Action for Children
Housing Support Worker
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Housing Support Worker
Location: Enniskillen, Northern Ireland Contract: Fixed Term (12 months covering maternity leave) Hours: 37 hours per week Salary: £25,949 per annum
About the Role
Job Title: Housing Support Worker
** gratuitous **working with vulnerable children in the UK, you will be part of a dedicated team at Rossorry Grove Supported Accommodation, purpose-built accommodation for young people aged 16–21 who have experienced homelessness or are at risk.
You’ll build professional relationships, provide emotional, social, and practical support, and foster independence alongside a committed team.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting young people to achieve their potential
- Establishing community connections to assist both young people and families
- Collaborating with Residential Workers on youth care and support
- Contributing to care plans, support plans, and risk assessments
- Conducting one-to-one sessions covering:
- Cooking & budgeting
- Job searches and appointment attendance
- Ensuring communication and participation while championing their autonomy
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
✅ Diploma Level 3 in Youth Work or a Social Care-related qualification (experience may substitute if applicable) ✅ Experience working with vulnerable young people (aged 16–21) in a formal setting ✅ Registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC)—or willingness to register
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Personal Specifications
✅ Good IT skills ✅ Full UK driving licence and access to a car (a necessity for this role)
Benefits
📅 29 days annual leave (pro rata, term-time only) including bank holidays 🎓 Professional qualifications & extensive training opportunities 👶 Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity policies 💰 Pension with up to 7% employer contribution (including life assurance) 💳 Staff discounts & Blue Light Card access (15,000+ retailers)
Why Action for Children?
Our mission is to protected and support children, ensuring everyone affected by their work thrives.
By building strong relationships, we empower young people to become independent and achieve lasting change—not just in their lives, but in the wider community.
Contact
Email: 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗲 [𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝗱: 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲@𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗸.𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗸** quoting reference 13311
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Closing Date: 7th July 2026 🔹 Interviews: 16th July 2026 💡 Note: We do not offer visa sponsorship.
Diversity & Inclusion
✨ Inclusive and committed to equitable opportunities: ⚫ Actively encouraging Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic (BAME) and disabled applicants ⚫ Male candidates actively sought for children’s service roles
Additional Notes
Completing an 🔍 AccessNI Enhanced Disclosure is required.
Hiring Ex-Offenders? A copy of the Code of Practice is available. prisão records won’t preclude recruitment.
More info: Action for Children NI Booklet
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