Excel Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for an Intensive Support Worker in Belfast on a full-time basis to March 2027 with possibility of extension.
Salary for the role is offered at £26,027 along with a staff benefit package that includes private health cover and more.
The Client:
- Driven by compassion, dignity and the belief that everyone deserves a safe place to belong, their work is rooted in hope, respect and empowerment – walking alongside people through their toughest moments and helping them rebuild brighter futures.
- Together, they create change that lasts. Collaboration, integrity and continuous improvement shapes everything they do, working alongside individuals, communities and partner agencies to prevent homelessness, reduce harm and promote long‑term wellbeing.
The Job:
- The Intensive Support Worker will provide intensive, wraparound support to a small caseload of individuals with highly complex needs, including homelessness, trauma, mental ill health, substance use, offending behaviour and poor physical health.
- You will build trusted relationships, coordinate multi‑agency support through the Complex Lives MDT, and lead on developing, implementing and reviewing personalised support and risk management plans. The job includes maintaining accurate records, contributing to audits and quality improvement, working collaboratively with partner agencies, and ensuring services meet regulatory and organisational standards.
- You’ll also participate in a 24‑hour shift rota (including nights and weekends), support health and safety procedures, promote equality and client choice, and help drive continuous improvement across the service.
The Person:
- Minimum 3 years’ experience working with socially excluded or vulnerable individuals.
- Proven ability to build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and partner agencies.
- Experience delivering person‑centred, strengths‑based support, including assessing needs, risks and goals.
- Ability to plan, prioritise and manage your own workload effectively.
- Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Full driving licence and access to transport, or suitable alternative if disability prevents driving.
For more information, contact Wes McCullough. To forward your up-to-date CV, click on the APPLY link.
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Excel Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for a Specialist Support Worker servicing the Greater Belfast area on a full-time basis for 9 months with possibility of extension.
For you:
- £26,027 per year.
- Private Health Cover.
- Paid Overtime.
- Health Shield Benefit.
- Death in Service Benefit.
- Accredited Training.
The Client:
- Driven by compassion, dignity and the belief that everyone deserves a safe place to belong, their work is rooted in hope, respect and empowerment – walking alongside people through their toughest moments and helping them rebuild brighter futures.
- Together, they create change that lasts. Collaboration, integrity and continuous improvement shapes everything they do, working alongside individuals, communities and partner agencies to prevent homelessness, reduce harm and promote long‑term wellbeing.
The Job:
The Specialist Support Worker will provide 24/7 community-based support to Looked After Young People aged 16-21. You’ll work with a small caseload, offering practical, emotional and tenancy-related support to help them thrive in their own homes.
You’ll also:
- Build positive, trusting relationships with young people.
- Support with mental health, substance misuse, exploitation risks and daily living skills.
- Create personalised support and risk management plans.
- Help young people prepare for and sustain their tenancy (budgeting, utilities, repairs, neighbour issues).
- Encourage engagement in education, training, work and community activities.
- Liaise with Social Services, Mental Health teams and other agencies.
- Maintain accurate records and follow safeguarding, health & safety and lone working procedures.
The Person:
- Experience supporting Looked After Children, homeless individuals or vulnerable adults to set goals and work through person‑centred plans.
- Experience in fast‑paced environments involving mental health, substance use, young people’s services or independent living support.
- Experience supporting young people under 25 any of the following: Care System | Justice System | Prison | Institutional Care | Supported Accommodation.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with confidence using Microsoft Office.
- Full current driving licence, or alternative transport arrangements if disability prevents driving.
- NISCC registration (or willingness to register before employment) and ability to undergo Access NI checks.
For more information, contact Wes McCullough. To forward your up-to-date CV, click on the APPLY link.
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Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting for Specialist Support Workers on a permanent full-time basis based in Belfast with a starting salary of £21,869 with additional hours payments.
Our client is one of Northern Ireland’s biggest charities, which supports some of the most vulnerable in society by offering a wide range of life-changing services.
Responsibilities:
With a full copy of the Job Duties and Person Spec available on request you will:
- Work as part of a team that offers a 24/7 service to small groups of clients from 16-21 years of age, who suffer from poor mental health, and/or substance/alcohol abuse, assisting your clients to maintain their tenancy and to live safely in the community.
Requirements:
- 6 months experience of working with vulnerable children or adults
- Experience of care and support for young people who suffer from poor mental health, alcohol/drug use and working in a fast-paced environment
- Available to work shifts to cover the 24/7 service
- Key working, coordinating and delivering support packages
- Valid driving licence and access to a car to meet the needs of the job
- NISCC registered (or agree to become registered within 6 months from date of appointment)
Benefits:
- £21,869 starting, per year
- Employee benefits package that includes comprehensive private health cover
- Additional hours payments
- 25 days holiday with an additional 12 stat days
- Accredited training and ongoing support with progression opportunities
For more information on this excellent opportunity please submit your CV to Wes via the link below or contact Wes on 02891 422 191 / 07551 284 326
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Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting for Support Workers on a permanent full-time basis, based in Larne and Ballymena, with a salary of £19,275 starting per year with additional payments.
Our client is one of Northern Ireland’s biggest charities, which supports some of the most vulnerable in society by offering a wide range of life-changing services.
While no previous experience is required as full training will be provided, our client is looking for individuals who are non-judgemental, committed and passionate about supporting vulnerable people.
Responsibilities:
With a full copy of the Job Duties and Person Spec available on request you will:
- Work as part of a team, to deliver 24-hour support to members of the homeless community who access our client’s services such as remote support, family support and hostels.
- Offer support and advice and advocate on behalf of your clients.
- Liaise with external professionals and other organisations
- Design and implement support plans and risk management plans
Requirements:
- Commitment to delivering the core values of the client
- Commitment to providing non-judgemental and high standards of support
- IT proficient
- NISCC registered (or agreeable to registration within 6 months from date of appointment)
- Able to work shifts that include evenings, weekends, and unsocial hours
- While not essential, 6 months of previous experience, paid or unpaid, in supporting vulnerable persons is advantageous
Benefits:
- £19,275 starting, per year
- Employee benefits package that includes comprehensive private health cover
- Additional hours payments
- 25 days holiday with an additional 12 stat days
- Accredited training and ongoing support with progression opportunities
For more information on this excellent opportunity please submit your CV to Wes via the link below or contact Wes on 02891 422 191 / 07551 284 326.
Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting for Support Workers on a permanent full-time basis, based in Larne.
Our client is one of Northern Ireland’s biggest charities, which supports some of the most vulnerable in society by offering a wide range of life-changing services.
Responsibilities:
With a full copy of the Job Duties and Person Spec available on request you will:
- Work as part of a team, to deliver 24-hour support to members of the homeless community who access our client’s services such as remote support, family support and hostels.
- Offer support and advice and advocate on behalf of your clients.
- Liaise with external professionals and other organisations
- Design and implement support plans and risk management plans
Requirements:
- Commitment to delivering the core values of the client
- Commitment to providing non-judgemental and high standards of support
- IT proficient
- NISCC registered (or agreeable to registration within 6 months from date of appointment)
- Able to work shifts that include evenings, weekends, and unsocial hours
- While not essential, 6 months of previous experience, paid or unpaid, in supporting vulnerable persons is welcomed
Benefits:
- £19,275 starting, per year
- Employee benefits package that includes comprehensive private health cover
- Additional hours payments
- 25 days holiday with an additional 12 stat days
- Accredited training and ongoing support with progression opportunities
For more information on this excellent opportunity please submit your CV to Wes via the link below or contact Wes on 02891 422 191.
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Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting Support Workers on a permanent full-time basis, based in Belfast with a salary of £20,000 per year
These roles are situated in central Belfast, and you’ll be working with an established team and organisation, to support individuals who currently experience homelessness, mental health illness and substance abuse issues.
Responsibilities:
With a full copy of the Job Duties and Person Spec available on request you will:
- Work as part of a team delivering support to vulnerable people.
- Be involved with admin tasks and facility management
- Deliver personalised support plans with the support of the Key Worker team
Requirements:
- 1-year experience in a paid setting or at least 2 years of volunteering experience
- 3 GCSE’s, two of which must include English and Maths
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Sound knowledge of risk management and assessment
Benefits:
- £20,000 per year
- Health cash plan
- Detailed induction, training and continued performance and well-being supervision
- Occupational sick pay, maternity pay and protection insurance
- Clear and real progression opportunities
- Staff development and team building days
For more information on this excellent opportunity please submit your CV to Wes via the link below or contact Wes on 02891 422 191.
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Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting for an Outreach Support Worker on a permanent full-time basis, based in the Belfast area.
My client is a local charity that provides a range of services to people across Belfast who experience homelessness.
You will be available to cover shifts that run from 2 pm to 2 am, Monday to Sunday on a rota basis.
As this is an Outreach role, you’ll need to have 2 years of driving experience along with a clean driving licence.
Responsibilities:
With a full, detailed copy of the Job Duties and Person Spec available on request you will:
- Aim to reduce the number of rough sleeping in Belfast by engaging with, and assisting rough sleepers with complex and multiple needs, including rough sleepers who have drug/and or alcohol dependency.
Requirements:
- Minimum 6 months experience of working with members of the homeless community or 6 months experience working in a mental health, addictions, or similar environments
- Confident in managing challenging behaviours and complex needs
- Able to deliver risk assessments, and support plans and able to manage a busy caseload
- Able to work with external organisations and agencies
- Understanding of the issues rough sleepers face
- Excellent communications skills; verbal, written and IT proficient
- 2 years of driving experience and clean licence
- Will be comfortable with wearing a branded uniform during working hours
Benefits:
- £21,450 per year with annual increments
- Career development and progression opportunities
For more information on this excellent opportunity please submit your CV to Wes via the link below or contact Wes on 02891 422 191.
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