Specialist Support Worker / Refuge Advocate
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 05 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £25,287 i £27,993 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | + Benefits |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 04 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Birmingham, West Midlands |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | AWD online |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | AWDO-P14487 |
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Specialist Refuge Support Worker
A rewarding opportunity for a compassionate professional with experience supporting vulnerable people. Join a frontline service delivering trauma-informed support, safeguarding, advocacy, risk assessment and case management for victims of modern slavery within residential safehouse accommodation.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Modern Slavery Support Worker, Modern Slavery Advocate, Trafficking Support Advocate, Trafficking Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Victim Support Worker, Safehouse Support Worker, Specialist Advocacy Worker, Advocacy Worker, Specialist Case Worker, Specialist Support Advocate
Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female
This role is known within the organisation as a Modern Slavery Safehouse Advocate
SALARY: £25,287 - £27,993 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Travel required across the West Midlands area
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm (37.5 hours per week)
Please note: Full driving licence with access to a vehicle and willingness to travel across sites is essential
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Specialist Refuge Support Worker who is passionate about supporting vulnerable adults and families affected by exploitation and trafficking.
As a Specialist Refuge Support Worker you will provide trauma-informed support within residential safehouse accommodation, helping clients access specialist services while promoting independence, safety and recovery. The role involves safeguarding, advocacy, risk assessment and support planning.
Working closely with partner organisations and multi-agency professionals, the Specialist Refuge Support Worker will manage a caseload, support clients through the National Referral Mechanism process and help them access health, wellbeing and community services.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Specialist Refuge Support Worker include:
• Provide Client Support: Deliver practical, emotional and advocacy support to victims of modern slavery and human trafficking living in safehouse accommodation
• Risk and Needs Assessment: Carry out safeguarding, risk assessments and develop person-centred support and recovery plans
• Case Management: Manage a caseload, maintain accurate case records and monitor client progress through regular reviews
• Advocacy and Service Access: Support clients through the National Referral Mechanism and help them access health, wellbeing and specialist support services
• Multi-Agency Collaboration: Work closely with partner organisations including safeguarding teams, housing providers and support agencies
• Safehouse Management: Help maintain safehouse standards including health and safety, fire safety and adherence to licence agreements
• Client Wellbeing and Independence: Support residents to build independence, manage shared accommodation and prepare for move-on
• Safeguarding and Incident Management: Respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns, conflicts or incidents within the accommodation
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
• Educated to Level 3 / A Level or equivalent (Level 2 may be considered with strong relevant experience)
• Previous experience supporting vulnerable adults or families in a support, advocacy or social care setting
• Experience undertaking risk assessments, support planning and safeguarding processes
• Ability to build trusting relationships with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Strong communication and advocacy skills when working with partner agencies and professionals
• Ability to manage a caseload and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Competent in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice and person-centred support
• Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female
• Full driving licence with access to a vehicle and willingness to travel across sites
• Eligibility to work in the UK
DESIRABLE
• Experience supporting victims of modern slavery, trafficking, exploitation or domestic abuse
• Knowledge of the National Referral Mechanism and systems supporting victims of trafficking
BENEFITS
• Mileage allowance
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to group clinical supervision with a BACP trained counsellor
• 25 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays. Opportunities for this to be extended after 3 years of service
• 1 wellbeing day (pro rata)
• Annual leave ‘buy back’ scheme for those who want to purchase additional annual leave days
• Bi-annual staff away days
• Regular internal newsletter created by staff
• Time off in lieu (TOIL) when overtime is required
• 5% employer contribution to pension
This role requires a DBS check
APPLY TODAY…
By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P14487
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A rewarding opportunity for a compassionate professional with experience supporting vulnerable people. Join a frontline service delivering trauma-informed support, safeguarding, advocacy, risk assessment and case management for victims of modern slavery within residential safehouse accommodation.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Modern Slavery Support Worker, Modern Slavery Advocate, Trafficking Support Advocate, Trafficking Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Victim Support Worker, Safehouse Support Worker, Specialist Advocacy Worker, Advocacy Worker, Specialist Case Worker, Specialist Support Advocate
Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female
This role is known within the organisation as a Modern Slavery Safehouse Advocate
SALARY: £25,287 - £27,993 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Travel required across the West Midlands area
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm (37.5 hours per week)
Please note: Full driving licence with access to a vehicle and willingness to travel across sites is essential
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Specialist Refuge Support Worker who is passionate about supporting vulnerable adults and families affected by exploitation and trafficking.
As a Specialist Refuge Support Worker you will provide trauma-informed support within residential safehouse accommodation, helping clients access specialist services while promoting independence, safety and recovery. The role involves safeguarding, advocacy, risk assessment and support planning.
Working closely with partner organisations and multi-agency professionals, the Specialist Refuge Support Worker will manage a caseload, support clients through the National Referral Mechanism process and help them access health, wellbeing and community services.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Specialist Refuge Support Worker include:
• Provide Client Support: Deliver practical, emotional and advocacy support to victims of modern slavery and human trafficking living in safehouse accommodation
• Risk and Needs Assessment: Carry out safeguarding, risk assessments and develop person-centred support and recovery plans
• Case Management: Manage a caseload, maintain accurate case records and monitor client progress through regular reviews
• Advocacy and Service Access: Support clients through the National Referral Mechanism and help them access health, wellbeing and specialist support services
• Multi-Agency Collaboration: Work closely with partner organisations including safeguarding teams, housing providers and support agencies
• Safehouse Management: Help maintain safehouse standards including health and safety, fire safety and adherence to licence agreements
• Client Wellbeing and Independence: Support residents to build independence, manage shared accommodation and prepare for move-on
• Safeguarding and Incident Management: Respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns, conflicts or incidents within the accommodation
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
• Educated to Level 3 / A Level or equivalent (Level 2 may be considered with strong relevant experience)
• Previous experience supporting vulnerable adults or families in a support, advocacy or social care setting
• Experience undertaking risk assessments, support planning and safeguarding processes
• Ability to build trusting relationships with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Strong communication and advocacy skills when working with partner agencies and professionals
• Ability to manage a caseload and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Competent in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice and person-centred support
• Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female
• Full driving licence with access to a vehicle and willingness to travel across sites
• Eligibility to work in the UK
DESIRABLE
• Experience supporting victims of modern slavery, trafficking, exploitation or domestic abuse
• Knowledge of the National Referral Mechanism and systems supporting victims of trafficking
BENEFITS
• Mileage allowance
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to group clinical supervision with a BACP trained counsellor
• 25 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays. Opportunities for this to be extended after 3 years of service
• 1 wellbeing day (pro rata)
• Annual leave ‘buy back’ scheme for those who want to purchase additional annual leave days
• Bi-annual staff away days
• Regular internal newsletter created by staff
• Time off in lieu (TOIL) when overtime is required
• 5% employer contribution to pension
This role requires a DBS check
APPLY TODAY…
By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P14487
Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Birmingham, West Midlands. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.
AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.
awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk
AWD-IN-SPJ