We are looking for an experienced Service Administrator who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people. Are you someone who is skilled in office management? Do you have an interest in working within a busy residential service? As the Service Administrator for Leaving Care Service - Belfast and Ballymena you will play a valuable role in supporting a large team of residential colleagues, by ensuring smooth administrative systems and processes are in place. To help deliver our vision, we need an experienced and motivated professional to work alongside the management team, and wider team of residential project workers. Do you have the following: Exceptional communication skills with an ability to form positive working relationships quickly. Be solution focused and proactive with an ability to work with hope and optimism. Please ensure that you outline on your application how you meet the following additional requirements Proven Ms Office Experience to include use of IT packages including MS Word and Excel. Experience of assisting with budget preparation and monitoring income and expenditure Experience of financial reporting and audit. Experience of managing systems to collect and monitor data Experience of supporting/supervising colleagues Experience of premises/facilities management. Location: Office base at Barnardo's NI Regional Office, Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast Post: Part-time administrator (22 hours), Fixed Term to 31 January 2027. Hours of work are flexible and will be agreed upon appointment. The Role is office based with the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis. Salary Range: £26,751 - £29,214.43 FTE Closing date : Midnight, Thursday 20 November 2025 Interview date : TBC Contact: The successful candidate will also be required to undertake Enhanced Access NI Check. A waiting list will be held in the event that similar vacancies arise for a period of up to 12 months Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible
Nov 15, 2025
Full time
We are looking for an experienced Service Administrator who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people. Are you someone who is skilled in office management? Do you have an interest in working within a busy residential service? As the Service Administrator for Leaving Care Service - Belfast and Ballymena you will play a valuable role in supporting a large team of residential colleagues, by ensuring smooth administrative systems and processes are in place. To help deliver our vision, we need an experienced and motivated professional to work alongside the management team, and wider team of residential project workers. Do you have the following: Exceptional communication skills with an ability to form positive working relationships quickly. Be solution focused and proactive with an ability to work with hope and optimism. Please ensure that you outline on your application how you meet the following additional requirements Proven Ms Office Experience to include use of IT packages including MS Word and Excel. Experience of assisting with budget preparation and monitoring income and expenditure Experience of financial reporting and audit. Experience of managing systems to collect and monitor data Experience of supporting/supervising colleagues Experience of premises/facilities management. Location: Office base at Barnardo's NI Regional Office, Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast Post: Part-time administrator (22 hours), Fixed Term to 31 January 2027. Hours of work are flexible and will be agreed upon appointment. The Role is office based with the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis. Salary Range: £26,751 - £29,214.43 FTE Closing date : Midnight, Thursday 20 November 2025 Interview date : TBC Contact: The successful candidate will also be required to undertake Enhanced Access NI Check. A waiting list will be held in the event that similar vacancies arise for a period of up to 12 months Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible
Are you motivated to work in partnership with, support and advocate for children and young people who have arrived in Northern Ireland, many of whom who are Separated or Unaccompanied and may have been the victims of trafficking and/or exploitation? Have you got strong interpersonal skills and a desire to ensure that children and young people's rights are upheld? Do you have a strong Human Rights based approach to your work and a desire to effect change for children and young people who need a skilled, value driven and knowledgeable advocate? Are you able to work in a fast paced environment and be flexible to respond to Risk and Need as it presents? Barnardo's NI, through the Independent Guardian Service, is seeking to employ a skilled and experienced Social Worker to work within our regional Independent Guardian team. The role of an Independent Guardian is derived from the Human Trafficking and Exploitation Act (2015) and is a crucial role in ensuring that the rights of children and young people who may be victims of trafficking or exploitation, are upheld. If the nature of this work appeals to you as a Social Worker, we are very keen to hear from you - please see the attached Job description and Additional information sheet as part of this advertisement. Please ensure that you outline on your application how you meet the criteria below: Essential Criteria: Professional qualification in Social Work with at least 1 year's post qualifying experience Registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council Demonstrable experience of direct work with ethnic minority young people, refugees and/or asylum seekers within the Statutory or Voluntary sector Demonstrable experience of completing Assessments in relation to Risk and Need relating to vulnerable Children/Young people or families Demonstrable experience of effective Case planning when working with vulnerable Children/Young people or families A working knowledge in relation to human trafficking, exploitation and asylum processes as they relate to Northern Ireland Demonstrable experience of advocating on behalf of vulnerable Children/Young people or families Knowledge, understanding and experience of working with issues related to trauma, resilience, attachment, child development and loss and impact of violence Experience of direct work with vulnerable children and families Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment Hold a valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle with business class insurance to use during working hours (alternatively those applicants with a disability that prevents them from holding a driving licence should be able to demonstrate how they can meet the mobility requirements of the post). Location: Hybrid with a specific Barnardo's base to be agreed with the applicant upon appointment. The main office for the service is based at 230C Belmont Road, Belfast BT4 2AW. Contract: Funded until 30 June 2026 (May be extended subject to funding). Hours: 37 hours per week Salary: £35,390 - £43,392 If you're committed to making a real difference in the lives of families and young children, we'd love to hear from you! Contact Email: Closing Date: Midnight, 20th November 2025 A waiting list will be held in the event that similar vacancies arise during the next 12 months Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Access NI with Child and Adult Barred List Check. Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
Nov 11, 2025
Full time
Are you motivated to work in partnership with, support and advocate for children and young people who have arrived in Northern Ireland, many of whom who are Separated or Unaccompanied and may have been the victims of trafficking and/or exploitation? Have you got strong interpersonal skills and a desire to ensure that children and young people's rights are upheld? Do you have a strong Human Rights based approach to your work and a desire to effect change for children and young people who need a skilled, value driven and knowledgeable advocate? Are you able to work in a fast paced environment and be flexible to respond to Risk and Need as it presents? Barnardo's NI, through the Independent Guardian Service, is seeking to employ a skilled and experienced Social Worker to work within our regional Independent Guardian team. The role of an Independent Guardian is derived from the Human Trafficking and Exploitation Act (2015) and is a crucial role in ensuring that the rights of children and young people who may be victims of trafficking or exploitation, are upheld. If the nature of this work appeals to you as a Social Worker, we are very keen to hear from you - please see the attached Job description and Additional information sheet as part of this advertisement. Please ensure that you outline on your application how you meet the criteria below: Essential Criteria: Professional qualification in Social Work with at least 1 year's post qualifying experience Registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council Demonstrable experience of direct work with ethnic minority young people, refugees and/or asylum seekers within the Statutory or Voluntary sector Demonstrable experience of completing Assessments in relation to Risk and Need relating to vulnerable Children/Young people or families Demonstrable experience of effective Case planning when working with vulnerable Children/Young people or families A working knowledge in relation to human trafficking, exploitation and asylum processes as they relate to Northern Ireland Demonstrable experience of advocating on behalf of vulnerable Children/Young people or families Knowledge, understanding and experience of working with issues related to trauma, resilience, attachment, child development and loss and impact of violence Experience of direct work with vulnerable children and families Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment Hold a valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle with business class insurance to use during working hours (alternatively those applicants with a disability that prevents them from holding a driving licence should be able to demonstrate how they can meet the mobility requirements of the post). Location: Hybrid with a specific Barnardo's base to be agreed with the applicant upon appointment. The main office for the service is based at 230C Belmont Road, Belfast BT4 2AW. Contract: Funded until 30 June 2026 (May be extended subject to funding). Hours: 37 hours per week Salary: £35,390 - £43,392 If you're committed to making a real difference in the lives of families and young children, we'd love to hear from you! Contact Email: Closing Date: Midnight, 20th November 2025 A waiting list will be held in the event that similar vacancies arise during the next 12 months Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Access NI with Child and Adult Barred List Check. Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
We're Hiring! - Family Support Worker Location: Horizon Sure Start Larne Contract: Funded until 30 June 2026 (May be extended subject to funding). Hours: 16 hours per week Monday - Thursday Friday 9.00am - 1.00pm Term Time Salary: £28,124.46 - £37,116.78 FTE. Please note appointment is usually at the first point of the scale. Are you passionate about supporting families and improving outcomes for young children? Join Horizon SureStart as a Family Support Worker and make a meaningful difference in your community. We currently have the following exciting opportunity available: Project Worker 2 - Family Support Worker The successful candidate will work alongside our Early Years and Family Support teams providing support where and when it is required. You will work closely with parents, children, early years staff, and health professionals: Providing support to families Facilitating parenting programmes, Facilitating parent/child programmes Covering early years creche when needed Helping families navigate services and access the right support at the right time Please refer to the Additional Information Sheet for full details of the role and essential criteria. Be sure to clearly demonstrate how you meet these in your application. Essential Criteria: Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Childcare, Learning and Development or a related field, or a qualification above this, e.g. Degree in Early Childhood Studies or a related field. Demonstrable experience of working with children 0-4 in a preschool setting Relevant demonstrable experience working directly with families and young children in a supportive role Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage sensitively and effectively Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and early intervention approaches Hold a full UK driving licence, business insurance and access to a car for work purposes (this criteria will be waived for candidates with a disability who can demonstrate alternative means of meeting the mobility requirements of the post). Desirable Criteria: Previous experience delivering parenting programmes If you're committed to making a real difference in the lives of families and young children, we'd love to hear from you! Click the apply icon for further information and to submit your application. Contact Email: Closing Date: Midnight, 20th November 2025 A waiting list will be held in the event that similar vacancies arise during the next 12 months Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Access NI with Child and Adult Barred List Check Please note that due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
Nov 11, 2025
Full time
We're Hiring! - Family Support Worker Location: Horizon Sure Start Larne Contract: Funded until 30 June 2026 (May be extended subject to funding). Hours: 16 hours per week Monday - Thursday Friday 9.00am - 1.00pm Term Time Salary: £28,124.46 - £37,116.78 FTE. Please note appointment is usually at the first point of the scale. Are you passionate about supporting families and improving outcomes for young children? Join Horizon SureStart as a Family Support Worker and make a meaningful difference in your community. We currently have the following exciting opportunity available: Project Worker 2 - Family Support Worker The successful candidate will work alongside our Early Years and Family Support teams providing support where and when it is required. You will work closely with parents, children, early years staff, and health professionals: Providing support to families Facilitating parenting programmes, Facilitating parent/child programmes Covering early years creche when needed Helping families navigate services and access the right support at the right time Please refer to the Additional Information Sheet for full details of the role and essential criteria. Be sure to clearly demonstrate how you meet these in your application. Essential Criteria: Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Childcare, Learning and Development or a related field, or a qualification above this, e.g. Degree in Early Childhood Studies or a related field. Demonstrable experience of working with children 0-4 in a preschool setting Relevant demonstrable experience working directly with families and young children in a supportive role Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage sensitively and effectively Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and early intervention approaches Hold a full UK driving licence, business insurance and access to a car for work purposes (this criteria will be waived for candidates with a disability who can demonstrate alternative means of meeting the mobility requirements of the post). Desirable Criteria: Previous experience delivering parenting programmes If you're committed to making a real difference in the lives of families and young children, we'd love to hear from you! Click the apply icon for further information and to submit your application. Contact Email: Closing Date: Midnight, 20th November 2025 A waiting list will be held in the event that similar vacancies arise during the next 12 months Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Access NI with Child and Adult Barred List Check Please note that due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.