Dispersed Accommodation Officer TLNT1_NI in Belfast

Salary: £28,040.00, Contract: Fixed Term to December 2028 (may be extended subject to funding) Hours: 35 per week (varied shifts) Location: Nelson Street, Belfast Geographical Scope, Belfast and Ballymena initially with potential expansion The Bail Support Pilot is a high-stakes initiative delivered by the Depaul and NIACRO consortium. As the Northern Ireland justice system pivots toward housing-led, trauma-informed alternatives to traditional remand, this role facilitates the critical transition from custody to community stability. By managing dispersed property assets and providing intensive support oversight, the officer provides the judiciary with a credible, low-threshold alternative to imprisonment, directly addressing the Department of Justice mandate to reduce unnecessary remand. The efficacy of this role in balancing physical asset management with high-support participant engagement provides the essential foundation for the pilot's mandate. To provide safe, supported accommodation for bail participants through a framework that prioritises immediate housing stability as a precursor to behavioural change. This role operates on the principle that secure housing is a fundamental requirement for court compliance and successful resettlement. Reducing remand through Specialist Support. Achieving this mandate requires the officer to master a dual-track responsibility involving both the physical integrity of properties and the person-centred support of the residents. Employee Benefits Enhanced Annual Leave 35 days per year, increasing as your length of service increases Paid Sick Leave Company maternity