Support Worker - Keady, Co. Armagh

Royal Mencap Society; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Keady, Northern Ireland, is hiring a Support Worker to assist individuals in achieving independence and completing daily tasks. The ideal candidate should have a genuine passion for support work and possess excellent communication skills. This full-time role offers flexible shifts and the opportunity to make a real impact in the community while receiving full training and support.

Benefits

Full training and career development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive organization

Make a real impact in your community

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for supporting others.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Empathetic, patient, and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and daily routines.
• Promote independence and dignity.
• Provide emotional support and encouragement.
• Support community engagement and activities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Empathetic and patient attitude

Flexibility in shift patterns

Genuine passion for supporting others

Job description

Overview

We're Hiring: Support Worker – Keady, Northern Ireland

Organisation: Mencap
Location: Keady, Northern Ireland
Contract: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Sleep-in Enhancement: £63.70 per night

What You’ll Do

As a Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in helping individuals live as independently as possible. Your support will be tailored to each person’s unique needs and could include:

• Assisting with personal care, daily routines, and household tasks
• Promoting independence, dignity, and choice
• Providing emotional support and encouragement
• Supporting with community engagement, appointments, and activities
• Being a friendly, trusted companion and advocate

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine passion for supporting others
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Empathetic, patient, and positive attitude
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins

Shift Patterns

Our services run 24/7, and rotas are shared at least 4 weeks in advance so you can plan ahead.

• Day Shifts: Between 07:00 – 22:00
• Sleep-in Shifts: 22:00 – 07:00 (Flat rate of £62.45 per sleep-in)

Additional Information

• This role is subject to an Enhanced Access NI check, NISCC registration, and suitable references
• Please note: While Mencap is a licensed sponsor, we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role due to a high volume of internal sponsorship applications.

Why Join Mencap?

• Be part of a supportive and inclusive organisation
• Make a real impact in your community
• Full training and career development opportunities
• Enjoy a rewarding and fulfilling role every day

Ready to Apply?

Start your journey with Mencap and help us change lives for the better.