20572 - Project Worker 1 - Young Carers Service - Fermanagh

The Young Carers may have a role in looking after a sibling with a disability, a parent with a physical or mental health problem or a family member who has been misusing substances.  A range of supports are offered to young carers and their families including; individual work, peer support, focused group work. The Service also raises awareness of young carers and supports them to lobby for improved services.  

Essential Criteria:

• Experience of dealing with issues and factors that impact on vulnerable children and young people and/or families (e.g. disability, poverty, disadvantage).
• Experience of working independently; diary planning to manage workload and problem solving issues that occur in the course of a working day
• Demonstrable experience of engaging with families – both parents and children
• As the work will include transporting children/young people the post holder must have access to a car. A full driving licence and appropriate business insurance are also essential and evidence of these documents will be required if appointed.*

* 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.

Post:  Project Worker 1

Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31st March 2026

Hours: 37 per week (Hours are negotiable – minimum 25 per week)

Location: Fermanagh

Closing date: Midnight, 18th March 2025

Contact Email: recruitment.support@barnardos.org.uk

Please ensure you read the Additional Information Sheet attached for further details and outline on your application how you meet the essential criteria.

A waiting list will also be compiled for similar vacancies that may become available across Barnardo's NI over the next 12 months.