Women & Family Support Practitioner

Location: Folkestone – Community Based / Home Visits

Hours: 28 hours per week

Pay: £14.25 per hour

Contract: Fixed-term until April 2027

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Women & Family Support Practitioner to support women and families affected by domestic abuse, trauma and complex life challenges.

Working in a trauma-informed and strengths-based way, you will provide practical and emotional support, promote safety and wellbeing, and help families build resilience and achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide emotional, practical and advocacy support.
• Complete risk assessments, DASH assessments and safety plans.
• Support parenting, family relationships and children's wellbeing.
• Assist with housing, benefits and access to specialist services.
• Attend safeguarding meetings and work with partner agencies.
• Maintain accurate and confidential case records.
• Manage a caseload and support groups/workshops where required.

About You

You will have:

• Experience in domestic abuse, family support, safeguarding, social care or a related field.
• Knowledge of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
• Experience supporting people with complex needs and trauma.
• Strong communication, advocacy and organisational skills.
• A compassionate, non-judgemental and solution-focused approach.
• The ability to work independently and manage a caseload.

Essential Requirements