Residential Support Worker B5

Job Summary

The post holder will form part of the Residential Team, delivering short breaks and intensive support for children with intellectual disabilities and/or complex behavioural or health needs. The service is developmentally focused and follows best practice models. While primarily unit-based, interventions may also occur in community settings including youth groups, clubs, summer schemes, and family homes.

Location: Newry

Job Type: Temporary 

Duration of booking: Expected to last 3 months with possible extension

Proposed start date: ASAP

Pay Rates: Awaiting rates 

Hours / Working Days: 37.5 hours per week across working 5 days between Monday to Sunday, working hours 07:45-15:45, 15:00-23:00

Sector: Healthcare 

Based: Office / Hospital 

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to all relevant policies and procedures in daily practice.
• Share responsibility for the care and supervision of young people, including assisting primary or key workers.
• Maintain accurate and compliant records of observations and assessments.
• Maintain communication with parents/carers, schools, and professionals regarding each young person's needs.
• Actively participate in staff meetings, consultations, group discussions, and supervision.
• Develop positive relationships with young people and serve as a role model.
• Facilitate community integration by promoting participation in external activities.
• Accompany young people on outings, holidays, and to places of worship or contact visits.
• Support daily living tasks including housework, cooking, personal care, and maintenance of clothing.
• Supervise and assist with personal shopping and domestic responsibilities within the home.
• Participate in relevant training programs.
• Comply with health and safety legislation and associated policies.
• Handle public and trust fund monies with appropriate care and documentation.
• Undertake other duties appropriate to the role as required.

Personnel Specification

Essential Criteria

Qualifications and Experience:

 Must meet one of the following:

• Option 1: Age 21+ NVQ/QCF/RQF Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People (or equivalent) At least 1 year of relevant experience with children/young adults with intellectual disabilities
• Option 2: NVQ/QCF/RQF Level 2 in a Health and Social Care-related subject (or equivalent) At least 2 years relevant experience
• Option 3: 4 GCSEs (A–C) including English (or equivalent) At least 3 years relevant experience

Registration:

• Registered or eligible for registration with NISCC on the Social Care part of the register.
• Other Requirements:
• Flexible availability, including weekends
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (criteria waived if a disability prevents driving and suitable alternative transport is available)

Interview-Stage Criteria

• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Initiative and problem-solving abilities
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Empathy and responsiveness to service users
• Hobbies and interests suitable for a residential care environment

Desirable Criteria (used only if further shortlisting is required)

• NVQ/QCF/RQF Level 3 Caring for Children and Young People

Experience of working therapeutically with children/young people