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JOB TITLE:Support Worker - Learning Disability/Mental Health
LOCATION: Railway Court
POST: Reserve List for Permanent/Temporary, Part-time/Full-TIme for Railway Court
Railway Court is a supported living accommodation giving support and care for up to 23 tenants with mild to moderate learning disabilities. It is situated centrally within Omagh. Railway Court provides 24-hour staff support services, 365 days a year supporting tenants to develop skills and get involved in day-to-day decision making.
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: Thursday 28th August 2025
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
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
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Temporary
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