Upstream NI Schools Project Worker

UPSTREAM NI SCHOOLS PROJECT WORKER

Are you passionate about supporting young people before that reach crisis point?

Join MACS as a Project Worker for Upstream NI, a new schools-based initiative preventing youth homelessness before crisis hits.

As an Upstream NI Schools-Based Project Worker, you will play a vital role in delivering an innovative, early intervention model aimed at preventing youth homelessness across schools in Northern Ireland. Working directly within educational settings, you will use a universal screening tool to identify young people who may be at risk of housing instability or crisis.

You will provide person-centred, strengths-based support to young people and their families, helping to address underlying issues before they escalate. Collaborating closely with school staff, families, and external services, you will coordinate tailored interventions that promote wellbeing, resilience, and long-term housing security.

This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering approach inspired by international best practice and adapted to meet the specific needs of young people in Northern Ireland.

Please see attached Job Description and Person specification for essential skills and knowledge required for the post and click apply to submit your CV.
See attached Recruitment Guidance notes and Why Work for MACS with more information, or email hr@macsni.org if you have any further queries. CV’s submitted must demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria required for the post.

Posts Available: Full Time, Fixed Term post (12 months with possibility of extension, subject to funding)

Salary: £25,545 per annum

Benefits: MACS Pension contribution of 4% of salary; up to 41 days annual leave (including bank holidays); enhanced paid leave for Sick, Maternity and Carers leave; paid training days per year; Flexible and remote working options available.

Closing Date: Thursday 30th October 2025 at 9:30am.

MACS is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection on merit and all offers of employment are subject to an Access NI Disclosure Check.