Day Care Support Worker

VanRath; Lurgan Township (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency is seeking a Day Care Support Worker to join a recognized public sector employer in Lurgan Township. This temporary role involves supporting adults with disabilities through person-centred care both in centre-based and community settings. Candidates must hold relevant qualifications and a willingness to pursue further training.

Qualifications

• Experience/Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent required.
• Willing to complete Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Support person-centred care and contribute to care plans.
• Provide direct support with personal care, mobility, and meal provision.
• Assist with medication, health monitoring, and maintain service quality.

Skills

Person-centred care

Communication

Medication administration

Education

NVQ/QCF/VRQ/RQF Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care

4 GCSEs (A-C including English)

Job description

Role: Day Care Support Worker - Temporary - Lurgan
Job Overview
VANRATH are delighted to support one of Belfast's most recognisable public sector employers who are actively seeking a Day Care Support Worker to join their team on an interim basis - To work collaboratively within day services to support adults with learning, physical, sensory, cognitive, or age-related disabilities, meeting their assessed needs through both centre-based and community-based care.

• Salary: Band 3
• 30 hours/week, Monday to Friday
• Starting 30th June, 2025

Key Responsibilities:

• Support person-centred care by contributing to assessment, implementation, and regular review of individual care plans alongside a multi-disciplinary team.
• Deliver care and activities independently or as part of a team, both within the centre and the wider community, to meet complex physical, behavioural, and health needs.
• Provide direct support with personal care, mobility, meal provision, and alternative feeding methods, following individual risk assessments and guidance.
• Assist with medication and health monitoring, including safe administration and accurate record-keeping, in line with policies.
• Promote safety and compliance by adhering to health and safety, infection control, safeguarding, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain high-quality service delivery through routine checks, equipment monitoring, and reporting concerns or risks promptly to senior staff.
• Foster respectful communication with service users, carers, and colleagues, ensuring a holistic and confidential approach to care.
• Undertake guide help duties where required, ensuring safe transport, proper use of safety equipment, and secure handling of personal belongings.

Essential Criteria:
Experience/Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF/VRQ/RQF Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent), OR
• Level 2 Diploma plus one year's paid care experience (ACS only), OR
• 4 GCSEs (A-C including English) plus one year's paid direct care experience, OR
• Two years' paid direct care experience (MHS only).
• Willingness to complete Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification within 18 months if not already held. Additional Requirements:
  • Willing to undertake the Level 3 qualification within one year of appointment.
  • Registered with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC) or willing to register upon appointment.
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (unless exempt due to disability and alternative transport is approved by the Trust). Driving may be required as part of the role.
  Desirable Criteria:
  • Experience of working within disability and adult community services.
  • NVQ/QCF/VRQ/RQF Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent qualification).
  For further information on this job, or any other Public Sector role in Northern Ireland, apply via the link or contact Ryan Sykes for a confidential chat today. VANRATH acts as an agency and employment business for permanent recruitment and the supply of temporary workers.