JOB TITLE:Support Worker - Learning Disability/Mental Health POST: Reserve List for Permanent/Temporary, Part-time/Full-TIme for both Railway Court and Woodbank House ESSENTIAL CRITERIA QCF/NVQ 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent And 6 months experience in a formal care/support role* and previous experience of working with individuals with learning disabilities/ mental healthissues.
MustbecurrentlyregisteredwithNISCCorifnew tothe sector mustachieve registration within 6 months.
Previous experience in administrative duties.
Or 2 years' experience in a formal 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 Previous experience in administrative duties.
Must be willing to work towards the completion of relevant qualification.
*Formal Care / Support may include caring at home, where the carer is in receipt of Carers' Allowance.
Formal Care / Support may also include voluntary work in a formal setting.
This is a regulated post and will be subject to a satisfactory Access NI check.
WHY WORK FOR APEX?
We offer: Competitive pay Family friendly policies and flexible working opportunities Opportunities to learn, develop and progress in your position 20-23 days annual leave plus 12 public holidays, increasing with length of service Contributory pension scheme Enhanced sick pay, maternity pay and paternity pay Workplace savings scheme and monthly cash draw for staff (optional) Charity partnership with Children in Crossfire Excellent opportunities for development including support for further education courses Employee Assistance Programme provided by Inspire Workplaces including 24hr adviceline Bike to Work Scheme Staff wellbeing initiatives e.g.
health screening programmes (Action Cancer) Staff in care and support roles also enjoy the following additional benefits: comprehensive paid induction programme enhanced pay over Christmas & New Year enhanced rate for overtime worked free on-site car parking All successful applicants will also be required to provide documentary evidence of their right to work in the UK.
Please note Apex do not hold a license to sponsor Working Visa's.
Apex is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
At this time we particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant Community, due to under representation in parts of our workforce.
CLOSING DATE: Tuesday 3rd December 2024 APPLICATION PROCESS: If you are interested in applying for this position please click on the Apply button or visit our own website Skills: Health and Social Care Personal Care Social Housing Person Centred and Caring mental health learning disability Benefits: 20 days paid leave + 12 statutory days Occupational sick pay Maternity pay Contributory pension scheme Training and Development Opportunities