CYP Support Worker Vacancy
Calan DVS are recruiting for a CYP Support Worker based in Neath (with travel into Bridgend) .
Contract: Fixed term until March 2025
Hours: 20 hours per week
Salary: £21,000 per annum / pro rata (to be reviewed after 6 months)
Location: Neath (with an expectation to also travel into Bridgend)
Application closing date: 5th September 2023
Interview dates: TBC
Purpose of the Role
Calan DVS are looking for a CYP support worker to join their Ar Trac team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference to Children and Young People in the Neath Port Talbot and Bridgend area.
It is estimated that 133,053 children in Wales have experienced or witnessed domestic abuse. These adverse childhood experiences can have a huge impact on children and young people, but referral options are limited due to specialist CYP support available.
To address this need, Calan DVS, Cyfannol Women’s Aid, Cardiff Women’s Aid, Gorwel and West Wales DAS have come together to deliver the Ar Trac project to children aged 5 – 16 across 10 counties in Wales, thanks to funding from Welsh Government.
Ar Trac supports children and young people who are exhibiting difficulties with their family and peer relationships, having experienced domestic abuse. We are recruiting an experienced CYP worker for our Ar Trac Calan DVS team.
About You
Minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant field ie youth and community work, child or social care, health or education OR equivalent experience in a related discipline.
Expereince of working with vulnerable children and/or young people who have witnessed domestic abuse. Proven experience of liaising with statutory and voluntary agencies.
Experience of engaging families in needs assessment, risk assessment and safety planning.
Expereince of working with and developing support activities including group work with children and young people.
How to Apply
Full job description and personal specification here.
Click here to download an application form .
Please return the application form by Tuesday, 5th September to katie.samuel@calandvs.org.uk
Interview dates: TBC
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check plus a full driving licence with access to your own vehicle.
Calan DVS is committed to Equal Opportunities. All posts are exempt under Section 7 (2) (f) of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975
