Jobs

We are regularly looking for talented individuals to join the Leeway team. Due to an increase in the level of service we are able to provide, we are currently recruiting for the following roles.

Click here to download our application form. Please send completed forms to admin@leewaynwa.org.uk

At Leeway, we pride ourselves on our positive and inclusive working environment. We believe it is important to create an atmosphere that makes everyone feel welcome, whether they are a member of staff, volunteer, service user, or someone from an external agency. We have a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of bullying, harassment, intimidation, and sexual harassment. Leeway has clear and robust policies and procedures to effectively respond to any complaints.

Salary: £24,509

Hours: 37

Based: Breckland Refuge

Benefits include - 6% pension contribution, training and continuous professional development, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, 6 weeks paid sick leave (after completion of probation), paid 30 minute lunch, 24 hour telephone counselling service, clinical supervision, staff reward ½ day, staff prize draws, gift vouchers, salary advance and loan schemes.

Job Purpose:

To provide an effective, supportive and confidential service for women and children requiring emergency refuge accommodation.
To ensure that the refuge operational policies procedures are implemented and adhered to, and that all statistical data is collated and maintained for stakeholders and funding bodies.
To support the Refuge Services Co-ordinator in developing the Refuge Service to deliver the best possible outcomes for refuge residents.

Essential Requirements:

Relevant qualification and/or two years’ experience of working with women and children who are experiencing domestic violence, for a statutory or voluntary agency.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Experience of safeguarding vulnerable adults and children.
Ability to work on a rota over 7 days including evening work and take part in the out of hours on-call system.
The ability to use Microsoft office.
Full driving license, car business insurance & use of a car to travel.

Desirable Requirements: