Care Assistant
Job summary
The Cedar Foundation is seeking to recruit the following staff member:
Ref: 26-085-CA-TL-WEB
Job Role: Care Assistant (Day)
Location: Twisel Lodge, 19A Church Ave, Holywood, BT18 9BJ
Salary: £13.45 per hour
Hours: 36 hours per week – 3 x 12 hour shifts (Day shifts)
Flexibility is required to work within the rota system in order to meet the needs of the residents, the service and statutory regulation and availability to work evenings and weekends as required.
If you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of others and caring for people who have a learning disability and associated complex needs we would love to meet you!
The Service
Twisel Lodge in Holywood Co. Down, is a residential home, registered with RQIA to provide services for 8 adults who have Learning Disabilities and associated complex needs.
For most of our residents Twisel Lodge is their home however as part of the eight-person service, we also provide a 'respite' facility through which adults with learning disabilities can come and stay with us for a break. This service provides an opportunity for the main carers to get a break from caring duties and enables them to refresh and to be able to continue their caring role.
The Role
As part of the caring team, you will help create and maintain a caring and safe environment where the personal care and social needs of the residents are fulfilled.
Benefits
- Refer a Friend Scheme- £250 if the candidate successfully remains in post for a minimum of 6 months.
- Annual Leave 5.6 weeks in each leave year (inclusive of public and bank holidays). This increases with length of service, up to 33 days per year.
- 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 Champion with commitment to development of employees through paid training and learning opportunities, including RQF Level 3 diploma.
- 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
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 learning and physical disabilities.
For further information and to submit your application, click the apply icon.
Closing Date: 13th October 2026 at 10am
THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
Care Assistant in Belfast employer: The Cedar Foundation
The Cedar Foundation is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Health Care Support Workers in the vibrant community of Bangor. With competitive pay rates, generous benefits including paid training opportunities and a commitment to employee development, staff are empowered to grow both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. Join a team that values collaboration and compassion, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported in their role.
