A new opportunity is available for a motivated Domestic Abuse Family Support Worker (with Early Years) to join our highly experienced team in Refuge. The post is based within the Refuge setting and will involve various duties to meet the needs of the organisation.
Job Title: Domestic Abuse Family Support Worker (with Early Years)
Job Type: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week, including a twilight shift
Hourly Rate: £13 – £13.50 per hour, depending on relevant experience
Purpose of the role:
The Domestic Abuse (DA) Family Support Worker (with Early Years) will work as part of the wider Refuge team, under the supervision of the Refuge Team Leader and Trauma Informed Coordinator. The aim of the role is to work in collaboration with early years, children and parents ensuring the whole family approach which provides trauma-informed, person-centred and empowering support to those affected by domestic abuse.
Part of the role will include supporting the delivery of the Refuge’s on-site nursery under the guidance of the Nursery Lead. This will include contributing to the delivery of safe, nurturing and stimulating early years provision in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, relevant regulatory requirements and organisational policies.
Availability during morning nursery sessions is essential, alongside flexibility to support family activities, youth club and school holiday provision.
Key skills:
- Have an open and welcoming manner and good communication skills with both adults and children.
- A good understanding of child development and the ability to identify environmental risks and impact.
- A sound understanding of child protection, Early Help, Adults at Risk and a commitment to follow procedure.
How to apply and other information
- Women only applicants can apply for the post as this is an occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1, schedule 9 of the Equality Act under section 7.2e of the Equality Act 2010
- Request an application pack by emailing jobs@fortalice.co.uk