Domestic Abuse Worker

Morgan Hunt; Chester; On-site; GBP 38,683,000 - 41,262,000; Part time

Job summary

Morgan Hunt are supporting a leading charity in the Cheshire West and Chester area by recruiting a Domestic Abuse Worker on a temporary contract with the potential to become permanent. The role involves community-based work across dispersed refuge spaces to support individuals and families affected by domestic abuse.

You will conduct assessments, provide emotional and practical support, collaborate with partner agencies, maintain records and perform risk assessments, enabling access to housing,

Qualifications

• Understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on individuals and families.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and confidentiality practices.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations, particularly in a social care or support role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to identify client needs and create tailored support plans.
• Provide emotional and practical support to clients experiencing domestic abuse.
• Collaborate with partner agencies to ensure clients have access to necessary resources and services.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions and progress.
• Conduct risk assessments to ensure the safety and well-being of clients.
• Support clients in accessing housing, education, and employment opportunities.

Job description

Domestic Abuse Worker

Temporary with the potential to become permanent

36 hours per week (Monday - Friday)

£15 - £16 per hour

To start as soon as possible

Covering the Cheshire West and Chester area

Our client

Morgan Hunt are working with a leading charity committed to supporting individuals and families affected by domestic abuse and homelessness. They provide high‑quality, person‑centered services that empower our clients to rebuild their lives and achieve independence.

The Role:

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Domestic Abuse Worker for a temporary contract with the potential to become permanent, covering the Cheshire West and Chester area. In this role, you will work within the community and across dispersed refuge space, providing vital support to individuals and families affected by domestic abuse. You will play a key role in helping clients regain stability, access essential resources, and rebuild their lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments to identify client needs and create tailored support plans.
• Provide emotional and practical support to clients experiencing domestic abuse.
• Collaborate with partner agencies to ensure clients have access to necessary resources and services.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions and progress.
• Conduct risk assessments to ensure the safety and well‑being of clients.
• Support clients in accessing housing, education, and employment opportunities.

The Candidate

• A strong understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on individuals and families.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and confidentiality practices.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations, particularly in a social care or support role.
• A driver with access to a car for work (business insurance needed).
• An Enhanced Child and Adult DBS registered on the update service or the willingness to complete a new application.

Morgan Hunt is a multi‑award‑winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.