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Refuge Support Worker
Refuge Support Worker
Full time 36 hours per week Monday to Friday £25,750 per annum
Plus occasional emergency on call shifts as part of a rota (additional shift allowance paid)
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Would you like to use your strong communication skills and proactive attitude to empower female survivors of domestic abuse to live a life without fear? We are looking for a capable and calm individual to join our refuge service to be a key worker, responsible for risk assessment and risk management, conducting 1:1 sessions with residents to agree and implement outcomes focussed support plans. You will advocate on behalf of clients and raise awareness of the issues around domestic abuse with other agencies. A professional, flexible and trauma informed approach to this wide-ranging role is essential.
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​​Knowledge of issues relating to domestic abuse along with an understanding of professional boundaries are necessary as is the ability to work well as part of a cohesive team. You must also have good administration and IT skills. A second language would be an advantage, in particular Urdu or Arabic.
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​In return, we can offer the opportunity for you to develop your skills and experience whilst being part of a friendly and supportive team. We provide a contributory pension scheme, 25 days holiday plus Public Holidays and an employee assistance programme.
Applicants must have a full UK driving licence with access to a reliable car that can be used for work purposes and live within a 45 minute driving distance of our offices in Woking. Applications from Global Majority candidates are welcome.
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Your Sanctuary is fully committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and young people and our recruitment practices will reflect this. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a full reference and DBS process before any offer of employment is confirmed. A full job description/person specification is below along with a covering letter detailing how to apply.
​​Closing date: Friday 16th August 2024 but the post may be filled before this date as applications will be considered upon receipt.
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​*Because of the nature of this post it is only open to female applicants and is exempt under Schedule 9 Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010
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No agencies please.