Support Workers, Railway Court, Omagh, Co. Tyrone Closing Date: Tuesday, 20 January 2026

NIFHA Corporate Partnership; Omagh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization based in Omagh seeks Support Workers to provide care for tenants with learning disabilities at Railway Court. The role requires a QCF/NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent, and candidates must have experience in a formal care support role. Responsibilities include assisting tenants with day-to-day decisions and developing skills. Employee benefits include 20 days annual leave, statutory sick pay, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

20 days paid annual leave

Occupational sick pay/maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Must have 6 months experience in a formal care/support role.
• Previous experience of working with individuals with learning disabilities.
• Current registration with NISCC or ability to gain registration within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Support tenants in day-to-day decision making.
• Assist tenants in developing skills.
• Provide 24-hour staff support services.

Skills

Understanding learning disabilities

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

QCF/NVQ 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent

Relevant qualification in progress

Job description

Support Workers, Railway Court, Omagh, Co. Tyrone Apex Housing Association

• Closing Date: 20 January 2026
• Job Ref: SWRailway/01/26

Railway Court is a supported living accommodation giving support and care for up to 23 tenants with mild to moderate learning disabilities. It is situated centrally within Omagh. Railway Court provides 24-hour staff support services, 365 days a year supporting tenants to develop skills and get involved in day-to-day decision making.

QCF/NVQ 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent
And
6 months experience in a formal care/support role* and previous experience of working with individuals with learning disabilities/ mental healthissues.

MustbecurrentlyregisteredwithNISCCorifnew tothe sector mustachieve registration within 6 months.

Or
2 years’ experience in a formal care /support role* and previous experience of working with individuals with Learning Disabilities/ Mental Health issues.

Must be currently registered with NISCC or if new to the sector must achieve registration within 6 months

Must be willing to work towards the completion of relevant qualification.

*Formal Care / Support may include caring at home, where the carer is in receipt of Carers’ Allowance. Formal Care / Support may also include voluntary work in a formal setting.

Employee Benefits

20 days paid annual leave and 12 statutory, Occupational sick pay / maternity pay, Contributory pensions scheme, Training and Development Opportunities. Free onsite parking.

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