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Broadacres; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme with life cover

Cycle to Work and Smart Tech via Broad

Wellbeing support (EAP)

Eye care and flu vouchers

Job summary

Broadacres is seeking a Children’s Worker to support families in a women’s refuge. You will create a safe and nurturing environment for children, organise engaging activities, and advocate for their needs within a domestic abuse support setting.

Excellent communication and listening skills, along with attention to detail, are essential to build strong relationships with families and stakeholders. This is a meaningful, frontline role within Broadacres’ supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting vulnerable children
• Level 2 qualification in relevant field
• Experience of working in domestic abuse support setting

Responsibilities

• Organise engaging activities for children
• Provide ongoing support to families in the refuge
• Advocate for the needs of children in the scheme
• Create a safe, nurturing environment for children in challenging circumstances

Skills

Excellent communication

Active listening

Attention to detail

Education

Level 2 qualification in relevant field

Job description

As a Children's Worker at Broadacres Housing Association in our womens refuge, your role will involve creating a safe and nurturing environment for children in a Domestic Abuse Support setting. You will be responsible for organising engaging activities, providing support to families, and advocating for the needs of the children in the scheme. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families, and to be a key figure in their journey towards stability and happiness. Join our team and be a part of something truly rewarding and impactful!

About You

You will be an excellent communicator, with strong listening skills and great attention to detail. Able to create a fun, safe and welcoming environment for children in a difficult situation, as well as building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Experience of supporting vulnerable children

Level 2 qualification in relevant field

Experience of working in domestic abuse support setting

What We Offer

• Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional leave, alongside a pension scheme with life cover
• Flexible and supportive working within a collaborative and customer-focused team
• Access to our BroadRewards platform, offering schemes such as Cycle to Work and Smart Tech
• A strong focus on wellbeing, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, counselling support and occupational health services
• Everyday financial and lifestyle support, including eye care and flu vouchers, savings and low-cost loan options, payroll giving to charities, and access to money advice services

Why Broadacres?

At Broadacres, we champion diversity and are committed to being an equal opportunities and disability confident employer. We welcome applications from all community sectors and encourage individuals underrepresented in our organisation to apply.

Our Organisation

Broadacres is a successful, innovative, not-for-profit housing association based in Northallerton, North Yorkshire. We own and manage more than 6,900 homes across various regions, providing top-tier services aimed at meeting our vision: 'to be the best rural housing association in the country'. We ensure our customers receive first-class service, making them proud to live in a Broadacres home.