Children and Young People’s Support Worker

Milton keynes women's aid(MK-ACT); Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A local domestic abuse charity in Greater London seeks a Children and Young People's Support Worker to assist children living in refuge. This role involves planning activities, ensuring safety, and supporting emotional well-being. Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare and experience working with children. The position offers a supportive environment with training opportunities and 25 days' annual leave. Applications are accepted through an official form only.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave (pro rata) + bank holidays

Additional paid birthday leave

Training and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children in a relevant capacity.
• Ability to deliver age-appropriate activities.
• Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities for children.
• Support residents and families in refuge.
• Ensure safety of children living in the refuge.

Skills

Understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on children

Experience supporting children or young people

Strong communication and record-keeping skills

Confidence working with families from diverse backgrounds

Ability to work effectively within multi-agency frameworks

Level 3 Early years or Childcare qualification

Full UK Driving licence

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early years or Childcare

Job description

Job description

Job description

Location

MK ACT Office

Hours

30 per week (Tue-Fri, 9:30-17:30, 30-minute lunch break)

Salary

20,998 per annum

Contract

Permanent

Reporting to

Refuge Manager

Closing Date

21 January

About Us

MK ACT is a long-established domestic abuse charity with over 50 years' experience supporting individuals and families across Milton Keynes. We provide safety, refuge, advocacy and long-term support as survivors rebuild their lives.

Children and Young People's Support Worker

We have a vacancy for a Children and Young People's Support Worker to join our refuge team. This is an exciting opportunity to support our children living in refuge to overcome the trauma of abuse in a play setting. You will play a key role in ensuring safety, emotional wellbeing and development for children and young people aged 0 to 16, living in our accommodation. This role suits someone who is enthusiastic, adaptable and creative.

You will need to have experience of working with children and a level 3 qualification in Early years or Childcare.

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful difference for children affected by domestic abuse
• Supportive, specialist team environment
• Training and professional development opportunities
• 25 days' annual leave (pro rata) + bank holidays
• Additional paid birthday leave
• Opportunity to grow with the charity as we expand

Key Responsibilities

Support for Children and Young People

• Plan and deliver interesting age-appropriate activities and holiday playschemes
• Work with the Family Support Workers to provide support for the residents and their children
• Deliver age appropriate support around children's experiences of Domestic Abuse
• Work with other agencies to ensure safety of children living in the refuge
• Keep accurate records
• Be part of the refuge on call rota

About You

You will thrive in this role if you enjoy working with children, are energetic, child-centred and aware of safeguarding responsibilities.

Essential

• Understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on children
• Experience supporting children or young people
• Strong communication and record-keeping skills
• Confidence working with families from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work effectively within multi-agency frameworks
• Level 3 Early years of Childcare qualification
• Have a full UK Driving licence

Desirable

• Experience in refuge or safeguarding environments
• Experience delivering group activities or children's programmes
• Knowledge of Protective Behaviours

How to Apply

As part of our fair recruitment approach, we do not accept CVs. Please complete our official application form. Applications submitted without the form cannot be considered.