Supporting Futures Consulting Ltd

Role: Domestic Abuse Caseworker Location: Buckinghamshire Hours: 37 hours per week (occasional evenings) Salary: £15-19 per hour (£ 28,624 PA) Start Date: ASAP Duration: Fixed Term Contract until March 2027. Our client is a dedicated charity supporting women and children affected by domestic abuse. They deliver refuge, outreach, and advocacy services, ensuring survivors are supported to build safer, independent lives. Key Responsibilities: • Manage a caseload of women assessed as standard risk, offering tailored 1:1 support • Complete risk and needs assessments, developing safety and support plans • Provide advocacy around housing, benefits, legal options, and health services • Support clients through the civil and criminal justice processes • Deliver interventions that build resilience, independence, and safety • Signpost to specialist services where needed • Work in partnership with statutory and voluntary agencies, including children s services • Maintain accurate case records and contribute to monitoring requirements Requirements: • Experience providing direct support to vulnerable individuals, ideally within domestic abuse or VAWG services • Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and procedures for children and adults at risk • Ability to assess risk, safety plan, and advocate effectively for clients • Skilled in partnership working and multi-agency collaboration • Strong communication and organisational skills with caseload management experience • DBS issued within the last 12 months or registered on the update service • Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle would be advantageous If it sounds of interest, please call Ellie on (phone number removed) or email at (url removed) Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.

Role: Community Link Worker Based: Northwick Park Hospital/wider community Rate: £14.75ph PAYE or £19ph Umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: Temp ongoing Hours: 35 hours per week (9-5 pm, but some flexibility needed, due to the needs of those being supported) Our client is expanding its delivery of hospital-based projects; this service is aimed at vulnerable 12 to 25-year-olds who are admitted to the Major Trauma Centre at the Royal London Hospital. They are looking for a Community Link Worker to join their team. Are you passionate about supporting and uplifting Children and Young people? Do you want to make a difference within the community for the betterment of Children and Young People? Do you understand the challenges that are faced by some CYP and are relatable? Synopsis of Duties To provide a comprehensive and holistic assessment, advice, referral, and support service to young victims of violence, exploring innovative and effective ways of supporting them which will reduce their risk of re-victimisation. Deliver an outreach service that includes advocating on behalf of the young person and their family, providing a practical service that will include setting up access to and supporting engaging with specialist support services (including mental health and wellbeing, ETE, substance misuse, finance, benefits, and debt) To work as part of the existing Emergency Department team to support and assess young victims of violence with reference to assessment practices To provide support, advice, and advocacy for children, young people, and their families following their discharge from hospital back into the community, to support with reducing Risks and Vulnerability. To produce support plans and risk management plans based on assessments. To promote inter-agency collaboration in the assessment and planning process, and to include appropriate agencies in the delivery of the service To develop and maintain relationships with partner agencies, including community-based services such as police, YOT, Probation, children s services, local authorities, and other voluntary sector organisations, ensuring appropriate information is shared, supported referrals are made and avoiding duplication of support To deliver a holistic support service working solo or with colleagues as the situation dictates; providing a practical service that will include social support, housing support, accompanying to appointments, ETE options, benefits work, debt advice, assistance obtaining furniture, liaising with utilities, appearing in court, DIY work, and cleaning. To close cases efficiently and positively, identifying a referral route for children and young people that will identify agencies that can be used for ongoing support,t and agencies that can be used if serious problems develop in the future To promote the value of lifestyle changes to the children and young people being supported To accurately and regularly collect information and evidence to support the monitoring and evaluation of the service To adhere to policies and procedures, including safeguarding, risk management, lone working, GDPR, and diversity & inclusion To invest in your personal development by attending core and additional training to keep abreast of issues facing children and young people, such as trauma-informed training, Child Criminal (and sexual) exploitation, and contextual safeguarding To carry out any other similar duties as required, and be flexible to the changing needs of this fast-paced service Essential Requirements: Personal experience of the criminal justice system, lived experience of the issues facing this client group, and/or experience of working with high risk , vulnerable children, young people,e and/or families Experience in providing support, advice, and advocacy, and communicating effectively, the needs of clients to other professionals Substantial experience in assessing the needs of children and young people who are at risk of significant harm Experience in working as part of a multiagency team, working together to achieve positive outcomes for young people, and establishing links to further the aims of a project Experience in using support plans to enable people to successfully access support services Substantial experience of engaging successfully with challenging young people, for example, people who have complex needs, people who are reluctant to discuss their needs, and people who are angry and confused Experience in assessing risk and implementing safety procedures when thinking about children and young people involved in or at risk of violence or exploitation Proven experience of working in a high-intensity environment, with an ability to effectively manage your well-being Some experience of speaking to a group of two or more people DBS on the update service Available immediately Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.

Role: Operations Manager (Child and Young Persons Services) Based: Greater London Rate: £46 500pa Start Date: ASAP Contract Type : Permanent Hours: 29.6 hours (4 days) OR 22.2 hours (3 days) Our client, a respected national Children and Young Person s Charity, is currently recruiting for an Regional Manager to oversee a portfolio of CYP and Family Support related services across London. The Operations Manager will be responsible for providing operational oversight for services and contracts within London and will ensure financial efficiency, team development, and innovation are all aligned with the region s strategic goals. Main duties: Overseeing all aspects of operational management including line management, and recruitment and retention Delivering high quality, client focused services to support children, young people and families and will foster a culture of continuous improvement Managing service budgets, driving forward service improvement and development, coordinating project implementation and ensuring services meet strategic goals Managing stakeholder relationships and working with the SMT to identify and pursue new business opportunities across London Building and managing a service delivery portfolio which will include monitoring quality, safeguarding and compliance standards and mobilisation of new contracts Contributing to the delivery of the London Regional Strategy including maintaining a development pipeline, supporting with tenders and funding bids (through operational input) and promoting services and maintaining key partnerships Key requirements: Proven leadership experience managing services for vulnerable children, young people, and families Strong background in team management, partnership building, quality assurance Skilled in stakeholder engagement, partnership building, and service development Knowledge of safeguarding, compliance, and data-driven performance monitoring A recognised qualification in social work, health, education, youth work (or equivalent), and ideally a management qualification They are looking for a proactive, compassionate leader who can lead by example and drive forward continuous improvement. They are a fantastic charity who are committed to improving the lives of families across the UK. They offer excellent training and development opportunities and feedback from previously placed candidates has been excellent. For more information, please call the team on (phone number removed) and ask to speak to Ria or email us your CV at (url removed) Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.

Role: Children and Young Person s Therapist Based: Tees Valley Salary: £21 23ph (dependant on experience and qualification) Hours: 22.5 hours (3 days a week flexible on days worked) Start Date: ASAP February 2026 Length of Contract: 3 months with the possibility of a permanent opportunity Our client, a highly respected National Children and Young Person s Charity, is looking to recruit a Therapist to provide trauma-focused therapy to children and young people affected by sexual abuse in the Northeast and North Yorkshire. The service works with children, young people under the age of 19 (and their families) and works to help children feel empowered, safe and supported from their first contact with the service. The service works to reduce the impact of abusive or traumatic experiences on CYP and their families through therapeutic work, assessments, consultation and training. They work in using a range of evidence-based approaches and encourage the use of a range of modalities and tools to best fit the child(ren) including personal centred, trauma informed, play, art, drama and integrative approaches. You will be working with a dedicated team and together with families, partners and other professionals to ensure Children and Young People are fully supported and safeguarded. Role Synopsis: Managing a caseload of children and young people and will be providing therapeutic interventions and support the centre and at safe community bases Supporting clients through one-to-one sessions and/or digital interventions Advocating for children and young people and their families to ensure that they receive services to which they are entitled Promoting a whole family approach to supporting CYP and their families Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with external agencies to best support the child/ young person Overseeing safeguarding and making safeguarding referrals as and when required and responding appropriately to child protection concerns Producing high quality clinical notes and closing summary reports Essential Requirements: Hold a minimum diploma-level qualification in counselling or therapy (e.g. counselling, child and adolescent psychotherapy, art, play, drama, or music therapy) Registered member of a relevant professional body (including BACP, PTUK, HCPC, UKCP etc) Experience of delivering therapeutic interventions to children and young people Strong working knowledge of safeguarding procedures For more information, please call the team on (phone number removed) and ask to speak to Ria or email us your CV at (url removed) Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.

Role: Independent Domestic Violence Advocate Based: Wandsworth Rate: £20 umb Start Date: 23rd February 2026 Duration: Temporary Hours: Full-time 35 hours per week Monday Friday 9-5 pm - Hybrid (Tuesday and Thursday home working 1 day office, 2 days community-based services Our client, a specialist charity, is looking for an Independent Domestic Abuse Advocate (IDVA) to join their Enhanced Support Outreach Team, focusing on supporting clients living in Wandsworth. The IDVA will provide high-quality, trauma-informed independent advocacy and support to survivors of domestic abuse and additionally face multiple disadvantages in accessing support service across Wandsworth. Funded by MOPAC (Mayor s Office for Policing and Crime), this post focuses on improving access to justice, safety and holistic support for individuals affected by domestic abuse, including those navigating the criminal justice system. Synopsis of duties: To provide practical and emotional support to women, applying the principles of effective casework when supporting survivors of domestic violence and other forms of violence and abuse at the highest risk and their children and to advocate for survivors to ensure their needs are met To establish the risks to and the needs of survivors of domestic violence and other forms of violence and abuse, identifying and prioritising those at the highest risk. To develop and deliver individual support and risk management plans to address the risk of harm to survivors of domestic violence and other forms of violence and abuse and their children, working directly with all key agency partners to ensure that their plans are coordinated through the MARAC. To advocate, both verbally and in writing, in a range of settings, including in civil and criminal proceedings and with criminal justice professionals To work in partnership with other agencies, including participation at the MARAC, and to contribute to the design of interventions and the design of plans which protect survivors and their children whilst maintaining an independent role on behalf of the survivors, keeping their safety central to the plans. To be an ambassador, working in partnership with other agencies to ensure an effective, coordinated community response to survivors of domestic violence and other forms of violence and abuse and their children To ensure that any issues in relation to safeguarding children or vulnerable adults are brought to the immediate attention of the advocacy coordinator, or if unavailable, another manager To recognise, respect and address the needs of service-users who face barriers when seeking help to access the advocacy service, including those from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds, LGBT communities, disabled people and other hard-to-reach groups. To support the empowerment of survivors, assisting them to recognise the dynamics of domestic abuse present in their own situation, and to help them regain control of their lives. To carry out periodic and regular case reviews in liaison with the line manager, to review ongoing risk and needs, using the outcomes to inform action planning. To report any problems/difficulties/complaints to the line manager and participate in follow-up investigations as required. To maintain confidentiality and to ensure that professional boundaries are observed when working with clients, staff and external bodies and to work within Code of Conduct. Essential Requirements: Extensive experience working with women and children who have been/are victims of domestic abuse in Refuge and/or Community-based programmes. Worked with vulnerable adults and children, including those with complex needs. Keeping written/electronic records and evaluations. DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.

Role: ISVA Based: City of London Talbot Court / Remote Rate: £20ph umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: Temp ongoing Hours: 35 hours per week 3 days home, 2 days office Our client, a specialist LGBT+ anti-abuse charity, is looking for an ISVA to provide specialist, independent support to LGBT+ survivors of sexual abuse and violence. Synopsis of duties: Directly supporting, advising, and advocating for a caseload of LGBT+ people who have been subjected to sexual abuse or violence. Ensuring your approach to contact with clients is trauma-informed, empowerment-based, and person-centred. Providing information and support to enable clients to make informed choices and meet their individual needs. Assisting LGBT+ victims/survivors in dealing with the diverse impacts of harm and abuse (safety, emotional, social, financial, or practical). Supporting LGBT+ survivors through the criminal justice process from report to court and post-trial as necessary, working within ISVA standards and acting as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC). Supporting survivors to attend a sexual assault referral centre (SARC) for a Forensic Medical Exam (FME) Maintaining professional boundaries at all times and ensuring that clients understand the remit of the service Essential Requirements Experience supporting survivors of sexual abuse, ideally as an ISVA or equivalent. Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, and multi-agency working. Strong advocacy skills and familiarity with housing, legal, and welfare systems. Commitment to inclusive, by and for services and understanding of LGBT+ survivors' needs and barriers they may face. Enhanced Child and Adult DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service This post is only available to applicants from the LGBTQ+ community as permitted under the Equality Act 2010 as a Genuine Occupational Requirement. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency

Role: Children s Residential Support Worker Based: Leicestershire Rate: £26,000 - £29,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications) Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week on a 3-week rolling rota with one sleep-in per week Our client, one of the UK s leading Children s Charities, is looking to recruit Children s Residential Workers to work across their new Children s Homes in Leicestershire. They are working in partnership with the County Council to increase children s residential provisions across the county and provide high-quality support and care to some of Leicestershire's most vulnerable children. They are recruiting for a number of homes across the county, including Emotional Well Being Assessment, Contextual Safeguarding, Mental Health, Family Assessment, and SEN. Role synopsis below: Supporting children and young people in a 3-bed home in a trauma-responsive way Key working young people with complex needs and behaviours, including those who have experienced Child Sexual Exploitation/ Abuse, Domestic Abuse, and Family/ Placement Breakdown Working collaboratively with a range of partner agencies, services, and professionals (including Social Services, CAMHS, Schools, and the Police) to best safeguard and meet the needs of the young person Enabling young people to gain confidence and resilience and find ways to respond to and manage their self in relation to challenging behaviour Working to establish strong, positive, and consistent relationships and working Creating a warm and homely environment and supporting with general upkeep, cooking, and teaching the young people daily living skills Safeguarding and protecting the young people and demonstrating a good understanding of themes relating to child sexual and criminal exploitation Encouraging and enabling young people to attend education, training, activities, and work, and supporting them to identify, work towards, and achieve their goals They encourage Residential Workers to work in a flexible and adaptable manner and use their own hobbies and interests (i.e. baking, yoga, football, gardening, fixing cars etc) to engage and work creatively with the young people. You will also work to encourage and foster the young person s own interests and hobbies and ultimately help to shape the young person s life. You will be working for a fantastic charity that truly places the children at the heart of their service and values their employees. They offer excellent benefits and training, and development opportunities, and have been a joy to work with in the past. Essential Requirements: Must hold the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, OR be willing to successfully achieve this within the required timeframe Proactive and positive attitude, and a willingness to work flexibly and adapt to the needs of the young person and the service Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience of working/ volunteering with children and young people Flexibility to commit to shift work, including weekends and bank holidays Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection would be highly desirable Supporting Futures Consultancy is an employer and an agency