Project Worker – Limerick North
Barnardos Family Support Service, Limerick North
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 Project Worker, 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 an experienced Project Worker to join our team in our Limerick North Family Support Service. The primary purpose of this role is to develop and implement programmes that respond to the needs to the families and children referred to the service.
What will my day to day look like?
- Assessing the needs of the children and families who engage with our service using Barnardos Assessment framework and Meitheal
- Being vigilant for signs of any kind of abuse or neglect and reporting any concerns in relation to child welfare in accordance with Barnardos Child Protection Policy
- Key working with individual children and families, meeting their needs and advocating on their behalf
- Liaising with families, community, statutory and voluntary bodies and attending and contributing to reviews, case conferences and court as required
What experience do I need?
- A minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification experience of working with vulnerable children and families
- Experience of working in partnership with families and carers
- Experience of planning, implementing and reviewing programmes with children and/or families
Do I need a qualification?
Yes, to be considered for this role you will hold a recognised third level practice qualification (minimum Level 7 on the QQI) in one of the following:
- Early Childhood Care and Education / Social Care / Education / Social Work / Youth Work / or related discipline (Nursing, Psychology, Early Years’ Education).
Additional information:
Full Job Description Project Worker Limerick North
A full driving licence and access to the use of a suitably insured car is essential.
The post-holder is initially assigned to work in the Limerick North service but may be required in the future to work in other project(s) in the Limerick area in line with Organisational needs.
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
Barnardos Family Support Service, Limerick North
Employment Type
Fulltime (37 hours per week) & Contract until Feb 2026
Salary
€34,213 - €52,883 Depending on Experience
Contact Person
Elaine Carey on 061-493587 / [email protected]
Closing Date
Interview Date
TBC