Project Worker 3 - Social Worker

Barnardos; Newry; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social services provider in the UK is seeking passionate Social Workers to join their team in Newry. This role involves conducting assessments and providing vital support to families in need, aiming to build brighter futures. Candidates should have a professional Social Work qualification and relevant experience in family and childcare settings. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £35,390.46 to £43,392.02, with the closing date for applications on January 11, 2026.

Qualifications

• Hold a professional qualification in Social Work recognised by NISCC.
• Have post-AYE experience in childcare settings across Hardiker levels.
• Experience of undertaking complex childcare assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of parenting capacity.
• Provide therapeutic and preventative support services.
• Work individually with parents and care givers.

Skills

Professional qualification in Social Work

Post-AYE experience in family and childcare

Experience in complex childcare assessments

Therapeutic working with children/families

Applying child protection policies

Full UK driving licence

Education

Recognised Social Work qualification

Job description

Ready for a Social Work role where you can truly make an impact?Do you thrive on challenges and want to help children, young people, and families build brighter futures? If that sounds like you - this could be your next step.We're looking for a passionate experienced Social Workers to join our dedicated team at our Newry and Armagh Family Resource Centre, part of Barnardo's.Our service has been operating for over 30 years and has strong reputation for supporting families through tough times, helping them find strength, stability, and hope.This is more than a job, it's a chance to make a real difference. You'll work directly with families, carrying out assessments and providing therapeutic support that changes lives.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive assessments of parenting capacity in families where Children are subject to LAC procedures or Child Protection registration.
• Protective parenting assessments.
• Therapeutic, educational, preventative and support services to families where children are deemed to be at risk or in need.
• Individual work with parents and other care givers.

Skills and Qualifications

• Hold a professional qualification in Social Work recognised by NISCC & Registered with the NI Social Care Council on appointment.
• Have post-AYE and recent experience in a family and childcare setting across Hardiker levels 3 & 4.
• Experience of undertaking complex childcare assessments and/or court directed work and contributing to statutory decision making forums including the provision of written reports.
• Experience of working therapeutically with children/families effected by adverse experiences e.g. trauma, social disadvantage, family breakdown, parenting difficulties, mental health, domestic violence and substance misuse.
• Experience of applying child protection/safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Hold a full UK driving licence, business insurance and access to a car for work purposes (this criteria will be waived for candidates with a disability who can demonstrate alternative means of meeting the mobility requirements of the post.

Further Information

Location: Newry (with travel to Armagh and Dungannon Family Resource Centres, plus occasional travel across the Southern Trust area)Salary: £35,390.46 to £43,392.02 (FTE)Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 11th January 2026Interviews: Weeks commencing 19th January and 2nd February 2026

Area: Derry or Londonderry
Closing date: 30 Dec 2025