Respite Care Support Worker - 20h/week, Flexible Shifts

Sense; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days holidays + bank holidays

Free Access NI Check

Free training (100+ courses)

Flexible working

Health and well-being support

Pension scheme

Wisdom App – mindfulness app

Job summary

Sense is recruiting a Support Worker for The Manor House in Newtownabbey. This permanent, part-time role (20 hours per week) offers a compassionate, values-driven environment to support people with complex needs in a respite setting.

Full training is provided; no prior experience required. The role involves personal care, daily tasks, community activities, and promoting wellbeing in a caring, person-centered way.

Qualifications

• No previous experience needed, just the right values and a genuine desire to make a difference.
• Warm, caring and empathetic approach; positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to attend training and develop in the role.

Responsibilities

• Personal care and hygiene support as part of a respite service.
• Assist with everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning.
• Support with medication and wellbeing needs as required.
• Help people get out into the community for activities and social events.
• Support the social life and leisure interests of the people we support.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Adaptability

People skills

Job description

Sense is recruiting a Support Worker for The Manor House in Newtownabbey. This permanent, part-time role (20 hours per week) offers a compassionate, values-driven environment to support people with complex needs in a respite setting.

Full training is provided; no prior experience required. The role involves personal care, daily tasks, community activities, and promoting wellbeing in a caring, person-centered way.