Support Worker (Abbey House)

Apex Housing Association; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Housing Association is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for Abbey House, located in Derry-Londonderry. This full-time position involves providing essential support to older persons living with care. Applicants must have a qualification in Health and Social Care and experience in a formal care role. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible opportunities, and a supportive work culture with various benefits including a contributory pension scheme and training opportunities.

Benefits

20-23 days annual leave plus 12 public holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Enhanced sick pay, maternity and paternity pay

Workplace savings scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Health screening programmes

Comprehensive paid induction programme

Free on-site car parking

Qualifications

• Must have 6 months experience in a formal care/support role working with vulnerable adults.
• Must be currently registered with NISCC or achieve registration within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Providing support and care for up to 12 tenants at Abbey House.
• Working with older persons in a supported living accommodation setting.

Skills

Personal Care

Social Housing

Person Centred and Caring

Education

QCF/NVQ 2 Health and Social Care

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LOCATION: Abbey House, Derry-Londonderry POSITION:1x 37hrs Full-Time Post andReserve List for Permanent/Temporary, Full Time/Part Time posts within our Housing with Care schemes in the Derry-Londonderry Area. Abbey House provides older persons supported living accommodation giving support and care for up to 12 Housing with Care Tenants. It is situated in the city centre of Derry~Londonderry. Abbey provides 24-hour staff support services, 365 days a year. ESSENTIAL CRITERIA QCF/NVQ 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent And 6 months experience in a formal care/support role* working with vulnerable adults. Must be currently registered with NISCC or if new to the sector must achieve registration within 6 months. Previousexperienceinadministrativeduties. Or 2years'experiencein a formal care /support role* and previous experience of working with vulnerable adults. Must be currently registered with NISCC or if new to the sector must achieve registration within 6 months Previous experience in administrative duties. Must be willing to work towards completion of QCF Level 2 Health & Social Care *Formal Care / Support may include caring at home, where the carer is in receipt of Carers' Allowance. Formal Care / Support may also include voluntary work in a formal setting. All successful applicants will be required to provide documentary evidence of their right to work in the UK. Please note Apex do not hold a license to sponsor Working Visa's. WHY WORK FOR APEX? We offer: Competitive pay Family friendly policies and flexible working opportunities Opportunities to learn, develop and progress in your position 20-23 days annual leave plus 12 public holidays, increasing with length of service Contributory pension scheme Enhanced sick pay, maternity pay and paternity pay Workplace savings scheme and monthly cash draw for staff (optional) Charity partnership with Children in Crossfire Excellent opportunities for development including support for further education courses Employee Assistance Programme provided by Inspire Workplaces including 24hr adviceline Bike to Work Scheme Staff wellbeing initiatives e.g. health screening programmes (Action Cancer) Staff in care and support roles also enjoy the following additional benefits: comprehensive paid induction programme enhanced pay over Christmas & New Year enhanced rate for overtime worked free on-site car parking This is a regulated post and will be subject to a satisfactory Access NI check. Apex is an equal opportunities employer. At this time we particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community, due to under representations in parts of our workforce. CLOSING DATE: Thursday 19th June 2025 APPLICATION PROCESS: If you are interested in applying for this postion please click on the Apply button or visit our own website Skills: Personal Care Social Housing Person Centred and Caring elderly Benefits: Contributory pension scheme Training and Development Opportunities Occupational sick pay / maternity pay 20 Annual Leave Days and 12 Bank Holidays

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