WAVE Trauma Centre are recruiting for Welfare Rights Officer based in any of our regional centres.
The purpose of this role is to assist clients to understand, prepare for and apply for payments in relation to the Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme (TPDPS). In addition, to deliver a comprehensive one-to-one welfare rights service to those bereaved, injured and/or traumatised as a result of the ‘Troubles’.
Salary: £33,366 per annum
Location: Can be based in any of our regional centres (Armagh, Ballymoney, Belfast, Derry Londonderry, Killough or Omagh)
Hours of Work: 37.5hrs per week
Monday to Thursday 9.00am – 5.00pm and Friday 9.00am – 4.30pm.
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. Through such a rewarding role you can make a difference to the lives of others.
The recruitment and selection process will include shortlisting, assessment and interview.
Attractive remuneration and benefits are offered to include; access to specialist trauma accredited education programmes; increased annual leave with service, 8% pension employer contribution, external supervision and an Employee Support Package.
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.
Please note that the successful applicant will be required to undertake an Access NI Disclosure Check.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 10th October 2025 at 4.00pm.
WAVE is committed to the equality of opportunity and selection will be based on merit.