Project Officer

Cedar Foundation; Belfast; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organisation in Belfast seeks a Project Officer for the Right 4 U programme. The role involves supporting young people and adults with autism to become more independent through tailored interventions. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience working with individuals with ASD, offering a starting salary of £29,540 per annum, pro rata, with benefits including annual leave and pension scheme.

Benefits

20 days annual leave

Enhanced pension scheme

Occupational Sick Pay

Cashback health scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant discipline with 1 year's experience working with individuals with ASD.
• Proficiency in IT skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide interventions enabling individuals to overcome barriers and become independent.
• Support on a 1-1 basis and in groups.
• Work some evenings as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

IT proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Education

RQF level 6 in Psychology, Education, or related field

RQF level 4 in Psychology, Education, or related field

Job description

Overview

The Cedar Foundation is seeking to recruit the following staff member:

Ref 25-281-PO-R4U-WEB

Job Role Project Officer, Right 4 U

Contract Temporary until March 2027 (with possibility of extension)

Location Ravenhill Reach Close, Ormeau Embankment Belfast BT6 8RB

Salary Starting at £29,540 per annum, pro rata

Hours 16 Hours per week (some evening work required)

The Service

Right 4 U aims to build and strengthen the capacity of young people and adults with autism to engage in activities within their local communities. The objectives of the Right 4 U Service is to support young people and adults with ASD to gain practical experience to improve their lives so that they are empowered to become more self-reliant.

The Role

The Project Officer will provide a range of interventions that will enable individuals engaging in the service (adults and young people) to overcome barriers and become more independent. Support is both on a 1-1 basis and groups. This job involves some evening work.

Benefits

• Starting on 20 days annual leave pro rata plus Cedar recognises 12 statutory days
• Cedar offer an enhanced auto-enrolment pension scheme consisting of 4% employee contribution and 5% employer contribution.
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
• Investor in People Champion with commitment to development of the staff team through training and learning opportunities
• Staff recognition & reward incentives aligned to high standards of performance
• Cashback health scheme
• Special offers at over 600 leading high street and online retailers.
• Cycle to work scheme

Please note - The Cedar Foundation does not offer Sponsorship

Essential Criteria

1. RQF level 6 (e.g. Bachelor\'s Degree) or equivalent level in Psychology, Education, Community work, Health & Social Care or a relevant discipline professional qualification AND 1 years paid experience in working with individuals with ASD to include developing strategies to enhance their social interaction.
   OR
   RQF 4 or equivalent in Psychology, Education, Community work, Health & Social Care or a relevant discipline AND 3 years\' experience as above
2. Proficiency in IT skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
3. Ability to work independently with good organisational, communication & interpersonal skills
4. Hold a full current driving license valid for use in the UK and Ireland and have access to a car on appointment. This criterion will be waived in the case of a suitable applicant who has a disability which prohibits them from driving but who is able to organise suitable alternative arrangements in order to meet the requirements of the post in full.

Closing Date: Monday 6th October 2025 at 10am

THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

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