Accommodation and Community Support Workers

Permanent Quantity of Posts Available: 1 Closing date: Sunday 28 Jun 2026 16:00 Job summary Job Title: Accommodation & Community Support Worker Salary: £23,355 - £24,832 per annum (£12.83 - £13.64 per hour) Location: Downpatrick Hours: 35 hours per week - three 12.5 hours shifts, including weekends and waking nights 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 Role Overview As a Support Worker, you'll be part of a dedicated team providing 24-hour support to individuals accessing our services. This includes working within hostels, family units, and remote support settings to help people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. 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) To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page.