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Children & Family Domestic Abuse Worker

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Posting date: 23 June 2025
Salary: £27,711 to £30,559 per year, pro rata
Additional salary information: £13,855.50 for part-time (18.5 hours per week)
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 23 July 2025
Location: Northallerton, North Yorkshire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Independent Domestic Abuse Services
Job type: Permanent
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Summary

At IDAS (Independent Domestic Abuse Services), we are committed to supporting individuals and families impacted by domestic abuse and sexual violence. As the leading specialist charity in Yorkshire, we are looking for dedicated, compassionate, and courageous individuals to join our inclusive and inspiring team. Whether you're seeking a meaningful career or a new challenge, this is your opportunity to contribute to life-changing work in a supportive and flexible environment.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that individuals from all backgrounds bring, and we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

About the Role

In this role, you will:

Provide tailored support to children, young people (aged 10-16), and their families affected by domestic abuse.
Deliver 1:1 and group-based support using trauma-informed approaches to help children and young people build confidence, self-esteem, and healthy relationship skills.
Assess needs and risks, develop safety plans, and coordinate multi-agency support for families.
Support parents and guardians through workshops, peer support groups, and individual sessions to understand the impact of domestic abuse on children.
Act as an advocate for children and families, attending school meetings, case conferences, and other forums.
Develop and deliver community-based programmes and online resources for families, and promote the service locally through engagement with schools, agencies, and community groups.
Support the Young People’s Advisory Board to ensure services reflect the voices and needs of young people.
Champion equality, diversity, and inclusion by ensuring services are accessible and responsive to the needs of all communities, including those who are underrepresented or marginalised.
In return, we offer:

Comprehensive training and development opportunities
Competitive salary: £27,711 - £13,855.50 for part-time
26 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
Contributory pension scheme
Employer-paid health cash plan
Access to national discount schemes

Contract: Permanent
Location: Northallerton
Hours: 18.5 hours per week

Please refer to our website for the full job description and to apply.

Closing date: 09:00 AM on 10/07/25

Interview date: 24/07/25

We look forward to receiving your completed application.

If you have any queries regarding your application, please email: hrandpayroll@idas.org.uk

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