Refuge Worker, Social Work

Domestic Abuse Refuge Project Worker (Children & Young People)

Location:

New Forest
Salary: £15,000 - £20,000 per annum

Hours:

22 hours per week
Enhanced DBS:
Required

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Refuge Project Worker to support children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse and are living in refuge accommodation. This is a trauma-informed role focused on safety, recovery, empowerment and long-term outcomes for children and families.

Key responsibilities include:

* Providing one-to-one and group support to children and young people in refuge

* Delivering safety planning, advocacy and emotional support

* Supporting children to process trauma and build resilience

* Facilitating group work, peer support and holiday activities

* Working in partnership with mothers to strengthen family relationships

* Supporting access to education, including school liaison and transfers

* Developing and reviewing individual support and risk management plans

* Advocating for families with statutory and voluntary agencies

* Maintaining accurate case records and reports in line with data protection

* Contributing to the safe day-to-day running of refuge accommodation

* Participating in an out-of-hours on-call rota, including emergency response

What we’re looking for:

* Experience supporting vulnerable children and young people

* Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

* Ability to work within a multi-agency and legislative framework

* Confidence in advocacy, risk assessment and safety planning

* Ability to manage a caseload and work independently

* Excellent communication, organisational and IT skills

* Full driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance

* Commitment to equality, diversity and trauma-informed practice

What we offer:

* Competitive salary with progression

* Meaningful, frontline work supporting families to live free from abuse

* Supportive, values-led organisation

* Training and ongoing professional development

* Regular supervision and team support