Support Worker Derry

Royal Mencap Society; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Support Worker in Derry/Londonderry to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. In this part-time role, you will provide essential support and develop caring relationships while promoting independence and inclusion in the community. Benefit from comprehensive training, a supportive team environment, and the chance to help change lives.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Comprehensive training and ongoing development

Supportive work environment

Pension plan

Holiday buying options

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting others.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts.
• Patient and empathetic attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with learning disabilities in daily tasks.
• Assist with personal care and medication management.
• Encourage social inclusion and independence.

Skills

Compassion

Flexibility

Empathy

Education

Registration with NISCC

Job description

Join Our Team as a Support Worker – Make a Real Difference in Derry/Londonderry!

Location: Derry/Londonderry

Contract Types: Part-time (various hours and shifts available)

Sponsorship: Unfortunately, this role does not meet the salary threshold for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

Are you a compassionate, patient, and dedicated individual with a passion for helping others? Mencap is looking for enthusiastic Support Workers to join our team in Derry/Londonderry. Your role will have a lasting impact on the lives of people with learning disabilities.

What You’ll Do:

• Support people with learning disabilities in their daily lives and routines
• Assist with personal care and medication, including bathing and dressing
• Help with finances and everyday tasks like shopping and bill payments
• Encourage independence and social inclusion by supporting community activities and groups
• Use Positive Behaviour Support strategies to enhance quality of life
• Build trusting, meaningful relationships based on empathy and respect

Qualifications and qualities include:

• A genuine passion for supporting others
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts including evenings, weekends, and overnight
• A positive, patient, and empathetic attitude
• Willingness to register with NISCC and undergo an enhanced Access NI check

Available contracts:

• Cityside: 1 x 24-hour part-time contract
• Waterside: 1 x 23-hour flexible contract, and 1 x 23-hour waking night contract

Shifts:

• Day Shifts: 7:00am – 11:00pm
• Night Shifts: 9:00pm – 9:00am (Rota prepared 4+ weeks in advance to support your work/life balance)

Benefits include:

• Being part of a passionate, inclusive, and supportive team
• Helping change lives through meaningful work
• Comprehensive training and ongoing development
• Making a real impact in your local community

Note: While Mencap is a licensed sponsor, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role due to current Home Office salary thresholds for Skilled Worker visas.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and start your journey with Mencap today!

Benefits include 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time), pension, holiday buying options, ongoing training, and a supportive work environment.

About Mencap

Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. We support individuals, families, and carers, advocating for a kinder, fairer, and more inclusive society.

Everyone at Mencap works with people with learning disabilities, providing support, advice, or working alongside colleagues. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds and offer various contract types and working patterns. We value personality and values over specific experience. We will provide training and development to help you succeed in your role.

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