Job Title: Residential Support Worker (Band 3)
Location: Banbridge
Duration: Temporary, Full Time - Until end of January
Hours: 37.5 hours
Salary: Band 3
Apple Recruitment Services are delighted to be recruiting a Residential Support Worker (Band 3) on behalf of our public sector client.
This is an excellent opportunity to support older people within a residential care setting, delivering safe, effective, and compassionate person-centred care as part of a dedicated care team.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide day-to-day personal care and support to residents in line with individual care plans
Assist residents with mobility, feeding, toileting, and daily living activities
Promote dignity, independence, and wellbeing for all service users
Support or administer medication in accordance with Trust policies and procedures
Observe, record, and report changes in residents' condition or behaviour
Contribute to health, social, and leisure activity planning
Communicate effectively with families, advocates, and multidisciplinary teams
Maintain accurate written records and reports
Support safeguarding, risk management, and adult protection procedures
Participate in training, team meetings, and service development activities
Essential Criteria:
NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) plus 1 year's paid experience delivering direct personal care OR
4 GCSEs (Grade C or above including English Language) plus 1 year's paid experience delivering direct personal care and willingness to complete Level 2 qualification OR
Minimum 18 months' paid experience delivering direct personal care and willingness to complete Level 2 qualification
Willingness to complete QCF Level 3 qualification in Health Care (provided by the Trust)
Effective communication skills demonstrating empathy, patience, and compassion
Ability to work as part of a team and use initiative in a busy environment
Strong organisational skills and flexibility
Additional Requirements:
Enhanced Access NI clearance including Adult Barred List (mandatory)
Current NISCC Registration (mandatory)
Immediate availability
Willingness to work shift patterns including unsocial hours
How to Apply:
If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft Word format to Julie at julie.skelly@applerecruitment.com before 12 noon on Tuesday 6 January 2026.
Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date, including full employment history, academic achievements, and contact details.
Only applicants meeting the essential criteria will be considered.
Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.