Job Opportunity: Domestic Abuse Family Support Specialist (With Childcare) Women Only (Occupational Requirement)
?? Location: Across sites in Central Northampton & Northamptonshire
?? Hours: 37 hours/week, flexible over 5 days (including evenings & on-call rota)
?? Contract: Permanent
Were looking for a compassionate, driven, and experienced Domestic Abuse Family Support Specialist to join our team supporting women, children, and young people affected by domestic abuse.
Occupational Requirement: This post is open only to women who are recorded female at birth and are not transgender (Schedule 9, Equality Act 2010).
What Youll Do:
Provide holistic support to families impacted by domestic abuse
Deliver person-centred interventions across five key outcome areas: physical survival, safety, belonging, self-worth, and purpose
Work in partnership with internal teams and external agencies
Deliver group work and assist with childcare and childrens activities
Manage a caseload and maintain accurate records
Essential Requirements:
Relevant Level 3 childcare/youth qualification (e.g. NVQ Early Years, NNEB)
Proven experience supporting vulnerable individuals/families with complex needs
Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment, and trauma-informed practice
Excellent communication, crisis management, and record-keeping skills
Flexible, proactive, and team-oriented approach
Full driving licence and access to own transport (or ability to travel effectively across the county)
Willingness to work unsocial hours and be part of an on-call rota
Must be currently living free from violence
What We Offer:
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, empowering environment
Ongoing training and professional development
Collaborative and trauma-informed team culture
Help women and families build safer, more hopeful futures join us. Apply today!
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