We’re Hiring

We’re Hiring

by | Feb 16, 2026 | News, Recruitment

Family Support Worker Vacancy

We are currently looking for a Family Support Worker to join our team. The position is part-time, 8 hours a week. The salary is £27,254 pro rata (Point 9 NJC payscale). The position will be community-based family support. 

Important dates:
Vacancy live: 16th  February
Closing date: 2nd March
Interviews: 12th March TBC

Please ensure that you download all four (4) documents in the Application Pack – Person Specifications, Job Description, Equal Opportunity Form & Application Form. 

If you have any questions please contact us at info@homestartnorthdown.org.uk. 

 

Person Specifications
Equal Opportunity Form
Job Description
Application Form
New Instagram Account

New Instagram Account

by | Sep 10, 2025 | News

We’ve Moved to a New Instagram Account!

We’ve got some exciting news — we’ve launched a brand-new Instagram account!  After our previous account became inactive, we’re starting fresh with @homestartnorthdown. You can now find us over there, where we’ll continue sharing all the amazing things happening in our family groups, as well as tips, stories, and opportunities for getting involved in our community.

But don’t worry — we’re still active on Facebook, too! We’ll continue to post updates, event info, and support resources on both platforms, so you can stay connected in whichever way works best for you. 💙

What can you expect from our new Instagram?

  • Sneak peeks into our weekly group themes (like our recent Farm Week!)

  • Fun play ideas and activities to try at home

  • Volunteer stories and how you can get involved

  • Updates on upcoming events, training, and volunteer opportunities

We’re so excited to start this new chapter with you and keep the conversation going across both Facebook and Instagram. Whether you’re a parent, carer, volunteer, or just someone who loves what we do — we’d love for you to follow us, share our posts, and be part of our growing community.

👉 Follow us now at @homestartnorthdown
And of course, stay tuned for all the latest updates here on Facebook as well.

Thank you for your continued support — we couldn’t do what we do without you!

A Huge Thank You to our Volunteers

A Huge Thank You to our Volunteers

by | Sep 3, 2025 | Recruitment, Volunteering

A Morning Out With Our Volunteers

The sun was shining on our volunteers as we headed out to Mount Stewart for a much-deserved treat! We enjoyed a cuppa and bun and had a dander through the gorgeous gardens and house. We count ourselves lucky to have a wonderful group who shares not only their time, but also their skills and experience with so many families in the area. We are so grateful for each of them! 

If you’d like to become part of this group, we need volunteers to help support families in the family home across Bangor, Conlig, Donaghadee and Holywood and in our family groups which run weekly in Bangor.

We have an intensive training course starting this autumn for new volunteers which provides the skills, knowledge and confidence to flourish in the role. Out of pocket expenses are reimbursed.

For more information email info@homestartnorthdown.or.uk or phone 07398 759187. To apply, click the button below.

Click Here for Volunteer Application
Volunteer Training this Autumn

Volunteer Training this Autumn

by | Aug 26, 2025 | News, Recruitment, Volunteering

Volunteers Needed for Autumn Training Session 

Home-Start North Down is looking for volunteers to join our volunteer training course this autumn. Perhaps you’re looking for a rewarding way to make a real difference in the community? We’d love to chat with you about our training opportunities.

By volunteering you will be able to share your skills and life experience with other parents to help them navigate the challenges of family life.

Volunteers are needed to help support families in their family homes across Bangor, Conlig, Donaghadee and Holywood and in our family groups which run weekly on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in Bangor.

Volunteers receive intensive training which provides them with the skills, knowledge and confidence to flourish as a volunteer. Out of pocket expenses are reimbursed.

For more information or to apply, email info@homestartnorthdown.org.uk or phone/WhatsApp message 07398 759187.