At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with learning disabilities in daily activities and promote inclusion.
- Company: Join The Cedar Foundation, a leading care provider with a commitment to employee development.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous annual leave, paid training, and health cashback schemes.
- Other info: Flexible hours and opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment.
- 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 predicted salary is between 13.45 - 13.45 £ per hour.
The Cedar Foundation is seeking to recruit for the following permanent position: Support Worker - Croft Day Services.
Salary: £13.45 per hour
Location: Croft Communities, 71 Bloomfield Rd, Bangor, BT20 4UR
Hours: 30 hours per week (Monday to Friday 9:15 to 3:15pm) (Flexibility is required to ensure the needs of the service are met. Support Workers must be available to work unsociable hours and on public holidays on a rotational basis. Working Pattern can be discussed)
The Service: Croft Communities Day Services provides day care and day opportunities for individuals with learning disabilities based in Bangor, Co Down. Day Services is registered with RQIA to provide 6 Daycare places per day within the facility.
The Role: The role of Support Worker always requires a team approach with effective working relationships for the benefit of the service user. This includes:
- To assist service users with activities of daily living and facilitate inclusion of service users in a broad range of activities.
- To support service users with identified personal care and support needs.
Support workers are required to work flexibly and be available to work unsociable hours and public holidays on a rotational basis.
Benefits:
- Annual Leave 5.6 weeks (pro rata) in each leave year (inclusive of statutory days). This increases to 6.6 weeks after 5 years' service and 7 weeks after 10 years' of service.
- Paid breaks.
- Free on-site parking.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Free tea and coffee available.
- Paid annual NISCC registration fees.
- Investor in People Platinum organisation with commitment to development of employees through paid training and learning opportunities, including RQF Level 3.
- 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.
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.
Closing Date: Friday, 17th July 2026 at 10:00 am
THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
Please note - At present The Cedar Foundation does not offer Sponsorship.
Support Worker Croft Day Services TLNT1_NI employer: The Cedar Foundation
The Cedar Foundation is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. With generous benefits such as extensive annual leave, paid training opportunities, and a commitment to employee development, staff can thrive both personally and professionally while working in the beautiful setting of Bangor. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values flexibility, collaboration, and the well-being of our service users.
