Access and Assessment Team Support Worker (Female*)

Volunteer Centre; Leeds; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization supporting women in Leeds is seeking a passionate Access and Assessment Team Support Worker (Female*) to provide trauma-informed support to victims of domestic abuse. The role requires experience in support services and a strong understanding of domestic violence's impact on families. This full-time, fixed-term position involves delivering high-quality assistance, risk assessment, and being the first contact point for individuals in need. Applications are welcomed from diverse backgrounds, with a commitment to equality and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience in an advisory or support role is required.
• A good understanding of the impact of domestic violence on families is necessary.
• Must be able to deal with difficult situations under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality trauma-informed support to victim-survivors.
• Conduct risk assessments and safety planning.
• Serve as the first point of contact for referrals.

Skills

Experience in an advisory or support role

Understanding of domestic violence impact

Ability to handle stressful situations

Job description

Access and Assessment Team Support Worker (Female*)

Leeds Women's Aid

Full-time (35 hours Monday – Friday), Fixed-Term (Maternity cover)

Salary £26,296 (FTE)

This is a full-time post, however, the hours may be open to discussion and a job share may be considered for the most suitable candidate/s. Please specify your preferred working hours in your application.

It’s all about making a difference.

We are seeking a passionate and empathetic Access & Assessment Team (AAT) Support Worker. As a Support Worker, you will be responsible for delivering high quality trauma informed support to victim-survivors of domestic abuse including emotional support, risk assessment, safety planning and signposting.

AAT is the first point of contact for Leeds Domestic Violence Service for any person who is experiencing domestic abuse. The team works with victim-survivors, risk assessing and developing support and safety plans. AAT is also the first point of contact for professionals who are making referrals, seeking support for victim-survivors or wanting advice.

You will need:

• xperience of working in an advisory or support role
• A good understanding of the impact of domestic violence and abuse on victim-survivors, children and their families
• The ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations under pressure

Leeds Women’s Aid (LWA) is the largest women’s charitable organisation in Leeds and provides services for victims of domestic abuse, honour-based violence, forced marriage, stalking and harassment and is the lead agency for two consortia, Leeds Domestic Violence Service and Women and Girls Alliance.

The closing date for applications is Monday 15 th December. Interview date is Monday 22 nd December.

How to Apply

LWA is fully committed to the principles of equality of opportunity and applications are welcome from all sections of the community. LWA is a diverse and inclusive organisation, we would particularly welcome applications from women from Black, Asian or Minoritized Ethnic communities, who are currently underrepresented at senior levels.

LWA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required before taking up this position.

* Posts are open to women only (Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1)

For further information and to apply please download a pack from our website:

• Hours

  Full Time, Part Time 35 ( job share considered) Hours per week