Bank Support Worker (Domestic Abuse) – Swindon
£12 per hour
Do you have a commitment to making a difference in women’s lives? Are you passionate about supporting women in a holistic, women-centered, trauma-informed way? Many women who experience domestic abuse and accompanying complex needs such as substance misuse, mental health, and involvement with the criminal justice system, require safe and supportive housing which caters to their needs.
The Nelson Trust is running a small residential safe space accommodation unit for women. We are seeking a passionate, woman-focused professional to lead the project, ensuring staff coverage that guarantees the safety of residents and the building, as well as offering support to clients as necessary when on shift. As a bank support worker, you will ensure that the project is covered during your working hours, maintaining the safety of women residents and the building, while also providing the required support.
The project supports women with complex needs, including substance misuse, emotional wellbeing, offending behaviors, and mental health needs. The team works closely with each resident from the beginning of their stay to their eventual positive move to settled and long-term accommodation.
Available shifts:
Mon – Fri
Late 4pm – 8pm
Sleep 8pm – 8am
Due to the nature of the work carried out in our Women’s Centres, this role is restricted to female applicants only in accordance with the provisions of the occupational requirement (Equality Act 2010, pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1).
The Nelson Trust is committed to safeguarding; the successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced Children & Adults DBS check.
This is an opportunity for new, challenging, and highly rewarding experiences. Our staff make a real difference to people’s lives and in return for your commitment and enthusiasm, we offer a comprehensive training and development programme, a generous pension scheme, and a positive working environment.
If this role is for you, we would love to hear from you. Please click on the links to download the full job description and to complete an application form, or ring 01453 885633.
Please send the downloaded application form to office@nelsontrust.com.
Please Quote Job Reference: 696
Application closing date:
This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is appointed.
Or post to The Nelson Trust, Port Lane, Brimscombe, Stroud, GL5 2QJ.
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