Domestic Violence Support Worker (*Female)
Leeds Women's Aid
1 x full time position (35 hours) and 1 x part time position (28 hours)
It’s all about making a difference.
Imagine being able to go home after work knowing everything you have done and will be doing is having a positive impact on someone. When individuals and families leave their home in fear of domestic violence and abuse, they usually leave their belongings, friends and families and have suffered trauma. Do you want to be a part of their journey through recovery and towards self-confidence and independence? Join a team working in refuge to help people and children turn their lives around.
LWA are looking for Domestic Violence Support Workers (refuge) to support individuals and families in refuges and safe houses in Leeds. The successful candidate will be expected to work collaboratively to attain the best outcomes for our service users.
You will need:
* Experience of providing structured support to vulnerable adults
* An excellent understanding of domestic violence and abuse and its impact on individuals and families.
* Values consistent with those of LWA and a commitment to diversity and inclusion
The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 3rd March 2025 with interviews being held on Monday 10th March 2025.
LWA is fully committed to the principles of equality of opportunity and applications are welcome from all sections of the community. LWA is a diverse and inclusive organisation; we would particularly welcome applications from women from Black, Asian or Minoritized Ethnic communities, who are currently underrepresented at senior levels.
LWA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required before taking up this position.
* Posts are open to women only (Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1)
How to Apply
Please send completed applications which should include your preferred hours, covering letter, CV and completed application form to: recruitment@leedswomensaid.org.uk
For an informal chat, please contact clares@leedswomensaid.org.uk
Location
Leeds
Hours
Full Time: 35 hours and Part Time: 28 hours
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