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Domestic Violence Support Worker
12 month Fixed Term Contract
18.75 hours pw
£27,554 (Full Time Equivalent) / £13,777 (Part Time Equivalent)
Bradford, West Yorkshire
Hamilton Woods are recruiting for a charitable organisation that is requiring a Domestic Violence Support Worker to work with men, women and children fleeing domestic abuse.
The role is initially offered on a 12 month FTC, with scope for the role to become permanent.
They are looking for someone to complete a job share, working 2.5 days per week across 18.75 hours.
**Please note: we can only accept applications from women under schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010**
Duties of the Domestic Violence Support Worker:
- Supporting individuals and families fleeing domestic violence living within temporary accommodation
- Creating independent support packages
- Safeguarding clients and actively reducing the risk of further harm
- Working with partner agencies and forging strong relationships
- Empowering clients to reach their goals and move towards independent living
Essential requirements of the Domestic Violence Support Worker:
- Enhanced DBS or willingness to undergo one
- Previous experience working within domestic violence/ sexual violence or a with a vulnerable client group supporting within a housing xwzovoh support capacity
Desirable requirements of the Domestic Violence Support Worker:
- Ability to speak additional languages such as Urdu or Punjabi is advantageous
- Driving licence and access to a vehicle
Benefits of the Domestic Violence Support Worker:
- 30 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Healthcare schemes
- Employee discount scheme
- Employee wellbeing programme
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