Support Worker

Staffline Group PLC; Belfast; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing provider in Belfast is seeking a Support Worker to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. This role involves working with individuals who have disabilities and requiring assistance in daily living. Candidates must have at least one year's experience in a caring role and possess strong communication skills. The position offers a full-time, permanent contract with various employee benefits, including enhanced pay for bank holidays and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Enhanced Pay for Bank Holidays

Occupational Sick Pay

Pension Scheme with contributions

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year's experience in a caring role.
• Working knowledge of the needs of individuals with learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Support service users in day-to-day living.
• Assist with personal care and daily routines.
• Observe and report changes in service users' needs.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Experience in a caring role

Understanding of behaviours that challenge

Job description

Job description

Support Worke

Location : Belfast

Care Setting : Supporting individuals with Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Complex Needs

Salary : £ - £ per hour

(Enhanced rates available for additional hours worked)

Hours : Full-time, Permanent

Typical shifts are 8:00am - 8:00pm, three days per week, with one full weekend off every three weeks (rotational schedule).

Benefits

Annual Leave : weeks per year (inclusive of public and bank holidays), increasing with service up to 33 days annually.

Paid Breaks

Recognition and Reward Scheme - open to all staff

NISCC Registration Fees Paid

Investors in People Champion - ongoing commitment to training and staff development, including funded RQF Level 3 Diploma

Enhanced Pay for Bank Holidays

Pension Scheme : Auto-enrolment with 5% employee and 4% employer contributions

Occupational Sick Pay : 2 weeks full pay, 2 weeks half pay after 6 months' service

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme, including 24 / 7 access to GP support

Health Cashback Scheme

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, person-centred care with dignity, respect, independence, and choice at its core

Support service users in day-to-day living and integration into the community

Assist with personal care, daily routines, social activities, and life skills development

Support service users in setting and achieving individual goals

Observe and report changes in service users' needs to senior staff

Participate in regular reviews and assessments of service users' progress

Administer or support with medication in line with the organisation's Medication Policy

Promote service user engagement and respond to concerns or suggestions in a sensitive, professional manner

Essential Criteria

Strong verbal and written communication skills, including numeracy

Minimum of 1 year's experience in a caring role

Working knowledge of the needs of individuals with learning disabilities

Understanding of behaviours that challenge and how to support individuals effectively