Reflective Practitioner

Simon Community NI; Belfast; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community support organization in Belfast seeks a Reflective Practitioner to embed reflective practice across teams and enhance staff wellbeing. This role focuses on trauma-informed leadership and providing support to reduce absence and improve retention. Ideal candidates will have a relevant third-level qualification and experience in group facilitation. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Employer-Funded Healthcare

Generous Annual Leave

Management Development Programmes

Qualifications

• Experience in group facilitation within wellbeing or reflective practice.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed principles.
• Access to a car or suitable transport for travel.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the People Plan (2024-2029).
• Embed reflective practice across frontline teams.
• Build emotional resilience and self-awareness among staff.

Skills

Group facilitation

Excellent interpersonal skills

Understanding of trauma-informed principles

Education

Third-level qualification in psychology, counselling, or related field

Job description

Job ref: RP/1025

Job type: Temporary

Quantity of Posts Available: 1

Closing date: Friday 10 Oct 2025 16:00

Job summary

We are seeking a Reflective Practitioner to join Simon Community and support the delivery of our People Plan (2024-2029). This role will embed reflective practice across frontline teams, fostering a psychologically safe, inclusive, and values-led work environment. Through monthly trauma-informed reflective sessions, the postholder will help build emotional resilience, self-awareness, and wellbeing among staff—contributing to reduced absence, improved retention, and stronger organisational support. Working closely with the Head of OD & HR, the role will also support managers in modelling trauma-informed leadership, provide informal wellbeing signposting, and deliver insight reporting to inform strategy and sustainability.

Essential Criteria

• A third-level qualification in a relevant subject (e.g. psychology, counselling, coaching, social work, organisational development, or related field).
• Experience in group facilitation, within a wellbeing, support, training, or reflective practice context.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed principles and their application in workplace or support settings.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and psychological safety.
• Access to a car or suitable transport to meet the requirements of the role, including travel across multiple service locations.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working in homelessness, social care, or frontline support services.
• Relevant qualification or training in reflective practice techniques and approaches

About Us

At Simon Community, our values define who we are and how we support those in need. We are:

• Non-judgmental in every interaction
• Supportive, meeting people where they are
• Trustworthy, building relationships based on respect
• Dedicated to ending homelessness and improving lives

Why Join Simon Community?

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Pension Scheme
• Employer-Funded Healthcare (Benenden Health & Health Shield)
• Death in Service Benefit
• Generous Annual Leave
• Free Access NI Check
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Management Development Programmes
• Long Service Recognition
• Blue Light Card (exclusive discounts)
• Accredited as a Great Place to Work (2024)

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