Children and Young People\'s Support Worker in Milton Keynes

We have a vacancy for a Children and Young People\’s Support Worker to join our refuge team. This is an exciting opportunity to support our children living in refuge to overcome the trauma of abuse in a play setting. You will play a key role in ensuring safety, emotional wellbeing and development for children and young people aged 0 to 16, living in our accommodation. This role suits someone who is enthusiastic, adaptable and creative.

Support for Children and Young People

• Plan and deliver interesting age-appropriate activities and holiday play schemes
• Work with the Family Support Workers to provide support for the residents and their children
• Deliver age appropriate support around children\’s experiences of Domestic Abuse
• Work with other agencies to ensure safety of children living in the refuge
• Keep accurate records

You will need to have experience of working with children and a level 3 qualification in Early years or Childcare.

You will thrive in this role if you enjoy working with children, are energetic, child-centred and aware of safeguarding responsibilities (Essential).

Qualifications

• Understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on children
• Experience supporting children or young people
• Strong communication and record-keeping skills
• Confidence working with families from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work effectively within multi‑agency frameworks
• Level 3 Early years of Childcare qualification
• Have a full UK Driving licence (Desirable)
• Experience in refuge or safeguarding environments (Desirable)
• Experience delivering group activities or children\’s programmes (Desirable)
• Knowledge of Protective Behaviours (Desirable)

MK ACT is a long-established domestic abuse charity with over 50 years\’ experience supporting individuals and families across Milton Keynes. We provide safety, refuge, advocacy and long-term support as survivors rebuild their lives.