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Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so you are advised to apply early: we reserve the right to close the role early if we find a suitable candidate.

Please note: this post is restricted to women under schedule 9, Part 1, Equalities Act 2010.

OVERVIEW

Rising Sun Domestic Violence and Abuse Service (Rising Sun) is an independent charity in Kent working to prevent domestic abuse and improve the lives of survivors and their children suffering from its effects. We have an ambitious vision for a world in which women and children live free from actual or threatened domestic abuse and all forms of violence.

Our team provide a range of services to adults and children who’ve experienced domestic abuse. We understand the impact of domestic abuse on survivors, so we listen to individual needs and respond in a trauma informed way. We provide one-to-one support and deliver therapeutically informed group programmes to help survivors to recognise healthy/unhealthy behaviours in relationships and to understand the impact of domestic abuse. Bringing survivors together validates experiences and enables them to draw strength from one another.

We are looking for a creative and proactive individual who has experience of supporting survivors of domestic abuse. Working with survivors of domestic abuse as an outreach worker, you will play a crucial role in advocacy, risk assessment, safety planning and empowerment.

As part of our passionate and committed team of approximately 50 staff, our aspiration is that you will thrive and develop in this varied role. You will be contributing to the invaluable work of the Rising Sun and making a lasting difference to the lives of those who are impacted by domestic abuse.

JOB PURPOSE

• To provide practical and emotional support to survivors of domestic abuse, including crisis intervention, risk assessment and safety planning.
• To develop individual support plans, which address the risk of harm and offer information, advocacy, advice and signposting to survivors, underpinned by individual risk and need.
• To empower survivors, thereby increasing self- esteem, reducing isolation and helping survivors to keep safe.
• To provide survivors with information relating to their rights and ensuring survivors are empowered to make decisions based on their options.
• To work in collaboration with the adult team and wider Rising Sun team to support other programmes delivered within the organisation.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Service delivery

• Work as part of a team providing high quality support, advice, advocacy and information to survivors of domestic abuse.
• Manage a caseload in accordance with organisational policies and procedures and adhere to confidentiality.
• Work in a needs led way with a specific focus on a trauma informed approach, which recognises domestic abuse and its impact.
• Work holistically with survivors, recognising individual needs, and help survivors to recognise and build on their strengths and abilities to build self-esteem and resilience.
• Offer support face to face or remotely, via phone or video call, depending on the needs of the survivor and current guidance around social distancing.
• Attend regular supervision and appraisals with line-manager.
• Work effectively in partnership with other agencies and refer on appropriately, dependant on need and risk. This may include referral to specialist agencies, to other specialist DVA services or other external processes (for example MARAC).
• Assess risk to individuals on a regular basis using the DASH risk indicator checklist.
• Work with survivors to develop tailored support plans with a focus on reducing the risk of harm, increasing their personal safety (and that of any children) and responding to their individual needs.
• Support survivors to be able to identify and manage the risks to themselves and their children
• Provide information to survivors in relation to their options, including guidance in relation to their housing, legal and welfare rights and advocate on their behalf as required.
• Encourage service users’ participation in service development, continuous improvement and feedback exercised.
• Represent the Rising Sun at relevant community meetings and forums.
• Support Rising Sun’s community services including our One Stop Shop drop in service and group programmes.
• Maintain up to date and accurate records and ensure, reports and evaluations are completed as required.
• Work as part of a team, supporting colleagues and building positive working-relationships with team members.
• Contribute to wider team meetings and discussions to share learning and feed into organisational developments.
• Be willing and available to work some evenings and weekends as required to support wider team activities such as representing Rising Sun at events (time off in lieu can be taken by arrangement with your line manager).

General

• At all times work professionally and to a high standard, setting an example to the wider team and external partners.
• A good knowledge and understanding of using IT programmes such as Word and Excel.
• Complete administrative tasks and ensure paperwork and evaluations are kept up to date.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continued professional development, being responsible for personal learning and keeping up to date on research, relevant legislation, policy and practice, and other literature relevant to the role.
• At all times protect the safety and security of the Rising Sun, service users, staff, volunteers and buildings, and the confidentiality of records and other information.
• Uphold the rights of women, children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse, and proactively assess the gender specific, trauma informed needs and the safety of children and women to ensure that any risks/needs identified are addressed, having full regard to Rising Sun Safeguarding Children policy and Safeguarding Adults policy.
• Be proactive and solution focussed while paying attention to detail.
• Participate in supervision, training and meetings as required.
• Ensure the effective implementation of Rising Sun’s policies and procedures and uphold the core values of the Rising Sun.
• Work across teams and undertake such other duties, appropriate to the grade and nature of the work, as may reasonably be expected.

This job description sets out the duties of the post at the time when it was drawn up and will be reviewed from time to time. Duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot of themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

Knowledge and Qualifications

• An accredited VAWG/domestic abuse qualification, e.g. IDVA / DAPA (Desirable).
• Good understanding of the impact of domestic violence and trauma on survivors, children and young people, families and communities.
• Knowledge of issues affecting survivors, and an understanding of the barriers they may face in accessing support.
• Thorough knowledge of safeguarding practice, procedures and legislation.
• Good understanding of the operation of the agencies working together to support survivors such as social services, police etc.

Experience

• Experience of working with survivors affected by domestic and sexual abuse.
• Experience of managing own case load, working under pressure and prioritising workload.
• Experience of risk assessment and management, and safety planning.
• Experience of multi-agency partnership work.
• Experience of facilitating group programmes. (Desirable)
• Experience of working for a charity or not for profit organisation. (Desirable)

Skills

• Excellent listening, written and verbal communication skills.
• Non-judgemental and non-directive approach to empowering survivors along with the ability to understand the individual needs of clients.
• Effective crisis management, negotiation, advocacy and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well within a team and responsibly on own initiative.
• Good task management skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure and to deadlines.
• Good data collection, monitoring and IT skills, including word processing and using databases and Excel spreadsheets.

General

• Able to work co-operatively with colleagues, statutory and non-statutory agencies.
• Able to set clear boundaries and a willingness to accept line management and make effective use of clinical supervision.
• A good understanding of the importance of confidentiality, safe practice and health and safety procedures.
• A good understanding of cultural issues, and commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.
• A firm commitment to women, children’s and young people’s rights and to work within Rising Sun framework and its core values.
• Able to travel independently across East Kent to meet survivors and attend meetings.
  Willingness to carry out the policies and procedures of the Rising Sun and to work to agreed guidelines and codes of conduct.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

To apply for the role please download the job pack from our website https://www.risingsunkent.com/about-us/join-the-team and return to us at recruitment@risingsunkent.com by 7th April 2025.

We will be screening applications and inviting suitable candidates to interview on a rolling basis so we advise applying early to avoid disappointment.

Contact Details

For further information visit our website, and if you have any questions about your application or wish to discuss the role further please contact Nicky Burns: Nicky@risingsunkent.com, or Emma Threadingham: Emma19@risingsunkent.com – or if you prefer to arrange a call please contact the office on 01227 452852.

We request no contact from agencies or media sales.

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Stockport Without Abuse (SWA) is a grassroots charity committed to supporting our vision of everyone having a right to live in safety, and to have a future without fear of domestic abuse. We work directly with women, men and children who have experienced or are at risk of domestic abuse.

Main purpose of the post: 

As the Children and Young People’s (CYP) Refuge Worker, you will deliver one-to-one support sessions including work/play activities to children and young people residing in the refuge aged 0-16, who have been affected by domestic abuse, and small group sessions to these children and young people to support socialisation skills and integration into a new living environment. You will develop and deliver programmes of age appropriate flexible support to children and young people, which supports their needs and enhances their experiences through play and meaningful engagement.

You will also support families to transition to a new living environment and promote effective parenting skills and promote and build working links and relationships with other child and family focused agencies in the locality and wider community, particularly health visitors, maternity team and safeguarding services.

Why work with us?

Our benefits include a 4% pay increase upon successful completion of your 6-month probationary period, 24 days per annum plus all public bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff), your birthday off every year, regular clinical supervision with an external provider, and 3% employer contributory pension.

Applications only – we do not accept CV’s. Please read the guidance in your application pack.

The job description, person specification and application forms are available to download at stockportwithoutabuse/get-involved. Once complete, please send your application and other requested forms to: recruitment@stockportwithoutabuse.org.uk

Closing date for applications is 9am Monday 6th January 2025*

Interviews will be held Wednesday 22nd January 2025

*Please note that we will review applications as they are received and may close the job vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found, so we encourage you to submit your application at your earliest opportunity before the closing deadline.

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Hours:  22.5 hours a week (hours and days TBC)
Salary:  £23,400 – £25,192 pa FTE, pro-rated to £14,040 – £15,115 for part time hours
Contract:  1 year fixed term, with the potential for extension
Closing date:  Monday 2nd December 2024

Benefits

We value our team’s wellbeing, and in order to support it, we offer a number of benefits, including:

• 25 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays (pro-rated for part time hours)
• A bonus day of leave for your birthday
• 3% matched pension contribution
• Access to Rising Sun’s counselling service
• Clinical supervision
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health care cash plan for you and your children for a number of health treatments (e.g. dental, optical, physiotherapy etc.) as well as discounts in shops and attractions
• Up to four weeks sick pay in any 12 month period (eligible after probation period)

Overview:
Rising Sun Domestic Violence and Abuse Service (Rising Sun) is an independent charity in Kent working to prevent domestic abuse and improve the lives of survivors and their children suffering from its effects. We have an ambitious vision for a world in which women and children live free from actual or threatened domestic abuse and all forms of violence.

Our team provide a range of services to adults and children who’ve experienced domestic abuse. We understand the impact of domestic abuse on survivors and so we listen to individual needs and respond in a trauma informed way. We provide one-to-one support and also deliver therapeutically informed group programmes to help survivors to recognise healthy/unhealthy behaviours in relationships and to understand the impact of domestic abuse. Bringing survivors together validates experiences and enables them to draw strength from one another.

As part of our passionate and committed team of approximately 50 staff, our aspiration is that you will thrive and develop in this varied role. You will be contributing to the invaluable work of the Rising Sun and making a lasting difference to the lives of those who are impacted by domestic abuse.

Job purpose:

Liberty House provides housing and support for up to 5 homeless young women aged 16-24 who are single, pregnant or have a young child and have experienced domestic abuse.

The support worker will be required to take on key-working responsibilities for the residents at Liberty House, as well as delivering other support work within the house and within the wider Liberty team. This could be related to pregnancy and parenting, life skills, psychoeducational support, understanding healthy relationships and building supportive peer relationships within the home, and supporting them to live independently.

The post holder will work to provide a secure, stable and homely environment and to act as a positive role model to residents. They will build professional and supportive relationships with residents and colleagues.

The project works to empower residents, providing them with information relating to their rights and enabling them to make decisions based on their options using a trauma informed approach.

As a member of the Liberty Team (16 – 24 year olds), the successful applicant will work collaboratively with the rest of the Children and Young People’s team, as well as the wider Rising Sun team to support other programmes delivered within the organisation.

Main duties and responsibilities: 

Service Delivery

• Provide holistic, trauma informed, practical and emotional support to residents of Liberty House through regular 1-2-1 sessions. Develop individual support plans, which address any practical and emotional needs the resident may have, such as accessing benefits, life skills and perform risk assessments where needed.
• Organise and deliver group sessions that focus on life skills and strengthening relationships.
• Encourage the residents in positive parenting.
• Manage relationships within the house, act as a conciliator, arbitrator and reconciler in disputes between residents.
• Ensure residents adhere to house rules.
• Assist with the day to day general running of the house and office, to ensure they are fit for purpose and safe for team members and residents.
• Conduct safety checks around the house. Ensure all faults/repairs are reported and that the Health and Safety Policy is adhered to at all times.
• Comply with organisational policies and procedures and adhere to confidentiality.
• Work effectively in partnership with other agencies.
• Work within our ethos of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at all times and instil these values in all areas of work, with service users, staff and external stakeholders.
• Encourage residents’ participation in service development, continuous improvement and feedback exercises
• Maintain up to date and accurate records and ensure reports and evaluations are completed as required.
• Be willing and available to work some evenings and weekends as required, as part of a rota for Liberty House team members, and also occasionally to support wider team activities such as representing Rising Sun at events (time off in lieu can be taken by arrangement with your line manager).
• Represent Rising Sun at multi-agency meetings as required.

General

• Demonstrate a commitment to continued professional development, being responsible for personal learning and keeping up to date on research, relevant legislation, policy and practice, and other literature relevant to the role.
• Uphold the rights of women, children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse, and proactively assess the gender specific, trauma informed needs and the safety of children and women to ensure that any risks/needs identified are addressed, having full regard to Rising Sun Safeguarding Children policy and Safeguarding Adults policy.
• Lone working as required.
• Participate in clinical supervision, training and meetings as required.
• Work across teams and undertake such other duties, appropriate to the grade and nature of the work, as may reasonably be expected.

This job description sets out the duties of the post at the time when it was drawn up and will be reviewed from time to time. Duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot of themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.

Person specification

Knowledge and qualifications

• Good understanding of antenatal and postnatal care.
• Good understanding of effective parenting, particularly for parents of young babies.
• Good understanding of the impact of domestic violence and trauma on survivors, children and young people, families and communities.
• Knowledge of issues affecting survivors, and an understanding of the barriers they may face in accessing support.
• Thorough knowledge of safeguarding practice, procedures and legislation.
• Good understanding of the operation of the agencies working together to support survivors and their children such as social services, housing, police etc.

Experience

• Experience of working with young children and/or babies and their mothers
• Experience of supporting women with life skills/developing confidence
• Experience of multi-agency partnership work
• Experience of working alongside volunteers (Desirable)
• Experience of working with survivors affected by domestic and/ or sexual abuse (Desirable)
• Experience of facilitating group programmes (Desirable)
• Experience of working for a charity or not for profit organisation. (Desirable)

Skills

• Excellent listening, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to form positive relationships with residents from a wide range of backgrounds and life experiences in order to build professional and supportive relationships
• Ability to work closely with young parents and their babies
• Ability to help residents in the creative use of leisure time with a view to building relationships and social skills
• Non-judgemental and non-directive approach to empowering survivors along with the ability to understand the individual needs of clients.
• Ability to manage conflict and to promote resolution.
• Ability to work well with colleagues, statutory and non-statutory agencies and responsibly on own initiative.
• Good task management skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure and to deadlines.
• Good data collection, monitoring and IT skills, including word processing and using databases and Excel spreadsheets.

General

• Able to set clear boundaries and a willingness to accept line management and make effective use of clinical supervision.
• A good understanding and commitment to confidentiality, safe practice and health and safety procedures.
• A good understanding of cultural issues, and commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.
• Able to travel independently across East Kent where necessary to attend meetings.
• Willingness to carry out the policies and procedures of the Rising Sun and to work within its framework and core values.

How to apply

You can download the Job Information Pack on our website for the full job description, person specification and application form.

Please return your completed application form to claire@risingsunkent.com by the end of Monday 2nd December 2024.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so you are advised to apply early: we reserve the right to close the role before this date.

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Contract:  Fixed term for 12 months, with the possibility of extension

Hours:  4 days Part Time (30 hours a week)

Salary:  £24,258 – £29,310 pa pro rata, depending on experience

Probation Period:  6 months

Closing date: Please complete the application form at the end of this document and return to claire@risingsunkent.com by Monday 14th October 2024

Interviews to be held:  21st October (please tell us when you apply if you can’t make this date)

Start date:  16th December (flexible)

Other info:  This post is restricted to women under schedule 9, Part 1, Equalities Act 2010.

Benefits

We offer a number of benefits to team members including:

·         25 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays (pro rata)

·         A bonus day of leave for your birthday

·         3% matched pension contribution

·         Access to Rising Sun’s counselling service

·         Employee Assistance Programme

·         Health care cash plan for you and your children for a number of health treatments (e.g. dental, optical, physiotherapy etc.) as well as discounts in shops and attractions

·         Up to four weeks sick pay in any 12 month period (eligible after probation period)

Rising Sun Domestic Violence and Abuse Service (Rising Sun) is an independent charity in Kent working to prevent domestic abuse and improve the lives of survivors and their children suffering from its effects. We have an ambitious vision for a world in which women and children live free from actual or threatened domestic abuse and all forms of violence.

Our team provide a range of services to adults and children who’ve experienced domestic abuse. We understand the impact of domestic abuse on survivors and so we listen to individual needs and respond in a trauma informed way. We provide one-to-one support and also deliver therapeutically informed group programmes to help survivors to recognise healthy/unhealthy behaviours in relationships and to understand the impact of domestic abuse. Bringing survivors together validates experiences and enables them to draw strength from one another.

We are looking for a creative and proactive individual who is experienced in working with children and young girls and building trust in the relationships. As a Children and Young People’s Mentor, you will play a crucial role in supporting young people who are dealing with the trauma of witnessing or experiencing domestic abuse.

As part of our passionate and committed team of approximately 50 staff, our aspiration is that you will thrive and develop in this varied role. You will be contributing to the invaluable work of the Rising Sun and making a lasting difference to the lives of those who are impacted by domestic abuse.

JOB PURPOSE
The Children and Young People’s Mentor will work within the CYP team to deliver services relating to children and young people affected by Domestic violence and Abuse.
They will hold a caseload for direct 1-1 work with young people/ girls and deliver a programme of groups in schools to adolescent girls. Responsibilities will include recording of data, reporting and completing evaluations.
They will be expected to promote the work of the Rising Sun and take a share of responsibility in delivering or assisting with promotional work within the organisation.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Service delivery

·           Work 1-1 with young people (aged 11 to 15 years) affected by Domestic violence and Abuse

·           Build positive working relationships with local schools to deliver this programme

·           Hold own caseload and respond in a way that understands the needs of the young people the Rising Sun supports

·           Work in a mentoring capacity with children and adolescents with a specific focus on domestic abuse and its impact

·           Recognise the impact of domestic abuse on young people and families; showing empathy and understanding in working with these families and developing the capacity to adopt a trauma informed approach to the work

·           Support and facilitate groups in schools and in the community focusing on healthy relationships, spotting red flags etc

·           Work flexibly with young people and meet with them in a variety of settings such as schools, colleges and community centres, depending on their needs

·           Work creatively and flexibly to help support a vulnerable and at times challenging client group.

·           Build relationships with partner agencies such as social care, early help, schools, police and health services

·           Attend meetings on behalf of the Rising Sun where necessary, promote multi-agency working and build positive working relationships with external agencies at all times

·           Work as part of a team, supporting colleagues and building positive working-relationships with team members

·           Availability to work some evenings and weekends as required

·           The ability to manage time well and prioritise tasks depending on day-to-day events

General

·           At all times work professionally and to a high standard, setting an example to the wider team and external partners

·           A good knowledge and understanding of using IT programmes such as Word and Excel

·           Complete administrative tasks as required and ensure that paperwork and evaluations are kept up to date

·           Demonstrate a commitment to continued professional development, being responsible for personal learning and keeping up to date on research, relevant legislation, policy and practice, and other literature relevant to the role

·           At all times protect the safety and security of the Rising Sun, service users, staff, volunteers and buildings, and the confidentiality of records and other information

·           Uphold the rights of women, children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse, and proactively assess the gender specific, trauma informed needs and the safety of children and women to ensure that any risks/needs identified are addressed, having full regard to Rising Sun Safeguarding Children policy and Safeguarding Adults policy

·           Be proactive and solution focussed while paying attention to detail

·           Participate in supervision, training and meetings as required

·           Ensure the effective implementation of Rising Sun’s policies and procedures and uphold the core values of the Rising Sun

·           Work across teams and undertake such other duties, appropriate to the grade and nature of the work, as may reasonably be expected

This job description sets out the duties of the post at the time when it was drawn up and will be reviewed from time to time. Duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot of themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.

PERSON SPECIFICATION 
Knowledge and Qualifications

·         A relevant qualification in working with children and young people (Desirable)

·         A thorough understanding of violence against women and girls with a particular focus on domestic abuse (coercive control, sexual violence, so-called ‘honour- based violence’, forced marriage and FGM)

·         Experience of working with young girls and adolescent females with focus around understanding emotions, shame and gender identity (Desirable)

·         Excellent understanding of the impact of domestic violence on children and young people, families and communities

·         Thorough knowledge of safeguarding practice, procedures and legislation

·         Good understanding of the operation of the agencies working together to support survivors such as social services, police, MARAC etc (Desirable)

Experience

·         Relevant experience of working 1 to 1 with young people

·         Experience of facilitating groups with young people (Desirable)

·         Experience of advocating for the rights of survivors to access safety and freedom alongside partner agencies to facilitate this

·         Experience of assessing needs, safety and support planning, considering accessibility needs

·         Proven track record of building and maintaining networks and working with partner agencies and other stakeholders to develop and deliver services (Desirable)

Skills

·         Excellent listening and communication skills with a wide range of people of all ages and backgrounds

·         The ability to work well within a team and responsibly on own initiative and of maintaining confidentiality

·         A flexible, proactive approach and a good ability to prioritise work

·         Good project and time management skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure and to deadlines

·         Good data collection, monitoring and IT skills, including word processing and using databases and spreadsheets

General

·         Work co-operatively with colleagues, statutory and non-statutory agencies

·         Clear boundaries and a willingness to accept line management and make effective use of supervision

·         A good understanding of the importance of confidentiality, safe practice and health and safety procedures

·         A good understanding of cultural issues, anti-discriminatory practice and equal Opportunities

·         A firm commitment to women, children’s and young people’s rights and to work within Rising Sun framework and its core values

·         Willingness to carry out the policies and procedures of the Rising Sun and to work to agreed guidelines and codes of conduct

For further information visit our website at www.risingsunkent.com and if you have any questions about your application or wish to discuss the role further please contact Amy (CYP Service Manager) at amye@risingsunkent.com or 01227 452852.

How to apply

Please download the Job Information Pack on our website for the full job description, person specification and application form.

Please return the application form to claire@risingsunkent.com by Monday 14th October 2024.

We may screen applications and invite suitable candidates to interview on a rolling basis, and reserve the right to close recruitment before the above date, so we advise applying early to avoid disappointment.

We request no contact from agencies or media sales please.

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Application Deadline: 02 August 2023

Interview Date: 10th August 2023

Job Summary

Location: Hybrid – (home and Solace’s accommodation services)

Salary: £28,187 – £30,750 per annum, pro-rated to £16,912.20 – £18,450 based on working 22.5 hours per week (Please note, successful candidates are usually appointed at bottom of relevant band)

Hours: Flexible – up to 22.5 per week

Contract: Fixed term until 31st May 2024

Closing date: 2^nd August 2023 at midday

Interview date: 10^th August 2023

Are you looking for a rewarding role working for an intersectional feminist organisation? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our team as Children & Young People’s Therapist at Solace Women’s Aid.

We exist to end the harm done through gender-based violence. Our aim is to work to prevent violence and abuse, as well as providing services to meet the individual needs of survivors, particularly women and children. Our work is holistic and empowering, working alongside survivors to achieve independent lives, free from abuse.

Our core values reflect our history and were developed in consultation with staff and service users. Feminism and intersectionality are key to our work and we are committed to the principles of being survivor-led, trauma-informed, empowering, diverse, anti-racist and anti-discriminatory.

About the Service

Solace’s counselling service provides therapeutic support to women and children residing in Solace’s London-based refuges. We are looking for a Children and Young People’s Therapist to join our team.

About the Role

The CYP Refuge Therapists deliver one-to-one therapy to children and young people residing in Solace’s refuges. The candidate will be responsible for delivery of a therapeutic service to children and young people 2-18 and will also offer parent sessions. They will be ensuring high quality, effective and safe service provision in accordance with contract specifications.

About You

We are looking for a candidate with post qualification experience of working with children and young people who have experienced or witnessed trauma and abuse. They will be reporting to Counselling Coordinator and Counselling Service Manager. They will attend regular supervision, use administrative systems including outcome measures and contribute to the funder reports.

The applicant should be a qualified counsellor, with specialist knowledge and experience of working with children and young people e.g., a Play Therapist, Art Therapist or Drama Therapist, registered with the relevant accrediting bodies e.g., the British Association of Art Therapists; British Association of Drama Therapists; BACP; UKCP; HCPC or equivalent.

We understand that you may not have all the knowledge, experience, and skills mentioned in the Job Profile Document. However, your interpersonal skills, passion to have a positive impact, commitment to our purpose, and ability to learn quickly and collaborate effectively will be equally important. If you wish to learn more about the role or if you are unsure about whether to apply, we encourage you to contact our recruitment team at recruitment@solacewomensaid.org.

What we can offer you

We provide a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees, including:

• Flexible working
• Focus on learning and development (internal career progression and training)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Employer pension contribution
• Family-friendly leave and enhanced maternity pay
• Inclusion Networks
• Daily clinical debriefing
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flow & Restore yoga classes
• Meditation sessions
• Cycle to Work Scheme

How to apply

Please send your CV and Supporting Statement outlining your interest in working for Solace via the recruitment portal and explain how you meet the criteria set out in the Job Profile Document.

Solace Women’s Aid values diversity, promotes equity, and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, abilities, perspectives, and lived experiences. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay, and benefits. Our Inclusion Networks support staff with protected characteristics and offer inclusive spaces to connect.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments as needed and support employees who acquire a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work. If you require any support to apply for this role, please email us at recruitment@solacewomensaid.org

This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

As part of safer recruitment practices, we carry out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and right to work in the UK checks.

No agencies.

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Children and Young People Counsellor x2

Location: Hybrid, Pan-London

We would expect counsellors to be able to offer a mixture of in person and remote counselling sessions depending on young people’s needs. In person sessions may be held in schools, or our London office.

Salary: 2.2   £28,187- £30,750 per annum, pro-rated to £11,274.80 – £12,300 based on working 15 hours per week

(please note, successful candidates are usually appointed at bottom of relevant band)

Hours: 15 hours (2 days) – Please note that this role will include late and weekend shifts

We are looking to recruit 2 Counsellors who will each have 15 hours. There is mostly flexibility on work pattern, but candidates should be available to work on Wednesdays.

Contract: Fixed Term Contract, 11 months from start date

Closing date: 26^th June 2023 at midday

Interview date:  Week commencing: 10^th July 2023

Solace is an innovative, exciting charity working across London. Our purpose is to bring to an end the harm done through domestic and sexual violence to all survivors, particularly women and children. Our work is holistic and empowering, working alongside survivors to achieve independent lives free from abuse.

About the Service

The Early Intervention and Prevention Service supports children and young people who have experienced any form of VAWG. The team is currently comprised of 3 projects: 1) the Formal and Informal Education (one Educator and one Youth Advocate) delivering group and 1:1 prevention work in schools and communities, 2) The CoRageUs Project (one counsellor, one MDA, and one Community Engagement Worker), a specialised service for young people from black and minoritised backgrounds, and 3) the GoGa project, providing safe spaces for YWG to access physical activities. We are looking to add two counsellors to the team to provide therapeutic support to CYP in need.

About the Role

To provide therapeutic, trauma-informed counselling to children and young people (CYP) ages 8-21 (or to 24, if disability), who witnessed or experienced trauma due to the impact of gender-based violence. You will provide a safe and secure space and develop trusting relationships with children and young people to support them to process difficult early experiences and decrease the negative impact these have on their lives. You will work creatively, as part of a multidisciplinary team, using different therapeutic tools and would develop relationships with parents and carers when necessary.

About You

We are looking for a passionate person who is committed to Solace’s values to foster innovation and continuous improvement in working practice, who is flexible and open to new challenges, ideas and experiences as well as committed to diversity and anti-discriminatory practice. You have experience and commitment to deliver trauma-informed, client-centred, strengths-based therapeutic support to CYP who have experienced VAWG. You are qualified to Diploma level with experience post qualification providing one to one counselling (250 hours minimum) and are BACP or UKCP accredited.

How to apply

Please apply via the Solace Women’s Aid website.

Please send your CV and Supporting Statement outlining your interest in working for Solace via the recruitment portal and explain how you meet the criteria set out in the Job Description

Solace Women’s Aid values diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applicants from black minority and ethnic communities.

Solace is a Disability Confident employer. Please email us at recruitment@solacewomensaid.org if you require any additional support to apply for this role.

This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

As part of safer recruitment, we require all successful candidates to complete a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) disclosure.

No agencies.

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