We have an exciting opportunity for a Children & Young People Caseworker in to join the Domestic Abuse team in Dorset, working 37.5 hours a week. This role is offered as hybrid role, attending face to face visits with children and young people who have been victims of Domestic Abuse across Dorset with one day a week in our office in Boscombe. Regular travel will be required throughout the area. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role As a Children and Young People Caseworker you will: Deliver excellent services to Children and Young People who have been victims of crime through the direct provision of information, practical and emotional help from the point of crime and where appropriate. Help Children & Young People cope and recover from the effects of crime. Act as a single point of contact, undertaking effective need and risk assessments. Coordinate the overall delivery of the cope and recovery plan and recovery journey, working closely with other service providers to meet the needs of victims. You will need: Previous experience delivering a service and working directly with service users in a statutory, voluntary or community work setting. Previous experience of working with vulnerable CYP. To be able to work without direct supervision, prioritising work and managing competing demands. The ability to complete needs and risk assessments. To demonstrate empathy. Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System and Safeguarding principles. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
May 27, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Children & Young People Caseworker in to join the Domestic Abuse team in Dorset, working 37.5 hours a week. This role is offered as hybrid role, attending face to face visits with children and young people who have been victims of Domestic Abuse across Dorset with one day a week in our office in Boscombe. Regular travel will be required throughout the area. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role As a Children and Young People Caseworker you will: Deliver excellent services to Children and Young People who have been victims of crime through the direct provision of information, practical and emotional help from the point of crime and where appropriate. Help Children & Young People cope and recover from the effects of crime. Act as a single point of contact, undertaking effective need and risk assessments. Coordinate the overall delivery of the cope and recovery plan and recovery journey, working closely with other service providers to meet the needs of victims. You will need: Previous experience delivering a service and working directly with service users in a statutory, voluntary or community work setting. Previous experience of working with vulnerable CYP. To be able to work without direct supervision, prioritising work and managing competing demands. The ability to complete needs and risk assessments. To demonstrate empathy. Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System and Safeguarding principles. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
We are seeking a resilient and compassionate Sexual Violence Outreach Worker to play a vital role in supporting individuals affected by sexual offences. This exciting new post forms part of the Integrated Plymouth Sexual Violence Service, delivered in partnership with First Light. The role is part-time and will be primarily based in the community across Plymouth, with time also spent in our Plymouth office. What we offer At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes: Flexible Working Options : Including hybrid working. Generous Annual Leave : 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave : An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan : 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances : Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts : High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing : Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support : Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks : Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel : Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development : Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the Role As a Sexual Violence Outreach Worker you will provide compassionate, flexible, and connected support to clients who have experienced childhood sexual abuse and/or adult sexual assault, in order to help them engage with the support provided by the new Integrated Plymouth Sexual Violence Service. Many individuals accessing the service will have experienced multiple adverse experiences and may present with complex, intersecting needs such as insecure housing, substance misuse, domestic abuse, and significant mental health challenges. You will provide support that aims to meet people where they are in order to build rapport and trust as the foundation for longer-term support and interventions. Key Responsibilities To build secure, consistent, and trusting relationships through a highly person centred approach as previous experiences and trauma can lead to mistrust of services, and inconsistent engagement. Support individuals to explore their holistic needs to increase their physical and psychological safety, sense of control and while working collaboratively with multi agency partners to ensure coordinated, wrap around support. Identify barriers to individuals accessing the service and determine solutions Actively promote and maintain a visible service presence within relevant community and partner settings to build trust and encourage referrals Utilise a case management system to maintain accurate and professional recording of case records and contribute to monitoring information for the service including the collection of outcomes About You You will need: An understanding of the impact of sexual violence and complex trauma Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills Experience of successfully delivering services and working directly within a statutory, voluntary or multi agency setting(s) An ability to balance competing needs and priorities An ability to work independently and as part of a team Experience of building effective working relationships across internal and external stakeholders Personal resilience to manage exposure to highly emotional or sensitive demands of the role An ability to manage a caseload including complex case management An ability to use generic IT applications competently This role requires regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. If you are unable to drive because of a disability, please indicate this in your application in your personal statement so we can explore the feasibility of alternative arrangements. About Us Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
May 27, 2026
Full time
We are seeking a resilient and compassionate Sexual Violence Outreach Worker to play a vital role in supporting individuals affected by sexual offences. This exciting new post forms part of the Integrated Plymouth Sexual Violence Service, delivered in partnership with First Light. The role is part-time and will be primarily based in the community across Plymouth, with time also spent in our Plymouth office. What we offer At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes: Flexible Working Options : Including hybrid working. Generous Annual Leave : 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave : An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan : 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances : Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts : High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing : Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support : Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks : Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel : Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development : Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the Role As a Sexual Violence Outreach Worker you will provide compassionate, flexible, and connected support to clients who have experienced childhood sexual abuse and/or adult sexual assault, in order to help them engage with the support provided by the new Integrated Plymouth Sexual Violence Service. Many individuals accessing the service will have experienced multiple adverse experiences and may present with complex, intersecting needs such as insecure housing, substance misuse, domestic abuse, and significant mental health challenges. You will provide support that aims to meet people where they are in order to build rapport and trust as the foundation for longer-term support and interventions. Key Responsibilities To build secure, consistent, and trusting relationships through a highly person centred approach as previous experiences and trauma can lead to mistrust of services, and inconsistent engagement. Support individuals to explore their holistic needs to increase their physical and psychological safety, sense of control and while working collaboratively with multi agency partners to ensure coordinated, wrap around support. Identify barriers to individuals accessing the service and determine solutions Actively promote and maintain a visible service presence within relevant community and partner settings to build trust and encourage referrals Utilise a case management system to maintain accurate and professional recording of case records and contribute to monitoring information for the service including the collection of outcomes About You You will need: An understanding of the impact of sexual violence and complex trauma Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills Experience of successfully delivering services and working directly within a statutory, voluntary or multi agency setting(s) An ability to balance competing needs and priorities An ability to work independently and as part of a team Experience of building effective working relationships across internal and external stakeholders Personal resilience to manage exposure to highly emotional or sensitive demands of the role An ability to manage a caseload including complex case management An ability to use generic IT applications competently This role requires regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. If you are unable to drive because of a disability, please indicate this in your application in your personal statement so we can explore the feasibility of alternative arrangements. About Us Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Your new company You will be joining a well-established, values-led organisation providing specialist support services to individuals affected by domestic abuse. With a strong presence across the Black Country, the organisation delivers trauma-informed, person-centred support to empower survivors, promote safety, and help rebuild lives.Working within a collaborative, multi-agency environment, the organisation is committed to safeguarding equality and delivering high-quality services to vulnerable individuals and families. Your new role As an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA), you will deliver high-quality frontline support to individuals identified as high risk of harm. You will manage a caseload of clients, providing crisis intervention, advocacy, and tailored safety planning to reduce risk and improve outcomes for survivors and their families. You will work closely with key partners including housing, police, and social care, attending multi-agency meetings such as MARAC to represent clients and ensure coordinated support.Your role will involve a mixture of telephone, face-to-face, and outreach work, supporting individuals to understand their options around housing, legal remedies, and welfare while empowering them to regain independence and control.This is a challenging but highly rewarding role requiring resilience, empathy, and a proactive, client-centred approach. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will need: Experience working with vulnerable adults and/or children, ideally within domestic abuse or a related field Strong knowledge of risk assessment, safety planning, and safeguarding practices Ability to manage complex casework and respond effectively to crisis situations Experience working within a multi-agency framework and advocating on behalf of clients Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport A proactive, organised approach with strong caseload management skills An IDVA qualification or relevant experience in domestic abuse services would be highly advantageous.Due to the nature of the role, there is an occupational requirement for the post holder to be female under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive: A competitive salary within the range of 25,000 - 28,800 depending on experience 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to increase entitlement Mileage allowance and flexible working considerations Access to clinical supervision and employee assistance programmes Ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career progression Pension contributions and wellbeing initiatives including dedicated wellbeing days. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive organisation and make a genuine difference to the lives of individuals affected by domestic abuse. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
May 27, 2026
Full time
Your new company You will be joining a well-established, values-led organisation providing specialist support services to individuals affected by domestic abuse. With a strong presence across the Black Country, the organisation delivers trauma-informed, person-centred support to empower survivors, promote safety, and help rebuild lives.Working within a collaborative, multi-agency environment, the organisation is committed to safeguarding equality and delivering high-quality services to vulnerable individuals and families. Your new role As an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA), you will deliver high-quality frontline support to individuals identified as high risk of harm. You will manage a caseload of clients, providing crisis intervention, advocacy, and tailored safety planning to reduce risk and improve outcomes for survivors and their families. You will work closely with key partners including housing, police, and social care, attending multi-agency meetings such as MARAC to represent clients and ensure coordinated support.Your role will involve a mixture of telephone, face-to-face, and outreach work, supporting individuals to understand their options around housing, legal remedies, and welfare while empowering them to regain independence and control.This is a challenging but highly rewarding role requiring resilience, empathy, and a proactive, client-centred approach. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will need: Experience working with vulnerable adults and/or children, ideally within domestic abuse or a related field Strong knowledge of risk assessment, safety planning, and safeguarding practices Ability to manage complex casework and respond effectively to crisis situations Experience working within a multi-agency framework and advocating on behalf of clients Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport A proactive, organised approach with strong caseload management skills An IDVA qualification or relevant experience in domestic abuse services would be highly advantageous.Due to the nature of the role, there is an occupational requirement for the post holder to be female under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive: A competitive salary within the range of 25,000 - 28,800 depending on experience 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to increase entitlement Mileage allowance and flexible working considerations Access to clinical supervision and employee assistance programmes Ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career progression Pension contributions and wellbeing initiatives including dedicated wellbeing days. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive organisation and make a genuine difference to the lives of individuals affected by domestic abuse. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Triage & Early Interventions Officer to join the Domestic Abuse team in North Wales working 30 hours per week. The ability to converse in Welsh is desirable for this role. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you. What we offer At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role This role is based in the Victim Help Centre, in St Asaph, North Wales and working in liaison with North Wales Police and other relevant agencies. As a Triage & Early Intervention Officer you will: contact Victims by telephone to undertake a comprehensive needs assessment and commission a range of services to support identified needs as appropriate. refer victims to partner agencies and contact approved suppliers to deliver services to victims. make direct referrals to appropriate colleagues and allocate Victim Support workers for further support. identify and manage the victims immediate service needs and contribute towards risk assessment processes whilst following agreed safe contact processes and securely recording contacts. build trust and confidence with victims who will be vulnerable and have complex needs. Level 4 Welsh Language skills and the ability to communicate fluently through the medium of Welsh is desirable for this role. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
May 26, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Triage & Early Interventions Officer to join the Domestic Abuse team in North Wales working 30 hours per week. The ability to converse in Welsh is desirable for this role. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you. What we offer At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role This role is based in the Victim Help Centre, in St Asaph, North Wales and working in liaison with North Wales Police and other relevant agencies. As a Triage & Early Intervention Officer you will: contact Victims by telephone to undertake a comprehensive needs assessment and commission a range of services to support identified needs as appropriate. refer victims to partner agencies and contact approved suppliers to deliver services to victims. make direct referrals to appropriate colleagues and allocate Victim Support workers for further support. identify and manage the victims immediate service needs and contribute towards risk assessment processes whilst following agreed safe contact processes and securely recording contacts. build trust and confidence with victims who will be vulnerable and have complex needs. Level 4 Welsh Language skills and the ability to communicate fluently through the medium of Welsh is desirable for this role. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
We are looking for a resilient and dedicated person to join our new specialist high risk domestic abuse service as an Independent Stalking Advocate & Caseworker (ISAC) This role is a full time working hybrid with two days per week expected to work from our centrally located office in Boscombe. Due to the nature of the role, the successful applicant would be expected to travel regularly across the Dorset county. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes: Flexible Working Options : Including hybrid working. Generous Annual Leave : 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave : An extra day off for your birthday. Welcome Bonus : £500 on successful completion of probation period. Pension Plan : 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances : Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts : High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing : Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support : Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks : Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel : Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development : Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the Role As a ISAC you will provide high quality support to victims of stalking who have been who have been subjected to domestic violence and abuse. You will deliver and provide support in five key areas to support victims to: Feel safer Feel informed about their rights and the criminal justice system Feel listened to and heard Be able to implement healthy coping mechanisms Be connected with services who are available to help them Key Responsibilities: You will provide appropriate non-therapeutic support to who have been subjected to domestic abuse and stalking via their preferred contact method. Undertake needs and risk assessments to develop tailored individual safety and support plans to address the specific needs of the victim. Use a bespoke case management system to maintain accurate and confidential record keeping and contribute to the collection of outcomes. Liaise with the police, social services, CPS, and other agencies on the client's behalf, with the client's consent maintaining confidentiality Provide information to victims to enable them to make informed choices about their future options. Ensuring that the voices, needs, rights and legal entitlements of victims are heard and understood by all individuals and organisations. About You: Ideally, you will hold an approved and accredited ISAC qualification (or you must be willing to work towards one) You will need: Strong understanding of domestic abuse, violence and stalking and the impact this has on victims Experience of working with victims including completing risk assessments and safety planning Experience of managing a caseload and keeping clear case management records. Experience of adapting communication styles to be able to effectively communicate with victims An understanding of trauma informed practice and how to implement this within your work A through understanding of the criminal justice system and the Victim's Code An understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and other legal requirements Good IT skills including experience with working within bespoke case management systems and using Microsoft Office Packages. An organised and methodical approach to work, able to plan & prioritise workload. This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. If you are unable to drive because of a disability, please indicate this in your application in your personal statement so we can explore the feasibility of alternative arrangements. Please note that as the role requires police vetting you must have lived in the UK for the last three years. About Us: Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible
May 26, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a resilient and dedicated person to join our new specialist high risk domestic abuse service as an Independent Stalking Advocate & Caseworker (ISAC) This role is a full time working hybrid with two days per week expected to work from our centrally located office in Boscombe. Due to the nature of the role, the successful applicant would be expected to travel regularly across the Dorset county. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes: Flexible Working Options : Including hybrid working. Generous Annual Leave : 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave : An extra day off for your birthday. Welcome Bonus : £500 on successful completion of probation period. Pension Plan : 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances : Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts : High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing : Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support : Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks : Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel : Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development : Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the Role As a ISAC you will provide high quality support to victims of stalking who have been who have been subjected to domestic violence and abuse. You will deliver and provide support in five key areas to support victims to: Feel safer Feel informed about their rights and the criminal justice system Feel listened to and heard Be able to implement healthy coping mechanisms Be connected with services who are available to help them Key Responsibilities: You will provide appropriate non-therapeutic support to who have been subjected to domestic abuse and stalking via their preferred contact method. Undertake needs and risk assessments to develop tailored individual safety and support plans to address the specific needs of the victim. Use a bespoke case management system to maintain accurate and confidential record keeping and contribute to the collection of outcomes. Liaise with the police, social services, CPS, and other agencies on the client's behalf, with the client's consent maintaining confidentiality Provide information to victims to enable them to make informed choices about their future options. Ensuring that the voices, needs, rights and legal entitlements of victims are heard and understood by all individuals and organisations. About You: Ideally, you will hold an approved and accredited ISAC qualification (or you must be willing to work towards one) You will need: Strong understanding of domestic abuse, violence and stalking and the impact this has on victims Experience of working with victims including completing risk assessments and safety planning Experience of managing a caseload and keeping clear case management records. Experience of adapting communication styles to be able to effectively communicate with victims An understanding of trauma informed practice and how to implement this within your work A through understanding of the criminal justice system and the Victim's Code An understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and other legal requirements Good IT skills including experience with working within bespoke case management systems and using Microsoft Office Packages. An organised and methodical approach to work, able to plan & prioritise workload. This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. If you are unable to drive because of a disability, please indicate this in your application in your personal statement so we can explore the feasibility of alternative arrangements. Please note that as the role requires police vetting you must have lived in the UK for the last three years. About Us: Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible
We have an exciting opportunity for Children & Young People Domestic Abuse Practitioners (CYPDAP) to join the New Era team in Staffordshire, working 37.5 hours a week on a Fixed Term Contract until 31/03/2027. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes: Flexible Working Options : Including hybrid working. Generous Annual Leave : 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave : An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan : 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances : Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts : High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing : Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support : Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks : Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel : Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development : Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the role: This role is based in Staffordshire (we have an office in Stafford or Stoke). The caseworker will work directly with children and young people across the area; with hybrid working an option after the 6 month probationary period. As a Children & Young People Domestic Abuse Practitioner you will be: Working directly and indirectly with children and young people Delivering services mostly through education establishments Working within a wider DA service for the whole family approach You will need: Good communication skills An ability to engage, build rapport and motivate young people A good understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on young people Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
May 26, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for Children & Young People Domestic Abuse Practitioners (CYPDAP) to join the New Era team in Staffordshire, working 37.5 hours a week on a Fixed Term Contract until 31/03/2027. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes: Flexible Working Options : Including hybrid working. Generous Annual Leave : 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave : An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan : 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances : Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts : High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing : Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support : Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks : Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel : Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development : Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the role: This role is based in Staffordshire (we have an office in Stafford or Stoke). The caseworker will work directly with children and young people across the area; with hybrid working an option after the 6 month probationary period. As a Children & Young People Domestic Abuse Practitioner you will be: Working directly and indirectly with children and young people Delivering services mostly through education establishments Working within a wider DA service for the whole family approach You will need: Good communication skills An ability to engage, build rapport and motivate young people A good understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on young people Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Role: Independent Child Trafficking Guardian Based: Home Based with travel around Merseyside Rate: £14- £18 per hour ( Dependent on Pay Status) Start Date: ASAP Duration: 6 month contract ( possibility of extension.) Hours: Full Time Our client, one of the UK s leading Children s Charities, is looking to recruit 2 Specialist Support Workers to join their Child Trafficking Service. The service runs several national programmes supporting and advocating on behalf of children who have experienced trafficking and/ or exploitation across the UK What does the role involve? Managing a caseload of young people and providing them with practical and emotional support and advocating on their behalf as and when required Key working clients through both face to face and online support and using creative approaches to ensure the child/ young person is engaged, supported and receives an excellent standard of care Working in partnership with a range of partner agencies, professionals and statutory services including Social Services, the Police, Probation, Schools, CAMHS and various medical professionals Identifying and responding to safeguarding and working with partner agencies to deliver robust safeguarding responses Supporting children and young people through the criminal justice system and building strong rapport with them Working to foster independence for the children and supporting them to achieve their goals and integrate them into available networks of support Ensuring that the voice of the child is heard and remains at the heart of the service Contributing to national development work and feeding into national workstreams and raising awareness of the service and the issues facing these children What are they looking for? Experience of working with children and/ or young people in particular those who have experienced Child Sexual Exploitation, Child Criminal Exploitation/ County Lines and/ or Trafficking A background in Social Services, the Police, Asylum and Immigration, Therapeutic Services, Domestic/ Sexual Abuse and/ or Children/ Family related services A knowledge of the National Referral Mechanism (NRM) and legislation relating to CYP, Modern Day Slavery and/ or Asylum and Immigration would be highly desirable Strong working knowledge of safeguarding and child protection Proven track record of working with a range of multi-agency partners and professionals Current, Adult and Child enhanced DBS on the update service Supporting Futures Consultancy acts as an employer and agency If this sounds like it could be of interest, please email your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed).
May 26, 2026
Contractor
Role: Independent Child Trafficking Guardian Based: Home Based with travel around Merseyside Rate: £14- £18 per hour ( Dependent on Pay Status) Start Date: ASAP Duration: 6 month contract ( possibility of extension.) Hours: Full Time Our client, one of the UK s leading Children s Charities, is looking to recruit 2 Specialist Support Workers to join their Child Trafficking Service. The service runs several national programmes supporting and advocating on behalf of children who have experienced trafficking and/ or exploitation across the UK What does the role involve? Managing a caseload of young people and providing them with practical and emotional support and advocating on their behalf as and when required Key working clients through both face to face and online support and using creative approaches to ensure the child/ young person is engaged, supported and receives an excellent standard of care Working in partnership with a range of partner agencies, professionals and statutory services including Social Services, the Police, Probation, Schools, CAMHS and various medical professionals Identifying and responding to safeguarding and working with partner agencies to deliver robust safeguarding responses Supporting children and young people through the criminal justice system and building strong rapport with them Working to foster independence for the children and supporting them to achieve their goals and integrate them into available networks of support Ensuring that the voice of the child is heard and remains at the heart of the service Contributing to national development work and feeding into national workstreams and raising awareness of the service and the issues facing these children What are they looking for? Experience of working with children and/ or young people in particular those who have experienced Child Sexual Exploitation, Child Criminal Exploitation/ County Lines and/ or Trafficking A background in Social Services, the Police, Asylum and Immigration, Therapeutic Services, Domestic/ Sexual Abuse and/ or Children/ Family related services A knowledge of the National Referral Mechanism (NRM) and legislation relating to CYP, Modern Day Slavery and/ or Asylum and Immigration would be highly desirable Strong working knowledge of safeguarding and child protection Proven track record of working with a range of multi-agency partners and professionals Current, Adult and Child enhanced DBS on the update service Supporting Futures Consultancy acts as an employer and agency If this sounds like it could be of interest, please email your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed).
Job Introduction Social Workers (Level 2 & 3) - PLO & Court Teams Location: Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole (BCP), Dorset Salary: Competitive + Local Government Pension + Potential Relocation Scheme Contract: Full-time & Part-Time, Permanent Make a real difference in children's lives. Join us at BCP Council. We're proud to have achieved a GOOD Ofsted rating (Dec 2024) , and we're on an exciting improvement journey. Now, we're looking for experienced, passionate Social Workers to join our specialist PLO & Court Teams and help us deliver outstanding care and support to the children and families who need us most. Why BCP? Our workforce says it best: "Career progression is encouraged within BCP - it's a rewarding job and something I absolutely love." "It's a lovely place to live and work. Dorset is a wonderful county, and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are vibrant, busy urban areas right on the sea front." "I've never felt so supported" Check out this video: A day in the life of three social workers at BCP Council on Vimeo About the Role Our two specialist PLO & Court Teams work with families where concerns have reached the threshold for pre-proceedings. Families are presented at Legal Gateway Panel to consider if the threshold is met and to devise a plan of support. If so, the family is invited to a formal PLO meeting with legal representation to collaborate on an action plan to reduce risks to the child(ren). You'll work closely with families to address needs and risks, supporting them with issues such as domestic abuse, adult mental health, and substance misuse. We also work with the Parental Substance Misuse Court (PSMC) . Issuing care proceedings is always the last resort-the PLO process represents a genuine opportunity to work collaboratively with families to avoid court where possible. There is a strong emphasis on securing permanency for children and exploring family support networks to reduce risk and increase safety. For children who require permanency outside the home, you'll work jointly with the Children in Care Team or Aspire Adoption Team to ensure smooth transitions. What We're Looking For Significant experience in frontline safeguarding social work Ability to manage complex referrals and casework Strong analytical, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills Experience mentoring less experienced staff or students Commitment to continuous professional development Willingness to undertake Practice Education training if not already qualified You'll also need to be able to travel across the BCP area. What We Offer Full induction & Practice Fundamentals support Clear career progression & excellent learning opportunities Manageable caseloads & regular supervision 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Flexible working arrangements in refurbished offices Employee Assistance Programme Relocation Scheme Staff network groups Ready to Join Us? If you're reflective, proactive, resilient, and passionate about putting children's voices at the heart of everything you do, we'd love to hear from you. Find out more about our new terms and conditions in our 'More than just a job' brochure on our careers site. For an informal discussion, contact Vanessa Johns, Service Manager for Children and Families First and PLO & Court at . Apply today and help us make a difference. Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK. The pay range for this role will be £44,075-£53,460 (pro rata for part-time colleagues). We're looking forward to welcoming new colleagues under this refreshed framework of pay, terms, and conditions. To promote fairness and consistency, all new starters will begin at the bottom of the pay band. This reflects our commitment to equity across the organisation and aligns with the approach taken with existing staff during the transition. While the starting salary is fixed, the role offers excellent scope for growth, meaningful contribution, and being part of a forward-thinking team. About BCP Council BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come. Our Benefits A Place to Thrive - Join BCP Council At BCP Council, we're not just building a workforce- we're transforming how we recognise and reward our people. Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at ( Employee benefits Working for BCP link to careers page) Be the difference - Join an organisation that values you More About us Working for BCP DBS BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Job Description or Role Profile for more details.
May 26, 2026
Full time
Job Introduction Social Workers (Level 2 & 3) - PLO & Court Teams Location: Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole (BCP), Dorset Salary: Competitive + Local Government Pension + Potential Relocation Scheme Contract: Full-time & Part-Time, Permanent Make a real difference in children's lives. Join us at BCP Council. We're proud to have achieved a GOOD Ofsted rating (Dec 2024) , and we're on an exciting improvement journey. Now, we're looking for experienced, passionate Social Workers to join our specialist PLO & Court Teams and help us deliver outstanding care and support to the children and families who need us most. Why BCP? Our workforce says it best: "Career progression is encouraged within BCP - it's a rewarding job and something I absolutely love." "It's a lovely place to live and work. Dorset is a wonderful county, and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are vibrant, busy urban areas right on the sea front." "I've never felt so supported" Check out this video: A day in the life of three social workers at BCP Council on Vimeo About the Role Our two specialist PLO & Court Teams work with families where concerns have reached the threshold for pre-proceedings. Families are presented at Legal Gateway Panel to consider if the threshold is met and to devise a plan of support. If so, the family is invited to a formal PLO meeting with legal representation to collaborate on an action plan to reduce risks to the child(ren). You'll work closely with families to address needs and risks, supporting them with issues such as domestic abuse, adult mental health, and substance misuse. We also work with the Parental Substance Misuse Court (PSMC) . Issuing care proceedings is always the last resort-the PLO process represents a genuine opportunity to work collaboratively with families to avoid court where possible. There is a strong emphasis on securing permanency for children and exploring family support networks to reduce risk and increase safety. For children who require permanency outside the home, you'll work jointly with the Children in Care Team or Aspire Adoption Team to ensure smooth transitions. What We're Looking For Significant experience in frontline safeguarding social work Ability to manage complex referrals and casework Strong analytical, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills Experience mentoring less experienced staff or students Commitment to continuous professional development Willingness to undertake Practice Education training if not already qualified You'll also need to be able to travel across the BCP area. What We Offer Full induction & Practice Fundamentals support Clear career progression & excellent learning opportunities Manageable caseloads & regular supervision 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Flexible working arrangements in refurbished offices Employee Assistance Programme Relocation Scheme Staff network groups Ready to Join Us? If you're reflective, proactive, resilient, and passionate about putting children's voices at the heart of everything you do, we'd love to hear from you. Find out more about our new terms and conditions in our 'More than just a job' brochure on our careers site. For an informal discussion, contact Vanessa Johns, Service Manager for Children and Families First and PLO & Court at . Apply today and help us make a difference. Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK. The pay range for this role will be £44,075-£53,460 (pro rata for part-time colleagues). We're looking forward to welcoming new colleagues under this refreshed framework of pay, terms, and conditions. To promote fairness and consistency, all new starters will begin at the bottom of the pay band. This reflects our commitment to equity across the organisation and aligns with the approach taken with existing staff during the transition. While the starting salary is fixed, the role offers excellent scope for growth, meaningful contribution, and being part of a forward-thinking team. About BCP Council BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come. Our Benefits A Place to Thrive - Join BCP Council At BCP Council, we're not just building a workforce- we're transforming how we recognise and reward our people. Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at ( Employee benefits Working for BCP link to careers page) Be the difference - Join an organisation that values you More About us Working for BCP DBS BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Job Description or Role Profile for more details.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Caseworker (known internally as an Integrated Support Service Worker) working for New Era Domestic abuse service, 37.5 hours a week. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes: Flexible Working Options : Including hybrid working. Generous Annual Leave : 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave : An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan : 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances : Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts : High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing : Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support : Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks : Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel : Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development : Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the role This role is based in Stafford but will operate across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. Travel is expected; as is providing victim support in person, usually at VS offices or at community venues. As an ISS you will be: the link worker between the behaviour change service and the victim service; ensuring risk information is shared appropriately and used to inform internal and external actions; communicating between the two services; exchanging referrals and information; contacting victims and liaising with them delivering support to victims during programme intervention and beyond, where necessary, holding a caseload and providing direct support to partners/ex partners in accordance with their wishes and needs; ensuring partner agencies are aware of the integrated service and have due regard to its purpose delivering partner training and/or awareness sessions for enhancing relationships with partners and other stakeholders. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
May 26, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Caseworker (known internally as an Integrated Support Service Worker) working for New Era Domestic abuse service, 37.5 hours a week. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes: Flexible Working Options : Including hybrid working. Generous Annual Leave : 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave : An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan : 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances : Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts : High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing : Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support : Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks : Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel : Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development : Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the role This role is based in Stafford but will operate across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. Travel is expected; as is providing victim support in person, usually at VS offices or at community venues. As an ISS you will be: the link worker between the behaviour change service and the victim service; ensuring risk information is shared appropriately and used to inform internal and external actions; communicating between the two services; exchanging referrals and information; contacting victims and liaising with them delivering support to victims during programme intervention and beyond, where necessary, holding a caseload and providing direct support to partners/ex partners in accordance with their wishes and needs; ensuring partner agencies are aware of the integrated service and have due regard to its purpose delivering partner training and/or awareness sessions for enhancing relationships with partners and other stakeholders. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Caseworker to join our Domestic Abuse team based at our office in Basingstoke. This role is fully office based and regular travel throughout Hampshire will be required. What we offer At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes: Flexible Working Options. Generous Annual Leave : 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave : An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan : 5% employer contribution. Welcome Bonus: £500 on successful completion of probation period. Enhanced Allowances : Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts : High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing : Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support : Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks : Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel : Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development : Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the Role As a Caseworker, you will provide structured, tailored support plans based on holistic assessments for individuals affected by crime. You will make initial contact with victims via the telephone, then tailor the support to them explaining our services, and assessing the impact of crime. Your responsibilities will include developing, delivering, and monitoring safety and support plans, providing resources, interventions, and information to service users. As a Caseworker you will: Manage a caseload of self-referred & referred service users, providing information & advocacy to help them navigate the criminal justice process. Conduct risk & needs assessments, ensuring each victim receives tailored support & information. Identify barriers to accessing services & work with partners to provide ongoing support. Keep accurate & confidential case records on a bespoke case management system Make calls to offer support to victims of domestic abuse, delivering immediate support. Develop, deliver and monitor safety and support plans for those affected by crime who accept ongoing support Liaise and actively engage with other local providers to share information on the VS service offer Work as part of a team with staff and the volunteer team to provide a seamless service to clients About You You will have an understanding of the impact of crime on victims & experience in delivering services within a statutory, voluntary, or multi-agency setting. Experience in managing a caseload and of completing risk & needs assessments would be beneficial. You will need: Strong written & verbal communication skills. Strong IT skills, including the ability to navigate and utilise bespoke case management systems effectively and an ability to use Microsoft Office applications to a high standard Good organisational & time management skills, able to manage competing needs and priorities. To work effectively both as part of a team & independently To develop & maintain partnerships with internal & external organisations. The ability to maintain professional boundaries & confidentiality. Personal resilience to manage exposure to highly emotional or sensitive demands of the role This role involves regular travel through Hampshire and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. If you are unable to drive because of a disability, please indicate this in your application in your personal statement so we can explore the feasibility of alternative arrangements. If you are passionate about supporting victims of crime and have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. About Us: Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
May 26, 2026
Full time
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Caseworker to join our Domestic Abuse team based at our office in Basingstoke. This role is fully office based and regular travel throughout Hampshire will be required. What we offer At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes: Flexible Working Options. Generous Annual Leave : 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave : An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan : 5% employer contribution. Welcome Bonus: £500 on successful completion of probation period. Enhanced Allowances : Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts : High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing : Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support : Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks : Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel : Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development : Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the Role As a Caseworker, you will provide structured, tailored support plans based on holistic assessments for individuals affected by crime. You will make initial contact with victims via the telephone, then tailor the support to them explaining our services, and assessing the impact of crime. Your responsibilities will include developing, delivering, and monitoring safety and support plans, providing resources, interventions, and information to service users. As a Caseworker you will: Manage a caseload of self-referred & referred service users, providing information & advocacy to help them navigate the criminal justice process. Conduct risk & needs assessments, ensuring each victim receives tailored support & information. Identify barriers to accessing services & work with partners to provide ongoing support. Keep accurate & confidential case records on a bespoke case management system Make calls to offer support to victims of domestic abuse, delivering immediate support. Develop, deliver and monitor safety and support plans for those affected by crime who accept ongoing support Liaise and actively engage with other local providers to share information on the VS service offer Work as part of a team with staff and the volunteer team to provide a seamless service to clients About You You will have an understanding of the impact of crime on victims & experience in delivering services within a statutory, voluntary, or multi-agency setting. Experience in managing a caseload and of completing risk & needs assessments would be beneficial. You will need: Strong written & verbal communication skills. Strong IT skills, including the ability to navigate and utilise bespoke case management systems effectively and an ability to use Microsoft Office applications to a high standard Good organisational & time management skills, able to manage competing needs and priorities. To work effectively both as part of a team & independently To develop & maintain partnerships with internal & external organisations. The ability to maintain professional boundaries & confidentiality. Personal resilience to manage exposure to highly emotional or sensitive demands of the role This role involves regular travel through Hampshire and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. If you are unable to drive because of a disability, please indicate this in your application in your personal statement so we can explore the feasibility of alternative arrangements. If you are passionate about supporting victims of crime and have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. About Us: Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Job Advert: PVPU Partner Liaison Officer Join Our Team as a PVPU Partner Liaison Officer! Are you passionate about public service and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals? Our client North Wales Police are looking for a dynamic and compassionate PVPU Partner Liaison Officer to join their team on a temporary part-time basis in St Asaph. If you have experience in protecting vulnerable persons and a collaborative spirit, we want to hear from yo u! Role Overview: As a PVPU Partner Liaison Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting North Wales Police in their mission to safeguard vulnerable individuals. Your work will involve collaborating with force personnel and partner agencies to ensure compliance with legislation, national guidance, and local policies in areas such as: Child Protection Domestic Abuse Missing Persons Mental Health Protection of Vulnerable Adults Management of Violent and Potentially Dangerous Persons Key Responsibilities: In this role, you will: Represent North Wales Police at multi-agency meetings under the Wales Safeguarding Procedures. Conduct research from police systems and share vital information during meetings. Lead strategy discussions with partner agencies regarding referrals and safeguarding strategies. Review referrals and risk assessments, ensuring proper actions are taken. Highlight crimes identified within referrals for appropriate recording and investigation. Liaise with relevant PVPU offices for joint investigations. Maintain compliance with statutory requirements related to information management. What We're Looking For: To succeed in this role, you should have: NVQ Level 4 or relevant proven experience. Strong knowledge of Public Protection Unit issues and relevant legislation. Experience working with partner agencies in protecting vulnerable individuals. Excellent decision-making skills and experience in criminal investigations. A proactive, self-motivated approach with exceptional organizational skills. An innovative and creative mindset for solving problems. Work Hours & Benefits: Contract Type: Temporary Working Pattern: Part Time (37 hours, Mon-Fri, flexible) Competitive Hourly Rate: 17.58 Why Join Us? This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the safety and well-being of your community while working in a supportive environment. You'll be part of a dedicated team that values collaboration, compassion, and commitment to service. Ready to Make a Difference? If you are a passionate individual looking to enhance your career while making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply. Join us in our mission to protect and serve! Apply Now! Don't miss this chance to be a vital part of our community's safety. Submit your application today and help us create a safer environment for everyone. Our client is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
May 26, 2026
Seasonal
Job Advert: PVPU Partner Liaison Officer Join Our Team as a PVPU Partner Liaison Officer! Are you passionate about public service and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals? Our client North Wales Police are looking for a dynamic and compassionate PVPU Partner Liaison Officer to join their team on a temporary part-time basis in St Asaph. If you have experience in protecting vulnerable persons and a collaborative spirit, we want to hear from yo u! Role Overview: As a PVPU Partner Liaison Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting North Wales Police in their mission to safeguard vulnerable individuals. Your work will involve collaborating with force personnel and partner agencies to ensure compliance with legislation, national guidance, and local policies in areas such as: Child Protection Domestic Abuse Missing Persons Mental Health Protection of Vulnerable Adults Management of Violent and Potentially Dangerous Persons Key Responsibilities: In this role, you will: Represent North Wales Police at multi-agency meetings under the Wales Safeguarding Procedures. Conduct research from police systems and share vital information during meetings. Lead strategy discussions with partner agencies regarding referrals and safeguarding strategies. Review referrals and risk assessments, ensuring proper actions are taken. Highlight crimes identified within referrals for appropriate recording and investigation. Liaise with relevant PVPU offices for joint investigations. Maintain compliance with statutory requirements related to information management. What We're Looking For: To succeed in this role, you should have: NVQ Level 4 or relevant proven experience. Strong knowledge of Public Protection Unit issues and relevant legislation. Experience working with partner agencies in protecting vulnerable individuals. Excellent decision-making skills and experience in criminal investigations. A proactive, self-motivated approach with exceptional organizational skills. An innovative and creative mindset for solving problems. Work Hours & Benefits: Contract Type: Temporary Working Pattern: Part Time (37 hours, Mon-Fri, flexible) Competitive Hourly Rate: 17.58 Why Join Us? This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the safety and well-being of your community while working in a supportive environment. You'll be part of a dedicated team that values collaboration, compassion, and commitment to service. Ready to Make a Difference? If you are a passionate individual looking to enhance your career while making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply. Join us in our mission to protect and serve! Apply Now! Don't miss this chance to be a vital part of our community's safety. Submit your application today and help us create a safer environment for everyone. Our client is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Family Case Worker & Outreach Support Contract: Full time, permanent (part time considered) Location: Norwich Salary: £26,000 £27,500 per annum We are delighted to be supporting a specialist domestic abuse service in their search for a compassionate and skilled Family Case Worker & Outreach Support professional. This vital role supports women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse, providing both refuge-based support and community outreach. This is a full-time position, though part-time arrangements will be considered for the right candidate. The Role You will play a key part in supporting children and young people aged 5 18 and their parent within emergency accommodation, as well as delivering a women s drop in service and outreach support. Key responsibilities include: Providing one to one emotional and practical support to women and children living in refuge. Offering domestic abuse advice and support at a community drop in service. Assessing needs to promote wellbeing and safety. Supporting parents to understand their children s experiences Running group sessions including Stay and Play Providing move on support to families transitioning out of refuge Maintaining accurate, confidential client records Working collaboratively with partner agencies and representing the organisation at external meetings Participating in the out of hours on call rota (additional payment provided) About You We re looking for someone who is compassionate, resilient and committed to empowering women and children. You will bring: A relevant Children and young people (CYP) qualification (NVQ Level 3 or willingness to train) At least two years experience supporting vulnerable children, young people and families Strong safeguarding knowledge for both children and adults Be able to plan and run activities Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills The ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain professional boundaries A full driving licence and access to a vehicle - Essential Most of all you will be non judgemental, reliable, compassionate and committed to delivering high quality support. You will join a dedicated, supportive team making a meaningful difference to families rebuilding their lives after domestic abuse. The organisation offers regular supervision, training opportunities and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing. In line with the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1), this position is restricted to female applicants only. A female worker is an occupational requirement for the effective and safe delivery of the service. To discuss this role in more detail please contact Hannah at Not For Profit People.
May 24, 2026
Full time
Family Case Worker & Outreach Support Contract: Full time, permanent (part time considered) Location: Norwich Salary: £26,000 £27,500 per annum We are delighted to be supporting a specialist domestic abuse service in their search for a compassionate and skilled Family Case Worker & Outreach Support professional. This vital role supports women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse, providing both refuge-based support and community outreach. This is a full-time position, though part-time arrangements will be considered for the right candidate. The Role You will play a key part in supporting children and young people aged 5 18 and their parent within emergency accommodation, as well as delivering a women s drop in service and outreach support. Key responsibilities include: Providing one to one emotional and practical support to women and children living in refuge. Offering domestic abuse advice and support at a community drop in service. Assessing needs to promote wellbeing and safety. Supporting parents to understand their children s experiences Running group sessions including Stay and Play Providing move on support to families transitioning out of refuge Maintaining accurate, confidential client records Working collaboratively with partner agencies and representing the organisation at external meetings Participating in the out of hours on call rota (additional payment provided) About You We re looking for someone who is compassionate, resilient and committed to empowering women and children. You will bring: A relevant Children and young people (CYP) qualification (NVQ Level 3 or willingness to train) At least two years experience supporting vulnerable children, young people and families Strong safeguarding knowledge for both children and adults Be able to plan and run activities Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills The ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain professional boundaries A full driving licence and access to a vehicle - Essential Most of all you will be non judgemental, reliable, compassionate and committed to delivering high quality support. You will join a dedicated, supportive team making a meaningful difference to families rebuilding their lives after domestic abuse. The organisation offers regular supervision, training opportunities and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing. In line with the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1), this position is restricted to female applicants only. A female worker is an occupational requirement for the effective and safe delivery of the service. To discuss this role in more detail please contact Hannah at Not For Profit People.
LB RICHMOND UPON THAMES AND LB WANDSWORTH
Wandsworth, London
Children's Social Workers - Family Help Service Up to £52,767 per annum (subject to experience) + additional benefits Permanent Full Time (36 Hours) Wandsworth, London Ofsted Rating: 'Outstanding' Roehampton, Battersea and Tooting Teams Additional benefits: £5,000 welcome bonus and £1,000 retention bonus (every 2 years of service - for permanent staff only) Payment of Social Work England registration fee Plus more - view our Children's Services offer here . Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker ready to change lives and shape futures? Join a team where your creativity, compassion and confidence are not only valued - they are essential. Every day in Wandsworth, Social Workers are helping families write new chapters in their lives. Through a family-led approach, we empower children and their families to overcome challenges, build resilience and thrive. As more families reach out for support and transformation, our service is growing - and so is our team. We are expanding to welcome motivated Social Workers who are ready to bring their heart, skill and vision to a place where their work truly matters. If you are driven by purpose and want to be part of a service that puts relationships at the heart of everything, we want to hear from you. About the Role In our newly formed Family Help Service, you will find more than just a job - you will find a place where your voice matters, your ideas are welcomed, and your impact is visible. This is your opportunity to walk alongside families through their most difficult moments and help them find strength, hope and solutions. You will work in a modern, collaborative environment with a stable, friendly team and strong, visible leadership. You will be part of a small, skilled team where supervision is regular, caseloads are manageable and your time with children and families is protected and purposeful. Our onboarding and induction are quick and efficient, ensuring you feel supported from day one. Our Approach We believe in the power of relationships. Our Family Help model is rooted in systemic practice and built on trust, consistency and co-production.You will work with families to create plans that reflect their voices and values - whether under Child in Need, Child Protection or care proceedings. You won't be working alone. You will be part of a multi-agency team that includes Children's Practitioners, Adult Mental Health Practitioners, Substance Misuse and Domestic Abuse Specialists and in-house Family Therapy and Social Care CAMHS teams. Together, we create a wraparound network of support that helps families stay together safely. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, with successful completion of the ASYE. Confident in your knowledge and practice, with experience across voluntary and statutory settings. A natural collaborator and communicator who brings compassion, creativity and clarity to your work. A champion for children and families, with a belief in their potential and a commitment to their rights. How We Support You You will be part of a small team of five Social Workers with manageable caseloads. Dedicated business support staff work alongside you to reduce admin and free up your time. You will have opportunities to lead, influence and innovate through working groups and service development. Our training offer is second to none: Systemic Psychotherapy (Levels 1, 2 and 3), Practice Educator training, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Practice, Leadership Development and much more. We offer clear career progression through our panel for Senior Social Worker and Advanced Practitioner roles, plus ASYE, Step Up and Apprenticeship pathways. Excellent transport links and a vibrant, supportive working culture. If you are ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families and want to do it in a place that values your passion, your practice and your purpose - apply now. Wandsworth is where your next chapter begins. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact: Roehampton Team: Ella Brow n , Service Manager - Battersea Team: Stephen O'Reilly, Service Manager - Tooting Team: Veronica Leigh, Service Manager - Closing date: 14 June 2026 Please note, applications are reviewed on a daily basis and interviews are scheduled regularly. We may close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond and Wandsworth Better Service Partnership is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan. The welcome bonus is paid in two instalments: the first £2,500 after 6 months on successful completion of your probation period and the second £2,500 after 12 months of employment.
May 24, 2026
Full time
Children's Social Workers - Family Help Service Up to £52,767 per annum (subject to experience) + additional benefits Permanent Full Time (36 Hours) Wandsworth, London Ofsted Rating: 'Outstanding' Roehampton, Battersea and Tooting Teams Additional benefits: £5,000 welcome bonus and £1,000 retention bonus (every 2 years of service - for permanent staff only) Payment of Social Work England registration fee Plus more - view our Children's Services offer here . Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker ready to change lives and shape futures? Join a team where your creativity, compassion and confidence are not only valued - they are essential. Every day in Wandsworth, Social Workers are helping families write new chapters in their lives. Through a family-led approach, we empower children and their families to overcome challenges, build resilience and thrive. As more families reach out for support and transformation, our service is growing - and so is our team. We are expanding to welcome motivated Social Workers who are ready to bring their heart, skill and vision to a place where their work truly matters. If you are driven by purpose and want to be part of a service that puts relationships at the heart of everything, we want to hear from you. About the Role In our newly formed Family Help Service, you will find more than just a job - you will find a place where your voice matters, your ideas are welcomed, and your impact is visible. This is your opportunity to walk alongside families through their most difficult moments and help them find strength, hope and solutions. You will work in a modern, collaborative environment with a stable, friendly team and strong, visible leadership. You will be part of a small, skilled team where supervision is regular, caseloads are manageable and your time with children and families is protected and purposeful. Our onboarding and induction are quick and efficient, ensuring you feel supported from day one. Our Approach We believe in the power of relationships. Our Family Help model is rooted in systemic practice and built on trust, consistency and co-production.You will work with families to create plans that reflect their voices and values - whether under Child in Need, Child Protection or care proceedings. You won't be working alone. You will be part of a multi-agency team that includes Children's Practitioners, Adult Mental Health Practitioners, Substance Misuse and Domestic Abuse Specialists and in-house Family Therapy and Social Care CAMHS teams. Together, we create a wraparound network of support that helps families stay together safely. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, with successful completion of the ASYE. Confident in your knowledge and practice, with experience across voluntary and statutory settings. A natural collaborator and communicator who brings compassion, creativity and clarity to your work. A champion for children and families, with a belief in their potential and a commitment to their rights. How We Support You You will be part of a small team of five Social Workers with manageable caseloads. Dedicated business support staff work alongside you to reduce admin and free up your time. You will have opportunities to lead, influence and innovate through working groups and service development. Our training offer is second to none: Systemic Psychotherapy (Levels 1, 2 and 3), Practice Educator training, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Practice, Leadership Development and much more. We offer clear career progression through our panel for Senior Social Worker and Advanced Practitioner roles, plus ASYE, Step Up and Apprenticeship pathways. Excellent transport links and a vibrant, supportive working culture. If you are ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families and want to do it in a place that values your passion, your practice and your purpose - apply now. Wandsworth is where your next chapter begins. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact: Roehampton Team: Ella Brow n , Service Manager - Battersea Team: Stephen O'Reilly, Service Manager - Tooting Team: Veronica Leigh, Service Manager - Closing date: 14 June 2026 Please note, applications are reviewed on a daily basis and interviews are scheduled regularly. We may close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond and Wandsworth Better Service Partnership is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan. The welcome bonus is paid in two instalments: the first £2,500 after 6 months on successful completion of your probation period and the second £2,500 after 12 months of employment.
Look Ahead Care Support and Housing
Slough, Berkshire
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Team Leader to join our Homelessness and Complex Needs Social Care Service in Slough. No personal care or experience required, just the right values. £ 33,130.60 per annum, working 40 hours per week. 6 month Secondment Want to feel valued? You'll feel at home here. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x pensionable salary (T&Cs apply) Free DBS All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. The post holder will be fully involved in all aspects of the day-to-day management of their designated service, including line managing the relevant front line staff. What you'll do: This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead Lead and motivate your team to ensure a positive local culture within your service. Deliver effective supervision and team meetings with staff. Promote effective information sharing, reporting and communication. Set clear expectations of quality standards, work plans and targets for staff. Responsible for the personal development of staff, identifying high performers and feeding into the organisations succession plans and identifying training needs. Experience of working with customers with complex needs and the ability to engage hard to reach customers. Knowledge of the issues facing homeless people. Build and maintain partnerships with local agencies and community groups. About you: What you'll bring: Essential: Ideally educated to degree level or equivalent. Holds relevant CMI/NVQ Level 3 or other business/management qualification. Desirable: Other relevant professional memberships and/or specialist qualifications are desirable. About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: We focus on Excellence and innovation. We are Caring and Compassionate. We are Inclusive and Trusted. We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
May 22, 2026
Full time
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Team Leader to join our Homelessness and Complex Needs Social Care Service in Slough. No personal care or experience required, just the right values. £ 33,130.60 per annum, working 40 hours per week. 6 month Secondment Want to feel valued? You'll feel at home here. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x pensionable salary (T&Cs apply) Free DBS All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. The post holder will be fully involved in all aspects of the day-to-day management of their designated service, including line managing the relevant front line staff. What you'll do: This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead Lead and motivate your team to ensure a positive local culture within your service. Deliver effective supervision and team meetings with staff. Promote effective information sharing, reporting and communication. Set clear expectations of quality standards, work plans and targets for staff. Responsible for the personal development of staff, identifying high performers and feeding into the organisations succession plans and identifying training needs. Experience of working with customers with complex needs and the ability to engage hard to reach customers. Knowledge of the issues facing homeless people. Build and maintain partnerships with local agencies and community groups. About you: What you'll bring: Essential: Ideally educated to degree level or equivalent. Holds relevant CMI/NVQ Level 3 or other business/management qualification. Desirable: Other relevant professional memberships and/or specialist qualifications are desirable. About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: We focus on Excellence and innovation. We are Caring and Compassionate. We are Inclusive and Trusted. We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
Your new company You will be joining a well-established, purpose-driven organisation that delivers specialist support services to individuals affected by violence, abuse and exploitation. With a strong reputation across the West Midlands, the organisation adopts a trauma-informed and person-centred approach, helping vulnerable individuals rebuild their lives and achieve independence.Working as part of a dedicated Modern Slavery Support Service, you will play a crucial role in providing safe accommodation and tailored support to victims of human trafficking and modern slavery, working closely with partner agencies to deliver the best possible outcomes. Your new role As a Safehouse Support Worker, you will deliver frontline support to individuals living within supported accommodation, ensuring they feel safe, empowered and able to progress through their recovery journey. Your key responsibilities will include: Managing a caseload of clients and delivering holistic, trauma-informed support Conducting risk and needs assessments, safety planning and ongoing case reviews Supporting service users to access their rights, entitlements and external services (e.g. health, housing, legal and wellbeing support) Advocating for clients within the National Referral Mechanism and wider support systems Maintaining a safe and secure accommodation environment, including health and safety compliance Supporting clients with move-in, integration, daily living, and move-on planning Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners to achieve positive outcomes Accurately recording casework and maintaining compliance with safeguarding and organisational standards This is a fast-paced and rewarding role that requires resilience, empathy and the ability to manage complex and often challenging situations. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will bring: Experience working with vulnerable adults and/or families in a support setting Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment and trauma-informed practice Knowledge of modern slavery, human trafficking, or related areas (e.g. domestic abuse, homelessness, asylum support) Ability to manage complex caseloads and work to deadlines and performance targets Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport Experience working collaboratively with external agencies and stakeholders Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise in a demanding environment Competence in Microsoft Office and case management systems You will also demonstrate resilience, empathy and a genuine commitment to supporting individuals through difficult and distressing circumstances. Please note: due to the nature of the service, there is an occupational requirement for the post-holder to be female, in line with the Equality Act 2010. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive competitive benefits package and the opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives, including: Salary of 25,287 - 27,993 (dependent on experience) 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with service Additional wellbeing day and annual leave purchase scheme Mileage allowance for travel Pension contribution (5% employer) Access to training, development and clinical supervision Employee Assistance Programme Regular team away days and a supportive working environment You will also gain invaluable experience working within a specialist service, contributing to life-changing outcomes for vulnerable individuals. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
May 22, 2026
Full time
Your new company You will be joining a well-established, purpose-driven organisation that delivers specialist support services to individuals affected by violence, abuse and exploitation. With a strong reputation across the West Midlands, the organisation adopts a trauma-informed and person-centred approach, helping vulnerable individuals rebuild their lives and achieve independence.Working as part of a dedicated Modern Slavery Support Service, you will play a crucial role in providing safe accommodation and tailored support to victims of human trafficking and modern slavery, working closely with partner agencies to deliver the best possible outcomes. Your new role As a Safehouse Support Worker, you will deliver frontline support to individuals living within supported accommodation, ensuring they feel safe, empowered and able to progress through their recovery journey. Your key responsibilities will include: Managing a caseload of clients and delivering holistic, trauma-informed support Conducting risk and needs assessments, safety planning and ongoing case reviews Supporting service users to access their rights, entitlements and external services (e.g. health, housing, legal and wellbeing support) Advocating for clients within the National Referral Mechanism and wider support systems Maintaining a safe and secure accommodation environment, including health and safety compliance Supporting clients with move-in, integration, daily living, and move-on planning Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners to achieve positive outcomes Accurately recording casework and maintaining compliance with safeguarding and organisational standards This is a fast-paced and rewarding role that requires resilience, empathy and the ability to manage complex and often challenging situations. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will bring: Experience working with vulnerable adults and/or families in a support setting Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment and trauma-informed practice Knowledge of modern slavery, human trafficking, or related areas (e.g. domestic abuse, homelessness, asylum support) Ability to manage complex caseloads and work to deadlines and performance targets Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport Experience working collaboratively with external agencies and stakeholders Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise in a demanding environment Competence in Microsoft Office and case management systems You will also demonstrate resilience, empathy and a genuine commitment to supporting individuals through difficult and distressing circumstances. Please note: due to the nature of the service, there is an occupational requirement for the post-holder to be female, in line with the Equality Act 2010. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive competitive benefits package and the opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives, including: Salary of 25,287 - 27,993 (dependent on experience) 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with service Additional wellbeing day and annual leave purchase scheme Mileage allowance for travel Pension contribution (5% employer) Access to training, development and clinical supervision Employee Assistance Programme Regular team away days and a supportive working environment You will also gain invaluable experience working within a specialist service, contributing to life-changing outcomes for vulnerable individuals. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
The starting salary for this role is currently £37,995 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. A further financial package of £6,000 also available on completion of your Assisted and Supported Year in Employment with us. We are currently welcoming Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSW) to join Surrey Children's Services as part of our Autumn 2026 cohort. The programme is planned to start on the 5th of October 2026 . Our Location and Teams: Surrey is a large and vibrant county that borders with Greater London to the northeast, Kent to the east, East and West Sussex to the south, and Hampshire and Berkshire to the west, please refer to the map attached to understand more about our geography. This is a unique opportunity to begin your career with us at a time of positive transformation. We are continuing to develop our services in line with the national Families First reforms, strengthening our Family Help approach and working more closely with multi-agency partners to deliver the right support at the right time. At present, our teams include Assessment, Family Safeguarding, Adolescents, Children with Disabilities, Children Looked After and Fostering. Due to forthcoming changes associated with the Families First and wider service transformation, team structures are likely to change later this year. As an NQSW, you will be supported to develop your practice within this evolving landscape, with a strong ASYE programme and clear professional guidance. You will have the opportunity to ask questions about team vacancies during the selection process. When applying, please indicate which of the geographical area(s), you would be willing to work in: Northeast area office based in Weybridge, covering Elmbridge, Spelthorne and Epsom & Ewell Southeast area office based in Reigate, covering Reigate & Banstead, Tandridge & Mole Valley. Northwest area office based in Woking, covering Woking, Surrey Heath & Runnymede. Southwest area office based in Guildford covering Guildford & Waverley. You will be required to travel to the office where your team is based and within a geographical area to undertake direct work with children, young people and families, to attend meetings and training as required. When not working with our children and families in the community, we support agile working with a combination of home and office working. We are keen to get the balance right of providing flexibility whilst maximising learning opportunities for you as a Newly Qualified Social Worker and responding to service needs. We invite you to discuss this with us further at interview. About Our ASYE Programme: Our programme is well established and well resourced, supported by a capable team of experienced social work staff and managers. Across the 12 month programme you can expect regular reflective supervision from both your Team Manager and ASYE Assessor who will guide and support you to develop your knowledge base. You will have the opportunity to develop your professional skills and confidence for a career in frontline social work. Our latest Ofsted inspection judged our Childrens Services as 'Good' The report recognises that "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." Upon successful completion of the ASYE programme with us, there will be an opportunity to progress your career with Surrey County Council and tap into our Post-Qualifying Year 2 programme which supports you beyond the completion of your ASYE. You are able to find out more about what Surrey has to offer by visiting our Surrey Children's Services Academy web page. NQSWs who undertake the ASYE programme with Surrey will have access to: Induction and Support A comprehensive ASYE Academy Induction programme and Team Induction. Allocated Advanced Social Worker as ASYE Assessor, in addition to the operational Team Manager. Graduated Supervision offer with increased support in the first six months. Graduated workload reaching a 90% allocation by the end of programme. Monthly one-to-one or group reflective supervision with ASYE Assessor. Access to our Children's Quality Practice and Performance Service to develop skills in social work practice. Monthly ASYE Learning Events focusing on Post Qualifying Standards (KSS). Two days a month Protected Development Time. Access to Community Care inform and Care Knowledge learning platforms. Access to Surrey Safeguarding Children's Partnership training programme, our wider Academy learning & development offer, plus bespoke Court Skills for Social Workers & Domestic Abuse training for NQSWs. Access to a secure SharePoint hub for collaborative working and access to up-to-date resources. Other Benefits: 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) We pay your Social Work England registration fee for any registration period when you are employed with us. Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Parental, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents Shortlisting Criteria: In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: You hold a Social Work qualification such as a Degree, Masters or Post Graduate Diploma in Social Work (or will be about to obtain any of these) You are (or will be) registering with Social Work England and have permission to work in the UK following your studies, without requiring employer visa sponsorship. Your experience of working with children, young people and their families, e.g. paid or voluntary work / transferable work experience skills / social work placements etc That you qualified within two years of the NQSW cohort commencing in October 2026 (If you qualified earlier than October 2024 your application will not be considered) You hold a current valid full UK driving licence and will have access to a vehicle when taking up employment with us Surrey has both urban and rural areas, and you will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Contact Us: Please contact us for any questions relating to the role via email at . This could be to discuss reasonable adjustments, understanding of the ASYE programme or Children's Services structures in Surrey and the opportunities available to you. The job advert closes at 23:59 on Sunday the 31st of May 2026 with shortlisting planned for W/C the 1st of June 2026. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview at one of our area offices. Interviews are planned to take place W/C 15th & W/C 22nd of June 2026. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.
May 22, 2026
Full time
The starting salary for this role is currently £37,995 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. A further financial package of £6,000 also available on completion of your Assisted and Supported Year in Employment with us. We are currently welcoming Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSW) to join Surrey Children's Services as part of our Autumn 2026 cohort. The programme is planned to start on the 5th of October 2026 . Our Location and Teams: Surrey is a large and vibrant county that borders with Greater London to the northeast, Kent to the east, East and West Sussex to the south, and Hampshire and Berkshire to the west, please refer to the map attached to understand more about our geography. This is a unique opportunity to begin your career with us at a time of positive transformation. We are continuing to develop our services in line with the national Families First reforms, strengthening our Family Help approach and working more closely with multi-agency partners to deliver the right support at the right time. At present, our teams include Assessment, Family Safeguarding, Adolescents, Children with Disabilities, Children Looked After and Fostering. Due to forthcoming changes associated with the Families First and wider service transformation, team structures are likely to change later this year. As an NQSW, you will be supported to develop your practice within this evolving landscape, with a strong ASYE programme and clear professional guidance. You will have the opportunity to ask questions about team vacancies during the selection process. When applying, please indicate which of the geographical area(s), you would be willing to work in: Northeast area office based in Weybridge, covering Elmbridge, Spelthorne and Epsom & Ewell Southeast area office based in Reigate, covering Reigate & Banstead, Tandridge & Mole Valley. Northwest area office based in Woking, covering Woking, Surrey Heath & Runnymede. Southwest area office based in Guildford covering Guildford & Waverley. You will be required to travel to the office where your team is based and within a geographical area to undertake direct work with children, young people and families, to attend meetings and training as required. When not working with our children and families in the community, we support agile working with a combination of home and office working. We are keen to get the balance right of providing flexibility whilst maximising learning opportunities for you as a Newly Qualified Social Worker and responding to service needs. We invite you to discuss this with us further at interview. About Our ASYE Programme: Our programme is well established and well resourced, supported by a capable team of experienced social work staff and managers. Across the 12 month programme you can expect regular reflective supervision from both your Team Manager and ASYE Assessor who will guide and support you to develop your knowledge base. You will have the opportunity to develop your professional skills and confidence for a career in frontline social work. Our latest Ofsted inspection judged our Childrens Services as 'Good' The report recognises that "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." Upon successful completion of the ASYE programme with us, there will be an opportunity to progress your career with Surrey County Council and tap into our Post-Qualifying Year 2 programme which supports you beyond the completion of your ASYE. You are able to find out more about what Surrey has to offer by visiting our Surrey Children's Services Academy web page. NQSWs who undertake the ASYE programme with Surrey will have access to: Induction and Support A comprehensive ASYE Academy Induction programme and Team Induction. Allocated Advanced Social Worker as ASYE Assessor, in addition to the operational Team Manager. Graduated Supervision offer with increased support in the first six months. Graduated workload reaching a 90% allocation by the end of programme. Monthly one-to-one or group reflective supervision with ASYE Assessor. Access to our Children's Quality Practice and Performance Service to develop skills in social work practice. Monthly ASYE Learning Events focusing on Post Qualifying Standards (KSS). Two days a month Protected Development Time. Access to Community Care inform and Care Knowledge learning platforms. Access to Surrey Safeguarding Children's Partnership training programme, our wider Academy learning & development offer, plus bespoke Court Skills for Social Workers & Domestic Abuse training for NQSWs. Access to a secure SharePoint hub for collaborative working and access to up-to-date resources. Other Benefits: 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) We pay your Social Work England registration fee for any registration period when you are employed with us. Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Parental, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents Shortlisting Criteria: In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: You hold a Social Work qualification such as a Degree, Masters or Post Graduate Diploma in Social Work (or will be about to obtain any of these) You are (or will be) registering with Social Work England and have permission to work in the UK following your studies, without requiring employer visa sponsorship. Your experience of working with children, young people and their families, e.g. paid or voluntary work / transferable work experience skills / social work placements etc That you qualified within two years of the NQSW cohort commencing in October 2026 (If you qualified earlier than October 2024 your application will not be considered) You hold a current valid full UK driving licence and will have access to a vehicle when taking up employment with us Surrey has both urban and rural areas, and you will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Contact Us: Please contact us for any questions relating to the role via email at . This could be to discuss reasonable adjustments, understanding of the ASYE programme or Children's Services structures in Surrey and the opportunities available to you. The job advert closes at 23:59 on Sunday the 31st of May 2026 with shortlisting planned for W/C the 1st of June 2026. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview at one of our area offices. Interviews are planned to take place W/C 15th & W/C 22nd of June 2026. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.
Children's Development Worker Join an award-winning organisation tackling Violence Against Women and Children. We have a rewarding opportunity for a Children's Development Worker, to provide specialist support to children affected by domestic abuse. Our client is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to providing culturally responsive services that recognise the experiences of Black and minoritised children. Safeguarding is at the heart of their practice, and they are committed to protecting the welfare of women, children and adults at risk. Please note that due to the nature of this role, we can only accept female applicants and candidates must be able to speak a South Asian Language. Position: Children's Development Worker Location: West Midlands (Birmingham/Walsall) Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) Salary: £25,000 - £26,000 (depending on experience and qualifications) Contract: Contract until 31st October 2027 Closing Date: 2nd June 2026 The Role Working as part of a team, the job may involve working weekends, unsociable hours, and bank holidays and you will be required to work flexible hours to meet the needs of children and young people. Duties include: Design and deliver an age-appropriate programme of structured and free play activities to support children's wellbeing and development. Identify individual support needs and coordinate with colleagues and partner agencies (e.g., schools, health and social care) to ensure needs are met. Build positive relationships with children and young people, ensuring sessions are inclusive, engaging and safe. Promote safeguarding and follow child protection procedures, including advocacy and attendance at relevant multi-agency meetings when required. Maintain accurate records and monitoring systems, producing monthly/quarterly reports against agreed outcomes. Create opportunities for children, young people and parents/carers to participate, provide feedback and shape service delivery. Plan and organise resources and activities (including offsite and holiday provision), evaluating sessions to drive continuous improvement. About You You will have experience of working with children and young people aged 0 - 18 years old and be able to speak at least one South Asian language. You will also have: A good standard of education, including a minimum of level 4 or equivalent in Maths and English. NNEB Diploma/BTEC in Nursery nursing / NVQ3/CQS in childcare or equivalent Experience of devising and delivering creative play activities for children that assist in their holistic needs. Experience of working as part of a team and able to demonstrate your positive influence on team dynamics Able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Able to listen actively and adapt your communication style to meet the needs of the recipient. Able to be calm and resilient whilst under pressure and to remain optimistic and persistent. Be IT literate and familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Important Information This post is restricted to women under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 Enhanced DBS check required You may also have experience in roles such as Children's Development Worker, Children's Case Worker, Abuse Support Worker, Support Worker, Criminal Justice, Family Support Worker, Activities Coordinator, Nursery, Nursery Nurse, Primary School, Teaching Assistant, Teacher Support, Teaching Support, School Support Assistant, Youth Worker. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
May 21, 2026
Full time
Children's Development Worker Join an award-winning organisation tackling Violence Against Women and Children. We have a rewarding opportunity for a Children's Development Worker, to provide specialist support to children affected by domestic abuse. Our client is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to providing culturally responsive services that recognise the experiences of Black and minoritised children. Safeguarding is at the heart of their practice, and they are committed to protecting the welfare of women, children and adults at risk. Please note that due to the nature of this role, we can only accept female applicants and candidates must be able to speak a South Asian Language. Position: Children's Development Worker Location: West Midlands (Birmingham/Walsall) Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) Salary: £25,000 - £26,000 (depending on experience and qualifications) Contract: Contract until 31st October 2027 Closing Date: 2nd June 2026 The Role Working as part of a team, the job may involve working weekends, unsociable hours, and bank holidays and you will be required to work flexible hours to meet the needs of children and young people. Duties include: Design and deliver an age-appropriate programme of structured and free play activities to support children's wellbeing and development. Identify individual support needs and coordinate with colleagues and partner agencies (e.g., schools, health and social care) to ensure needs are met. Build positive relationships with children and young people, ensuring sessions are inclusive, engaging and safe. Promote safeguarding and follow child protection procedures, including advocacy and attendance at relevant multi-agency meetings when required. Maintain accurate records and monitoring systems, producing monthly/quarterly reports against agreed outcomes. Create opportunities for children, young people and parents/carers to participate, provide feedback and shape service delivery. Plan and organise resources and activities (including offsite and holiday provision), evaluating sessions to drive continuous improvement. About You You will have experience of working with children and young people aged 0 - 18 years old and be able to speak at least one South Asian language. You will also have: A good standard of education, including a minimum of level 4 or equivalent in Maths and English. NNEB Diploma/BTEC in Nursery nursing / NVQ3/CQS in childcare or equivalent Experience of devising and delivering creative play activities for children that assist in their holistic needs. Experience of working as part of a team and able to demonstrate your positive influence on team dynamics Able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Able to listen actively and adapt your communication style to meet the needs of the recipient. Able to be calm and resilient whilst under pressure and to remain optimistic and persistent. Be IT literate and familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Important Information This post is restricted to women under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 Enhanced DBS check required You may also have experience in roles such as Children's Development Worker, Children's Case Worker, Abuse Support Worker, Support Worker, Criminal Justice, Family Support Worker, Activities Coordinator, Nursery, Nursery Nurse, Primary School, Teaching Assistant, Teacher Support, Teaching Support, School Support Assistant, Youth Worker. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Barnardos Child and Family Support Service Dundee is seeking a passionate and motivated applicant for a full time Project Worker 1 position in our team. We are looking for a person who has a genuine interest in working with children and families providing support in a variety of settings including the family homes, schools and community locations and provide support either individually or with groups of children, young people and parents/carers. The service support includes working with children who have a disability/ additional support need and their families. Applicants will have an awareness of issues impacting on children and their families including trauma, mental health, care experienced, domestic abuse and substance use. The role includes: Community capacity building supporting individual/groups by facilitating learning and development opportunities. Partnership working with community groups, building capacity for inclusion for children/families, building relationship and working through barriers. Responsibility for introductions between children/families and volunteers. Caseholding responsibility ensuring aim of work/outcomes/compliance recording/risk assessments/volunteer log sheets. Applicants should be committed, enthusiastic, motivated and have excellent communication skills and able to work in a collaborative manner, evidencing a respectful and inclusive approach. You will be creative, innovative, adaptable and dynamic and able to deliver a person-centred and robust service to children and families. The use of a warm, nurturing and empathetic approach is essential. Applicants should be able to evidence professional curiosity. You will have direct practice experience working with children and families and evidence an awareness of child/adult protection issues. A flexible approach is essential to providing support when families need it which will include early morning, evenings and weekends. The successful applicant will be required to register with SSSC and undertake any identified conditional qualifications as the Dundee service has two Care Inspectorate registered services. The role includes effective time management balancing direct support needs alongside administrative requirements of the post. The post is driving licence essential and the use of a car also essential. Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible. Please also see Additional Information Sheet.
May 21, 2026
Full time
Barnardos Child and Family Support Service Dundee is seeking a passionate and motivated applicant for a full time Project Worker 1 position in our team. We are looking for a person who has a genuine interest in working with children and families providing support in a variety of settings including the family homes, schools and community locations and provide support either individually or with groups of children, young people and parents/carers. The service support includes working with children who have a disability/ additional support need and their families. Applicants will have an awareness of issues impacting on children and their families including trauma, mental health, care experienced, domestic abuse and substance use. The role includes: Community capacity building supporting individual/groups by facilitating learning and development opportunities. Partnership working with community groups, building capacity for inclusion for children/families, building relationship and working through barriers. Responsibility for introductions between children/families and volunteers. Caseholding responsibility ensuring aim of work/outcomes/compliance recording/risk assessments/volunteer log sheets. Applicants should be committed, enthusiastic, motivated and have excellent communication skills and able to work in a collaborative manner, evidencing a respectful and inclusive approach. You will be creative, innovative, adaptable and dynamic and able to deliver a person-centred and robust service to children and families. The use of a warm, nurturing and empathetic approach is essential. Applicants should be able to evidence professional curiosity. You will have direct practice experience working with children and families and evidence an awareness of child/adult protection issues. A flexible approach is essential to providing support when families need it which will include early morning, evenings and weekends. The successful applicant will be required to register with SSSC and undertake any identified conditional qualifications as the Dundee service has two Care Inspectorate registered services. The role includes effective time management balancing direct support needs alongside administrative requirements of the post. The post is driving licence essential and the use of a car also essential. Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible. Please also see Additional Information Sheet.
Children s Development Worker Join an award-winning organisation tackling Violence Against Women and Children. We have a rewarding opportunity for a Children s Development Worker, to provide specialist support to children affected by domestic abuse. Our client is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to providing culturally responsive services that recognise the experiences of Black and minoritised children. Safeguarding is at the heart of their practice, and they are committed to protecting the welfare of women, children and adults at risk. Please note that due to the nature of this role, we can only accept female applicants and candidates must be able to speak a South Asian Language. Position: Children s Development Worker Location: West Midlands (Birmingham/Walsall) Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) Salary: £25,000 - £26,000 (depending on experience and qualifications) Contract: Contract until 31st October 2027 Closing Date: 2nd June 2026 The Role Working as part of a team, the job may involve working weekends, unsociable hours, and bank holidays and you will be required to work flexible hours to meet the needs of children and young people. Duties include: Design and deliver an age-appropriate programme of structured and free play activities to support children s wellbeing and development. Identify individual support needs and coordinate with colleagues and partner agencies (e.g., schools, health and social care) to ensure needs are met. Build positive relationships with children and young people, ensuring sessions are inclusive, engaging and safe. Promote safeguarding and follow child protection procedures, including advocacy and attendance at relevant multi-agency meetings when required. Maintain accurate records and monitoring systems, producing monthly/quarterly reports against agreed outcomes. Create opportunities for children, young people and parents/carers to participate, provide feedback and shape service delivery. Plan and organise resources and activities (including offsite and holiday provision), evaluating sessions to drive continuous improvement. About You You will have experience of working with children and young people aged 0 18 years old and be able to speak at least one South Asian language. You will also have: A good standard of education, including a minimum of level 4 or equivalent in Maths and English. NNEB Diploma/BTEC in Nursery nursing / NVQ3/CQS in childcare or equivalent Experience of devising and delivering creative play activities for children that assist in their holistic needs. Experience of working as part of a team and able to demonstrate your positive influence on team dynamics Able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Able to listen actively and adapt your communication style to meet the needs of the recipient. Able to be calm and resilient whilst under pressure and to remain optimistic and persistent. Be IT literate and familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Important Information This post is restricted to women under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 Enhanced DBS check required You may also have experience in roles such as Children s Development Worker, Children s Case Worker, Abuse Support Worker, Support Worker, Criminal Justice, Family Support Worker, Activities Coordinator, Nursery, Nursery Nurse, Primary School, Teaching Assistant, Teacher Support, Teaching Support, School Support Assistant, Youth Worker. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
May 19, 2026
Contractor
Children s Development Worker Join an award-winning organisation tackling Violence Against Women and Children. We have a rewarding opportunity for a Children s Development Worker, to provide specialist support to children affected by domestic abuse. Our client is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to providing culturally responsive services that recognise the experiences of Black and minoritised children. Safeguarding is at the heart of their practice, and they are committed to protecting the welfare of women, children and adults at risk. Please note that due to the nature of this role, we can only accept female applicants and candidates must be able to speak a South Asian Language. Position: Children s Development Worker Location: West Midlands (Birmingham/Walsall) Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) Salary: £25,000 - £26,000 (depending on experience and qualifications) Contract: Contract until 31st October 2027 Closing Date: 2nd June 2026 The Role Working as part of a team, the job may involve working weekends, unsociable hours, and bank holidays and you will be required to work flexible hours to meet the needs of children and young people. Duties include: Design and deliver an age-appropriate programme of structured and free play activities to support children s wellbeing and development. Identify individual support needs and coordinate with colleagues and partner agencies (e.g., schools, health and social care) to ensure needs are met. Build positive relationships with children and young people, ensuring sessions are inclusive, engaging and safe. Promote safeguarding and follow child protection procedures, including advocacy and attendance at relevant multi-agency meetings when required. Maintain accurate records and monitoring systems, producing monthly/quarterly reports against agreed outcomes. Create opportunities for children, young people and parents/carers to participate, provide feedback and shape service delivery. Plan and organise resources and activities (including offsite and holiday provision), evaluating sessions to drive continuous improvement. About You You will have experience of working with children and young people aged 0 18 years old and be able to speak at least one South Asian language. You will also have: A good standard of education, including a minimum of level 4 or equivalent in Maths and English. NNEB Diploma/BTEC in Nursery nursing / NVQ3/CQS in childcare or equivalent Experience of devising and delivering creative play activities for children that assist in their holistic needs. Experience of working as part of a team and able to demonstrate your positive influence on team dynamics Able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Able to listen actively and adapt your communication style to meet the needs of the recipient. Able to be calm and resilient whilst under pressure and to remain optimistic and persistent. Be IT literate and familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Important Information This post is restricted to women under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 Enhanced DBS check required You may also have experience in roles such as Children s Development Worker, Children s Case Worker, Abuse Support Worker, Support Worker, Criminal Justice, Family Support Worker, Activities Coordinator, Nursery, Nursery Nurse, Primary School, Teaching Assistant, Teacher Support, Teaching Support, School Support Assistant, Youth Worker. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
Your new company We are recruiting a Domestic Abuse Coordinator to work for a North West housing association. Your new role This is a temporary role for a minimum of 3 months, but there could be scope for a permanent role. This role is to provide empathetic and person-centred support to customers who disclose domestic abuse. You will take overall ownership of domestic abuse cases, conduct risk assessment and make appropriate referrals, work with teams and specialist agencies to ensure that appropriate immediate and longer-term actions are taken to reduce risk to the customer. The post holder will retain oversight of all activities done to support the customer and ensure that they are completed within agreed timescales. They will provide ongoing telephone support to the customer and keep case notes updated. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role, it is essential you have experience of working with customers impacted by domestic abuse within a housing environment. You will have exceptional understanding of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 and best practice in supporting customers impacted by domestic abuse. You will be empathetic and understanding and have the ability to build trust and develop an ongoing rapport with customers. The ability to challenge and escalate concerns with other professionals, including police, IDVAs and social care, and you must be resilient and able to manage highly emotive calls and situations. You will have the ability to work well under pressure, have excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage and prioritise your own workload. Excellent understanding of best practice in safeguarding adults and safeguarding children will be required, and you will need to undertake a basic DBS. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive rate of pay along with holiday pay accrual. You will be joining a supportive team and there is scope for a permanent position. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Oct 08, 2025
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Your new company We are recruiting a Domestic Abuse Coordinator to work for a North West housing association. Your new role This is a temporary role for a minimum of 3 months, but there could be scope for a permanent role. This role is to provide empathetic and person-centred support to customers who disclose domestic abuse. You will take overall ownership of domestic abuse cases, conduct risk assessment and make appropriate referrals, work with teams and specialist agencies to ensure that appropriate immediate and longer-term actions are taken to reduce risk to the customer. The post holder will retain oversight of all activities done to support the customer and ensure that they are completed within agreed timescales. They will provide ongoing telephone support to the customer and keep case notes updated. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role, it is essential you have experience of working with customers impacted by domestic abuse within a housing environment. You will have exceptional understanding of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 and best practice in supporting customers impacted by domestic abuse. You will be empathetic and understanding and have the ability to build trust and develop an ongoing rapport with customers. The ability to challenge and escalate concerns with other professionals, including police, IDVAs and social care, and you must be resilient and able to manage highly emotive calls and situations. You will have the ability to work well under pressure, have excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage and prioritise your own workload. Excellent understanding of best practice in safeguarding adults and safeguarding children will be required, and you will need to undertake a basic DBS. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive rate of pay along with holiday pay accrual. You will be joining a supportive team and there is scope for a permanent position. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
