Support Worker, Springwell House, Belfast Closing Date: Monday, 5 January 2026

NIFHA Corporate Partnership; Belfast; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support organization is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for Springwell House in Belfast. This role involves providing support for men in recovery from alcohol and drug misuse within a male hostel setting. The ideal candidate will have qualifications equivalent to QCF level 2 and relevant experience in helping individuals facing homelessness or addiction. Employee benefits include generous annual leave, training opportunities, and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

20 days paid annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Must be registered with NISCC or achieve registration within 6 months if new to the sector.
• Relevant experience working with homeless or addiction-affected populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and care for up to 19 men in recovery.
• Assist in a 24-hour staff support service.

Skills

Experience with homeless individuals

Support for addiction recovery

Teamwork

Education

QCF level 2 qualification

Job description

Support Worker, Springwell House, Belfast Apex Housing Association

• Closing Date: 5 January 2026
• Location: Springwell House, Belfast
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full-Time
• Job Ref: SWSpringwell/10/25

Springwell House is a male hostel accommodation giving support and care for up to 19 men in recovery from alcohol and drug misuse. It is situated close to Belfast city centre. Springwell House provides 24‑hour staff support services, 365 days a year.

Requirements

• Completion of a relevant qualification equivalent to QCF level 2 AND at least one year’s formal or informal experience working with homeless individuals and/or individuals who suffer addiction problems in a community or residential setting. Must be currently registered with NISCC or must achieve registration within 6 months if new to the sector.
• OR at least two years’ formal or informal experience working with homeless individuals and/or individuals who suffer addiction problems in a community or residential setting. Must be currently registered with NISCC or must achieve registration within 6 months if new to the sector.

Employee Benefits

• 20 days paid annual leave and 12 statutory, occupational sick pay / maternity pay.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Free onsite parking.

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