Does Barnardo's pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Barnardo's employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Barnardo's. This rating has decreased by 7% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Barnardo's?

52% of Barnardo's employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Barnardo's 3.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.4 for culture and values and 2.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Barnardo's?

Volunteer (128) , Store Associate (58) , Project Worker (42) , Retail Volunteer (35) , Sales Assistant (34) , Manager (31) , Sales Associate (30) , Retail Assistant (27) , Store Manager (24) , Shop Assistant (15) , Retail Store Manager (13) , Retail Sales Assistant (11) , Support Worker (11) , Administrative Assistant (8) , Administrator (8)

What are the pros of working at Barnardo's according to real employee reviews?

"The staff is friendly and try their best to make the store run properly" ((in 84 reviews)); "People are great and friendly" ((in 77 reviews)); "great team and manager." ((in 46 reviews)); "Good work life balance" ((in 17 reviews)); "Good working environment plus it is an eye opener" ((in 14 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Barnardo's according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management and unorganised back" ((in 59 reviews)); "low pay and difficult to move up the ladder" ((in 38 reviews)); "Bullying was acceptable during my time, bullies were protected and complains hidden under the carpet." ((in 25 reviews)); "Left to flounder unless you ask another manager by phone taking them away from their day." ((in 24 reviews)); "Very little training for the amount you’re expected to do." ((in 19 reviews))

Barnardo's reviews about "working environment"

33% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.6

Diversity and inclusion

3.4

Culture and values

3.3

Work/Life balance

2.9

Career opportunities

2.7

Senior management

2.7

Compensation and benefits

Reviews by job title

27 reviews

5.0

5 Mar 2025

Nice

Retail sales assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Good pay, Good working environment

Cons

No extra benefits, Good manager

Barnardo's Response

1y

Thank you very much for your comments, we really appreciate it.

4.0

21 Jun 2024

good place

Sales assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

very good working environment for those who want to volunteer

Cons

long shifts and quite low pay

Barnardo's Response

1y

Thank you for your feedback, we take all comments on board, If there is anything you would like to discuss further please email recruitmentsupportteam.ibshub@barnardos.org.uk.

4.0

29 Jun 2023

Very good working environment

Store assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

-they provide room for career development, through training etc -they have very flexible working hours -they are supportive of family values -very friendly working environment

Cons

-the job am holding is not in line with my career path

Barnardo's Response

2y

Thank you very much for your feedback.

5.0

12 Jun 2024

Volunteer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Lovely Working Environment, Nice Theme Park Benefits

Cons

Volunteer Management System is Lacklustre

Barnardo's Response

1y

Thank you for your feedback and volunteering at one of our stores.

5.0

19 Oct 2025

Excellent Company to Work With

Project worker

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

A genuine charity with core values which match what they do. A very welcoming working environment with colleagues and managers who work together to support vulnerable people, and work towards tacking household poverty. They pay a decent wage for very worthwhile work.

Cons

Can't think of any, it is genuinely a great place to work.

Barnardo's Response

6mo

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave your feedback and comments.

4.0

15 Feb 2023

Barnados

Assistant floor manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Friendly colleagues, calm working environment

Cons

Having to perform tasks outside of Job description

5.0

2 Mar 2023

Very good working environment

Sales associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Charity work Schedules are good Flexible managers

Cons

Some managers can be not as good as others Closing shop floor means over staying what you are getting paid for

Barnardo's Response

3y

Thank you for your feedback if you would like to discuss your comments further please email Recruitmentsupportteam.ibshub@barnardos.org.uk

4.0

14 Apr 2023

Good times

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Friendly work environment, flexible working

Cons

No canteen, office is very hot in summer

Barnardo's Response

3y

Thank you for your feedback, we have taken your comments on board.

4.0

28 Aug 2025

work environment

Teaching assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Great working environment, great team

Cons

none for now. My experience has been great so far.

Barnardo's Response

7mo

Thank you for your taking the time to leave your feedback, we appreciate it.

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good place

Very good working environment

Volunteer

Excellent Company to Work With

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Very good working environment

Good times

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