Programme Assistant X2 – Loughlinstown
Loughlinstown, Co. Dublin
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 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?
We are looking for two experienced Programme Assistants to join our Loughlinstown Early Years Service in Co. Dublin.
What will my day to day look like?
In this role, you will provide a safe, child centred environment/experience to children in the context of the service in which you work and appropriate to the role. You will be responsible for the following:
- Ensure all children attending the service receive an appropriate level of supervision.
- Support children attending to play and interact positively with other children.
- Be vigilant for signs of physical, sexual and emotional abuse and neglect and any concerns regarding the welfare of children.
- Immediately, bring any concerns to the attention of the child’s Key Worker and the Designated Person and in keeping with Barnardos Child Protection Policy.
- Record concerns promptly and accurately.
- Gather information statistics and prepare reports as required, including administration of databases as appropriate to the role
- Supervise students and volunteers where necessary and to ensure they are aware of all Barnardos policies and compile placement reports as appropriate.
- Provide a flexible service on a day-to-day basis within the Early Years’ team.
What experience do I need?
- Experience of working with children for a minimum of 6 months is essential.
- Relevant voluntary work/work experience may be considered.
Qualification
Recognised qualification (minimum Level 5 on the QQI/ FETAC), that is approved under the Early Years (Pre-school) Regulations.
The post-holder is initially assigned to work in the Early Years’ Service Loughlinstown, but may be required in the future to work in other project(s) in the South Dublin area in line with Organisational needs.
Full Job Description Programme Assistant X2 – Loughlinstown
Barnardos is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
Application Procedure
Download your application form
Shortlisting will apply (please note, CVs are not accepted on their own, candidates must complete and submit our application form through Barnardos website).
Candidates who are moved to the 2nd stage of our Recruitment process are required to complete a medical questionnaire and the E-Vetting process. References will also be taken up at this stage.
Vacancy Details
LOCATION
Loughlinstown, Co. Dublin
Employment Type
Post 1: Part-Time (25 hours) & Fixed Term until 31 July 2026 / Post 2: Part-Time (14 hours) & Fixed Term until 31 July 2026
Salary
Post 1: €18,353 - €22,309 (This is the pro-rata salary for 25 hours) / Post 2: €10,278 - €12,493 (This is the pro-rata salary for 14 hours)
Contact Person
Valerie Ryan on 012842323 / [email protected]
Closing Date
Interview Date
TBC