Care Assistant (Parkview)

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

Job summary

Apex Housing Association is seeking Care Assistants for Parkview House, a nursing home in Castlederg. The role involves providing essential care and support to residents, requiring a QCF/NVQ 2 qualification and experience with vulnerable adults. Benefits include paid leave, sick pay, and training opportunities.

Benefits

20 days paid leave + 12 statutory days

Occupational sick pay / maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Training and Development Opportunities

Maternity and Paternity Pay

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a formal caring/support role.
• Must be registered with NISCC or achieve registration within 6 months.
• Willingness to work towards QCF Level 2.

Skills

Health and Social Care

Experience with vulnerable adults

Willingness to learn

Education

QCF/NVQ 2 Health and Social Care

Job description

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Job Title: Care Assistant

Location: Parkview House, Castlederg

Positions Available: Various

Parkview House is a registered Nursing Home providing support and care for up to 27 residents, situated centrally within Castlederg. It offers 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 must achieve registration within 6 months if new to the sector
• Minimum of 6 months experience in a formal caring/support role with vulnerable adults (paid or unpaid)
• Willingness to work towards QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care

This post is subject to a satisfactory Access NI Check. All successful applicants will need to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK. Please note, Apex does not hold a license to sponsor Working Visas.

Apex Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant Community due to under-representation in parts of our workforce.

Closing Date:

Monday 2nd June 2025

Application Process:

If interested, please click the Apply button or visit our website to submit your application.

Benefits

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

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other