Refuge Project Worker

Belmont Recruitment; Aldershot; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A supportive organization is looking for a Domestic Abuse Refuge Project Worker to help children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse. Key responsibilities include providing emotional support and safety planning, as well as facilitating educational access. Candidates should have experience with vulnerable youth and a strong knowledge of safeguarding. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development within a value-driven workplace.

Benefits

Competitive salary with progression

Training and ongoing professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Proven ability to manage a caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group support to children in refuge.
• Develop risk management plans and support strategies.
• Advocate for families within statutory and voluntary services.

Skills

Experience supporting vulnerable children and young people

Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

Domestic Abuse Refuge Project Worker (Children & Young People)

Location: Hampshire, Portsmouth & Southampton
Salary: £15,000 - £20,000 per annum
Hours: 22 hours per week
Enhanced DBS: Required

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Refuge Project Worker to support children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse and are living in refuge accommodation. This is a trauma-informed role focused on safety, recovery, empowerment and long-term outcomes for children and families.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing one-to-one and group support to children and young people in refuge
• Delivering safety planning, advocacy and emotional support
• Supporting children to process trauma and build resilience
• Facilitating group work, peer support and holiday activities
• Working in partnership with mothers to strengthen family relationships
• Supporting access to education, including school liaison and transfers
• Developing and reviewing individual support and risk management plans
• Advocating for families with statutory and voluntary agencies
• Maintaining accurate case records and reports in line with data protection
• Contributing to the safe day-to-day running of refuge accommodation
• Participating in an out-of-hours on-call rota, including emergency response

What we're looking for:

• Experience supporting vulnerable children and young people
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection
• Ability to work within a multi-agency and legislative framework
• Confidence in advocacy, risk assessment and safety planning
• Ability to manage a caseload and work independentlyExcellent communication, organisational and IT skills
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance
• Commitment to equality, diversity and trauma-informed practice

What we offer:

• Competitive salary with progression
• Meaningful, frontline work supporting families to live free from abuse
• Supportive, values-led organisation
• Training and ongoing professional development
• Regular supervision and team support