At a Glance
- Tasks: Support adults with disabilities in daily living activities and promote social inclusion.
- Company: The Cedar Foundation, a caring organisation dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities.
- Benefits: Generous annual leave, paid breaks, free refreshments, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours available, with opportunities for career growth and training.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining valuable experience in the care sector.
- Qualifications: 6 months of caring experience and strong communication skills required.
The Cedar Foundation is seeking to recruit the following permanent position: Female Support Worker. (This position is open to female applicants only. The lawful recruitment of a female for this position falls within the exception allowed by Article 10 (2)(e) of the Sex Discrimination Order 1976.)
Location: Meadowvale Court, 195 Hillsborough Old Road, Lisburn, BT27 5WQ.
Salary: £13.45 per Hour
Hours: Various contracts available ranging between 21 to 35 hours per week. Support workers are required to work flexibly and be available to work unsociable hours and public holidays on a rotational basis.
The Service: At Meadowvale Court we provide support and care for adults over the age of 18 who have brain injury, physical, sensory or neurological disability. The extent of support and care provided is based on individual assessment of need. Personalised support services available include assistance with daily living activities, personal care, leisure and social skills and household management.
The Role: The role of Support Worker requires a team approach at all times with effective working relationships for the benefit of the service user. Responsibilities include:
- Assisting service users with activities of daily living and facilitating inclusion in a broad range of activities.
- Supporting service users with identified personal care and support needs.
Benefits:
- Annual Leave: 5.6 weeks in each leave year (inclusive of public and statutory holidays). This increases with length of service.
- Paid breaks
- Free tea and coffee
- Recognition & Reward scheme available to all staff in the course of their work
- Paid annual NISCC registration fees
- Investor in People accredited organisation with commitment to development of employees through paid training and learning opportunities, including QCF Level 3.
- Enhanced rate of pay for working on bank holidays
- Auto-enrolment pension scheme, 5% employee contribution and 4% employer contribution
- Occupational Sick Pay (2 weeks full pay, 2 weeks half pay after 6 months service)
- Employee Assistance Programme including access to 24/7 Doctors support
- Health Cashback Scheme
- Special offers at over 600 leading high street and online retailers
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
Please note - At present The Cedar Foundation does not offer Sponsorship.
Essential Criteria:
- A minimum of 6 months caring experience (paid employment or personal caring responsibilities)
- Effective verbal and written communication to include numeracy skills.
- Interest in working with people in a care environment.
- Awareness of the needs of people with physical, sensory, brain injury or learning disabilities.
For further information and to submit your application, click the apply icon.
Closing Date: Tuesday 18th August 2026 at 10am.
THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.
Female Support Worker in Lisburn employer: The Cedar Foundation
The Cedar Foundation is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its staff. Located in Lisburn, the organisation offers comprehensive benefits including generous annual leave, paid training opportunities, and a commitment to employee development, ensuring that every team member can grow and thrive in their role as a Female Support Worker. With a focus on personalised care for individuals with disabilities, employees are part of a meaningful mission that makes a real difference in the lives of others.
