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WAVE Trauma Centre Survivors of Historical Institutional Abuse (HIA). (Version2)

We are recruiting for a Caseworker, Historical Institutional Abuse (HIA) which can be based in one of our centres – Armagh, Belfast or Derry Londonderry

The post holder will work directly with survivors of historical institutional abuse (HIA), in a pro‑active and innovative way within the statutory, community and voluntary sectors. This work will be underpinned by WAVE’s protocols, policies and procedures.

Salary : £33,143 per annum

Hours of Work : 37.5hrs per week

Monday to Thursday 9.00am – 5.00pm and Friday 9.00am 4.30pm.

WAVE is committed to the support, training and development of its staff. The organisation offers an attractive remuneration and benefits package for the post holder to include : 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) and 11 statutory days. A training and development programme and employee support package are also in place, with the organisation giving an 8% pension contribution, with no employee contribution required.

Applicants who are successful at shortlisting will undertake an assessment using real life citizen educators and hear a real life story.

If you feel you are up for this challenging and rewarding opportunity please download the attached Applicant Information Pack, Employment Application Form, Guidance Notes and Monitoring Form.

Please note that the successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Access NI Disclosure Check.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Tuesday 13th January 2026 at 2.00pm.

WAVE is committed to the equality of opportunity and selection will be based on merit.