Domestic violence support worker

Domestic Violence Support worker * Housing provider in Supported Living * £17.39 Umbrella * Shropshire * 28 hours per week Are you passionate about helping others? Client snapshot: An excellent opportunity has been made available by my client, an established housing provider in the UK. My client has a large portfolio of supported living projects and offers generic housing management and supported housing services. Vacancy Brief: * The vacancy is that of a Domestic Violence Support worker; this is initially a five-month interim contract. * This is a part-time vacancy; 28 hours a week. * Working pattern is Tuesday – Friday 9am – 5pm. * Pay rate for this role is £13.50 per hour on PAYE OR £17.39 Umbrella. * The vacancy will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check covering child and adult workforce. * Candidate will need a full UK driver’s license and access to a vehicle. * Based on site, in Shrewsbury SY2 * Supporting victims of domestic abuse and those experiencing risk of homelessness. * This role is open to Women Only - under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 Role Overview: As a Domestic Violence Support worker, you will provide emotional and practical support to individuals affected by domestic abuse, helping them move towards safety and independence. Key Responsibilities: * Carry out risk assessments and develop safety plans, referring high-risk cases to MARAC where appropriate. * Provide emotional and practical support, including guidance through civil and criminal court processes and help with welfare rights. * Support clients in their transition and resettlement from temporary accommodation into safe, independent living—whether through housing associations or private rentals with rent deposit schemes. * Where needed, assist with moves to alternative refuges. * Offer information on emergency accommodation, legal options, benefits, and housing support. * Deliver or facilitate educational and evidence-based programmes designed to empower survivors. Domestic Abuse Support Worker – Domestic Violence Support Officer – Housing Support worker – Scheme Manager – Scheme Officer – Support Worker – Night Support Worker – Senior Residential Support Worker – Healthcare Assistant – Housing – Wake Night – Income Management – Tenancy Sustainment – Tenancy officer – Homelessness – Support Officer – YMCA – Homeless – DV Support Worker – DA Support Worker – Domestic Abuse – Domestic Violence – IDVA – Young People - Supported Living – Substance misuse – Shrewsbury – Shropshire – Housing Management – Tenancy Management – Charity – Housing Association – Local Authority – Vacancy – Housing Jobs – Housing Vacancies