Make a difference as an Adult Learning Disability Support Worker
Have you ever considered a career as a Support Worker for people with a learning disability?
We are currently recruiting for Band 3 Support Workers based in Hollybank in Magherafelt, within both supported living and short breaks.
Recruitment Open Days
We are holding Recruitment Open Days on Thursday 5 March from 5pm-8pm and Saturday 7 March from 10am-1pm in the Terrace Hotel, Magherafelt where you can meet with staff members and learn more about what’s involved across our Short Breaks and Supported Living services.
You can drop-in on the day, complete an application form, and take part in an interview if you meet the criteria
If you would like further information, or to register your interest, please contact Sylvia Dickey on 028 7930 0878 or email sylvia.dickey@northerntrust.hscni.net
Please bring the following documentation on the day:
Valid passport and/or full birth certificate and proof of NI number (P45, P60, HMRC letter);
Proof of address (paper bank statement or utility bill, dated within the last three months), Photo ID.
Read more about how Hollybank is a ‘home from home’ and watch our short video to get an insight from some of our staff and Catherine, a supported living tenant.
What is the Trust’s Short Breaks service?
This service is for adults with a learning disability, who live at home with their parents/carers.
They come to Hollybank for a break, offering them an opportunity to enjoy activities with staff and peers, while providing carers with a break from their caring role.
What is Supported Living?
With Supported Living, adults with a learning disability live in their own homes, with support from staff. In Magherafelt, we have a Supported Living facility in Manor Downs.
Skills and qualities
Along with being a caring and compassionate person, who will need to demonstrate:
- Aged 17+
- Six months caring experience, either paid or unpaid; or
- NVQ or QCF Level 2 in care; or
- GNVQ/BTEC National Certificate or Higher Qualification in Care;
- A full driving licence, valid for use in the UK, and have access to a car on appointment.
This criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Trust which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post.
Could you volunteer?
If you don’t meet the criteria to apply for a paid role, there are also options to get involved as a volunteer. This is a great way to get experience in the field and find out more about working within our learning disability service.
Benefits of the role
As well as knowing you are making a difference to service users, the role also offers:
Flexibile shift work (daytime, evening, night time and sleepover shifts, over a seven-day period);
Ongoing training;
Annual leave and public holiday entitlement;
Career progression opportunities;
Variety – no two days are the same.
16th February 2026
