Jobs, fresher vacancy - Short Breaks Project Worker • UK

Company: Cedar Foundation

UK

Job Role Short Breaks Project WorkerLocation Western Health & Social Care Trust Area (Northern Sector)Salary £27,694 per Annum Hours 37 hours per week (30 hours direct contact with families and 7 hoursadministration; flexible (agile) working is available for the completion of administration)Please note: This role is Temporary initially to 31/03/2027,Due to the nature of our work with young people, the majority of the Service is delivered late afternoons, evenings and weekends (not Sunday)The ServiceShort Breaks is a fun and exciting service providing individual support to children and young people with, disabilities, autism and brain injury some of whom may display behaviours that challenge.The service proves one to one social and emotional support to children and young people. To enable them to develop friendships and access social and recreational opportunities within their local community, whilst providing parents and carers with a regular short break.The RoleThe Project worker will work to enable young people to access a range of fun activities within their own home or their local area on a one to one basis. It may be attending a local youth club, educational play such as arts and crafts or supporting the young people in sporting or other social/leisure activities. The Project Worker will provide personal care and transport to young people where necessary, andthis may include some manual handling taskBenefitsStarting on 20 days annual leave pro rata plus Cedar recognises 12 statutory daysCedar offer an enhanced auto-enrolment pension scheme consisting of 4% employee contribution and 5% employer contribution.Occupational Sick Pay SchemeInvestor in People Champion with commitment to development of the staff team through training and learning opportunitiesStaff recognition & reward incentives aligned to high standards of performanceCashback health schemeSpecial offers at over 600 leading high street and online retailers.Cycle to work schemePlease Note - The Cedar Foundation does not offer SponsorshipEssential CriteriaAn RQF/NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Health & Social Care or 5 GCSEs A-C including English Language, or equivalent qualification in relevant field, AND Minimum of 6 months' paid experience in a caring role providing direct care and support to individualsProficiency in IT skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Teams, ZoomAbility to work independently with good organisational, communication & interpersonal skills. Hold a full current driving licence valid for use in the UK and have access to a vehicle. Consideration will be given to alternative travelling proposals in respect of applicants with a disability who cannot hold a licence.Desirable Criteria:Experience & understanding of the barriers in relation to young people with disabilityExperience of working with individuals with behaviours that challenge Awareness of RQIA, Domiciliary Regulations and Minimum StandardsNISCC Registration Apply: https://cedar-Closing Date: 10th April 2026 at 10amTHE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER#nijobs 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.