Support Worker (Female)

Support Worker (Female Only) | Lisburn | £13.45 per hour

Staffline Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a leading disability support organisation for a dedicated Female Support Worker to join their Supported Living Service in the Lisburn area. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of adults living with physical disabilities, sensory impairments, neurological conditions, and acquired brain injuries.

Hours Available

• 20 hours per week
• 35 hours per week
• Permanent contracts
• 3-week rolling rota
• Shifts: 8:00am to 3:00pm and 3:00pm to 9/10pm
• Flexibility required, including weekends, bank holidays and unsociable hours on a rotational basis

The Role

As a Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support to adults in a supported living environment, helping individuals maintain independence and achieve their personal goals. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting service users with daily living activities
• Providing personal care where required
• Promoting independence and community inclusion
• Assisting with social, leisure, and life skills activities
• Supporting medication administration in line with policy
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Participating in cleaning, household tasks and food preparation
• Working collaboratively as part of a supportive team

Essential Criteria

• Minimum 6 months' caring experience (paid or personal caring responsibilities)
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Interest in supporting people within a care environment
• Awareness of the needs of individuals with learning disabilities and physical disabilities

Benefits

• 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
• Paid breaks
• Paid NISCC registration fees
• Funded training and development opportunities, including QCF Level 3
• Enhanced bank holiday rates
• Pension scheme
• Occupational sick pay
• Health Cashback Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access
• Retail discount scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme

Important Information

• Female applicants only. This is an Occupational Requirement under the Sex Discrimination Order 1976.
• Successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Access NI check and reference checks.
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
• Visa sponsorship is not available.

If you are compassionate, reliable and passionate about supporting others to live independently, we would love to hear from you.

Skills:
Supported Living Physical Disability Adult Disability Support Work

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