
• QCF Levels 2, 3 and 5 qualifications
• Internal career progression
• Paid shadowing
• Mentoring arrangements
• Flexible working hours – full time and part time (morning, afternoon, evenings and late rosters)
• Child‑friendly hours – put‑to‑bed rosters to suit mums and students
• Running 4/3 rosters both full time and part time available
• Experienced care company with over 50 years in healthcare
• Recommend‑a‑Friend incentive – any staff who recommend someone who joins NWCare will receive a voucher (no limit to number)

Working Pattern

We work off a 4/3 rota pattern:

• Week 1 – Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday
• Week 2 – Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

Qualifications and Skills

• Full driving licence and access to a motor vehicle
• Able to promote and deliver person‑centred care
• Able to promote dignity and respect when delivering care
• Be well‑organised, professional and caring
• Interested in working in the community within Health and Social Care
• Care about the community they live in

QCF level 3 in Health & Social Care

Equal Opportunity

NWCare wishes to ensure equal opportunity is given to all job applicants. This company will not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, religious belief, political opinion, marital status, age or disability.

NWCare is an equal opportunities employer.