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Children's Support Worker - St Albans - Indeed.com St Albans and Hertsmere Women's Refuge

We are hiring!!!
Do you want an exciting, innovative and rewarding role working with children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse?
We are looking for a part time child support worker to be based within one of refuge houses.
You will need to have a Level 3 childcare qualification.
You will also need to have a driving license with access to a car at all times
Salary: £22,500 - £25,500 dependent on experience
Please get in touch by emailing [email protected] for more information about this role

Children's Support Worker - St Albans - Indeed.com St Albans and Hertsmere Women's Refuge

On this International Women's Day, our hearts overflow with gratitude for the incredible survivors we're privileged to support at St Albans and Hertsmere Women's Refuge. Their stories touch us deeply, reminding us of the strength and resilience that lies within each of them. It's truly humbling to witness their journey from darkness to light, from pain to healing, and to see them reclaim their power with such courage and determination.

To these amazing women, we want to say: you inspire us every day. Your bravery, your resilience, and your unwavering spirit are nothing short of remarkable. As we celebrate women's achievements worldwide, we hold you close in our thoughts, cheering you on as you continue to rebuild your lives and shine brightly.

Together, let's keep spreading love, support, and solidarity, creating a world where every woman feels safe, valued, and empowered. Happy International Women's Day to all the incredible women out there ❤️❤️‍🩹

This amazing campaign is supporting several charities with vital hygiene products please support

Join us in making a difference!🤗

Hygiene poverty is a harsh reality for many, impacting physical, mental, and economic well-being. We're glad to introduce our new appeal 'Hygiene Poverty: Donation Station'.
We're collecting essential hygiene products such as deodorant, toilet paper, shower gel and much more for One YMCA, Sebby's Corner, SAHWR, and Comfort Cases to support our local community. Drop off your donations at our donation station on the upper mall, near Apple.

Every contribution, big or small, is invaluable and will make a significant impact on the lives of those in need in Watford and nearby areas. Your generosity can bring hope and essential items to individuals and families facing these challenges. 🙏💙

For more information, click the link - https://atriawatford.com/news/hygiene-poverty

What a wonderful delivery arrived today from the Soroptimist’s St Albans! Beautifully wrapped Christmas gifts for the women in Refuge.
Our thanks go out to all involved for their generous ongoing support of all we do.

Domestic Abuse Project Worker
Full Time 2 Year Fixed Term Contract (with possible extension)
SAHWR provides specialist services to women, men and children fleeing domestic abuse.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to work within our safe accommodation and Resettlement work with families moving into the community. You will have strong communication skills and experience of partnership working, a firm knowledge of the impact of domestic abuse and supported housing management systems.
The ideal candidate will have experience of undertaking assessments, risk management, and completing support plans to enable our clients to successfully move on from their experiences. Ideally candidates will have knowledge of and experience of working with people in groups delivering support and facilitating programs.
We offer the opportunity for professional development accessing professional qualifications such as IDVA and ISVA. Career progression available.
The successful candidate will need to have a driving license; have a car that is available during working hours, insured for business use and that is suitable for carrying families in connection with their work.

Hours: 37 hrs. per week five days per week
Rota on call (additional payment)
Salary Scale: Entry Level £24,205-£25,750 depending on experience.
Professional Competency Level £26,265 -£ 27,810
Closing Date: 15th December 23 (midday)
Interviews: Week commencing 8th January 24
To apply email [email protected] for an application pack. CV’s will not be considered.
Post is open to women only under the Equality Act 2010, schedule 9, part 1

These beautiful quilts were delivered to the Refuge today for the women and children.
Thank you to Caroline Ellis and all those involved for thinking of us again this year.

Thank you to HAB Law for supporting the families this Christmas

Help us make this Christmas a memorable one for those in need 🎄!

We are still raising money to support families at the SAHWR refuge. The refuge is currently housing over 80 people, most of whom are young children, and this time of year can be especially hard for those staying at the refuge - for some it will be their first holiday they can celebrate in peace.

Your funds will be used to buy food, decorations, and gifts for families who don’t have anyone else to stay with over the festive season – helping to ensure they have a wonderful day despite their challenging circumstances.

Please help us make a difference for such a worthy cause. To do this, you can donate to our GoFundMe page:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/supporting-families-at-sahwr-refuge

All donations will be given to the refuge this Friday!

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**We're hiring**

Domestic Abuse Project Worker
Full Time 2 Year Fixed Term Contract (with possible extension)
SAHWR provides specialist services to women, men and children fleeing domestic abuse.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to work within our safe accommodation and Resettlement work with families moving into the community. You will have strong communication skills and experience of partnership working, a firm knowledge of the impact of domestic abuse and supported housing management systems.
The ideal candidate will have experience of undertaking assessments, risk management, and completing support plans to enable our clients to successfully move on from their experiences. Ideally candidates will have knowledge of and experience of working with people in groups delivering support and facilitating programs.
We offer the opportunity for professional development accessing professional qualifications such as IDVA and ISVA. Career progression available.
The successful candidate will need to have a driving license; have a car that is available during working hours, insured for business use and that is suitable for carrying families in connection with their work.

Hours: 37 hrs. per week five days per week
Rota on call (additional payment)
Salary Scale: Entry Level £24,205-£25,750 depending on experience.
Professional Competency Level £26,265 -£ 27,810
Closing Date: 12th December 23 (midday)
Interviews: Week commencing 8th January 24
To apply email [email protected] for an application pack. CV’s will not be considered.
Post is open to women only under the Equality Act 2010, schedule 9, part 1

Amazing work as always by the Soroptimist St Albans

St Albans Soroptimists turn museum orange as part of campaign - St Albans Times A initiative to raise awareness of violence against women and girls in all its forms saw St Albans Museum + Gallery illuminated in orange.

Thank you Soroptimist St Albans as always for your ongoing support 🥰

st albans NOW Dec 23 Local affordable advertising, events and what's on in St Albans and Harpenden

SAHWR needs a Housekeeper to join the team.
If interested email
[email protected]

We all had a wonderful day with our annual visitors from Ark Farm. We all look forward to this day each year and it is so special to see the children and residents making memories - feeding and petting the animals and forgetting their worries for a few hours.

As the saying goes .... "The best therapist has fur and four legs"

Thank you so much to Rubes Beauty Room for donating your time to do manicures and pedicures for our residents in refuge! We all had a fab time and gave our ladies a real needed boost!
Thank you from all of us at SAHWR

Are you a freelance therapist practicing art, dance and drama therapy?

We are looking for onsite therapists to support individual or groups of women and child survivors of domestic abuse in our safe accommodation with creative therapies💜

If you are interested, please contact [email protected]

We are hiring!!!
Do you want an exciting, innovative and rewarding role working with children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse?

We are looking for a full/part time child support worker to be based within one of refuge houses.
You will need to have a Level 2 childcare qualification.
You will also need to have a driving license with access to a car at all times
Salary: £21,500 - £25,000 dependent on experience

Please get in touch by emailing [email protected] for more information about this role

St Albans and Hertsmere Womens Refuge
Domestic Abuse Project Worker
Full Time 1 year Maternity Cover (with possible extension)

SAHWR provides specialist services to women, men and children fleeing domestic abuse.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to work within our safe accommodation and Resettlement work with families moving into the community. You will have strong communication skills and experience of partnership working, a firm knowledge of the impact of domestic abuse and supported housing management systems.

The ideal candidate will have experience of undertaking assessments, risk management, and completing support plans to enable our clients to successfully move on from their experiences. Ideally, candidates will have knowledge of and experience of working with people in groups delivering support and facilitating programs.
The successful candidate will need to have a driving license; have a car that is available during working hours, insured for business use and that is suitable for carrying families in connection with their work.

Hours: 37 hrs. per week five days per week (can be flexible if part time preferred)
Rota on call (additional payment)
Salary: £23,500 to £26,500 depending on experience
Closing Date: 29th May 23 (midday)
Interviews: Week commencing 5th June 23

To apply email [email protected] for an application pack. CV’s will not be considered.
Post is open to women only under the Equality Act 2010, schedule 9, part 1

The women and children have been being very creative and artist. Spending time together having fun and making good new memories.

SAHWR would like to wish you all a lovely weekend celebrating King Charles' Coronation!
The children in refuge have had a fabulous time celebrating this week with activities arranged by our child support workers to mark this momentous occasion!

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If you're living with domestic abuse and you have a mobile phone hidden in your house "just in case", please remember to switch it off on 22nd April and keep it switched off until the 24th.
On 23rd April, a UK-wide test of an emergency alert system will take place on every mobile phone in the country. This loud alarm will sound on your phone EVEN IF it is switched to silent or notifications are off.
Your hidden phone needs to be switched off completely during this time to avoid discovery.

🔴 Even if this post doesn't directly apply to you, please support/share/repost.
🔴 You will be connected on here to someone who is living with domestic abuse right now, even if you think you're not.
🔴 Your support/repost could help keep them safe.

If you're living with domestic abuse and you have a mobile phone hidden in your house "just in case", please remember to switch it off on 22nd April and keep it switched off until the 24th.

On 23rd April, a UK-wide test of an emergency alert system will take place on every mobile phone in the country. This loud alarm will sound on your phone EVEN IF it is switched to silent or notifications are off.

Your hidden phone needs to be switched off completely during this time to avoid discovery.

🔴 Even if this post doesn't directly apply to you, please support/share/repost.

🔴 You will be connected on here to someone who is living with domestic abuse right now, even if you think you're not.

🔴 Your support/repost could help keep them safe.

Today we celebrated International Women’s Day with women and children with beautiful gifts food and fun.
Gifts kindly donated by Shrimad Rajchandra Love and Care

In refuge we are fortunate enough to experience many firsts, it could be a first Christmas free from fear or the first trip to a shop on their own.
Last week we celebrated a first birthday for a very special little boy.
A lot of our residents are far from where they call home so coming together and celebrating these milestones is so special for everyone involved, and reminds them of the support they have and the new life they are creating for themselves.
For staff it is always so heartwarming that the residents want to share these beautiful moments with us and accept us into their lives at these times.