Barnardo's Northern Ireland

Store Associate We have an exciting opportunity for a Store Associate to join our friendly team at Barnardo's Belfast Donation Centre. This will be a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate, motivated, and keen to help raise funds to support the most vulnerable children and young people in the UK. As a Store Associate you will support the Store Manager, other Store Associates, and volunteers to help run a busy store, you will have the opportunity to develop and learn within the store. Store Location: Belfast Donation Centre, Unit 14, Connswater Retail Park, Belfast, BT5 5LP Permanent: 14 hours Some of the Key Responsibilities Excellent customer service Visual merchandising Helping to run the store when the Manager absent. Organising , pricing and steaming stock before going on the shop floor. Ensuring stock is generated over the door by members of the public and ensuring donors sign up for gift aid. Implement any promotion in the store as directed by Head Office or your Area Business Manager or your Store Manager. Achieve and maintain high standards of housekeeping, organisation and cleanliness throughout the Store, including the sales floor and stockroom areas. Actively encourage the public to donate saleable stock. Rotate stock on a daily basis so that no garment remains on the shop floor for any longer than the agreed time limits. C andidates must demonstrate on their application how they meet the following: Essential Experience of working in customer service environment Experience of cash handling Experience of supervising staff/volunteers Experience of working on own initiative Experience of working in a fashion environment Previous work with basic IT, admin and figures The full Job description and Person profile is attached to this advert. Please read this before applying to ensure that the job matches your skills and experience. As part of Barnardo's ongoing commitment to safeguarding, our retail recruitment process requires that successful candidates are asked to consent to a Basic Access NI check. Interview Date: Where an interview date has been given in the advert, this will be the only date available. Please check this before proceeding with your application. The Retail section consists of more than 700 Barnardo's shops across the UK. These high-street stores are reliant on donations from the public and corporate supporters, and generate funds from the sale of these donated items. There are a wide range of shops, from traditional charity stores to book shops and furniture. The Trading division produces and sells a range of products, including cards and gifts. 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. About Barnardo's At Barnardo's we believe in children - no matter who they are, what they have done or what they have been through. Please read about our basis and values following the link below. You will be asked questions relating to them as part of the recruitment process for this role. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is reflected in our values and our practice, and we have invested in this area of our work to ensure that we can deliver on our commitments to be an inclusive employer. EDI is a key enabler of our purpose as a charity and we want to ensure that the diversity of our teams is reflective of the communities we serve and that we continue to learn and develop our work with a focus on inclusion. We particularly encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minoritised Ethnic Communities, candidates who are LGBT+ and Disabled candidates. For further information and to submit your application, click the apply icon.

Project Worker 2 - Youth Participation Worker We are seeking a dedicated Youth Participation Worker to play a key role in delivering Barnardo's Traveller Support Service for Irish Traveller families across the Greater Belfast area. About the Traveller Youth Voice Project Our Youth Voice Project is for young people aged 12+.The focus of this project is to amplify the voices and lived experiences of Traveller young people, promote inclusion, remove barriers to accessing services and create opportunities for young people to thrive and reach their full potential. It involves: Youth Group which takes place fortnightly during term time in a community setting One to one mentoring which takes place weekly/ bi-weekly at young peoples' homes or in a community setting. About the Role The post holder will be responsible for developing and delivering the Youth Voice Project. The post holder will be required to: Liaise with schools, community group, parents and young people to invite referrals Respectfully engage with parents and young people from Traveller families and build positive, supportive relationships Work collaboratively with young people and parents to identify support needs and set goals. Develop and deliver tailored one to one mentoring sessions for young people Develop and deliver group sessions for young people that focus personal development, building skills and voice and influence Actively support young people to express their views, identify key priorities, promote self-advocacy and participate in system change Work co-operatively with statutory and community organisations to promote inclusion and provide the most effective service for young people. Apply safeguarding and child protection procedures When completing your application please refer to your skills knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification, Job Description and Additional Information document . This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described. Occasional evening and weekend work will be an element of this post. A full driving licence and access to a car for business purposes is an essential requirement. Location: 230c Belmont Road, Belfast with option for hybrid working Although this contract has a permanent status, please be aware that this post is subject to funding currently to 31 March 2029 and therefore should this funding not be extended further, you may be subject to a redundancy consultation or a TUPE arrangement. Contact: The successful candidates will also be required to undertake an Enhanced Access NI with Child Barred List check. A waiting list will be held in the event that similar vacancies arise during the next 12 months. For further information and to submit your application, click the apply icon.

Residential Project Worker Join Our Team at The Whistlestop and Make a Real Difference! We're excited to offer rewarding opportunities within our Residential Short Break Services for Children with Disabilities - and we'd love you to be part of our dedicated, compassionate team. Where You'll Work The Whistlestop (Randalstown) - Offering short breaks for children and young people with disabilities within the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust. Who We're Looking For We're searching for kind, committed and motivated individuals who: Have experience working with children and young people , especially those with disabilities. Understand safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure the highest standards of care. Are confident in record-keeping and documentation . Hold a full driving licence (or can meet the mobility requirements of the role). Ready to Apply? When completing your application please refer to your skills, knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification and Job Description document. This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described. For any questions, feel free to reach out: The waiting list will be held in the event that similar vacancies arise for a period of up to 12 months. The successful candidates will also be required to undertake an Enhanced Access NI with Child Barred List check Applicants must be registered with the NI Social Care Council (NISCC) or willing to register by appointment. Come Along to One of Our Recruitment Promotions! We'd love to welcome you to one of our upcoming Recruitment Promotion, where you can explore what The Whistlestop Service is all about. This session give you the chance to: Meet our friendly team and get a real feel for the work we do Learn more about our service , the children we support, and what the role involves Ask questions , get honest insights and discover whether this role is right for you Complete an application form on the day , if you feel inspired to join us! Whether you're exploring a new career path or looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact, this is the perfect opportunity to find out more. Location: Junction One Retail Park Date and Time: May 16th 11am- 2pm Why Join Barnardo's? Make a tangible impact - Your work will shape young lives, providing the care and support they need to thrive. Grow professionally - We offer opportunities for training, career progression, and personal development . Enjoy a competitive salary - Starting from £13.86/hour (£21,621 annually for 30 hours) and rising up to £15.77/hour (£24,608 annually) . The full-time equivalent salary ranges from £26,666 - £30,351 (FTE) per year . Extra rewards for your dedication : £62.64 for every sleep-in shift . Premium Waking Night allowance of 'time plus one-third' for each waking night shift A range of contracts available (see Additional Information Sheet for details). 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 For further information and to submit your application, click the apply icon.