Project Worker 2 - BOOST Programme (Teacher)

Project Worker 2 - BOOST Programme (Teacher)

Service Objectives:

The BOOST programme is delivered to improve literacy and numeracy by Newtownabbey Family Connections, as part of the THRiVE Newtownabbey collective impact project. We work with children and families to support children's learning and development. We work in schools and communities to help improve connections between children, parents, schools and communities to improve outcomes for children.

The BOOST Project Worker role will focus on improving educational achievement through work with children and their parents. This will include:

• Working with pupils to engage them in learning and improve numeracy and literacy attainment, using a range of interventions
• Working with parents, delivering home learning packs, information sessions and programmes to support parents to promote learning at home, with a focus on literacy and numeracy
• Delivering family learning sessions after school for children and parents to engage in learning activities together

You can find out more about the BOOST programme on the THRiVE website

Essential Criteria - Applicants must outline in their application how they meet the following:

• Professional qualification to degree level in teaching i.e. Bachelor of Education or Degree with PGCE
• Demonstrable experience of teaching children in a primary school setting
• Demonstrable experience of using engaging approaches to promote children's numeracy and literacy.

Desirable Criteria

• Demonstrable experience of working with parents to support them with involvement in children's learning

A waiting list of Reserve candidates will be held in the event that similar vacancies arise during the next 12 months

Although this contract has a permanent status, please be aware that this post is subject to funding currently to 31 March 2027 and therefore should this funding not be extended further, you may be subject to a redundancy consultation or a TUPE arrangement. This contract is due to expire on 31 March 2027.

If this role is of interest to you, then please apply and we look forward to hearing from you.

Please read the Job Description and Additional Information Page for the in-depth responsibilities of this role, and when completing your application link please refer to you Skills, Knowledge and Experience in these areas and with a understanding of the context of this role.

Applicants must demonstrate how they meet the Essential criteria when completing the application form to secure an interview.

Barnardo's offers extensive training and professional development opportunities, supporting your continued growth and progression within the organisation. You will also benefit from a comprehensive range of staff perks and benefits, including generous annual leave, access to health and wellbeing support, pension contributions, and more.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we warmly encourage you to apply.

Contact Details: recruitment.supportteam

Successful candidates will be required to undertake an Enhanced Child Barred List Access NI check.

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.