Support Worker (Beechway)

Apex Housing Association; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Northern Ireland is seeking a Support Worker to provide care for adults with learning disabilities. The role includes developing skills and supporting tenant decision-making in a supportive living environment. Applicants should have relevant qualifications and care experience. This position offers competitive pay, flexible working opportunities, and various employee benefits, including annual leave and pension plans.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Family friendly policies

20-23 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Enhanced sick pay

Training and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in a care/support role and experience with individuals with learning disabilities.
• Must be currently registered with NISCC or achieve registration within 6 months.
• Willing to work towards relevant qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support for adults with learning disabilities.
• Assist tenants in skill development and decision-making.
• Ensure high-quality support services are maintained.

Skills

Health and Social Care

Personal Care

Social Housing

Person Centred and Caring

Learning Disability

Education

QCF/NVQ 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent

Job description

Overview

JOB TITLE: Support Worker - Learning Disability

LOCATION: Beechway House, L'Derry

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Various posts available

PLUS Reserve List: Permanent/Temporary, Part-Time/Full-Time posts for Beechway House

Beechway House is a supported living accommodation giving care and support for 16 adults with mild to moderate learning disabilities. It is situated in the Waterside area of Derry ~Londonderry. Beechway House provides 24-hour staff support services, 365 days a year, supporting tenants to develop skills and get involved in day-to-day decision making.

Essential Criteria

• QCF/NVQ 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent
• 6 months experience in a formal or informal care/support role* and previous experience of working with individuals with learning disabilities/ mental health issues.
• Must be currently registered with NISCC or if new to the sector must achieve registration within 6 months.
• Or 1 year’s experience in a formal or informal care /support role* and previous experience of working with individuals with Learning Disabilities/ Mental Health issues.
• Must be currently registered with NISCC or if new to the sector must achieve registration within 6 months.
• Must be willing to work towards the completion of relevant qualification.
• *Informal Care / Support may include caring at home, and may also include voluntary work

This is a regulated post and will be subject to a satisfactory Access NI check.

All successful applicants will also 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

Apex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At this time we particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant Community, due to under representation in parts of our workforce.

Application

CLOSING DATE: Monday 29th September 2025

APPLICATION PROCESS: If you are interested in applying for this postion please click on the Apply button or visit our own website

Skills

• Health and Social Care
• Personal Care
• Social Housing
• Person Centred and Caring
• learning disability

Benefits

• 20 days paid leave + 12 statutory days
• Occupational sick pay
• Maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Training and Development Opportunities