Support Worker (Level 2)

Inspire Wellbeing; Antrim; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization is seeking a compassionate Support Worker in Mallusk to assist individuals with learning disabilities. The role includes providing personal care, encouraging social participation, and driving for community engagement. Candidates should be adaptable and resilient with a passion for making a difference. Excellent career progression and training opportunities available.

Benefits

Enhanced Annual Leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Shopping Discounts

Employee Wellbeing Initiatives

Death in Service Benefit

Occupational Sick Pay

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Ability to handle non-verbal communication and mood changes.
• Willingness to engage in personal care and medication management.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist support to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Use the Positive Behaviour Support model.
• Encourage participation in activities and social outings.

Skills

Compassion

Resilience

Adaptability

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 or 5 in Health and Social Care

Job description

The Vacancy

Location: Mallusk, Newtownabbey

Shifts Available: Full-time & Part-Time (39, 26, 13-hour contracts available - 13 hour shift pattern)

Salary: £27,824.16 - £30,136.08*

Make a Difference in Learning Disability & Trauma Support. Join Our Team at Mallusk!

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real impact in the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities and complex needs?

Mallusk is a 24 hour Supported Livings scheme, currently housing 5 residents (male and female) with complex needs associated with learning disabilities. We provide specialist, person-centred support to assist the people we care for to build confidence, develop independence, and thrive in a supportive environment.

What Makes Mallusk Special?

Mallusk is a dynamic, fast-paced service that supports individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, and trauma backgrounds. Every day brings opportunities to make a real difference, whether it's helping a service user gain confidence shopping independently, attend a concert for the first time, or build friendships within the service.

Here, staff work together to encourage independence and self-growth through engaging activities, structured routines, and trauma-informed care. Some of the key activities and initiatives that make our service unique include:

• Supporting those we care for in building friendships and social networks.
• Recreational & therapeutic activities - book club, fitness classes, cycling. We are currently undertaking planning the build of an allotment and sensory area.
• Social & leisure activities - hot chocolate nights, movie nights, discos, and cinema trips
• Helping individuals build life skills, from managing money to personal care

What Does the Role Involve?

As a Support Worker, you will:

• Provide specialist support to individuals with intellectual disabilities and trauma backgrounds
• Use the Positive Behaviour Support model to assess and respond to non-verbal communication and mood changes
• Assist the people we care for with daily living, personal care, and medication management
• Encourage the people we care for to participate in activities and social outings
• Drive the scheme vehicle to facilitate appointments and community participation
• Work collaboratively with a team of 11 per shift, including Team Leaders, Deputy Managers, and the Area Manager

Opportunities for Growth & Development

Mallusk is a fantastic place for those looking to build a career in care. There are great options to benefit from, for example:

• To gain your NVQ Level 3 or 5 Qualifications
• To benefit from our Team Leader Mentorship Programme
• To engage with regular training and hands-on experience in specialist support and trauma-informed care

Who We're Looking For:

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Person-centred, compassionate, and adaptable
• Able to work in a fast-changing environment
• Bubbly and engaging, with a real passion for supporting others
• Resilient and dedicated to learning and developing in the field of care

Why Join Us?

The small wins make your day, whether it's helping a service user gain independence or seeing them smile after achieving a personal goal

• Career progression and personal development opportunities
• A supportive, knowledgeable team that values learning and collaboration
• A rewarding environment where every day is different, and your work makes a real impact

Ready to Apply?

Click Apply Now to start your journey with us! If you'd like to chat about the role before applying, feel free to Holly Winch for an informal conversation.

Please note if successful at interview, the applicant will have to complete an enhanced disclosure check.

Following the interviews a waiting list will be created for similar posts for a nine month period.

* (This is inclusive of a Challenging Behaviour Allowance of 25p per hour).

Inspire is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection based on merit.

Our Organisation

Inspire is an all-island charity and social enterprise and our aim is wellbeing for all. We work together with people living with mental ill health, intellectual disability, autism and addictions to ensure they live with dignity and realise their full potential.

We campaign to create a society free from stigma and discrimination with a culture of compassion that focuses on people and their abilities.

Our Benefits

• Enhanced Annual Leave
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Shopping Discounts
• Employee Wellbeing Initiatives
• Death in Service Benefit
• Occupational Sick Pay

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