Support Worker, Railway Court, Omagh Co. Tyrone

NIFHA - Northern Ireland Federation of Housing Association; Omagh; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing support organization in Omagh seeks a Support Worker to assist individuals with learning disabilities in a supported living accommodation. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and experience, and they will benefit from training and development opportunities as well as competitive leave and pension schemes.

Benefits

20 days paid annual leave

Occupational sick pay/maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Must have 6 months experience in a formal care/support role or 2 years’ experience in a formal care/support role.
• Must be currently registered with NISCC or achieve registration within 6 months.
• Must be willing to work towards completion of relevant qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour staff support to tenants in a supported living environment.
• Assist tenants in developing skills and participating in day-to-day decision making.
• Support individuals with mild to moderate learning disabilities.

Skills

Support for individuals with learning disabilities

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

QCF/NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Home > Jobs > Support Worker, Railway Court, Omagh Co. Tyrone Apex Housing Association

Support Worker, Railway Court, Omagh Co. Tyrone Apex Housing Association

• Closing Date: 13 October 2025
• Contract: Various Contracts Available
• Job Ref: SWRailway/10/25

Railway Court is a supported living accommodation giving support and care for up to 23 tenants with mild to moderate learning disabilities. It is situated centrally within Omagh. Railway Court provides 24-hour staff support services, 365 days a year supporting tenants to develop skills and get involved in day-to-day decision making.

QCF/NVQ 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent
And
6 months experience in a formal care/support role* and previous experience of working with individuals with learning disabilities/ mental health issues.

Must be currently registered with NISCC or if new to the sector must achieve registration within 6 months.

Or
2 years’ experience in a formal care /support role* and previous experience of working with individuals with Learning Disabilities/ Mental Health issues.

Must be currently registered with NISCC or if new to the sector must achieve registration within 6 months

Must be willing to work towards the completion of relevant qualification.

*Formal Care / Support may include caring at home, where the carer is in receipt of Carers’ Allowance. Formal Care / Support may also include voluntary work in a formal setting.

Employee Benefits
20 days paid annual leave and 12 statutory, Occupational sick pay / maternity pay, Contributory pensions scheme, Training and Development Opportunities. Free onsite parking.