Barnardo's Northern Ireland

25/08/2026

🌟 Are you a social worker looking for an opportunity to make a real difference to children's lives?

We're recruiting two passionate social workers to join our Fostering & Adoption Service in Northern Ireland - with one part-time post and one full-time post currently available.

At Barnardo's, we believe every child deserves a safe, stable, and loving home.

You'll play a vital role in supporting foster carers, adopters, children and young people to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Join a team that's changing lives every day. 💚

You can find out more and apply here:

Full time role - https://jobs.barnardos.org.uk/jobs/vacancy/social-worker---fostering--adoption--23643/24593/description/

Part-time role - https://jobs.barnardos.org.uk/jobs/vacancy/social-worker---fostering--adoption--23528/24478/description/

Get information about working with us and find out how to apply for a job. If you’re driven by a passion to make a difference to young people’s lives, we want to hear from you.

25/08/2026

LISBURN’S GOT TALENT 2026!

Hosted by Connected Minds Youth Committee Lisburn, a programme supported by Barnardo's NI, this is YOUR chance to show off what you’ve got!

Whether you sing, dance, perform magic, tell jokes, play an instrument, or have a totally unique talent – we want YOU on stage!

📅 Event Date: Friday 13th November 2026
⏰ Start Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Venue: Lagan Valley Island Centre
👥 Who can enter: Open to everyone aged 8 – 24 years old

Get your entries in by this Friday, 28th August – don’t miss out!

👉 To request an application form, email connectedmindsyc@resurgamtrust

❤️ Tickets for the show are now available for purchase at: https://www.laganvalleyisland.co.uk/whats-on/event?id=521826ARVNLJDNQLCGGQVCMHLMVHTNBBB&fbclid=IwY2xjawT6ZS1wZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMDJsbUthZkFBZ0gyYWliYmRzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEexAqEBiSowFfyzHG7q04ZuvsDuQAtvqBGPZodkz4qDXQ-z4pQutA61RWjcGE_aem_1efe2ab_s6GK3d73j78Fsg

We look forward to see some amazing talent! 💛

18/08/2026

⛳ Not a golfer? No problem! You don’t need to be able to be able to swing a club to join our fantastic fundraising evening event at Edenmore House in just a few weeks! 🎉

And who knows… you could even be heading home with a week-long holiday in Florida to look forward to! 🌴☀️

Come along and enjoy a brilliant evening with us, including:

🍖 A delicious BBQ
🎶 Live entertainment
🎁 An incredible charity auction with fantastic prizes

👇 Take a look at what you could win in the auction! 👇

*7-night Florida villa stay in the Highlands Reserve Golf Community, Davenport, close to the Walt Disney World Resort

* Boxed signed Alexis Mac Allister Liverpool FC Shirt

* £500 Oasis travel voucher

*Framed DP World Tour Flag, signed by Rory McIlroy

*Framed DP World Tour Flag, signed by Tommy Fleetwood

*Framed boxing glove, signed by Carl Frampton

Best of all, your support will help us change childhoods and change lives across Northern Ireland. 💚

Find out more here: https://www.barnardos.org.uk/events/barnardos-ni-golf-day-2026/evening_tickets

17/08/2026

Thank you Millar McCall Wylie for being an amazing fundraising partner! 👏👏👏

And best of luck for the challenge on 5th September!

Your support makes a huge difference to children and young people in Northern Ireland 💚

Our next charity fundraiser for the fantastic Barnardo's Northern Ireland will see our team tackle the North Down Coastal Path on 5th September...and no that doesn't mean sampling all the coffee shops along the way! ☕

It means we'll be hiking from Holywood, clambering through Craigavad, bobbing along past Bangor to arrive at Orlock near Groomsport... all while raising funds for a fantastic cause. 👟

We can't wait to take on the challenge as a team and would be hugely grateful for all donations, which can be made here:

https://www.justgiving.com/page/mmwcharitypartner2026?msockid=298390c686c86f0612bc87fd875f6e2c

11/08/2026

⛳One month from today we'll be teeing up at Edenmore House for our first Barnardo's Northern Ireland Golf Day and we'd love you to join us! ⛳

Our event on Friday 11 September is set to be a fantastic day of golf, networking and fundraising - all in support of children and young people across Northern Ireland.

We're bringing together teams for a four-ball tournament, teeing off at 1.30pm, followed by an evening BBQ and charity auction.

Whether you’re aiming for the win or simply enjoying the game, every putt will help change childhoods and change lives across Northern Ireland.

Entry fee: £400 per four-ball team (£100pp)

Four-ball teams will enjoy...
- Pre-golf bacon rolls, tea and coffee.
- On-course competitions and prizes.
- Evening BBQ and entertainment

There are lots of ways to get involved – from entering a team or attending the evening BBQ and charity auction, to donating a raffle prize, or exploring our sponsorship opportunities. We’ll also have some exciting prizes up for grabs for anyone who can secure a hole in one!

Register your team today and be part of something special 💚

https://www.barnardos.org.uk/events/barnardos-ni-golf-day-2026

05/08/2026

💚 As part of Week, our service teams have been visiting stores across Northern Ireland, sharing the incredible work happening every day to support children, young people and families in local communities.

It's also been a great opportunity to hear from our amazing store staff and volunteers about the vital role our retail teams play in raising funds to make that work possible.

Roisin from our Family Connections - South & East service recently visited Peter and the team at our King's Road store in East Belfast to discuss the challenges facing local families and the support Barnardo's provides.

📚 Peter also shared a fantastic community initiative happening in store! Until Sunday 9 August, every child visiting the King's Road store with an adult making a purchase will receive a FREE children's book, while stocks last.

Pop in, pick up a bargain, and help us make a difference in the lives of children and families across Northern Ireland. 💚

03/08/2026

It's an exciting day as we launch , a UK-wide week of celebration between our stores, services, colleagues, volunteers, and communities!

You can get involved in activities including a poster competition and a Swap Shop in stores across Northern Ireland! 💚

30/07/2026

The Belfast Area Domestic and Sexual Violence and Abuse Partnership has re-launched an important app designed to help tackle abuse.

‘Haven: Belfast’ is free to download and is aimed at anyone experiencing domestic or sexual abuse within an intimate partner relationship, as well as professionals supporting them.

The app provides information on domestic and sexual abuse, how to recognise the warning signs of an abusive relationship, and where to access support.

The relaunch follows recent legislative changes and a wider understanding in Northern Ireland that domestic abuse is not limited to physical violence.

The app provides information on what constitutes domestic abuse, including non-violent forms such as emotional abuse, coercive and controlling behaviour, and financial abuse. It also explores the impact domestic and sexual abuse can have on those experiencing it and outlines where support is available.

For professionals working with people impacted by abuse, the app includes guidance on recognising the signs and effects of abuse, responding appropriately to disclosures, and accessing further support services.

You can download it by scanning the QR code in the image below.

29/07/2026

Holiday Hunger is back in the spotlight this week.

Belfast Live has highlighted Danny Baker MLA's Private Member's Bill which seeks to place a legal duty on the Department of Education to provide support for children entitled to free school meals during school holidays.

The Bill would help around 90,000 children across Northern Ireland who currently receive free school meals during term time but are left without support during school holidays.

At Barnardo's NI, we've responded to the consultation, urging the Assembly to back this vital legislation.

School holidays can place enormous pressure on families already struggling to make ends meet.

No child should go hungry because school is closed. This Bill is an important step towards tackling holiday hunger and ensuring children have access to the nutritious food they need all year round.

Read our consultation response here: https://www.barnardos.org.uk/research/consultation-response-education-holiday-meal-payments-bil

https://www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/holiday-hunger-bill-only-start-34366820

The Sinn Féin MLA said that he is exploring a potential second Private Members Bill after the election, which would legislate for universal free school meals

28/07/2026

We had a fantastic time at Belfast Pride at the weekend! 🌈

Pride is about celebrating identity, belonging and the freedom to be yourself. ❤️

Every young person's journey to understanding who they are is unique – and that's something to be proud of.

We're celebrating every young person, and the safe, supportive spaces that help them feel seen, valued and accepted.

We support LGBT+ children and young people, as well as their families. Across all our services, we're committed to creating safe, inclusive spaces where every young person can thrive.

Find out more here https://www.barnardos.org.uk/get-support/support-for-young-people/lgbt