Senior Support Worker

Conway Group; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Senior Support Workers to join their team in a Learning Disability unit in West Belfast. This role involves supporting residents with Learning Disabilities in their self-contained apartments, promoting independence and dignity. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of Care Assistant experience and an NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care. The company offers opportunities for career development, ongoing training, and a supportive work environment. Join a caring community that values the little things and makes a real difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Opportunities for NVQ Level 3 and 5

Career development opportunities

Online and practical training

Free parking

Workplace pension

Employee referral incentives

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Care Assistant experience required.
• NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities and personal care.
• Support the Team Leader to provide high-quality, person-centred care.
• Promote residents' physical and emotional wellbeing.

Skills

Care Assistant Experience

Communication Skills

Medication Administration

Personal Care Assistance

Education

NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

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Job Description

Location: Conway, West Belfast

We have vacancies for dedicated Senior Support Workers to join our team in a Learning Disability unit service in West Belfast. The service supports residents with Learning Disabilities and complex needs within their own self-contained apartments to help them live full and valued lives.

Job type: Full time or Part time, permanent

Hours: Day/Night duty

Salary: Circa £13.50 per hour

Conway Group Healthcare is a family, caring for other families. Our ethos is simple: "we take the time because it's the little things that matter".

About The Role

Key responsibilities:

1. Work with residents to help them live full and valued lives.
2. Assist in the safe administration of medication after full training, liaising with Team Leader and Home Manager regarding any issues.
3. Support the Team Leader to provide high-quality, person-centred care.
4. Assist residents with daily activities and personal care, promoting independence, respect, and dignity.
5. Support residents’ physical and emotional wellbeing.
6. Promote best practices in health & safety, confidentiality, and security, under supervision of Team Leader and Home Manager.

Essential Criteria

Candidates must have at least 2 years of previous Care Assistant experience and a minimum NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care. A clear record regarding professional conduct, performance, and attendance is required.

Ideal Candidate

• Caring and friendly, creating a homely environment.
• Excellent communication skills, especially with people with Learning Disabilities.
• Experience is preferred but not essential; training will be provided.

Benefits

• Opportunities to develop skills and achieve NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, with plans for Level 5.
• Career development opportunities.
• Online and practical training, ongoing clinical skills training.
• Free parking, workplace pension, employee referral incentives.

If interested, please send your CV via the APPLY button below. Conway Group Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. By replying, you agree to the retention of your personal data for application purposes.

Skills Needed

About The Company

Conway Group is a privately owned company specializing in property development, investment, asset management, construction, and healthcare, with a strong track record of delivering high-quality projects.

Company Culture

We recognize that professional caring is demanding but rewarding. We support our staff with training, professional development, and a supportive community. We uphold high standards and expect the best from our staff, offering our best in return. Join our family and community, and be part of a team that makes a difference.

Desired and Required Criteria

Details on criteria are included above.

Closing Date

Wednesday 28th May, 2025

Contract Type

Full-time

Salary

£13.50 Hourly