Job ref: ACSW/MT/0926 Job type: Temporary Quantity of Posts Available: 1 Closing date: Thursday 17 Sep 2026 16:00
Job summary
Job Title: Accommodation & Community Support WorkerSalary: £24,312 – £25,850 per annum (£13.36 – £14.20 per hour)Duration: Fixed TermLocation: 242 Antrim Road, BelfastService: Youth ServiceHours: 35 hours per week – 3 shifts a week including days, nights, evenings and weekends.
About UsAt 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
Role OverviewTo work as part of a team providing effective 24-hour support to support young people aged 16 to 25 who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of homelessness, often as a result of leaving care, family breakdown or relationship difficulties. The post holder will provide a safe, supportive and caring environment, helping young people to build confidence, develop independent living skills, and work towards achieving positive outcomes and sustainable independent living.
What You’ll NeedEssential Criteria
- A clear commitment to our core values: Non-Judgmental, Supportive, Trustworthy, and Dedicated
- Basic IT skills (email, internet, data entry)
- Registered with NISCC (or willingness to register upon appointment)
- Willingness to undergo an Access NI check
Desirable Criteria
- Minimum of six months’ experience (paid or voluntary in the last 3 years) working with individuals facing multiple and complex needs, including:
- Homelessness Prevention
- Substance Misuse
- Offending Behavior
- Mental Health Challenges
- Support for Young People
- Experience identifying support needs, assessing risks, and developing tailored support plans
- A degree in Social Work or current enrollment in a Social Work degree program
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)
- Great Place to work accredited 2026/2027
To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Apply button below to Login/Register.
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