Learning Disabilities Support Worker - Derry / Londonderry

NW Recruitment are delighted to announce that they are 1st Tier Framework Supplier on NHS Framework across all of Northern Ireland.

As a Healthcare Support worker you will provide essential support to patients in various healthcare settings, including hospital, nursing homes and residential units.

Working through our agency offers you flexibility to choose your assignments, work schedule while gaining diverse experience in different care environments.

• We offer free mandatory nurse led training across Northern Ireland in our in house training academies - Belfast - Derry/Londonderry - Enniskillen - Omagh -  Rathfriland – Coleraine
• Competitive hourly rates 
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including days, evenings , weekends and holidays.
• Holiday Pay
• Pension
• Opportunity to gain experience in diverse healthcare settings
• Ongoing training and professional development 
• Support from a dedicated agency team.

Responsibilities

Assist patients with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. Monitor patients  vital signs and report any changes or concerns to nursing staff.

• Minimum six months paid experience in a learning disability setting.
• Applicants must be prepared to obtain an Enhanced Access NI (Police Check)
• These positions are subject to Northern Ireland Social Care Council Registration (NISCC)

CPI training

The duties of a learning disability support worker break down into two main areas:

• promoting health
• promoting well-being

The responsibilities of a support worker vary depending on the needs of the individual client. Typically they include: Assessing the practical and emotional needs of a client and drawing up a care plan.  Support workers provide emotional support by talking to clients and listening to their problems and concerns.

NW Recruitment wishes to ensure equal opportunity is given to all.  This company will not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, religious belief, political opinion, marital status, age or disability.