Support Service Caseworker

Islington Centre is seeking a committed and motivated Support Service Caseworker. Do you want to help refugees and asylum seekers in London?  Have you got casework experience in working to support refugees or vulnerable people individually?  If so, this exciting opportunity could be for you. Islington Centre for Refugees has been helping to integrate refugees since 1997.  We engage with our clients each day and are currently working in-person, online and by phone. We operate in-person from the Centre’s premises in Islington on a Tuesday and Wednesday. We create a community, teach English, provide a support service and a therapeutic and creative space with arts activities and sports that help people who have suffered trauma.  You will be working directly to help resolve issues arising around destitution, accommodation, asylum support, health benefits and referrals to partner organisations and further education colleges. The role requires someone who is resilient, professional, self motivated with a strong work ethic and determination, attention to detail, the ability to make decisions and strong empathy for the clients we work with. We welcome candidates with OISC accreditation or a desire to work towards it. The role requires working both at the Centre and from home. If you’d like to apply, please download the Application Form and Job Description/Person Specification and email us your completed Application Form.

Please note we CANNOT accept applications without a fully completed Application Form.

Closing Date: Sunday 9th June 2024

Interview Date (Online): Friday 21st June 2024

Please note the interview date is fixed

For candidates selected for interview there will be a written activity exercise to be completed prior to the interview.