Children and Young People's Support Worker

Birmingham & Solihull Women's Aid; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Birmingham and Solihull Women’s Aid have for over 40 years supported women and children with services around domestic violence and abuse. Could you be a part of our team as we continue our mission to end domestic violence and abuse?

The region’s leading charity in tackling violence against women and girls, BSWA offers a helpline, webchat, drop-in, and community support as well as emergency accommodation in six refuges across the area.

Projects support women in the criminal justice system, in healthcare settings, and throughout the community, offering support to women and children experiencing domestic violence. Alongside this, we also have colleagues offering training and consultancy to businesses and health and social care professionals alike, raising awareness on gender-based violence issues.

We seek like-minded women to join our enthusiastic team of workers, all of us passionate about the vital and valuable work we do to support women and children who have experienced domestic abuse and tackling the wider issues of violence against women and girls.

Role Overview

This role would work with children and young people to provide safe interventions and support around domestic violence. You will provide domestic violence awareness sessions to children/young people and professionals.

Equal Opportunity Statement

BSWA is a Disability Confident Employer. We want everyone to have an equal chance at being considered for our jobs. Should you be unable to submit your application online and would prefer an alternative method, or you are experiencing another barrier to completing your application, please contact our recruitment team at: [e-mail].

These posts are covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010) and women only need apply.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is at noon on Wednesday 30th April at 12 noon. Interviews will take place in the weeks commencing 12th May.