Registered Manager – Supported Living

Excel Recruitment is recruiting for a Registered Manager in Downpatrick. This is a permanent, full-time position offering a competitive salary of £42,765, along with attractive benefits including On Call Enhancement rates and a Health Cash Plan.

Our client:

  • With over 30 years of experience, our client is a leading multi-service provider dedicated to supporting over 300 individuals across various services, including Residential Care, Supported Living, Short Breaks, Day Opportunities, and Social Enterprise. Their mission is to enrich lives by empowering individuals, championing their abilities, fostering community connections, and providing unwavering support to families.

Your Role:

  • As the Registered Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing day-to-day operations, driving high-quality, person-centred support, and ensuring full compliance with RQIA standards. You will lead a dedicated team of four Assistant Managers, guiding and nurturing their professional growth while strengthening relationships with families and professionals in the community.

The Person:

We are seeking a dynamic individual who meets one of the following criteria:

Route A

  • Social Work qualification + NISCC registration (unconditional), OR
  • First-level Registered Nurse (NMC), OR
  • Allied Health Professional (HCPC registered)
  • Minimum 4 years’ experience in health or social care, including 2 years’ operational management experience.

Route B

  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management in Health & Social Care (Adult Management) – NI/Wales
  • Minimum 5 years’ practice experience in health or social care, including 2 years’ operational management experience.

You’ll also have:

  • Experience in supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
  • Proven track record in managing staff teams within a care environment.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory compliance (e.g., RQIA).
  • Expertise in care planning and delivering person-centred support.
  • Full UK driving licence and access to suitable transport.
  • Registered or eligible for registration with NISCC.

On Offer:

  • Competitive Salary: Enjoy a salary of £42,765 with additional on-call enhancements.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Access to a Health Cash Plan to support your well-being.
  • Impactful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of individuals and their families.
  • Supportive Environment: Work alongside a committed team dedicated to excellence in care.

Take the Next Step in Your Career!

If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge, please contact Wes McCullough for more information. To apply, simply click on the APPLY link and submit your up-to-date CV.

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Support Assistants

Excel Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for Support Assistants on a permanent basis in Lisburn.

If you’re looking for a meaningful role with an organisation that’s transforming lives and creating brighter futures, our client is the place for you.

The Client:

  • Our client is a leading organisation dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities and autism to live full, independent, and inclusive lives. With a strong focus on person-centred care, our client provides a wide range of innovative services, including supported living, vocational training, and community inclusion programmes, tailored to meet the unique needs of everyone.
  • As an award-winning charity, our client is committed to professional development, offering employees opportunities to grow their skills and advance their careers in a supportive and inclusive environment.

The Job:

In this rewarding role, you will play a vital part in enhancing the quality of life for service users through teamwork and effective collaboration. You will:

  • Empower Service Users: Assist individuals with their daily living activities, ensuring they feel included and engaged in a diverse range of activities that enrich their lives.
  • Offer Personalised Support: Provide tailored support to service users with specific personal care and support needs, fostering independence and dignity.
  • Be flexible: Embrace a flexible work environment, with opportunities to work unsociable hours and public holidays on a rotational basis, allowing for a varied and fulfilling schedule.

The Person:

  • At least 6 months of experience providing care or support, including paid work or personal caring responsibilities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with confident numeracy abilities.
  • Good understanding of the needs of people with learning disabilities, with a genuine interest in supporting independence and wellbeing.
  • Knowledge and awareness of behaviours that challenge, with the ability to remain calm, patient and supportive in difficult situations.
  • NISCC registration (or willingness to register before employment) and ability to undergo Access NI checks.

For you:

  • £13.68 per hour (approx. £28,000 per year) and enhanced rate for statutory days.
  • Paid NISCC fee.
  • Occupational Sick Pay.
  • Training & Development including QCF Level 3.
  • Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cashback, Retail Discounts.

For more information, contact Wes McCullough. To forward your up-to-date CV, click on the APPLY link.

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Support Workers

Excel Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for Support Workers on a permanent basis in Belfast.

For you:

  • £15.50 per hour (approx. £32,000 per year) and enhanced rate for statutory days.
  • Day shift – no evening or unsocial hours.
  • Paid NISCC fee.
  • Occupational Sick Pay.
  • Training & Development including QCF Level 3.
  • Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cashback, Retail Discounts.

The Client:

  • One of Northern Ireland’s leading disability support organisations with more than 50 years’ experience. They help adults with disabilities, autism and brain injury to live independently, build confidence and take part in their community – this is an excellent chance for caring, motivated people to join their team.

The Job:

  • As a Support Worker, you’ll play a key role in delivering person‑centred care and helping individuals achieve positive, meaningful outcomes, while working as part of a supportive team.
  • Assist service users with daily living tasks and encourage participation in a wide range of social, community and recreational activities.
  • Follow personalised support plans and provide compassionate, respectful personal care.
  • Maintain CPI Safety Intervention training and apply techniques appropriately to ensure a safe, supportive environment.
  • Work in line with RQIA, Supporting People, HSCT, NISCC and Adult Safeguarding standards.
  • Demonstrate enthusiasm, professionalism and a commitment to high‑quality care.

The Person:

  • At least 1 year of experience providing care or support, including paid work or personal caring responsibilities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with confident numeracy abilities.
  • Good understanding of the needs of people with learning disabilities, with a genuine interest in supporting independence and wellbeing.
  • Knowledge and awareness of behaviours that challenge, with the ability to remain calm, patient and supportive in difficult situations.
  • NISCC registration (or willingness to register before employment) and ability to undergo Access NI checks.

For more information, contact Wes McCullough. To forward your up-to-date CV, click on the APPLY link.

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Registered Manager – Supported Living

Excel Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for a Registered Manager in Downpatrick on a permanent full-time basis.

For you:

  • Salary – £42,765
  • On Call Enhancement rates
  • Health Cash Plan

The Client:

  • Over 30 years’ experience as a multi‑service provider supporting over 300 people across Residential, Supported Living, Short Breaks, Day Opportunities, and Social Enterprise services. Its purpose is to enrich lives by empowering individuals, championing their abilities, fostering community connection, and supporting families.

The Job:

  • With a full copy of the Job Description available on request, as the Registered Manager you’ll oversee day‑to‑day operations, drive high‑quality, person‑centred support, and ensure full compliance with RQIA standards. With four Assistant Managers by your side, you’ll guide and grow a committed team while strengthening relationships with families and professionals.

The Person:

Route A – Professional Registration

  • Social Work qualification + NISCC registration (without condition), OR first‑level Registered Nurse (NMC), OR Allied Health Professional (HCPC registered) AND minimum 4 years’ experience in health or social care along with minimum 2 years’ operational management experience.

Route B – Leadership & Management Qualification

  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management in Health & Social Care (Adult Management) – NI/Wales, minimum 5 years’ practice experience in health or social care, minimum 2 years’ operational management experience.
  • Supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
  • Managing staff teams in a care environment.
  • Ensuring regulatory compliance (e.g., RQIA).
  • Care planning and delivering person‑centred support.
  • Full UK driving licence + access to suitable transport.
  • Registered or eligible for registration with NISCC.

For more information, contact Wes McCullough. To forward your up-to-date CV, click on the APPLY link.

#BELFHOS