Support Worker

VanRath; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector employer in Belfast is looking for a temporary Day Care Support Worker in Lisburn. In this role, you'll assist adults with disabilities by providing personalized care in both community and center settings. The position requires experience in health and social care and a commitment to high-quality service delivery.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care or equivalent required.
• Willingness to complete Level 3 qualification within 18 months.
• Two years' direct care experience or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support person-centred care and contribute to care plans.
• Assist with personal care, medication, and mobility.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Person-centred care

Communication

Health monitoring

Education

NVQ/QCF/VRQ/RQF Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

4 GCSEs (A-C including English)

Job description

Role: Day Care Support Worker - Temporary - Lisburn
Job Overview
VANRATH are pleased to support a leading Belfast public sector employer seeking an interim Day Care Support Worker to assist adults with various disabilities, delivering care in both centre and community settings.

• Salary: Band 3
• 30 hours/week, Monday to Friday
• Starting 30th June, 2025

Key Responsibilities:

• Support person-centred care by contributing to assessment, implementation, and regular review of individual care plans alongside a multi-disciplinary team.
• Deliver care and activities independently or as part of a team, both within the centre and the wider community, to meet complex physical, behavioural, and health needs.
• Provide direct support with personal care, mobility, meal provision, and alternative feeding methods, following individual risk assessments and guidance.
• Assist with medication and health monitoring, including safe administration and accurate record-keeping, in line with policies.
• Promote safety and compliance by adhering to health and safety, infection control, safeguarding, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain high-quality service delivery through routine checks, equipment monitoring, and reporting concerns or risks promptly to senior staff.
• Foster respectful communication with service users, carers, and colleagues, ensuring a holistic and confidential approach to care.
• Undertake guide help duties where required, ensuring safe transport, proper use of safety equipment, and secure handling of personal belongings.

Essential Criteria:
Experience/Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF/VRQ/RQF Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent), OR
• Level 2 Diploma plus one year's paid care experience (ACS only), OR
• 4 GCSEs (A-C including English) plus one year's paid direct care experience, OR
• Two years' paid direct care experience (MHS only).
• Willingness to complete Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification within 18 months if not already held. Additional Requirements:
  • Willing to undertake the Level 3 qualification within one year of appointment.
  • Registered with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC) or willing to register upon appointment.
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (unless exempt due to disability and alternative transport is approved by the Trust). Driving may be required as part of the role.
  Desirable Criteria:
  • Experience of working within disability and adult community services.
  • NVQ/QCF/VRQ/RQF Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent qualification).
  For further information on this job, or any other Public Sector role in Northern Ireland, apply via the link or contact Ryan Sykes for a confidential chat today. VANRATH acts as an agency and employment business for permanent recruitment and the supply of temporary workers.