Relief Support Worker

Presbyterian Church in Ireland; Coleraine; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive housing organization in Coleraine is seeking a dedicated care worker to assist tenants with daily tasks and foster independence. The role involves providing personal care and spiritual support, while respecting the organization's Christian ethos. Ideal candidates will have experience in care settings and be available for flexible working hours, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of learning disability principles.
• Experience working directly with adults in a caring setting.
• Willingness to support the Christian ethos.

Responsibilities

• Assist tenants with personal care and daily living tasks.
• Support tenants in maintaining relationships and independence.
• Provide spiritual support and be a key worker for tenants.

Skills

Knowledge of learning disability and principles of care

Experience in a caring environment

Commitment to working with the client group

Ability to provide spiritual support

Available for unsocial hours

Job description

Main function of job:To assist with the provision of a programme of care and support which gives tenants the opportunity to mature and develop to their full potential. The post holder must be committed to working within the Christian ethos of Willowbrook.Background information:Willow Brook is a supported housing scheme for adults with a learning disability. It accommodates 9 tenants, 3 of whom reside in single bungalow units. The remaining 6 tenants reside in two larger buildings. Also at Topley Terrace there is accommodation for 3 adults with a physical disability.

Responsibilities

• To ensure tenants receive appropriate assessment, training and support to develop skills and attitudes, in achieving the outcomes of their Personal Centred Plans.
• To support each tenant, where required, in all aspects of home life and participation in the community and to work with other staff to implement programmes that will enable each client to become more independent.
• To support tenants with personal care, as appropriate, ie. bathing, washing, feeding, medication needs and access to relevant health care. (Meeting these needs may involve manual or aid assisted lifting of tenants).
• To support tenants in maintaining and developing a variety of relationships.
• To support tenants in cooking, cleaning, gardening, laundry, ironing and household tasks to an appropriate standard.
• To support tenants in a range of leisure activities and services according to individual choice.
• To be a key worker to tenants according to their needs and wishes.
• To provide spiritual support to tenants according to their needs and wishes, including enabling participation in congregational life and assisting with personal devotions.
• To be sensitive to the spiritual, physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs of each tenant and respond appropriately to meet these needs.
• To carry out daily living tasks on behalf of tenants, when they are unable to do so for themselves.
• To be an effective advocate for each tenant and encourage self-advocacy where possible.
• In the absence of Senior Staff, to be the responsible person on duty, complying with Willow Brook policies and procedures to ensure the well-being of tenants.
• To work within PCI/Council for Social Witness policies and procedures and relevant legislation.
• To develop and promote good working relationships with staff, tenants, professional bodies and other service users.
• To work such hours as necessary, which may include sleep-in duties, working during week-ends and/or Bank Holidays.
• To promote and maintain effective communication with professional bodies/parents/guardians and the local community.
• To keep accurate records of significant events in the lives of tenants and to prepare written reports when required.
• To maintain appropriate confidentiality in respect of information relating to tenants, in accordance with Willow Brook policies and procedures.
• To identify and report any maintenance and/or security issues linked to the building and equipment.
• To attend staff meetings and training sessions as required.
• To maintain a personal awareness of new methods and developments appropriate to the needs of the tenants and staff.
• To undertake any other relevant duties which may be required of the post.

Skills and Qualifications

• Knowledge of learning disability and principles of care.
• Experience of working in a caring environment directly with an adult client group.
• Committed to working with the client group.
• Must be willing to behave in a manner which respects the Christian ethos of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland.
• Ability to provide spiritual support for tenants as required.
• Available for unsocial working hours (including sleep-in duties/week-end working) if required.

Further Information

Relief hours as and when requiredWE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Vacancy ID 1743829 Job ref. W-25-07 Job Sector Carers and Support Workers Area Derry or Londonderry Location Coleraine, 5 Willow Brook Lane, Millburn Road. Salary £12.74 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Permanent Weekly hours 0 Published date 05/11/2025 Closing date 18/11/2025 Worktime As and when required.

Area: Derry or Londonderry
Closing date: 06 Nov 2025

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 07 Nov 2025