Casual Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established charity organization is seeking compassionate individuals to support vulnerable young people in their transition to independent living. This role involves providing essential practical and emotional support to those who have faced challenges such as trauma and isolation. With a focus on helping these young individuals secure suitable accommodation, you will play a vital role in their journey towards stability. The organization offers a supportive environment with opportunities for learning and development, making it a rewarding place to contribute to meaningful change in the community.

Benefits

4% employer pension contribution

Paid Access NI

Learning & Development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least one year's experience supporting groups or individuals.
• Willingness to obtain NISCC registration within six months.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable young people in their journey towards securing accommodation.
• Provide practical and emotional support to young people with complex histories.

Skills

Experience supporting groups

NISCC registration

Full UK driving licence

Job description

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Location:

Tafelta Rise, 19-21 Moneymore Road, Magherafelt BT45 6JF

Salary:

£12.715 per hour

Contract:

Casual / Relief

Work hours:

As and when required

Please note we do not offer sponsorship for these roles.

Your new role

Belfast Central Mission (BCM) is an award-winning leading charity with social care projects and social enterprises across Northern Ireland. With over 300 staff and volunteers delivering services across Northern Ireland to support people at their point of need.

Tafelta Rise provides supported housing to thirteen vulnerable young people aged 16-21 years for up to two years. The young people who are leaving care, or who become homeless, are supported in their journey towards securing accommodation best suited to their individual needs, whilst providing practical and emotional support.

Some young people may arrive at our projects with a complex history which can include self-harm, trauma, isolation, poverty, difficulty in forming relationships/trust, and exhibit behaviours and risks associated with their experience.

What we can offer you

• 4% employer pension contribution (where applicable)
• Paid Access NI
• Learning & Development opportunities

What we need from you

• At least one year's experience supporting groups and/or individuals either in a paid or voluntary capacity.
• NISCC registration or willingness to obtain it within six months of start date.
• Day Shift Workers must possess a full valid UK driving licence and access to a car with class 1 business/car insurance to be able to transport service users, or demonstrate mobility to carry out the functions of the job.
• The Right to Work in UK.

Please see attached job description and specification for further details.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.