Domestic Violence Support Worker

Job description

About the role
We are currently recruiting for a Support Worker to join our Specialist Support Team, in the Wiltshire Domestic Abuse Service, providing support to people living in our safe accommodation.
You will work with customers to agree a support plan that meets their immediate safety needs and starts the process of recovery, linking them to other specialist support services where required. You will work in a trauma informed way and ideally have a background in supporting people with complex needs.
You will work effectively with the wider staff team and other professionals, making referrals to statutory and specialist agencies.
This post is open to Female applicants, due to the specific requirements of this role, this post is exempt under the Equality Act (2010), Part 1, Schedule 9 (Genuine Occupational Requirement). We are striving to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and all employees are expected to actively support Equal Opportunities Policies.
About you
It is essential that you have a willing and flexible approach and can work as part of a team or alone.
Experience of working with vulnerable people, particularly with those affected by domestic abuse
Experience of multi-agency working, managing risk and following case management procedures to meet the needs of a diverse client group
You will have knowledge of welfare benefits.
You will ideally have experience of supporting customers with multiple needs.
You will hold a UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Alderton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

23-10-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English