Assistant Community Development Officer (Social Care Qualified)

Prime Recruitment Services Limited; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 16,531 - 23,419; Full time

Job summary

Belfast City Council is recruiting an Assistant Community Development Officer (Social Care Qualified) for Belfast city centre. This temporary 12‑week role offers 37 hours per week with some flexible patterns, based at Linenhall Street. Pay is £14.35 per hour.

You will help plan and deliver community programmes, support volunteers, assist with events, funding applications and reports, and foster strong partnerships while promoting inclusion and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• A recognised Social Care or Community Work qualification, or equivalent.
• At least one year’s experience organising and delivering community development programmes.
• Experience supporting and supervising volunteers and working with community groups.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, organisation and delivery of community development programmes and activities.
• Work with community groups, volunteers and local organisations to build capacity.
• Assist with community events, funding applications and reporting.
• Provide administrative support and maintain accurate records.
• Build partnerships with statutory, voluntary and community organisations.
• Promote equality, safeguarding and inclusive practice across service delivery.
• Help ensure community centres are welcoming and safe environments.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

IT skills

Volunteer supervision

Relationship building

Education

Social Care qualification

Community Work qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Assistant Community Development Officer (Social Care Qualified) – Belfast City Council

Location: 4-10 Linenhall Street, Belfast, BT2 8BP

Hours: 37 hours per week (flexible working pattern to meet service needs)

Pay Rate: £14.35 per hour

Responsibilities

• Supporting the planning, organisation and delivery of community development programmes and activities.
• Working closely with community groups, volunteers and local organisations to build capacity and strengthen local communities.
• Assisting with community events, festivals, seasonal programmes and play schemes.
• Providing administrative support, preparing reports and maintaining accurate records.
• Supporting community groups to identify funding opportunities and assisting with funding applications and reporting.
• Building strong partnerships with statutory, voluntary and community organisations.
• Promoting equality, good relations, safeguarding and best practice across all aspects of service delivery.
• Helping to ensure community centres provide welcoming, safe and inclusive environments.

Requirements

• At least one year’s experience organising and delivering community development programmes.
• At least one year’s experience supporting and supervising volunteers.
• A recognised Social Care or Community Work qualification (or equivalent).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
• Good IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office and standard office systems.
• The ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• A flexible and proactive approach to meeting the needs of the service.

Candidates with additional experience and relevant qualifications in Youth & Community Work, Playwork or Community Development may be shortlisted.

Why Join Belfast City Council?

This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience within one of Northern Ireland's leading local authorities while making a real impact on local communities. You'll work as part of a supportive team dedicated to improving lives, promoting inclusion and delivering high-quality community services.

Additional Information

• Contract: Temporary (12 weeks)
• Hours: 37 hours per week (flexibility required to meet operational needs, including occasional evenings or weekends where required)
• Enhanced Access NI clearance is required.
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.