Female Outreach Worker (Domestic Abuse)

Position: Female Outreach Worker (Domestic Abuse)

Salary: £25,039 - £29,458 per annum pro rata + 5% benefits package and workplace pension

Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week, 12 month fixed term contract with possibility of extension subject to funding.

South West Surrey Domestic Abuse Service (SWSDAS) is looking for two Female Outreach Workers to support survivors of domestic abuse across Waverley and Guildford Boroughs. You will have experience of helping those who have been affected by abuse or other trauma, and will use your brilliant communication and listening skills to provide emotional and practical help to our adult clients.

You will use your compassion and professionalism to deliver a service that ensures survivor safety and enables them to feel empowered, improve the quality of their lives and develop and grow in self-esteem and confidence. The role includes providing advice, advocacy, safeguarding and liaison with other professionals including Police, Social Services and Local Government.

SWSDAS is Women’s Aid National Quality Standard Accredited and a member of the Surrey Domestic Abuse Partnership which provides support, advice and advocacy across the county.

You need to be organised and flexible in your approach with a calm and reassuring manner.

You will be working 35 hours a week, Monday to Friday as part of our team of over 20 staff based on the edge of Guildford. You must have a driving licence and have access to a vehicle as some travel across the region, including in rural areas, will be required. This role includes giving 1:1 support and attending meetings in person within the Guildford/Waverley area. A strong commitment to equal opportunities and the potential to understand the needs and expectations of people from different backgrounds is essential. A DBS check will be carried out for the successful applicants.

Why join us?

Benefits package worth 5% of your salary in addition to your annual salary and pension

• 5 weeks plus bank holidays paid annual leave

• Modern, comfortable office with free parking

• Travel expenses (mileage, parking away from the office while on duty)

Comprehensive training

Workplace pension

Investment in your personal development

Wellbeing programme for all

• Individual wellbeing support by an independent professional

*Because of the nature of this post it is only open to female applicants and is exempt under Schedule 9 Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

How to apply

Please apply by submitting a CV and a covering email/letter outlining why you want to join our team to hello@swsda.org.uk Applications will be considered as soon as they come in and interviews held accordingly.