Careers at Safe Places

At Safe Places, we believe that the right people can make a life-changing difference to the children and young people we support. We are committed to recruiting individuals who share our values, mission and vision, placing the needs of young people at the centre of everything they do. We are looking for compassionate, resilient and dedicated professionals who understand the impact of trauma and can respond to pain-based and challenging behaviours with empathy, compassion, patience and consistency. Whether you are beginning your career in residential childcare or bringing years of experience, if you are committed to helping children build safer, brighter futures, we would be delighted to hear from you.

What We're Looking For

We welcome applications from people who:

  • Share our values and commitment to improving the lives of young people.

  • Demonstrate empathy, resilience and professionalism.

  • Understand and willing to implement a therapeutic and trauma-informed practice.

  • Can work collaboratively as part of a supportive team.

  • Hold the relevant qualification, skills and experience required for the role.

How to Apply

Applying for a position with Safe Places is straightforward.

  1. Review the job description.

  2. Ensure you meet the essential criteria for the role.

  3. Select Apply Now on your chosen vacancy.

  4. Complete and submit the online application form.

Please note: Safe Places for Children operates a robust safer recruitment process. We are unable to accept CVs as standalone applications. All applicants must complete the official online application form to be considered.

Currant Vacancies

WE'RE RECRUITING

Youth Worker

Locations: Downpatrick & Dungiven

Salary from £32,947

Full Time Position Description

YW Casual Position Description

Our Commitment to Safer Recruitment

Safe Places for Children is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All appointments are subject to a robust safer recruitment process, including satisfactory references, an enhanced Access NI or DBS check (as applicable), verification of qualifications and the legal right to work in the UK.

Please note that online application forms required submission of documents such as ID’s, Qualifications etc.

Need More Information?

If you would like to know more about a vacancy or have a question about our recruitment process, our team will be happy to help.

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