Support Worker
MPA Recruitment
Employer Location: LONDONDERRYPhone Number: 02870357035
Email: muirinn.mccloskey@mparecruitment.co.uk
Web: www.mparecruitment.co.uk
Job description
As a Support Worker, you will provide person-centred care and support tailored to the individual needs of tenants. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will help promote independence, wellbeing, inclusion, and quality of life while ensuring the highest standards of care are maintained.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development, implementation, and review of individual support and care plans
- Support tenants to develop and maintain independent living skills, including personal care, domestic tasks, social skills, and community engagement.
- Act as a key worker, providing ongoing support and guidance to assigned tenants.
- Monitor and report any changes in tenants' health, wellbeing, or behaviour.
- Participate in the planning and delivery of activities, outings, holidays, and community events.
- Complete support assessments, reviews, and outcome-focused support plans.
- Build positive relationships with tenants, families, multidisciplinary teams, and external agencies.
- Promote inclusion and support tenants to engage with their local communities.
- Maintain accurate records and complete administrative duties to a high standard.
Skills and Qualifications
Essential Skills
- QCF NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum of 6 months' experience in a formal care or support role.
- Or Minimum of 2 years' experience in a formal care or support role.
- Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or mental health needs.
- Previous administrative experience.
- Current NISCC registration or willingness to obtain registration within six months.
- Willingness to undergo an Enhanced Access NI Disclosure check.
Further Information
Competitive hourly rates. Weekly pay every Friday. Flexible working patterns choose when, where, and how often you work. Excellent work-life balance. Holiday pay. Pension scheme. Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of care settings. Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant. 24 7 office and on call support.
- Vacancy ID
- 1785735
- Job ref.
- SW-LM
- Job Sector
- Carers and Support Workers
- Area
- Derry or Londonderry
- Location
- Derry/Londonderry
- Salary
- £13.47 per hour
- No. vacancies
- 1
- Contract Type
- Temporary
- Weekly hours
- 0
- Published date
- 10/09/2026
- Closing date
- 08/10/2026
- Worktime
- As and when required, normally varied shifts
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