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Children & Family Worker
Location: Ellesmere Port & Cheshire West (Postcode CH1)
Hours: 36 hours per week
Salary: 26,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Are you dedicated to supporting children and families affected by domestic abuse? We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Children & Family Worker to join our Cheshire West and Chester project. This vital role is based in Ellesmere Port and surrounding areas, offering you the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your local community.
About the Role:
You will work directly with children and parents impacted by domestic abuse, providing practical and emotional support to help them rebuild their lives. Your role will include working closely with families and partner agencies to promote safety, resilience, and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver tailored 1:1 and family support sessions with children and parents affected by domestic abuse
- Use trauma-informed approaches to help families cope and recover
- Maintain accurate, confidential case records and reports
- Promote safeguarding and child protection best practices at all times
- Work collaboratively with local agencies and professionals
What We're Looking For:
- Experience working with children and families, ideally in a domestic abuse setting (essential)
- Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential)
- Strong understanding of domestic abuse and trauma-informed practice
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and organisational skills
- Commitment to safeguarding vulnerable children and families
- Current DBS certificate or willingness to undergo a DBS check
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a passionate team dedicated to supporting families affected by domestic abuse
- Receive specialist training and opportunities for professional growth
- Benefit from flexible working and supportive management
- Competitive salary and rewarding career path
Apply Now:
If you're ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families in Cheshire West and Chester, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and motivation for applying.
Join us in creating safe, hopeful futures for families in Ellesmere Port and beyond.
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
