Support Worker - Flexible weekend shifts

MPA Recruitment; Ballymena; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

First refusal on shifts

Weekend pay

Weekly pay

Holiday pay

On-call support

Job summary

MPA Recruitment in Ballymena, United Kingdom, is seeking Support Workers to assist adults with additional needs. This ongoing role offers shifts with weekend pay, weekly pay, holiday pay, and 24/7 on-call support.

You’ll work to promote independence and dignity in a care home setting, with flexible hours and local shifts. The role requires at least 6 months’ care experience, NISCC registration (or willingness to apply), and willingness to complete training.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months’ experience in a similar support or care role.
• NISCC registration (or willingness to apply).
• Willingness to complete training courses relevant to the role.
• Ability to undergo and pass an enhanced Access NI check.
• Health and Social Care qualification (Level 2 or higher) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality personal care and support to service users.
• Support individuals during meal times, ensuring nutritional needs are met.
• Encourage and promote independence and self-care skills.
• Assist with mobility and physical support when required.
• Carry out general housekeeping duties to maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Engage with service users through effective and respectful communication.
• Contribute to a positive, welcoming, and inclusive day centre environment.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Empathy

Education

Health and Social Care qualification (Level 2+

Job description

MPA Recruitment are currently hiring Support Workers to join our team by supporting adults with additional needs. This is an ongoing opportunity with an immediate start available — ideal for candidates seeking extra hours on the lead up to Christmas.

Join a dedicated and supportive team focused on promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life for all service users.

About the Role

You will work alongside experienced staff in a care home setting providing person-centred care and support to adults with a range of additional needs. This role focuses on enabling individuals to live as independently and comfortably as possible.

What MPA will offer you

• First refusal on available shifts
• Weekend pay-£14.20-£15.25
• Continuity of work
• Wide range of shifts across different sectors
• Choose when and where you work, helping you achieve a great work-life balance
• Long days, nights, mornings and evening shifts available
• Local shifts to keep travelling to a minimum
• The option to pick up shifts as and when you want
• Weekly pay
• Holiday pay
• 24/7 on-call support
• Friendly and supportive team of consultants and nurse management
• Competitive weekend pay rates

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality personal care and support to service users
• Support individuals during meal times, ensuring nutritional needs are met
• Encourage and promote independence and self-care skills
• Assist with mobility and physical support when required
• Carry out general housekeeping duties to maintain a safe and clean environment
• Engage with service users through effective and respectful communication
• Contribute to a positive, welcoming, and inclusive day centre environment

Essential Criteria

• Minimum of 6 months’ experience in a similar support or care role
• NISCC registration (or willingness to apply)
• Willingness to complete training courses relevant to the role
• Ability to undergo and pass an enhanced Access NI check

Desirable Criteria

• Health and Social Care qualification (e.g., Level 2 or higher)