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JOB VACANCY
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.
15 hours per week - £ 27,334 per annum FTE - some out of hours/on call is required
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 obtain an application pack, please download the pack below or email: recruitment@coventryhaven.co.uk
Equality & Diversity Questionnaire (EDI)
Please complete the application form and EDI form, and return via email to: recruitment@coventryhaven.co.uk
Closing date: 12 noon on 20th February 2026
Shortlisting and invitation to interview by: end of 23rd February 2026
Interviews will be held from 2nd March 2026
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). Successful applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before commencing employment.
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Trustee/board members Vacancies
For an informal discussion or more information please contact our Chair of Trustees Thea Raisbeck on: chair@coventryhaven.co.uk
Sept 2025