Questions and Answers about Barnardo's
52 questions about working at Barnardo's
What is the interview process like at Barnardo's?
For a volunteer there is no interview. You fill in an application form and get invited to an induction which takes about two hours. This involves reading through and signing lots of paperwork and watching a short health and safety video. The interview process for a paid member of staff is quite different. You get invited to an interview. The questions are all predetermined and it's based on a scoring system, I believe. The questions are fairly standard "what would you do in this scenario" / "tell us about your previous retail experience" etc. etc.Asked 15 April 2017
Answered 15 April 2017
What should you wear to an interview at Barnardo's?
Barnardo's has a dress code much like any other retail based job. For a volunteer position it doesn't make much difference. Only thing to be aware of is no open sandals and no jeans on the shop floor. If it's an interview for a paid position I would definitely recommend smart clothing. Black trousers and a blouse or something similar to that that.Asked 5 May 2017
Answered 5 May 2017
How did you feel about telling people you worked at Barnardo's?
Very unprofessional would not recommendAsked 26 April 2017
Answered 26 April 2017
How does someone get hired at Barnardo's? What are the steps along the way?
Fill out an application form and then if you’re selected you get called in for an interviewAsked 16 April 2017
Answered 16 April 2017
How are the working hours at Barnardo's?
Working hours depend on the position. For a manager it's 35 hours per week working 5 days from 9am to 5.30pm. Store associates are contracted to work 3 days a week from 9am to 5-30pm. Sometimes you will be expected to do overtime/cover other shops.Asked 15 April 2017
Answered 15 April 2017
What was the most challenging part of your role at Barnardo's?
The sheer volume of workload.Asked 30 October 2018
Answered 30 October 2018
If you were in charge, what would you do to make Barnardo's a better place to work?
Make sure everyone is happy and gets to enjoy all the different roles part of the job.Asked 28 January 2019
Answered 28 January 2019
Does Barnardo's allow for flexible working hours? Or are the hours set?
Depends on the role, very limited flexibility as the receptionist and I understand why.Asked 21 October 2018
Answered 21 October 2018
Read into it first
Answered 13 May 2019
How is feedback from management delivered at Barnardo's?
Excellent ! Asked 28 January 2019
Answered 28 January 2019
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