Support Worker | Foyle CONNECTS

TN United Kingdom; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the health and social care sector is seeking dedicated Support Workers to join their compassionate team. This role involves empowering individuals to develop independent living skills and providing high-quality support services. You will collaborate closely with Team Leaders to implement personalized support programs while ensuring a safe and respectful environment. With a commitment to integrity and teamwork, this organization offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals. If you are passionate about care and support, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working within the health and social care field.
• Participate in the company appraisal and staff review process.

Responsibilities

• Support and empower individuals to develop independent living skills.
• Collaborate with Team Leaders to implement support programmes.

Skills

Numeracy and literacy skills

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Risk assessment skills

Leadership skills

Time management skills

Job description

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08.05.2025

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Job Summary:

Support Workers are central to Praxis Care’s mission of providing quality care to individuals. Each Support Worker is part of a dedicated team that delivers high-quality, reliable support services.

They foster an encouraging environment that promotes independence, helping individuals achieve their desired outcomes.

At Praxis Care, we pride ourselves on maintaining a service where respect and dignity are paramount.

Sample Rota:

25 hours over 5 days

Monday 10.30am-4pm, Tuesday 11am-4pm, Wednesday 10.30am-4pm, Thursday 11am-4pm and Friday 10am-2pm

About The Role

Key Accountabilities:

• Support and empower individuals to develop or improve independent living skills as identified in person-centred plans, including assistance with domestic or social skills.
• Collaborate closely with Team Leaders and managers to prepare and implement individual and group support programmes.
• Work with other Support Workers and Team Leaders to promote a safe working and living environment, effectively resolving situations arising from conflict or challenging behaviours using appropriate techniques and language.
• Familiarize yourself with all administrative requirements of the service, ensuring relevant and important information is recorded and logged according to the service's reporting guidelines.
• Be fully aware of all policies and procedures in place within the service (including Health & Safety), ensuring attendance and participation in all related training.

Requirements of the Role:

• Participate in the company appraisal and staff review process.
• Adhere to and model the company values, behaviours, and competencies at all times.
• Carry out all duties of the post in accordance with Praxis expectations, regulations, and policies.
• Be prepared to take on additional duties and responsibilities as required.
• Work the necessary hours to meet the needs of the service.
• Where the role requires sleep-ins, a minimum additional payment of £45.00 per night applies

The above-mentioned duties are not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to carry out other duties as necessary. It should be noted that stated duties or locations associated with the post may change to meet the future needs of the organisation.

Criteria:

Numeracy and literacy skills.

Experience working within the health and social care field.

Problem-solving skills.

Organizational skills.

Attributes:

Team player.

Understanding of diversity.

Availability to work flexibly.

Skills Needed

People

Job Description

Job Summary:

Support Workers are central to Praxis Care’s mission of providing quality care to individuals. Each Support Worker is part of a dedicated team that delivers high-quality, reliable support services.

They foster an encouraging environment that promotes independence, helping individuals achieve their desired outcomes.

At Praxis Care, we pride ourselves on maintaining a service where respect and dignity are paramount.

Sample Rota:

25 hours over 5 days

Monday 10.30am-4pm, Tuesday 11am-4pm, Wednesday 10.30am-4pm, Thursday 11am-4pm and Friday 10am-2pm

About The Role

Key Accountabilities:

• Support and empower individuals to develop or improve independent living skills as identified in person-centred plans, including assistance with domestic or social skills.
• Collaborate closely with Team Leaders and managers to prepare and implement individual and group support programmes.
• Work with other Support Workers and Team Leaders to promote a safe working and living environment, effectively resolving situations arising from conflict or challenging behaviours using appropriate techniques and language.
• Familiarize yourself with all administrative requirements of the service, ensuring relevant and important information is recorded and logged according to the service's reporting guidelines.
• Be fully aware of all policies and procedures in place within the service (including Health & Safety), ensuring attendance and participation in all related training.

Requirements of the Role:

• Participate in the company appraisal and staff review process.
• Adhere to and model the company values, behaviours, and competencies at all times.
• Carry out all duties of the post in accordance with Praxis expectations, regulations, and policies.
• Be prepared to take on additional duties and responsibilities as required.
• Work the necessary hours to meet the needs of the service.
• Where the role requires sleep-ins, a minimum additional payment of £45.00 per night applies

The above-mentioned duties are not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to carry out other duties as necessary. It should be noted that stated duties or locations associated with the post may change to meet the future needs of the organisation.

Criteria:

Essential:

• Numeracy and literacy skills.
• Effective communication skills.

Desirable:

• Experience working within the health and social care field.

Skills & Competencies:

• Risk assessment skills.
• Leadership skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Time management skills.

Attributes:

• Team player.
• Understanding of diversity.
• Availability to work flexibly.

Skills Needed

People

About The Company

Praxis Care provides a wide variety of services to vulnerable adults and children, supporting individuals with mental ill health, learning disabilities, autism and dementia. Our staff teams are essential to ensuring the provision of these services.

As a new member to the team, you can expect to be trained and supported in a structured fashion to achieve the high standards expected by the people we support and mandated by our regulators.

Company Culture

Our core values include compassion, integrity, teamwork, innovation and resilience. We also ensure that kindness and respect is integral to every role within Praxis Care and these values are fundamental to the provision of care we deliver to the people we support.

If you are interested in a role that is rewarding, varied and positively impacts the lives of those we support, then we want to hear from you.

Desired Criteria

Required Criteria

Closing DateWednesday 21st May, 2025