Day Care Support Worker

Company: MPA Recruitment
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Location: Newry
Job Description:

ob: Band 3 Support Worker Location: Ardaveen Manor, Bessbrook (supported living service) Employer: MPA Recruitment working with the local Health & Social Care Trust Hours: 37.5 hours per week, rota Monday-Sunday – 8am-8.15pm

Main Role: Supporting people in supported living accommodation to live as independently as possible in their own homes. Typical duties:

  • Help tenants with personal care and daily living tasks
  • Support with household tasks, bills, and tenancy responsibilities
  • Encourage independence and social inclusion
  • Attend tenant meetings and support decision-making
  • Support health needs and medical appointments
  • Report safeguarding concerns
  • Work with senior support workers and management

Qualifications needed (one of these):

  • Level 2 Health & Social Care + 6 months care experience
  • OR 4 GCSEs (including English) + 6 months care experience
  • OR 2 years paid care experience

Other requirements:

  • Willing to complete Level 3 Health & Social Care within 1 year
  • Register with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC)
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a car (with disability exceptions)

Posted: July 2nd, 2026