Swansea Women’s Aid offers dynamic, innovative services to women and children experiencing violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence (VAWDASV).
Swansea Women’s Aid offers dynamic, innovative services to women and children experiencing violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence (VAWDASV).
Community VAWDASV Specialist (adults)
Hours: 35
Salary: £23,208.99
Location: Swansea
The post is funded until 31st March 2026 with a view to extending, subject to funding.
Key responsibilities of the role:
1. To support development and delivery of the Domestic Abuse Information, Support and Empowerment (DAISE) Family Support project, responding to the emotional and practical needs of women and children accessing SWA projects, working within the SWA framework.
2. To assist and facilitate women using the service to make informed decisions and positive changes to their lives, to minimise risk of homelessness and enhance their future.
3. To use the self-help principle to encourage independence and empower the service user to succeed on all levels.
All SWA Workers are expected to participate in the 24-hour on call provision on a rota basis
Under the Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1, this is a woman only post
Click here to visit the SWA website for more information and to apply
Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 2nd September 2025.
Interview date: 8th September 2025
Start date: ASAP
Published: 19th August, 2025
Author: Clare Pilborough
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