Male Domestic Violence Support Worker
Location: Gwent (Newport, Caerphilly and surrounding areas)
Full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary: £24,222 per annum
On-call rota participation required
Permanent position - initial funding until March 2027
Make a Real Difference Every Day
We believe every child and young person deserves to feel safe, valued, and free from harm. We are looking for a Children & Young People Domestic Abuse Specialist Worker to join our team in Gwent- someone who shares our passion for helping families rebuild resilience and create positive futures.
This is a unique opportunity to combine one-to-one support, group work, and family engagement to ensure children and young people (CYP) affected by domestic abuse feel listened to, supported, and empowered.
What You'll Be Doing
* Providing 121 and specialist group support for children and young people.
* Delivering group sessions such as Kidz Club and the Recovery Toolkit.
* Helping young people explore and understand the impact of domestic abuse, while building their self-esteem, resilience, and wellbeing.
* Supporting parents to strengthen family relationships and sustain positive change.
* Working closely with schools, health services, and social services to create holistic support plans.
* Being part of the tier 1 on-call rota, offering advice and support to colleagues and families out of hours when needed.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
* Experienced in working with children and young people, particularly those who have experienced trauma or domestic abuse.
* Skilled at building trust, engaging families, and using creative approaches to connect with CYP across different ages.
* Confident in working in partnership with parents/carers and professionals to build safe, supportive environments.
* Knowledgeable about safeguarding, risk assessments, and the impact of abuse on children and families.
* Flexible, resilient, and committed to making a lasting difference.
What We Offer
* A supportive, values-driven team environment.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.
* The chance to play a vital role in helping children and families live free from abuse.
* Flexibility to ensure you can balance work and life while meeting the needs of families.
Requirements
* At least 1 year of relevant experience (domestic abuse support, youth work, family work, or similar).
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
* Willingness to work flexibly and participate in the on‑call rota.
* Comfortable in facilitating and leading on group work with young people.
* Able to manage a caseload of young people and complete 121 sessions.
Please note: This role is open to Male applicants only - due to the sensitive nature of the work - Exempt under the equalities act.
If you’re passionate about making a difference to children and young people affected by domestic abuse - we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and help us create a future where every child feels safe, supported, and free to thrive.
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