Children and Young People Domestic Abuse Support Worker

• Job Title: Children & Young People Domestic Abuse Support Worker
• Location: Caerphilly, South Wales, UK
• Salary: £24,222 per annum
• Fixed Term to March 2026 (extension), subject to funding

Job Description:

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? A leading specialist provider is seeking a dedicated Children & Young People Domestic Abuse Support Worker to join their dynamic team in Caerphilly. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the safety and well-being of children and young people by tackling domestic abuse, unhealthy relationships, and gender-based violence head-on.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging domestic abuse awareness-raising sessions to children and young people across schools, youth groups, Pupil Referral Units, and other community settings.
• Educate on Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse, and Sexual Violence (VAWDASV), promoting healthy relationship values, consent, and respectful communication.
• Facilitate group work activities to help CYP understand the dynamics of healthy vs. unhealthy relationships, develop coping strategies, and build resilience.
• Provide trauma-informed, one-to-one support and risk assessments when abuse disclosures occur, creating personalised safety and support plans.
• Collaborate with multi-agency professionals to ensure young people receive targeted, appropriate support.
• Champion youth-led initiatives by identifying and supporting “Youth VAWDASV Ambassadors,” empowering CYP to promote respect, kindness, and peer support.
• Develop youth-friendly resources and facilitate forums that encourage young people to challenge harmful social norms and stereotypes.
• Maintain high professional standards aligned with safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring confidentiality and a safe environment for CYP.
• Contribute to team activities, attend training sessions, and participate in multi-agency meetings to stay informed and develop skills.
• Complete administrative tasks such as referrals, risk assessments, and accurate record-keeping.
• Provide flexible support, including occasional evenings, weekends, and participation in a rota for out-of-hours support services.

Your Experience & Skills:

• Experience working with children and young people affected by or at risk of domestic abuse, including emerging abusive behaviours.
• Knowledge of adverse childhood experiences and their impact on youth.
• Understanding of VAWDASV issues within families and communities.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and manage safeguarding procedures effectively.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and support CYP from diverse backgrounds.
• Skilled in facilitating group work, managing challenging behaviours, and working within educational or supported accommodation settings.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently, organise workload, and prioritise effectively under pressure.
• A full driving license and access to a vehicle are essential.
• Commitment to safeguarding policies, confidentiality, and GDPR.

Desirable:

• Qualifications or experience as an IDVA, ISVA, CHIDVA, or in related group work facilitation (e.g., Freedom Programme, STAR).
• Welsh language skills.
• Experience liaising with statutory, voluntary, and community agencies.
• Knowledge of managing situations that may lead to violence or aggression.

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

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