Children and Young People Domestic Abuse Specialist Worker

Job Title: Children & Young People Domestic Abuse Support Worker – Caerphilly

Location: Caerphilly, Wales

Salary: £24,222 per annum

Job Description:
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people affected by domestic abuse? We are seeking a dedicated Children & Young People Domestic Abuse Support Worker to join a leading specialist provider in Caerphilly. This role offers a unique opportunity to work directly with school-age children and young people, raising awareness of domestic abuse, unhealthy relationships, and gender-based violence. If you are committed to empowering youth and fostering respectful, safe environments, this position is ideal for you.

As a Children & Young People Domestic Abuse Support Worker, you will deliver engaging awareness sessions, facilitate group work, and provide trauma-informed one-to-one support. Your work will take place across various settings, including schools, youth groups, and alternative education environments, ensuring you reach those who need support most. You will play a vital role in challenging harmful gender norms, promoting healthy relationships, and empowering young people to become advocates for change.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver impactful domestic abuse awareness sessions to children and young people in schools, youth groups, and alternative settings.
• Facilitate group activities to develop understanding of healthy relationships, gender stereotypes, and coping strategies.
• Provide trauma-informed, one-to-one support for young people disclosing or affected by domestic abuse, including risk assessments and safety planning.
• Collaborate with professionals and agencies to ensure targeted support for vulnerable children and young people.
• Support the development of “Youth VAWDASV Ambassadors” and assist in creating youth-friendly resources.
• Maintain professional standards regarding safeguarding, confidentiality, and equal opportunities.
• Participate in training, multi-agency meetings, and team development activities.
• Complete administrative tasks such as referrals, risk assessments, and record-keeping.
• Work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, and participate in on-call duties as required.

Requirements:

• Experience working with children and young people affected by or at risk of domestic abuse.
• Knowledge of adverse childhood experiences and their impact on youth.
• Understanding of VAWDASV and its societal effects.
• Ability to facilitate group work and manage challenging behaviours.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Full driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality policies.

Desirable:

• Qualifications such as IDVA / ISVA / CHIDVA or experience as a group work facilitator.
• Welsh language skills.
• Experience liaising with multiple agencies and managing situations involving violence or aggression.

Ready to be part of something truly transformative? Apply now and help us build a safer, more respectful community for children and young people.

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