Senior Practitioner

Salary: Points 23–26 | £26, 027 – £28, 283 per annum
Locations: Larne & Ballymena
Hours: 35 hours per week 

Our Values
We are:

• Non-judgmental – Meeting every client where they are.
• Support-driven – Tailoring our approach to meet individual needs.
• Trustworthy – Earning confidence through integrity and action.
• Determined – Working with determination to end homelessness.
• People-first – Standing by our clients and supporting one another.

About the Role
As Senior Practitioner, you’ll guide and support staff, manage specific projects, and step in for the Accommodation Manager when needed. You’ll take the lead on complex and specialist cases, ensuring high-quality, person-centred service delivery across housing support, accommodation services, and community reintegration.


Essential Criteria

Experience:

• Option A: 3+ years working with socially excluded individuals

OR

• Option B: A Level 3 qualification (e.g., QCF/NVQ) and 2+ years’ experience​​​​​​​

​​​​​​​Plus

• A proven ability to build strong, supportive relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders
• Experience designing and delivering tailored, client-focused services that address strengths, needs, and risks
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to self-direct and prioritize effectively
• A good understanding of homelessness and related challenges
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Desirable Criteria

• Full driving licence and/or access to transport
• 1+ year experience supervising staff or volunteers in a support or care setting

Staff Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and growth:

• Employer-contributed Pension Plan
• Benenden Health and Health Shield coverage (includes retail/gym discounts)
• Death in Service Benefit
• Generous Annual Leave entitlement
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Free Access NI check
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives
• Ongoing learning & development, including management programmes
• Long Service Awards
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• A supportive, compassionate culture