Project Worker 1

Project Worker 1 Reference number: 23165 Location: Ballymena Locality: Ballymena/Antrim Contract type: Permanent (Fixed term funded post) End date: 30/06/2027 Hours: 22.2 Salary: £26,003 – £30,351 (FTE) (£15,601.80 – £18,210.60 pro rata) Closing Date: 29 June 2026 Interview Date: TBC Are you looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Are you passionate about supporting children and families? If so, look no further! We are seeking a part-time Project Worker to join our Choices Family Support team in the Northern Trust Ballymena/Antrim area. This is a fantastic chance to make a difference to the lives of young people. The Choices Family Support service aims to engage young people, aged 10-17 years old, who are experiencing of some difficulties involving social, emotional or behavioural issues. You will; work alongside the young person together with their parents/families to to achieve a more hopeful family life experience. Work is predominately focused on the referred young person though using a holistic approach some engagement with the wider family is expected. Families are offered around 12 weeks support and the project worker will work collaboratively with the family and agree what specific intervention might be most beneficial. The Service is delivered in an outreach basis with a combination of home or school visits and individual session time. Do you have the following: A positive strength based approach Experience of working with young people and their families Awareness of safeguarding concerns Ability to work independently and as part of a team A full driving licence with business class insurance or be able to demonstrate how you meet the mobility requirements of the role When completing your application please refer to your skills, knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification and Job Description document. This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described. Essential Criteria Demonstrable experience of building positive relationships with children and young people and supporting them within various areas of their lives. Demonstrable experience of supporting families A valid driving license and access to a vehicle with business class insurance or alternatively be able to demonstrate how you can meet the mobility requirements of post. Desirable Criteria Demonstrable experience of use of a strength based approach Knowledge of intervention strategies around behaviour and emotional well being Experience of communicating effectively in multi-agency settings, with other providers and services. Although this contract has a permanent status, please be aware that this post is subject to funding currently to 30 June 2027 and therefore should this funding not be extended further, you may be subject to a redundancy consultation or a TUPE arrangement. A waiting list will be held in the event that similar vacancies arise during the next 12 months The successful candidate will also be required to undertake an Enhanced Access NI with Child Barred List check. Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible41bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15…