Asylum Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Londonderry, United Kingdom Mears Group Full time

We are seeking an Asylum Support Specialist to join our team in Northern Ireland. This role involves working with asylum seekers going through their right to work asylum application process with the Home Office.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Ensure service users are supported at various stages of their asylum application process, including any safeguarding and welfare issues.
  • Provide practical and emotional support to service users, monitoring their well-being and support needs.
  • Update records accurately for Home Office audit purposes.

Salary up to £28,350 per annum. Benefits include 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, company vehicle and fuel card, and access to EAP Counselling sessions.

Requirements:
  • Experience of working with vulnerable and diverse client groups.
  • Understanding of safeguarding principles.
  • Ability to identify individuals' and families' needs and recognize required support packages.


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