Social Work Assistant - Belfast

  • First Choice Selection Services
  • Jan 29, 2026
Full time Healthcare & Medical

Job Description

Social Work Assistants urgently required to support our client the Belfast Trust (Family & Childcare Teams). These roles will be based in North and East Belfast.

This is an excellent opportunity to step into a vital frontline support role, working closely with Senior Social Workers and Management Teams to help deliver essential services to children and families.

Key duties will include:

  • Supervising children and families in line with care plans
  • Completing accurate and timely records and documentation
  • Liaising and interacting with allied health professionals and partner agencies
  • Preparing and collating information to support court assessments and proceedings

With multiple vacancies available for a minimum of 6 month's, successful candidates can secure immediate work in a stable Monday-Friday role (9:00am-5:00pm) with a pay rate of £13.57 per hour.

What We Need From You

  • Willingness to undergo an enhanced Access NI check
  • Experience working within the healthcare sector
  • To be NISCC registered, or willing to apply
  • Full UK Driving licence with business insurance

What we will offer you

  • A minimum of 28 days paid holiday (pro rata)
  • Free Comprehensive and ongoing annual training
  • 24 Hour on call service that can be accessed for emergencies
  • Opportunity to work in the public sector

The Next Steps

  • Contact Ella Milligan or Jonny Bill on
  • To apply, send your CV to

First Choice is an equal opportunities employer