Project Officer, Right U

The Cedar Foundation is seeking to recruit the following staff member:

Ref 25-242-PO-R4U-WEB
Job Role Project Officer, Right 4 U
Contract Temporary until March 2027 (with possibility of extension)
Location Western Trust – Fermanagh House Office, Ennisk Raven Hill Reach Office, Belfast
Salary Starting at £29,540 per annum, pro rata
Hours 25 Hours per week ( some evening work required)

The Service
Right 4 U aims to build and strengthen the capacity of young people and adults with autism to engage in activities within their local communities. The objectives of the Right 4 U Service is to support young people and adults with ASD to gain practical experience to improve their lives so that they are empowered to become more self-reliant.

The Role
The Project Officer will provide a range of interventions that will enable individuals engaging in the service (adults and young people) to overcome barriers and become more independent. Support is both on a 1-1 basis and groups This job involves some evening work.

Benefits

• Starting on 20 days annual leave pro rata plus Cedar recognises 12 statutory days
• Cedar offer an enhanced auto-enrolment pension scheme consisting of 4% employee contribution and 5% employer contribution.
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
• Investor in People Champion with commitment to development of the staff team through training and learning opportunities
• Staff recognition & reward incentives aligned to high standards of performance
• Cashback health scheme
• Special offers at over 600 leading high street and online retailers.
• Cycle to work scheme

Please note – The Cedar Foundation does not offer Sponsorship

Essential Criteria

RQF level 6 (e.g. Bachelor’s Degree) or equivalent level in Psychology, Education, Community work, Health & Social Care or a relevant discipline professional qualification AND 1 years paid experience in working with individuals with ASD to include developing strategies to enhance their social interaction.
OR
RQF 4 or equivalent in Psychology, Education, Community work, Health & Social Care or a relevant discipline AND 3 years’ experience as above

Proficiency in IT skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook

Ability to work independently with good organisational, communication & interpersonal skills 

Hold a full current driving license valid for use in the UK and Ireland and have access to a car on appointment. This criterion will be waived in the case of a suitable applicant who has a disability which prohibits them from driving but who is able to organise suitable alternative arrangements in order to meet the requirements of the post in full.

Apply Online: https://cedar-foundation.getgotjobs.co.uk/home

Closing Date: Friday 29th August 2025 at 10am

THE CEDAR FOUNDATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

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