Refuge Worker

Lewisham, Greater London (On-site)
£29,701.36 per year
Full-time
Permanent
Job description

We are recruiting for a Refuge Worker to join our team in Lewisham; the scope on this job involves….

Job Title: Refuge Worker

Location: Athena, Lewisham
Salary: £29,701.36 per annum
Contract type: Full time, Permanent

Hours: 37.5

Join Refuge as a Refuge Worker and help support women and children who have experienced domestic abuse. Based within our Lewisham refuge service, you will play a key role in empowering survivors to rebuild their lives in a safe and supportive environment.

The role involves providing practical and emotional support, carrying out risk and needs assessments, developing support plans, and working with partner agencies to help women access housing, benefits and legal advice. We are looking for a compassionate, resilient and proactive individual with strong communication skills and a commitment to supporting survivors.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference while developing your career within Refuge. You'll benefit from ongoing training, clinical supervision, a competitive benefits package and the chance to be part of a passionate and supportive team.

To apply, please complete our online application form. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Closing date: 9.00am on 27 October 2026

Interview date: 7 November 2026

Benefits

Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.

Organisation
Refuge View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 101 - 500
Posted on: 14 October 2026
Closing date: 27 October 2026 at 09:00
Job ref: 1982
Tags: Advocacy, Operations