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Paid ELearning & safeguarding
Are you a dedicated professional committed to making a tangible difference in the lives of others?
We are currently seeking compassionate Support Workers to join dynamic day centres across the Newtownabbey & Northern Trust area. In this role, you will play a key part in providing high-quality, person-centred care to support adults with learning disabilities, challenging behaviours and complex needs.
If you thrive in a fast paced environment that truly enriches and enhances the lives of others apply today!
What You'll Require:- Minimum of 6 months of paid experience delivering direct care within a care environment (or 2 years experience if without specific social care qualifications)
- Health & Social Care qualification (Level 2 Diploma/NVQ/QCF/VRQ/RCF) or 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including English and Maths
- Live NI Social Care Council registration (NISCC)
- Strong communication skills combined with a patient, empathetic, and compassionate approach
- Ability to work effectively within a team and demonstrate initiative
- Candidates will be subject to enhanced vetting, including an Enhanced Access NI check to include a Barred list check for Children & vulnerable adults depending on the role & setting
- Competitive salary aligned with public sector pay rates (£12.75 per hour)
- Stable 30-hour work week with consistent daytime shifts (9:00am - 3:30pm)
- Enhanced mileage allowance and a generous holiday package of up to 39 days
- Fully funded training, including eLearning and face-to-face modules
- Ongoing career development support and access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Short and long-term contracts available with clear extension opportunities
- Assist senior staff and management in the operational delivery of support services, promoting individual independence and well being.
- Provide expert, compassionate assistance with personal care and daily living activities tailored to assessed needs.
- Facilitate social inclusion by supporting service users during group activities, including arts and crafts, music, and community outings.
- Encourage engagement in local leisure visits and community events to foster a sense of belonging
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
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