Do you want to be part of a dynamic team who work to promote the safety and well-being of women, children and young people affected by domestic violence and abuse?
We are looking to recruit the following post:
Children & Family Support Worker - Refuge Based
who will have responsibility for the development and delivery of a front-line service offering support, advice, guidance to women and their children living in the refuges.
£ 27,334 per annum FTE - some out of hours/on call is required
30 hours per week
25 days leave + Bank Holidays - (pro-rata) Benefits include ongoing training and development, an Employee Assistance Programme and Pension Contribution
For more information about the role please see the Job Description Form in this pack. To apply for the position please complete the application pack. Please note, CVs will not be accepted.
Due to the nature of the role, a full driving licence and access to a vehicle are preferred.
In order for us to monitor the effectiveness of our recruitment strategy we would also appreciate if you would complete our Equality and Diversity questionnaire. This will not affect your application.
To download the application pack, please see below:
Children & Family Worker Advert
Children & Family Worker Job Description Form
Children & Family Worker 30 hr Application Form
Please complete and return via email: recruitment@coventryhaven.co.uk
Closing date: 12 noon on 10th October 2025
Shortlisting and invitation to interview by: end of 13th October 2025
Interviews will be held from 20th October 2025
Successful applicant to start: ASAP
On appointment eligible staff will be expected to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure and provide references. We positively encourage applications from the Black and Minority Ethnic communities. We would also welcome those with additional language skills. We essentially request applications from women who hold a Children and/ or Young Peoples qualification. e.g NVQ, NNEB, Social Care Degree.
This post is applicable to women only. The role is covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (schedule9: Equality Act 2010).