Family Support Assistant

THE EMPLOYER IS: AN DROICHEADThe Family Support worker will provide practical & emotional support to children, young people and families within the local community, to promote wellbeing, resilience, and positive family relationships.

All Applicants will be subject to Access NI Enhanced DBS Police Check, Social services Vetting Check and a GP Medical Check to ensure suitability for the post. Only after all of the above is satisfactory will this post be secured.

• Supporting the delivery of family-based programmes and activities, offering one to one, group-based support under the guidance of Senior staff.
• Signposting families to appropriate services.
• Assisting with outreach and engagement.
• Work closely with families, community partners and statutory services.
• Maintain appropriate records and contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive environment in line with safeguarding and organisational policies.

• Good understanding and spoken Irish Language.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Ability to build strong & trusting relationships.
• Ability to identify families’ vulnerabilities, strengths and needs.
• Experience in a similar role.
• Full driving License and access to a car.

The Employer is: AN DROICHEADJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information
- Standard

Hours:

up to 25 hours per week.

- Flexible/Reduced

Hours:

May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.

- Additional

Hours:

The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.

The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on .

Vacancy  Job Sector Childcare and Social Work Area Belfast Location Belfast Salary 16-17 £ 7.55, 18-20 £ 10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 19/02/2026 Closing date 31/03/2026 Worktime 10am-3pm, days to be confirmed with employer

Area:
Derry or Londonderry
Closing date: 19 Feb 2026