Residential Childcare Worker

Barnardos; Banbridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization in Banbridge is seeking passionate Residential Childcare Workers to support children and young people during short stays. The role involves providing compassionate care, creating engaging environments, and working within a dedicated team. Applicants should have experience with children, ideally in residential settings, and hold a relevant Level 3 qualification. The position offers a permanent contract with weekly hours of 22 and is flexible across Monday to Sunday.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children and young people.
• Ability to keep records or contribute to reports.
• Understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Valid driving license or alternative mobility solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care and support to children during their stays.
• Create a fun and supportive environment for children.
• Work as part of a dedicated team providing excellence in care.

Skills

Experience with children and young people

Record keeping

Safeguarding policy knowledge

Driving license or mobility solution

Experience with disabilities

Experience in a residential setting

Education

Level 3 qualification or above in a childcare/healthcare/social science related subject

Job description

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.We have exciting opportunities for Residential Childcare Workers within our Residential Short Break Services for Children with Disabilities.Where You'll Work: Willowgrove Banbridge. Providing short breaks for children and young people with disabilities within the Southern Health and Social Care Trust.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Please see website for details.

Skills and Qualifications

• Experience of working with children and young people (does not have to be gained in a formal employment setting)
• Experience of keeping records/daily notes or contributing to reports.
• Experience of working within safeguarding policy and procedures.
• A valid driving license or alternatively be able to demonstrate how you can meet the mobility requirements of the post
• Please see website for full details.
• Level 3 qualification or above in a childcare/healthcare/social science related subject.
• Experience of working with children and young people living with a disability.
• Experience of working in a residential setting.

Further Information

Salary £26,142.40 to £29,463.72 per annum pro rata

Vacancy ID 1744157 Job ref. 22034 Job Sector Carers and Support Workers,Charity and Voluntary,Childcare and Social Work Area Co Down Location Banbridge Salary See Further Information No. vacancies 3 Contract Type Permanent Weekly hours 22 Published date 07/11/2025 Closing date 20/11/2025 Worktime Monday to Sunday, rota based.