Barnardo's Northern Ireland

Service Administrator: THRiVE & Newtownabbey Family Connections Hours of work: 22 hours per week term time. Currently funded to 31 st March 2026 (possible extension if funding becomes available) Location : Dunanney Centre, Rathmullan Drive, Newtownabbey Salary: £25,401 - £27,351 FTE. This will be calculated pro-rata for part time, term time working Closing Date: Midnight, Thursday 30th October 2025 Interview: TBC About THRIVE THRiVE is a collaboration of local parents, schools, community, voluntary and statutory partners who work together towards a collective vision for children and families living in the area from Rathcoole to Monkstown, Newtownabbey. The mission is to achieve the following outcomes; raise aspiration, improve attainment, support well-being and build collaboration. Newtownabbey Family Connections is a delivery partner of THRiVE. Working directly with children and families to deliver active learning opportunities across the local primary schools. Providing family support, parenting programmes that promote family well-being. As well as the promotion and development of the We Can aspirational campaign. The administrator role within Barnardo's NI is a fantastic opportunity to support the THRiVE coordinator and Newtownabbey Family Connections staff team in the effective delivery of valuable services to children and young people. Main tasks and responsibilities Financial administration: preparation of budgets and financial monitoring for THRiVE investors Service user records' administration Production of management information Working alongside delivery partners to collate information for monitoring reports Provision of administration services for the THRiVE coordinator and team Support the THRiVE coordinator with meetings, events and We Can aspirational campaign Attend THRiVE partnership meetings, taking minutes and following up agreed actions Essential Criteria Demonstrable substantial experience in an administrative role Demonstrable substantial experience of operating financial systems including budget monitoring and control Demonstrable substantial experience of using IT packages including word processing, spread sheets, databases, Windows applications Experience of compiling monitoring information and contributing to report For further information and to submit your application, click the apply icon. Contact details: A waiting list will be held in the event that similar vacancies arise during the next 12 months.

Early Years Practitioner - Fixed Term until July 2026 2 posts in Cookstown 20 hours per week Start Your Career in Early Years with Us! This fixed-term post offers a unique opportunity for individuals who are passionate about starting a career in childcare but may not yet have formal qualifications or extensive experience. As a Developmental Role , the successful candidate will receive on-the-job training, mentoring, and support from experienced Early Years professionals. We are looking for someone with enthusiasm, a caring nature, and a commitment to learning . This role is ideal for someone who is keen to build skills and gain experience working with children aged 0-4 years in a nurturing and supportive environment. If you're ready to take the first step into a rewarding career in Early Years, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role As an Early Years Practitioner , you will be part of our multi-disciplinary team , helping to deliver engaging and nurturing programmes for children and families. Your role will include: Supporting the Developmental Programme for 2-3-Year-Olds , running three 2.5-hour sessions weekly (Sept-June) Delivering fun and creative Outreach Play Sessions in local community venues Building trusted relationships with families, including home visits Promoting positive play, early learning, and social development Working closely with colleagues to provide the highest standard of care About Us G-old Community Partnership Sure Start , funded by the Department of Education and delivered by Barnardo's, has been supporting families in the Mid Ulster area for over 24 years. We provide inclusive, high-quality early intervention services that help children and families thrive in welcoming, supportive environments. What We're Looking For Essential Criteria A genuine interest and passion for working with young children and their families in the early years A full driving licence and access to a car (Applicants with a disability that prevents them from driving may demonstrate an alternative means of meeting mobility requirements) Desirable Criteria Experience in communicating effectively with parents/carers regarding their children's needs QCF Level 2 in Playwork (or equivalent) Relevant experience working or volunteering with children aged 0-4 years Why Join Us? Receive mentoring and structured training as you develop your Early Years career Work as part of a supportive, experienced team Play a vital role in giving children the best possible start in life Don't miss this chance to begin a rewarding career in childcare and family support. Location: Cookstown (2 posts) Salary: £26,142.40 - £28,660.16 (full-time equivalent) Hourly rate is £13.59 - £14.90 per hour, starting on the first point of the scale) Hours of Work: 20 hours per week Contract: Fixed term until 10 July 2026 Closing date: Midnight, 2 November 2025 Contact: Waiting List: A waiting list of applicants will be compiled for any similar posts arising in the next 12 months. For further information and to submit your application, click the apply icon.

Join Our Team as a Project Worker 2 - Volunteer Coordinator At G-old Sure Start , we know the power of community. For over 24 years, we've been supporting families with children under 4 across Mid Ulster, delivering high-quality, inclusive services that focus on early learning, positive parenting, health, wellbeing, and family connection . Now, we're looking for a Volunteer Coordinator to join our passionate team. This is a rewarding role where you'll play a vital part in shaping, growing, and celebrating the contribution of volunteers who make such a difference to children and families in our catchment area As Volunteer Coordinator , you will: Recruit, train, and support volunteers for our Early Years Programmes and our Breastfeeding Peer Support Service . Provide ongoing guidance and supervision, ensuring volunteers feel confident, valued, and supported . Build strong partnerships with community groups, schools, colleges, and health professionals to promote volunteering. Organise recognition and celebration events that showcase the impact of volunteering. Act as the first point of contact for new volunteers, helping them feel welcome and connected. This is a varied and people-focused role, perfect for someone who enjoys bringing people together and empowering them to make a difference. Please see the attached Additional Information Sheet for further details. Applicants must demonstrate on their application how they meet the Essential Criteria below to ensure selection for interview: Essential Criteria Experience of supervising staff or volunteers Experience of record keeping and reporting data using IT systems (e.g. Excel, Word) Experience of delivering talks or presentations to audiences The post holder will need to travel across the Mid Ulster area, so a full driving licence, access to a car and business insurance are essential . As driving is an intrinsic part of this role, applicants with a disability that prevents them from driving should be able to demonstrate an alternative means of meeting the mobility requirements of the post. Flexibility is essential - some evening and occasional weekend work will be required to meet the needs of volunteers and the families they support Desirable Criteria Experience of recruitment and induction processes for staff or volunteers Location: Cookstown base with travel across the Mid Ulster area Salary: £28,124.46 - £37,116.78 FTE (full-time equivalent) Hours of Work: 20 hours per week Contract: Permanent Closing date: Midnight , 2nd November 2025 Contact: Waiting List: A waiting list of applicants will be compiled for similar posts arising in the next 12 months. For further information and to submit your application, click the apply icon.