Suffolk County Council

Children’s Worker

Suffolk County Council  •  £12.70/hr  •  Ipswich, GB (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

  • Lighthouse Women’s Centre

  • Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP3 9AD
  • Salary: £25,397 pro rata plus pension
  • Hours: 30 hours per week
  • Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
  • Reference: 0689

Are you wanting to work with children that have experienced/are experiencing Domestic Abuse?

We are looking to further develop our work with children and young people.

Lighthouse Women’s Aid is looking for a Children’s Worker.

Experienced in course delivery, you will lead on programmes that explore the impact of Domestic Abuse. You will also be responsible for assessing whether children and their mums are suitable for these courses, delivering one-to-one work with children where appropriate, as well as delivery within our busy refuge. The role also includes working closely with partner agencies to generate referrals and ensure effective multi-agency collaboration.

Knowledge of Microsoft office programs with experience in word, outlook, excel spreadsheets and databases is essential.

To find out more

For further information, please visit our website

How to apply

To apply, please visit our website

Closing date: 12 pm, 27 April 2026. Interview date: 7 May 2026.
Women only need apply under schedule 9 (Part 1) of the Equality Act 2010

Lighthouse welcomes diversity in the workplace.

We value representation and strongly encourage applications from individuals of minority and underrepresented backgrounds. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Lighthouse Women’s Aid is a Charitable organisation based in Suffolk, UK. Our mission is to support and empower women, young people and children affected by domestic abuse or violence.

Registered Charity No: 1069296.

Suffolk County Council

About Suffolk County Council

Reimagine the possibilities.

As one of the largest employers in Suffolk, we have a huge variety of exciting careers to offer people as keen to make a positive impact on the world around them as we are.

As a modern, flexible, and effective council, we’re driven to make a difference to the environment, the communities we serve, and the careers of our people. We explore innovative ways to encourage, respect, and enable everyone to be the best they can be.

By creating meaningful connections with our people and our partner organisations, we’ve built a culture of mutual collaboration, trust, and respect where everyone is supported to be their authentic selves.

We aim to inspire and empower. To improve and evolve. To develop and innovate. To take pride and ownership of the world around us and ensure that we leave a positive and lasting legacy. That’s why it’s time to reimagine a career with the council and take a fresh look at what we can offer you.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Ipswich, GB
Year Founded
1974
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