Why work at Barnardos?
Are you a purpose driven individual who is passionate about making a difference and helping some of society’s most vulnerable children? At Barnardos, we pride ourselves on delivering impactful services that make a difference to the lives of children and families across Ireland.
We believe that childhood lasts a lifetime. As trauma informed specialists our core purpose is to provide the necessary support for children to overcome childhood adversity, embedding a trauma informed ethos and practice into every service we provide.
What we can offer you?
As a Programme Assistant we appreciate the value of your time when providing essential support to our services, that’s why we have the necessary support structures and network in place that will allow you to make a real impact on the lives of children across Ireland. We also offer the following:
- Barnardos offers a competitive salary – recognising the experience you bring to the role
- Generous annual leave entitlements plus discretionary Company days
- Employee pension scheme with employer contribution/ Company Sick Pay Scheme
- Access to regular trauma informed support, supervision, training and many other professional development opportunities
- Tax saver and bike to work schemes in operation
- Access to the Employee Assistance/Wellbeing programme for employees and their immediate family members
What’s the role and service?
In your role as a Programme Assistant, you will support the Project Worker in facilitating the OASIS Programme. The aim of the programme is to enable young people who are at risk of early school leaving to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to enable them to remain in, and participate more effectively in school.
What will my day to day look like?
- Provide a safe and appropriate environment for children to participate in the service.
- Support children attending to play and interact positively with other children.
- Support students and volunteers where necessary and to ensure they are aware of all Barnardos policies.
- Work to meet the needs of children and young people identified as being at risk of early school leaving.
- Involving the young people, parents and families, in the development of strategies designed to meet their needs.
- Participating in ongoing programme planning, implementation, delivery and review.
- Work closely with the Project Workers and volunteers to implement the planned programmes.
- Use a trauma informed lens in relation all planned activities, interactions, observed behaviours and programmes engaged in with the young people in the group.
What experience do I need?
- Experience of working with children for a minimum of 6 months is essential.
- Relevant voluntary work may be considered.
Do I need a qualification?
Recognised qualification (minimum Level 5 FETAC /on the QQI/ NFQ) that is approved under the Early Years’ (Pre-school) Regulations.
A full driving licence and access to the use of a suitably insured car is essential.
The post-holder is initially assigned to work in the Corduff service but may be required in the future to work in other project(s) in line with organisational needs.
Barnardos is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
Closing Date: Thursday 14th May 2026
Interview Date: TBA
