Family & Children's Support Worker - Luton

Family & Children Support Worker

Location: Refuge and community settings across Luton

Hours: 30 hours per week over 4 days

Pay: £13.50-18 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary, 3 months with potential to extend


Are you passionate about supporting children and families impacted by domestic abuse? We are seeking a committed Family & Children Support Worker to join our team, providing vital emotional, practical and developmental support to children and their families in refuge and outreach settings.

About the Role

This is a key frontline role supporting children, young people, and families who have experienced domestic abuse. Working in both refuge and community settings, you will provide tailored support to help children feel safe, rebuild their confidence, and access essential services such as education and healthcare. You will also support parents with parenting challenges and ensure children's voices are heard in the recovery journey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and group support to children and young people in refuge and outreach.
• Support parents around behavioural, emotional and educational needs of their children.
• Help families navigate access to schools, health services, and local agencies.
• Act as an advocate at appointments when appropriate.
• Plan activities and enrichment opportunities for children living in refuge.
• Ensure up-to-date, accurate case records and contribute to service monitoring.
• Liaise with external agencies and professionals around safeguarding concerns.
• Participate in out-of-hours rota and helpline support (training provided).

What We're Looking For:

• Experience supporting children and families affected by domestic abuse or trauma.
• A working knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Empathy, resilience, and a child-centred approach to support.
• Ability to work flexibly, independently, and as part of a team.
• Commitment to equality, inclusion and anti-discriminatory practice.

Additional Information:

• This post is open to female applicants only, under the Occupational Requirement (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1).
• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of families rebuilding their futures.

Apply now to be part of a team committed to safeguarding, empowerment, and positive change.

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