At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children and young people affected by trauma through creative and therapeutic activities.
- Company: Compassionate organisation dedicated to helping survivors of domestic abuse.
- Benefits: Generous annual leave, healthcare plan, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working across East Sussex with a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people while growing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with children and understanding of trauma-informed practices required.
The predicted salary is between 28816 - 28816 £ per year.
An excellent opportunity for a compassionate Children and Young People Support Worker with experience supporting children affected by trauma, abuse or adverse childhood experiences.
This role is known internally as a Therapeutic Practitioner for Children & Young People. 2 Positions Available.
SALARY: £28,816 per annum + Benefits
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
LOCATION: Two vacancies - one based in Bexhill and one covering Seaford, Crowborough and Eastbourne; travel is required across services throughout East Sussex.
WORKING HOURS: 37 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday - Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.
JOB OVERVIEW: A values-led organisation providing safe accommodation and specialist support for survivors of domestic abuse across East Sussex is looking for a compassionate, creative and reflective Children and Young People Support Worker to join its growing children's team. Working across refuge services, you will build meaningful relationships with children and young people aged 0-18, providing therapeutic, practical and emotional support tailored to their individual needs. Using a trauma-informed and social pedagogical approach, you will create opportunities for children to play, express themselves, build confidence, develop resilience and build healthy relationships. This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.
DUTIES:
- Building Trusted Relationships: Develop safe, meaningful and supportive relationships with children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse.
- Delivering Therapeutic Activities: Plan and deliver engaging one-to-one and group sessions using creative approaches such as play, art, sensory activities, music, journaling and therapeutic games.
- Supporting Recovery and Wellbeing: Help children and young people develop emotional wellbeing, resilience, confidence, recovery and healthy development.
- Promoting Healthy Relationships: Support children and young people to understand healthy relationships, consent, emotional regulation, boundaries and online safety.
- Developing Life Skills: Support young people preparing for adulthood through life skills, education, confidence-building and career guidance.
- Working with Families: Work alongside parents and carers to strengthen family relationships and promote children's wellbeing.
- Safeguarding and Record Keeping: Complete assessments, maintain accurate records and contribute to safeguarding plans in line with child protection procedures.
- Partnership Working: Work closely with schools, social care, CAMHS, health professionals and other partner agencies to support positive outcomes.
- Creating Safe Environments: Help create safe, nurturing and child-centred refuge environments where children feel heard, valued and supported.
- Reflective Practice: Engage in regular supervision, protected reflection time and professional development to continually improve practice.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:
- Essential: Experience working directly with children and young people.
- Experience supporting children affected by trauma, abuse or adverse childhood experiences.
- A sound understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
- Knowledge of child development and trauma-informed practice.
- Ability to build trusting relationships with children, young people and families.
- Confidence delivering one-to-one and group activities.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- A reflective, compassionate and non-judgemental approach.
- Ability to work flexibly across refuge accommodation throughout East Sussex.
- Desirable: Experience supporting children with SEND.
- Experience working within domestic abuse services.
- Child IDVA or related qualification.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
BENEFITS:
- 27 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
- Birthday Day off and option to buy additional annual leave.
- 2 paid Volunteer Days each year.
- 5% employer pension contribution (matched 5% employee contribution).
- Healthcare Cash Plan and Life Assurance (3 x salary).
- Annual salary review.
- Refer a Friend scheme.
- Access to Benefit Hub with retail discounts, Cycle to Work scheme and additional voluntary benefits.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Closing date: 24th July 2026. Interviews will take place face to face in Seaford.
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Children and Young People Support Worker employer: AWD Online
Join a values-led organisation dedicated to providing safe accommodation and specialist support for survivors of domestic abuse across East Sussex. As a Children and Young People Support Worker, you will be part of a compassionate and reflective team that prioritises the wellbeing and development of children and young people, offering numerous opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work culture. With generous benefits including 27 days annual leave, a healthcare cash plan, and a commitment to employee development, this role offers a meaningful and rewarding career path in a nurturing environment.
