Welfare Rights Officer

We are recruiting for a Welfare Rights Officer based in either our Armagh or Omagh Centre.

The purpose of this role is to deliver a comprehensive one-to-one welfare rights service to those bereaved, injured and/or traumatised as a result of the ‘Troubles’. To assist clients to understand, prepare for and apply for payments in relation to the Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme (TPDPS).

Salary: £32,076 per annum

Location: Armagh or Omagh Centre

If you want to make a difference to the lives of others and you have the skills, drive and compassion, necessary to undertake this role we would love to hear from you. In turn you will receive specialist training and support in order to carry out the role and access to a comprehensive employee wellbeing package to include:- 25 days annual leave, increasing with service, 11 statutory days, nominated governmental days, additional special leave award and an 8% employer pension contribution.

This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to work within an established organisation where you will be challenged, inspired and motivated to help us deliver the best service possible.

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 for the relevant post(s) that you are interested in.

Please note the successful candidate will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate.

Extended closing date for receipt of applications is 1.00 pm on Tuesday 14th January 2025.

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