SUPPORT CARE WORKERS (LD)
HARMONI are looking for caring, compassionate people who want to make a difference. We offer flexible shifts and free training so please take the time to apply and come see our beautiful site overlooking Belfast Lough.
Whether you are new to care or an experienced support worker, there is a place for you at HARMONI.
Education/Qualifications:
- GCSE English and Maths at grade C (or equivalent)
- Level 2 Qualification in Health and Social Care or
equivalent
- (Level 3 will receive an enhanced hourly rate)
*If you do not possess any of the above, a commitment to undertake
relevant training
Skills/Experience:
- Six months experience caring for a vulnerable person (This
can be paid, voluntary or your own personal life experience)
- Organised and methodical to keep records and follow
procedures
- Good communication skills with a positive attitude
- Caring, sensitive and patient
- Reliable, punctual, and flexible
Pay: £11.59 to £11.79 per hour dependent on qualifications attained at the time of application i.e. QCF Level 3 for higher rate
Location: Stricklands Care Village, Downshire Road, Bangor
Hours: Varied permanent contracts
HARMONI will also consider applications for bank workers (casual, no mutuality of obligation).
HARMONI provides the following benefits:
- 28 days annual leave pro-rata increasing to 33 days after 5 years’ service
- Pension
- Comprehensive training and development programme
- Payment of professional fees (i.e. NISCC)
- Referral scheme for new staff
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free car parking
- Company sick pay scheme
- Staff discount scheme for many local and online retailers
- Other discretionary benefits
Support Care Workers will have demonstrable knowledge in the delivery of care and support to vulnerable adults and preferably have a minimum of QCF Level 2 or equivalent.
THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED WITH BARRED LIST ACCESS NI CHECK. COPIES OF THE RELEVANT POLICY ON THE RECRUITMENT OF EX-OFFENDERS, POLICY ON HANDLING AND STORAGE OF DISCLOSURE INFORMATION AS WELL AS THE ACCESS NI CODE OF PRACTICE ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST. PLEASE NOTE THAT HAVING A CRIMINAL RECORD WILL NOT NECESSARILY BE A BAR TO OBTAINING A POSITION WITH HARMONI.
TO APPLY: Please click DOWNLOAD APPLICATION PACK and return it with the equal opportunities monitoring form
NB - This is an ongoing recruitment exercise however applicants should return their completed applications as soon as possible.
Have a look at our website on www.harmoni.org.uk
HARMONI is an Equal Opportunities employer. Appointments are made on the basis of merit.