Job title: Education & Training Co- Ordinator (Early Intervention and Prevention Services) Responsible to: Head of Early Intervention & Prevention Services Location: Belfast or L/ Derry based - Regional Role with travel required across Northern Ireland Contract Type: Full time: 37 hours. Hybrid working hours fixed term until 31st March 2028 Salary: £30,645 £32,891 About Nexus Nexus is a Northern Ireland wide charity and 2024 marked 40 years of providing services in supporting victims and survivors of sexual abuse and abusive relationships. Every year in Northern Ireland there are thousands of sexual offences reported to PSNI, and thousands more that go unreported. Without specialist support like ours, victims of these crimes will find it even harder to deal with the trauma they experience. The impact of this trauma can be devastating and is lifelong. We deliver a range of bespoke and specialised supports and services including: Trauma informed counselling to those affected by sexual assault and trauma from age 8 Post counselling support and follow-up A UK wide 24 hour Domestic and Sexual Abuse Helpline, which is funded by the Department of Health, Department of Justice, and the Department for Communities in Northern Ireland Education and Training initiatives delivered to a breadth of organisations, professionals, parents, schools and young people on topics such as consent, child sexual exploitation, handling disclosures and healthy relationships. Our most recent strategic plan (2023- 2026), latest reports, policies and research can be viewed here:About - Nexus NI We use lived experience, professional expertise and research to improve the development of relevant policy, practice and service commissioning. We stimulate debate so our society becomes more informed and confident in speaking out and challenging sexual abuse and abusive relationships to break the cycle. Our people our vital to the success of the organisation, they are a dedicated and professional group of individuals who uphold our values through the delivery of specialist, quality driven and sustainable services. Purpose of the Role This postholder will coordinate operational the development and delivery of all our specialist education programmes for children and young people, professional training for corporate, statutory and voluntary organisations provided by our Early Intervention and Prevention Team. Your key responsibilities will include leading a multi-disciplinary team that comprises of Trainers, both employed and associate to successfully develop and d this work. Further information on the work of our EIPS Team can be found here: Coordination Responsibilities Programme Coordination:Coordinate and quality assure the effective development and delivery of EIPS programmes. Team Leadership:Provide leadership and line management support to a multi-disciplinary team. Programme Delivery:Spearhead programme delivery, including the development of programme materials and resources, and co-ordinate all activities to ensure a smooth and impactful experience for participants. Continuous improvement: Collaborate with the team to continuously improve and refine the services policies, processes and materials to ensure programme interventions reflect client and participant feedback. Performance and Practice:Implement evidence-based practices to enhance programme effectiveness and achieve agreed KPIs. Promote trauma-informed practice across all internal and external service delivery. Resource Development:Work closely with stakeholders to identify and develop additional resources that can complement the programmes. Income Generation: Nurture new professional relationships and partnerships with the aim of increasing income generation through the delivery of paid training and contracted services Data Collection and Reporting:Maintain accurate records, track programme outcomes, and produce regular reports on the programme progress, including its impact and effectiveness. Collaboration:Collaborate with partner organisations, community agencies, and relevant stakeholders to strengthen and expand each programme's reach and impact. Service Development and Delivery Responsibilities Education and Training Oversee the development and delivery of preventative education and training to external organisations, schools, and community partners ensuring that this work complements and enhances the wider therapeutic services we provide. Pro- actively plan and implement a suite of education programmes to engage with key stakeholders, schools and community groups ensuring the ethos of the Nexus is at the heart of each session Promote and market the benefits of education and the services we provide to encourage enquiries and generate new opportunities to develop the scope and reach of our Early Intervention & Prevention services and expertise Be pro- active in exploring future design and creatives to ensure our products and content are new and responsive to emerging issues relevant to the customer. Liaise with schools, community groups, statutory and public organisations to assess the education needs of participants to deliver a bespoke and tailored session where possible. Liaise closely with Aftercare Services Co-Ordinator to ensure smooth delivery of all services within EIPS General responsibilities Maintain professional practice standards in line with Nexus principles, policies and procedures To work across other Nexus projects collaborating closely to ensure the Nexus brand qualities are delivered to the highest standards To maintain an awareness of own and others health and safety and comply with Nexus Health and Safety procedures To comply with Nexus Diversity and Equality policies and practices To maintain and develop competence in the use of IT systems Undertake responsibilities in directly supporting the work of others in delivering all the services of the team Keep professional records of all programmes of work Provide a series of staged assessment reports and a contribute to a final post evaluation report Maintain records of programme activity and financial expenditure Other appropriate duties as required by Line Manager Contribute to the development of best practice and service development, taking a lead role as required Essential Criteria Degree or equivalent in social work, psychology, counselling, or a similar related field. Experience delivering training in a range of settings Two years' experience in co-ordination of funded programmes Experience of line management and good team leadership. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Experience of developing, designing, and delivering projects. Excellent organisational and time management skills. Managing a project usingdata collection and programme evaluation to completestatistical returns and monitoring Managing financial and other resources within budgetary expectations Understanding of domestic abuse, trauma, and recovery dynamics. Ability to adapt to evolving client needs and feedback. Demonstrated ability to source and co-ordinate local resources and services to support service users. Desirable Criteria Working in the voluntary sector Working directly with funding officers Working directly with vulnerable adults and/or survivors of sexual violence in a supporting role A recognised training/facilitation qualification Experience in leading initiatives related to domestic abuse recovery. CV Application requirements ACCESS NI (Criminal Conviction Checks for Regulated Activity Posts) The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced Access NI check. The Access NI Code of Practice is available to applicants on request. Having a criminal record does not automatically prevent a person being employed by Nexus NI. If you are unsure what this is, please consult this website: As per Access NI Code of Practice Nexus NI has a policy on the recruitment of Ex-offenders which is available on request by sending an email to: All information disclosed will be handled in accordance with the Nexus NI policy on Keeping Information Safe which is available on request by sending an email to: A full, clean driving licence is required for this role, as the post involves regular travel between locations in the course of normal duties. Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they can meet the mobility requirements of the post. This may be through access to a driving licence and use of a vehicle, or by other suitable means, such as public transport or alternative travel arrangements. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. In line with the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (as amended in Northern Ireland) and Equality Commission for Northern Ireland guidance, we will consider reasonable adjustments to the selection process and/or working arrangements where a disability affects an applicants ability to hold a driving licence, provided that the essential requirements of the role can be fulfilled. This job description is not incorporated into the employees contract of employment. It is intended as a guide and should not be viewed as an inflexible specification. It may be varied from time to time in the light of strategic developments following discussion with the post holder. Deadline for applications: Monday 15th June 2026 at 12pm. For more information please visit our website.
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