Age Friendly Co-ordinator

Ards and North Down’s Age Friendly Strategy provides a framework to help make Ards and North Down a great place to grow older and an area in which everyone, regardless of age, is valued and respected. 

The role of the Age Friendly Co-ordinator is to be responsible for the delivery of the Community Plan (The Big Plan) in relation to Age Friendly (AF); to oversee, promote, review and monitor the implementation of the AF Strategy and Action Plan to ensure that older people can live full and healthy lives, participating in and contributing to their communities: and to represent the Council at regional AF network and other related events.

Please Note

• This is a temporary, full time post, working 36 hours per week.
• The working hours are Monday to Thursday 9.00am to 5.00pm and Friday 9.00 am to 4.30 pm.
• This is a temporary funded post for 5 years.
• The salary is Scale PO1, SCP 29-32 (£39,862 - £42,839 per annum).
• Base location will initially be Initially based at the Church Street Offices, Newtownards, however, may be required to travel throughout the borough.
• A reserve list may be kept from this recruitment exercise.
• Applicants should refer to the candidate guidance before completing their application.
• All correspondence in relation to the job vacancy will be completed by email and phone. Therefore, it is important that applicants ensure a valid e-mail address and mobile number are provided and entered accurately when filling out the application form. 
• Applicants should ensure they check their emails including junk folders regularly. 

Benefits

Employees have access to a wide range of benefits at Ards and North Down Borough Council. In addition to a competitive salary, the Council supports all staff in their career aspirations through learning and development opportunities. Current key benefits include:

• 35 days of annual leave (including bank/public holidays), rising to 38 days after five years of service, and 41 days after 10 years of service.
• Northern Ireland Local Government Pension Scheme (Council contributes 15.5% of salary).
• Health benefits: Westfield Healthcare Scheme; Leisure Centre Membership; Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Flexi time / Time Off in Lieu (TOIL).
• Education / qualifications support after qualifying period.

Plus much more …