Children and Young ’s Support Worker – Refuge

Refuge-based | Permanent | Part-time (30 hours per week) | £20,998 per annum

For nearly 50 years, MK ACT has been dedicated to supporting victims of domestic abuse in Milton Keynes. As a highly respected organisation, we are committed to ending domestic abuse and tackling Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). We deliver specialist, survivor‑centred and trauma‑informed services that promote safety, recovery and long‑term independence.

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Children and Young People's Support Worker (C+YPSW) to join our refuge team and help create a safe, nurturing and empowering environment for children and families affected by domestic abuse.

You will deliver trauma‑informed, child‑centred support, ensuring that safeguarding, wellbeing and recovery are at the heart of everything you do.

• Provide one‑to‑one emotional and practical support to children and young people.
• Complete assessments, safety planning and support plans.
• Deliver age‑appropriate activities and holiday play schemes.
• Work closely with Family Support Workers and partner agencies.
• Identify, record and respond to safeguarding concerns.
• Support mothers to ensure children's needs are met.

• You will need to have experience of working with children, a Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare, and a Paediatric First Aid qualification
• Full UK driving licence held for a minimum of two years (insurance requirement for use of work vehicles)
• Experience working with children and young people, ideally within domestic abuse, safeguarding or trauma‑informed services
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Ability to build trusting, professional relationships
• Good record‑keeping and IT skills
• Commitment to equality, diversity and survivor‑centred practice

As part of our commitment to fair and consistent recruitment, we do not accept CVs.

Please complete the official application form using the link below. Applications submitted without the form will not be considered.