Refuge Support Worker

  • Location Pontypool
  • Published 11th February 2025
  • Closing date 24th March 2025
  • Job Type Temporary
  • Salary £12

Are you a Support Worker who is between roles or looking for flexible work that makes a real difference?

Are you experienced in supporting vulnerable women, who’d value picking up part-time hours until the end of March?

If so, Moxie People is hiring on behalf of a charity in Torfaen (Pontypool) that supports women and children affected by domestic abuse.

The important bits:

💼 Job Title: Refuge Support Worker

📍 Location: Pontypool, Torfaen

⏳ Hours: 21-28 hours per week (3-4 days per week, between Monday and Friday)

🗓️ Flexible shifts: 9am-4:30pm & 11am-6:30pm

📑 Contract: Temporary, Part-Time (3-4 days)

💰 Hourly Rate: £12.21 per hour + £1.78 holiday pay

⏳ Start Date: As soon as possible

Why consider temp work?

✔ A great way to gain experience and build out your network

✔ Benefit from a regular income while keeping your options open

✔ Ideal if your current contract is ending soon

✔ Flexible work to suit your availability

✔ Chance to start work and earn at short notice

What you'll do as a Refuge Support Worker:

  • Provide a range of support and practical advice to women and children in a refuge setting
  • Help with safety planning, risk assessments, and emotional support
  • Support women and families in crisis because of abuse.
  • Signpost and refer individuals to essential services, including housing, legal, social support etc.
  • Assist in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment in the refuge

What you’ll need for this Refuge Support Worker opportunity:

✅ Experience supporting vulnerable people (VAWDASV knowledge is a bonus!)

✅ A good understanding of the impact domestic abuse / violence has on women and children

✅ Ability to work compassionately and empower service users

✅ Good IT, communication, and organisational skills

⚠️ Please note: This role is open to women applicants only, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1), due to the sensitive nature of the work.

This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make an impact on women’s lives when it’s needed most.

📩 Interested? Apply via Moxie People the housing and charity recruiters today!

For more info, contact Rich Thomas @ Moxie People.

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Rich Thomas

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rich@moxiepeople.com
02921 602 111

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