Are you a compassionate professional, dedicated to supporting survivors?

Key, part of the DASSL network of domestic abuse providers in Lancashire, is a leading charity delivering critical support and is seeking an exceptional Senior Domestic Abuse Refuge Worker to help transform lives and provide hope to those experiencing domestic abuse.

For 30 years, Key Unlocking Futures has been a beacon of support, providing critical intervention and support to people across Lancashire, catching people before they fall and helping those in crisis find their feet.

Each year, we help more than 7000 people across Lancashire achieve their potential, with our Domestic Abuse services playing a crucial role in supporting survivors and their families.

We’re looking for someone passionate about supporting individuals experiencing domestic abuse, with a proven track record in providing holistic, trauma-informed support.

NB* This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Role Highlights:

· Competitive Salary: £29,092- £31,202

· Full-time (36.5 hours)

· Purpose-Driven Work

· Hybrid Working Options

What We’re Looking For:

· Experienced professional with expertise in domestic abuse support services

· Strong leader capable of managing service delivery and staff

· Compassionate advocate for survivors

· Digital-savvy individual with excellent communication and record-keeping skills

Key Responsibilities:

· Manage day-to-day operations of domestic abuse services

· Liaise with external agencies and support networks

· Ensure high-quality, survivor-focused service delivery

Ideal Candidate:

· Relevant qualification in Social Work, Housing, or Domestic Abuse support

· GCSE in Maths and English (Grade C or equivalent)

· Proven experience working with domestic abuse survivors

· Strong leadership and communication skills

· Ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends

What We Offer:

· Meaningful work that creates real social impact

· Opportunity for professional growth and development

· Supportive and collaborative work environment

· Chance to make a significant difference in people’s lives

Why Join Key Unlocking Futures?

· Pride in Our Purpose: Be part of a team where your work directly helps survivors rebuild their lives.

· Empowering Work Environment: Thrive in a culture that values your professional development.

· Teamwork and Trust: Join a workplace known for its supportive and collaborative culture.

We help people find their purpose. Are you about to find yours?

Apply now and help us support survivors and build better lives

Key Unlocking Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all individuals. We expect all staff to share this commitment.

To download the application and job description please go to Key’s website

Work for us – Key Unlocking Futures

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £29,092.00-£31,202.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 03/02/2025
Reference ID: SDBW02

Reports to: Challenge Events Manager

Hours: 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday 9-5pm (including some evening and weekends)

Contract: Permanent

Location: Hybrid (home-based and Alton, Hampshire two days a week)

Salary: £27,000- £29,000 (depending on experience)

Role purpose: You will be leading on a number of the charity’s large events, overseeing on the day event logistics, marketing, planning and fundraiser stewardship. All with the aim of increasing potential income from participants.

Outside of specific fundraising projects, you will be responsible for building long term relationships with a wide range of supporters across challenge initiatives alongside third party suppliers. You will be expected to respond to enquiries as they come in and ensuring the best customer experience possible. You will also lend your experience and skills to supporting the wider fundraising plans.

Role context: Kidney Care UK is the leading kidney patient support charity. We have an ambition to engage and support more kidney patients over the next three years. Our fundraising strategy will play an integral role in allowing us to reach more kidney patients than ever before.

You will report to the Challenge Event Manager as your direct report.

The Fundraising team is part of the Fundraising, Marketing & Communications Directorate, led by the Director of Fundraising, Marketing & Communications.

There are no line management responsibilities with this role.

The structure of our team is flat – we don’t believe in hierarchies based on job titles. You will have the opportunity to work with and influence everyone in the team, regardless of their seniority.

Core Tasks and Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, management, and execution of various fundraising events from start to finish, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets and income goals.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies for each event as needed.
• Spearhead long-term strategies for specific areas of responsibility.
• Oversee event budgets, managing expenses and revenue targets.
• Ensure exceptional stewardship for all event participants.
• Collaborate with other fundraising teams, providing specialised support and guidance.
• Maintain expertise in event-related health and safety, insurance and delivery logistics.
• Stay updated on emerging trends in the sector.
• Play an active role in annual planning and quarterly forecasting, with accountability for individual event performance.
• Cultivate positive relationships with external suppliers, ensuring contract compliance.
• Evaluate event outcomes and generate comprehensive post-event reports, incorporating insights for future planning.
• Identify sponsorship opportunities to enhance revenue streams.
• Take responsibility for all compliance tasks, including documentation related to health and safety, insurance, and risk management, safeguarding the charity’s reputation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £27,000.00-£29,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Application question(s):

• Able to work from our main office in Alton, Hampshire UK at least 2 days per week?

Experience:

• Fundraising: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Alton

Application deadline: 02/02/2025
Reference ID: EFO-170125

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Does this sound like you?

• Can relate to children and young people
• Are punctual, reliable and can commit to a minimum 6 month period.
• Have excellent listening and communication skills
• Are empathetic, kind and encouraging
• Have patience, flexibility and a willingness to persevere
• Are non-judgemental and open minded.
• A desire to help young people
• Have life experiences to share.

What’s in it for you?

• Being part of a great charity
• Making a difference to the next generation
• Free training
• Travel expenses paid
• Meeting like-minded people
• Ongoing support from our dedicated team

If you like a challenge and want to give something back to help make a difference to the lives of vulnerable young people then we would like to hear from you.

As one year 9 girl wrote to her mentor

“I am glad I met you as you have allowed me to be who I am today and without you who knows where I would be right now .”

DUE TO THE NATURE OF OUR WORK, AND THE LOCATION OF THE SCHOOLS WE PROVIDE A SERVICE TO, IT IS PREFERRED THAT APPLICANTS HOLD A CURRENT DRIVING LICENCE AND HAVE ACCESS TO A VEHICLE.

Job Types: Part-time, Volunteer

Pay: £0.01 per year

Expected hours: 1 – 2 per week

Benefits:

• Flexitime
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Location:

• Dudley (required)

Work Location: In person

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Does this sound like you?

• Can relate to children and young people
• Are punctual, reliable and can commit to a minimum 6 month period.
• Have excellent listening and communication skills
• Are empathetic, kind and encouraging
• Have patience, flexibility and a willingness to persevere
• Are non-judgemental and open minded.
• A desire to help young people
• Have life experiences to share.

What’s in it for you?

• Being part of a great charity
• Making a difference to the next generation
• Free training
• Travel expenses paid
• Meeting like-minded people
• Ongoing support from our dedicated team

If you like a challenge and want to give something back to help make a difference to the lives of vulnerable young people then we would like to hear from you.

As one year 9 girl wrote to her mentor

“I am glad I met you as you have allowed me to be who I am today and without you who knows where I would be right now .”

DUE TO THE NATURE OF OUR WORK, AND THE LOCATION OF THE SCHOOLS WE PROVIDE A SERVICE TO, IT IS PREFERRED THAT APPLICANTS HOLD A CURRENT DRIVING LICENCE AND HAVE ACCESS TO A VEHICLE.

Job Types: Part-time, Volunteer

Pay: Up to £0.01 per year

Expected hours: 1 – 2 per week

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Location:

• Smethwick (required)

Work Location: In person