Children & Young People Support Worker
2 days ago
Location: Motherwell District Women’s Aid [MDWA] Office, Refuge and Community
Salary: £28,590
Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week, shift work is a requirement of the role
Contract: Initial12 month Fixed Term [Permanent after 1 year subject to funding]
About the Role:
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children & young people? Do you hold a recognised qualification in CYP? If so, this is your chance to take a rewarding step in your career
MDWA is a dedicated provider of support services for women, children, and young people who have experienced domestic abuse. We are seeking a compassionate and driven Children & Young People [CYP] Support Worker to join our dynamic team on a full-time basis. In this role, you will deliver impactful early intervention and prevention support through innovative programmes in our office, refuge and local educational settings throughout Motherwell district.
Your Impact:
As a CYP Support Worker, your primary mission will be to empower children & young people through a range of engaging and supportive activities, including:
• One-on-One Mentoring: Creating a safe, non-judgemental space for children & young people to build trust and navigate the complexities of domestic abuse and toxic relationships.
• Tailored Programmes: Deliver dedicated support for CYP with lived experiences of domestic abuse, helping them reclaim their voice and strength and belief in positive relationships.
• Emotional Management: Organise and facilitate age-appropriate sessions that encourage children and young people to express and work through their feelings and emotions in a constructive and fun way.
• Practical and Emotional Support: Provide vital support to children and young people referred through schools, ensuring they have the tools to thrive.
Who We Are:
We are a Registered Charity SC022169. Operating as a Scottish Charity for 20 years we have been delivering vital services for women and children across Motherwell district area for nearly 40 years. MDWA’s vision is of a society, in which women, children and young people are full and equal participants, free from the threat of abuse, violence or injustice.
Our posts are open to women only applicants as we are a woman only service, covered by the occupational requirement exemption under the Equality Act 2010.
What You Bring:
We’re looking for individuals with:
• A recognised Children and Young People Qualification listed on the SSSC website.
• Experience of supporting children and young people in a similar setting to Women’s Aid.
• Strong advocacy skills and the ability to liaise with partner agencies.
• A deep understanding of the dynamics and impacts of domestic abuse and gender-based violence on children and young people.
• Flexibility to work variable shifts, including evenings and weekends and to participate in the On Call rota.
• A valid driving licence and access to transport for travel throughout Motherwell District.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about the opportunity to join our passionate team and contribute to meaningful change in young lives, we want to hear from you
To apply, please send your CV and a detailed supporting statement outlining how you meet the person specification.
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