Location: East Hants
Salary: £26,000 - £29,000 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
We are seeking a Domestic Abuse Outreach Worker to provide specialist support to children and young people affected by domestic abuse across East Hants.
The successful candidate will deliver trauma-informed support focused on improving emotional wellbeing, resilience, and safety outcomes for children and young people.
Main Purpose of the Role
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Provide practical and emotional support to children and young people impacted by domestic abuse
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Promote recovery, resilience, and positive outcomes
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Deliver tailored support plans and safety planning
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Work alongside families, schools, safeguarding teams, and partner agencies
Responsibilities
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Complete assessments and identify risks and support needs
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Deliver one-to-one support sessions and interventions
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Support children and young people to understand healthy relationships and safety
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Maintain accurate case management records and reports
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Participate in safeguarding and multi-agency meetings
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Advocate for children and young people to access appropriate services
Requirements
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Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable families
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Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and domestic abuse
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Ability to build positive and trusting relationships
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Strong communication and organisational skills
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Relevant qualification or equivalent experience is desirable
This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people to feel safer, more confident, and empowered