Deputy Manager - Trauma-Informed Housing & Support Lead

Vanrath; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanrath is supporting a leading social justice organisation in recruiting a Deputy Manager for a Belfast-based role. You will work across a Community Transition Service and Bail Support Pilot, applying trauma-informed, housing-led support to marginalised groups.

The ideal candidate will have leadership experience, a relevant qualification, and the ability to manage resources while maintaining strong partner relationships. A fixed-term contract runs until December 2028.

Qualifications

• Certificate/ Diploma in Community, Health or Social Science, or Emerging Leaders Course completed.
• At least two years' experience supporting marginalised groups, ideally homelessness.
• Experience in leading a team and supervising staff in a care setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Group Manager with day-to-day management of the service portfolio.
• Oversee care and support for the client group within a harm-reduction approach.
• Provide direction, supervision and motivation to staff for high-quality delivery.
• Respond professionally to complex needs, emergencies and challenging behaviour.
• Collaborate with other service providers and represent at management level as required.
• Help monitor resources and ensure the service operates within its budget.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Communication

Supervision

Harm-reduction

Trauma-informed care

Report writing

Education

Certificate/ Diploma in Community Health or Social Science

Job description

Vanrath is supporting a leading social justice organisation in recruiting a Deputy Manager for a Belfast-based role. You will work across a Community Transition Service and Bail Support Pilot, applying trauma-informed, housing-led support to marginalised groups.

The ideal candidate will have leadership experience, a relevant qualification, and the ability to manage resources while maintaining strong partner relationships. A fixed-term contract runs until December 2028.