VACANCY: PACT – Support Worker (Reading)

ocva.org; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A trauma recovery service provider is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist children and families affected by domestic abuse. In this part-time role, you'll conduct assessments, facilitate group sessions, and provide one-on-one support. The position includes hybrid working with travel across Reading and surrounding areas. Candidates should have a solid understanding of domestic abuse and experience with vulnerable populations. If you are passionate about making a difference, please apply.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on families.
• Experience in supporting vulnerable children and parents.
• Interest in working with families affected by trauma.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments to understand family needs.
• Deliver group work for children and parents.
• Provide one-on-one sessions to children in need.
• Support families by providing outreach assistance.

Skills

Understanding of domestic abuse

Experience delivering groupwork programmes

Excellent communication skills

Job description

VACANCY: PACT – Support Worker (Reading)

December 17, 2025

Job title: Support Worker

Role summary: Would you like to make a lasting difference in the lives of children affected by domestic abuse? Join an award-winning trauma recovery service provider that is passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children and families.

Bounce Back for Kids (BB4K) is a lifeline for children healing from the trauma of domestic abuse. We’re expanding our service and looking for new Support Workers to join our team – helping guide children and families on their healing journey.

About the role

As a Support Worker you will play a significant role in supporting children and families affected by domestic abuse. Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• the completion of assessments to understand the needs of families
• delivering group work for children and parents
• provide 1-2-1 sessions to children and families most in need
• supporting our families through providing outreach support

About you

A successful Support Worker will need a good understanding of domestic abuse and the impact on children and families (or an interest in working in this field), with experience of delivering groupwork programmes for vulnerable parents and/or children.

If this sounds like you please apply today to join a collaborative and dedicated team who are part of something truly meaningful.

Job location: Reading office with hybrid working arrangements and frequent travel. Role covers casework activity across Reading, South Oxfordshire, Vale of White Horse and Oxford City.

Applications close on: 9am 30th January 2026

Hours: Part time – 15 hours per week, weekdays. We’re open to discussing working patterns that match both your needs and our service delivery.

To apply, please visit the website here. For an informal discussion about the role please contact Luke Pepperell at [e-mail].

Early applications are encouraged as we may review and appoint on an earlier basis if a successful candidate is secured.