Disability Action Northern Ireland

10/09/2026

📢 Take a look at what’s happening at our 40 Reasons Why Employment Conference!

Join Disability Action on Wednesday 21 October at the Hilton Hotel Belfast for 40 Reasons Why – an employer-focused conference making the case for disabled talent and turning inclusion into practical action.

Throughout the day, speakers, employers and delegates will explore the barriers disabled people continue to face in employment, the value of disability-inclusive workplaces, and practical approaches to recruitment, workplace adjustments, retention and progression.

And at the heart of the conference is our 40 Reasons Challenge. We’ll be asking delegates to share their reasons why employers should recruit, retain and progress disabled people, bringing them together to create a collective case for inclusive employment.

Explore the images below to see what’s planned throughout the day.

📅 Wednesday 21st October
📍 Hilton Hotel Belfast
🎟️ Places are limited – register now: https://buytickets.at/disabilityaction/2391781

10/09/2026

📢 ONSIDE Evolution officially launches this Friday!

We are delighted to be launching ONSIDE Evolution, a project supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).

ONSIDE Evolution will support disabled people and carers across Northern Ireland and the border counties to build digital skills, strengthen social connections and create opportunities to participate more fully in community life.

📅 Friday 11 September 2026
🕚 11am
📍 Carrickdale Hotel & Spa, Dundalk

The programme is led by Disability Action in partnership with Independent Living Movement Ireland (ILMI), Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) and Supporting Communities.

Join us in Dundalk this Friday as we officially launch ONSIDE Evolution!

10/09/2026

📢 The next meeting of the All Party Group on Disability will take place in person on Monday 14th September 2026.

📅 Monday 14th September 2026
⏰ 1.00pm
📍 Senate Chamber, Parliament Buildings, Stormont, BT4 3XX

The meeting will include a presentation from Sheena McMullen of the Joseph Rowntree Foundation on the impact of poverty on disabled people.

🔗 Please register to attend: buytickets.at/disabilityaction2/2397863

BSL interpretation will be available. ISL is available on request.

All Party Group on Disability Meeting – Stormont Parliament Building, Mon 14 Sep 2026 - The All Party Group meeting on Disability meeting will take place in person on Monday, 14th September 2026 at 1pm,  Senate Chamber, Stormont Parliament Building, BT4 3XX This meeting will be on All Party Grou...

09/09/2026

📣 APPLY NOW | The Department of Education has launched a public appointments competition to appoint four members to CCEA and CCMS. This will also include nine appointments to the Diocesan Education Committees.

🔗 Find out more and apply: https://www.education-ni.gov.uk/news/applications-sought-de-appointed-members-council-curriculum-examinations-assessment-and-council-catholic-maintained-schools-and-its-diocesan-education-committees

08/09/2026

📢 We're Hiring: Community Development Worker – ONSIDE Evolution

Help disabled people and carers build confidence, develop digital skills and become more connected and active within their communities.

As a Community Development Worker, you'll provide one-to-one support to ONSIDE Evolution participants, helping them overcome barriers, access new opportunities and take a more active role in community life.

💰 £28,138.87 per annum
⏰ FT 35 Hours per week
📍 Belfast/Londonderry/Derry/Dungannon Disability Action offices with travel and support provided across Northern Ireland - We welcome applicants from Mid Ulster

🗓️ Applications close Wednesday 23rd September 2026

Interested? Find out more about the role, view the full Job Description and find out how to apply: https://tinyurl.com/acdc6dhf

07/09/2026

📢 We're Hiring: Senior Finance Officer

We're looking for an experienced finance professional to help support effective financial management across Disability Action.

As our Senior Finance Officer, you'll support financial reporting, budgeting and planning, working closely with managers and budget holders to provide financial information and guidance that supports effective decision-making.

💰 £33,649.03 per annum
⏰ FT 35 hours per week
📍 Head Office - Belfast

🗓️ Applications close Friday 18th September 2026 - 12 noon

Interested? Find out more about the role, view the full Job Description and find out how to apply: https://tinyurl.com/49343rw8

04/09/2026

📢 We're Hiring: Bus Driver – Disability Action Transport Service (DATS)

Help disabled people get where they need to go safely, comfortably and with greater independence.

As a DATS Driver, you'll provide safe and accessible transport for disabled people, supporting passengers throughout their journeys and helping them stay connected with their communities.

💰 £15,301 per annum (pro rata)
⏰ Part-time, 21 hours per week
📍 Head Office - Belfast

🗓️ Applications close Thursday 10th September - 12 noon.

Interested? Find out more about the role, view the full Job Description and find out how to apply: https://bit.ly/4wOb5qb