Senior Support Worker, Beechway House, Derry~Londonderry

Company: Apex Housing Association Ltd

Location:

Posted: May 1st, 2026

JOB TITLE: Senior Support Worker

LOCATION: Beechway House, Derry~Londonderry

POST: 1x37hrs Permanent PLUS Reserve List: Permanent/Temporary, Part-Time/Full-Time posts for Beechway House

Beechway House is a supported living accommodation giving care and support for 16 adults with mild to moderate learning disabilities. It is situated in the Waterside area of Derry ~Londonderry. Beechway House provides 24-hour staff support services, 365 days a year, supporting tenants to develop skills and get involved in day-to-day decision making.

Essential Criteria

Must be currently registered with NISCC or must achieve registration within 6 months

Have successfully completed Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or Equivalent*

AND

A minimum of 2 year's experience in a formal setting working in a support role with vulnerable adults with learning disabilities (either paid or unpaid).
Previous experience in administrative duties.
Previous supervisory experience

Must be willing to undertake and successfully complete:
Level 3 certificate in Learning Disability
Level 3 certificate in management

This is a regulated post and will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Access NI check. Please refer to attached link: AccessNI Code of Practice.

All successful applicants will also be required to provide documentary evidence of their right to work in the UK. Please note Apex do not hold a license to sponsor Working Visa's.

Apex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At this time we particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant Community, due to under representation in parts of our workforce.

WHY WORK FOR APEX?

We offer:

Competitive pay

Family friendly policies and flexible working opportunities

Opportunities to learn, develop and progress in your position

20-23 days annual leave plus 12 public holidays, increasing with length of service

Contributory pension scheme

Enhanced sick pay, maternity pay and paternity pay

Workplace savings scheme and monthly cash draw for staff (optional)

Charity partnership with Children in Crossfire

Excellent opportunities for development including support for further education courses

Employee Assistance Programme provided by Lena by Inspire including 24hr adviceline

Bike to Work Scheme

Staff wellbeing initiatives

Staff in care and support roles also enjoy the following additional benefits:

comprehensive paid induction programme

enhanced pay over Christmas & New Year

enhanced rate for overtime worked

free on-site car parking

Apply by 17/05/2026

To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.

WHJS1_NI

Apply Now