Children’s Residential Support Worker

Children’s Residential Support Worker – Ballymena

Posted 3 days ago

We are working alongside the Northern Health and Social Care Trust to recruit for 2 x Children’s Residential Support Workers located in Ballymena. This role is to support children with disabilities and behaviours with complex needs.

These positions are available for immediate starts, preferably full time hours of 37.5 per week. Although, parttime will be considered. Various shift patterns available across a 7 day rota with Waken Night Shifts, Early, Late and Sleepovers. Hourly rate of £13.57 – £21.71 depending on shift worked, with a sleepover rate of £75.00.

Due to the nature of this role, it is essential to have previous experience with service users in a caring capacity with learning disabilities or behaviours that challenge (Children’s / Adults). Candidates must be NISCC registered, or willing to apply and hold a UK driving Licence, including business insurance.

This role also requires candidates to be trained in CPI Safety Intervention. If you are not trained with Safety Intervention, First choice can provide a 2 day training course. For those that are trained, evidence of this will be required prior to commencing work.

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
• Weekly pay

The Next Steps

• Contact Emer McNally or Áine Carlin on [contact hidden]
• Please send your CV to [contact hidden] to apply

First Choice is an equal opportunities employer