Job Opportunity: Domestic Abuse Family Support Specialist (With Childcare) – Women Only (Occupational Requirement)


Location: Across sites in Central Northampton & Northamptonshire
Hours: 37 hours/week, flexible over 5 days (including evenings & on-call rota)
Contract: Permanent


We’re looking for a compassionate, driven, and experienced Domestic Abuse Family Support Specialist to join our team supporting women, children, and young people affected by domestic abuse.


Occupational Requirement: This post is open only to women who are recorded female at birth and are not transgender (Schedule 9, Equality Act 2010).


What You’ll Do:
*Provide holistic support to families impacted by domestic abuse
*Deliver person-centred interventions across five key outcome areas: physical survival, safety, belonging, self-worth, and purpose
*Work in partnership with internal teams and external agencies
*Deliver group work and assist with childcare and children’s activities
*Manage a caseload and maintain accurate records


Essential Requirements:
*Relevant Level 3 childcare/youth qualification (e.g. NVQ Early Years, NNEB)
*Proven experience supporting vulnerable individuals/families with complex needs
*Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment, and trauma-informed practice
*Excellent communication, crisis management, and record-keeping skills
*Flexible, proactive, and team-oriented approach
*Full driving licence and access to own transport (or ability to travel effectively across the county)
*Willingness to work unsocial hours and be part of an on-call rota
*Must be currently living free from violence


What We Offer:
*The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, empowering environment
*Ongoing training and professional development
*Collaborative and trauma-informed team culture
Help women and families build safer, more hopeful futures – join us. Apply today!