JOB TITLE:Support Worker - Learning Disability LOCATION: Beechway House, L'Derry POSITIONS AVAILABLE:Various posts available PLUS Reserve List: Permanent/Temporary, Part-Time/Full-Time posts for Beechway House Beechway House is a supported living accommodation giving care and support for 16 adults with mild to moderate learning disabilities. It is situated in the Waterside area of Derry Londonderry. Beechway House 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 or informal 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. Or 1 years experience in a formal or informal 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. Must be willing to work towards the completion of relevant qualification. Informal Care / Support may include caring at home, and may also include voluntary work This is a regulated post and will be subject to a satisfactory Access NI check. 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. 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 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:Wednesday 2nd April 2025 APPLICATION PROCESS: If you are interested in applying for this postion please click on the Apply button or visit our own website Skills: Health and Social Care Personal Care Social Housing Person Centred and Caring learning disability Benefits: 20 days paid leave 12 statutory days Occupational sick pay Maternity pay Contributory pension scheme Training and Development Opportunities