Support Workers, Beechway House, Derry~Londonderry Closing Date: Wednesday, 14 October 2026

NIFHA; Derry/Londonderry; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Sick pay

Pension

Training

Onsite parking

Job summary

NIFHA is recruiting for a Care Worker at Beechway House in Derry/Londonderry, NI. The role provides care and support for 16 adults with mild to moderate learning disabilities, with 24-hour staff coverage throughout the year.

Successful applicants will have QCF/NVQ2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent, and meet NISCC registration requirements within six months, with options to progress qualifications while employed.

Qualifications

• QCF/NVQ2 Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• 6 months experience in a formal or informal care/support role and previous experience with learning disabilities/mental health issues.
• Must be currently registered with NISCC or achieve registration within 6 months.
• Or 1 year’s experience in a formal or informal care/support role with learning disabilities/mental health issues.
• Must be willing to work towards relevant qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support for adults with learning disabilities/mental health needs.
• Assist tenants with day-to-day activities and decision making.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Education

QCF/NVQ2 Health and Social Care or equivalent

NISCC registration

Job description

• Closing Date: 14 October 2026
• Job Ref: SWBway/10/26

Beechway House is a supported living accommodation giving care and support for 16 adults with mild to moderate learning disabilities. It is situated in the Waterside area of Derry ~Londonderry. Beechway House 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 or informal 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
1 years’ experience in a formal or informal 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.

*Informal Care / Support may include caring at home, and may also include voluntary work

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.

• 10 Butcher Street Derry City Co Londonderry BT48 6HL