Domestic Abuse Support Worker – Bexhill

About the role

Join a dedicated team in Bexhill to provide trauma‑informed, person‑centred support to women who have experienced domestic abuse. You will work within a refuge and the wider community, helping clients rebuild independence and move toward safer futures.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive risk and needs assessments to identify safety concerns and support requirements.
• Develop and implement individual care plans that promote recovery, rehabilitation and long‑term stability.
• Deliver one‑to‑one key work sessions, structured interventions and group support programmes.
• Assist clients in accessing housing, healthcare, benefits and specialist services.
• Collaborate with local authorities, housing providers, police and partner agencies to coordinate effective support.
• Provide housing benefit advice and help secure long‑term accommodation.
• Apply safeguarding procedures and professional de‑escalation techniques.

Required profile

• Women only – occupational requirement in line with the Equality Act 2010.
• Experience working with domestic abuse survivors, refugees, or vulnerable adults.
• Understanding of complex needs such as mental health, homelessness, substance misuse and offending behaviour.
• Ability to work a 4‑on/4‑off shift pattern, averaging 40.25 hours per week.

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary of £29,000 per annum.
• Full‑time permanent contract.
• Benefits package.
• Supportive team environment within a specialist refuge setting.