Support Worker - Keady, Co. Armagh

Job description

We're Hiring: Support Worker Keady, Northern Ireland

Organisation: Mencap
Location: Keady, Northern Ireland
Contract: 1x Full-time (37.5 hours per week) and 1x part-time (22.5 hours per week)
Sleep-in Enhancement: £64.20 per night

Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals!
Mencap is looking for a passionate and caring Support Worker to join our incredible team in Keady. This is more than just a job it's a chance to truly make a difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities.

What Youll Do:

As a Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in helping individuals live as independently as possible. Your support will be tailored to each persons unique needs and could include:

• Assisting with personal care, daily routines, and household tasks

• Promoting independence, dignity, and choice

• Providing emotional support and encouragement

• Supporting with community engagement, appointments, and activities

• Being a friendly, trusted companion and advocate

What Were Looking For:

• A genuine passion for supporting others

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Empathetic, patient, and positive attitude

• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins

Shift Patterns:

Our services run 24/7, and rotas are shared at least 4 weeks in advance so you can plan ahead.

• Day Shifts: Between 07:00 22:00

• Sleep-in Shifts: 22:00 07:00 (Flat rate of £64.20 per sleep-in)

Additional Information:

• This role is subject to an Enhanced Access NI check, NISCC registration, and suitable references

• Please note: While Mencap is a licensed sponsor, we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this vacancy at this point in time due to high internal demand and non-availability of certificates of sponsorship.

Why Join Mencap?

• Be part of a supportive and inclusive organisation

• Make a real impact in your community

• Full training and career development opportunities

• Enjoy a rewarding and fulfilling role every day
  
  

Ready to Apply?

Start your journey with Mencap and help us change lives for the better.

Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Armagh

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English