Support Worker – Derry / Londonderry

Job Details

Job Type Full Time – Temporary
Location Derry/Londonderry
Salary £13.00 – £17.00
Experience 3 Months
Closing Date 11-02-2026

Contact Details

Name Ellen McCartney or Sophie Linton
Telephone 028 7161 6172
Email foylejobs@first-choice-rec.com

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Posted 1 day ago

Support Workers urgently required to work on behalf of our private healthcare client, located in their Derry/Londonderry setting.

As a contracted supplier to Praxis, this role requires a flexible candidate who is able to commit to 39 hours per week on a rolling rotation with variation of hours. Shifts include long days, waken nights, weekends and bank holidays. Candidates will be lone working based on 1:1 support.

Due to the nature of this role, it is essential that candidates must have 3 Months experience in supporting adults with learning disabilities and complex physical and/or behavioural needs in their own home.

This role is full time only, and you must be flexible to work days, nights, weekends as required on a rota basis.

Hourly rate is £13.00 – £17.00 depending on shift worked, with double time available at Bank & Public Holidays.

Face-to-face registration sessions are available in Foyle on 15th, 22nd, and 29th January.

If you are unable to attend on these dates, registration can be completed online via Teams, where required.

What We Need From You

• Experience working in a Healthcare Setting (with Learning Disability experience)
• To be Niscc registered, or willing to apply
• To have, or be willing to attend all mandatory training courses
• Willingness to undergo an enhanced Access Ni check

What We Will Offer You

• A minimum of 28 days paid holiday (pro rata)
• Inclusion into our company pension scheme
• Free Comprehensive and ongoing annual training courses
• Free Uniform
• 24 Hour on call service that can be accessed for emergencies

The Next Steps

• Contact Ellen McCartney or Sophie Linton on 028 71616172

First Choice is an equal opportunities employer