20774 - Residential Childcare Worker - Willowgrove - Banbridge

Join Our Team at Willowgrove and Make a Real Difference!

At Barnardo's, we set the highest standards in the work we do with children, young people, and families. Every day, we show that we believe in children, and we want passionate, dedicated individuals to join us in making a lasting impact.

Where You'll Work

🏡 Willowgrove (Banbridge) – Providing short breaks for children and young people with disabilities within the Southern Health and Social Care Trust.
 

Whether you're looking for a permanent role (30-37 hours per week) waking night only roles or a flexible ‘As and When' position, we may have the perfect fit for you!

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.
✅ Understands 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).

What You'll Do

⭐ Provide hands-on, compassionate care and support to children and young people during their short stays.
⭐ Help create a fun, engaging, and supportive environment where every child thrives.
⭐ Work as part of a dedicated and dynamic team, committed to excellence in care.
⭐ Enjoy flexible shift patterns, including sleep-ins and waking nights—bringing variety and balance to your role.

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 £13.58/hour (£21,196.54 annually for 30 hours) and rising up to £15.31/hour (£23,889.50 annually). The full-time equivalent salary ranges from £26,142.40 - £29,463.72 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 

✅ Enjoy great benefits, including:

• 26 days of annual leave plus 10 statutory holidays (pro-rata).

• A contributory pension scheme to secure your future.

• A holiday purchase scheme and staff discounts to support your well-being.

If you're compassionate, driven, and ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Job Details

🕒 Hours: A range of contracts available (see Additional Information Sheet for details).
💷 Salary: £26,142.40 - £29,463.72 FTE.
⏳ Closing Date: Midnight, Wednesday 16th April 2025.
📅 Interviews: Thursday 24th & Friday 25th April 2025 at Barnardo's Regional Office, Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast.

📩 Ready to Apply?
Make sure to outline how you meet the essential criteria listed on the additional information sheet in your application.

For any questions, feel free to reach out:
📧 recruitment.support@barnardos.org.uk

Join us and be part of something truly meaningful.

A waiting list will be held in the event that similar vacancies arise for a period of up to 12 months