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Careers
Yay, if you've made it here, then it already means that you are interested in working for NDAS and helping to change lives.
Our workforce is made up of staff and volunteers carrying out a variety of roles, all of which add true value and contribution to the work we do, as well as providing plenty of scope for personal development and rewards which come in many forms. NDAS is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community,
Please note, if you have been the victim of domestic abuse in the past and would like to apply for a position with us that involves working with clients, we will only be able to consider applications from individuals who have been out of the abusive relationship for at least 3 years. This is to protect your own mental wellbeing.
If you don't see something suitable this time, please keep checking back as our job boards are updated regularly. Alternatively, our volunteering opportunities, which give valuable experience may be an alternative, with many of our roles within NDAS being held by people who have previously volunteered with us. Please click here for more information.
How to Apply
You can either:
Click on the appropriate link within the vacancy (if available)
or
Download and complete our Application Form
We shortlist all applications using the person specification for each role. Please ensure that you use this information in your application to evidence your skills and experience.
Send your documents via email to info@ndas-org.co.uk or via post FAO Zoe Tatham, Keep House, 124 High Street, Wollaston, NN29 7RJ
All applicants will also be required to complete our Equality and Diversity monitoring form.
Please note, NDAS is committed to safeguarding and many of our roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check prior to confirmation of appointment. You can view our Safer Recruitment Policy here
Staff Benefits
We not only offer competitive salaries for the voluntary sector, but all the benefits below too. We value our staff team and want to make sure that they are as happy and supported as possible.
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25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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Annual leave increases to 27 days after 3 years employment, then to 30 days after 5 years.
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Monthly supervision sessions
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Clinical supervision offered for staff working with clients
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Company sick pay policy (on completion of probation)
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Flexible working policy and encouragement of work/life balance
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Peer Support groups
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Regular staff surveys
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Staff wellbeing package including mental health first aiders.
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Employee Assistance programme offered free to all staff and volunteers.
Current vacancies
Children's Domestic Abuse Specialist (CDAS)
North Northants £26,534 p/a
37.5 hours per week
North Northants
We are looking to recruit a Children's Domestic Abuse Specialist to deliver a comprehensive support service to vulnerable adults and children to be based in designated locality, initially on a 12 month contract. This is a dual role, partly dedicated to working with families admitted to refuge and partly working with families within the community who have been affected by domestic abuse.
Essential candidate criteria includes:
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2 years’ experience of working in a supportive role with vulnerable families and/or children, or equivalent
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Clear understanding and awareness of domestic abuse and the impact on victims
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Clear understanding of alcohol and drug addiction issues
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Excellent communication and report writing skills
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Proficient IT skills
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Current driving licence and access to vehicle.
Purpose of Post:
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To provide a dedicated service to children and young people in Northamptonshire who have witnessed or experienced domestic abuse.
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To give children and young people the opportunity to talk about their experiences in a safe environment, to be listened to and taken seriously.
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To educate and empower children and young people to recognise the difference between a healthy and unhealthy relationship.
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To contribute to the development and review of 1:1 and group work programmes for children and young people, addressing their individual anxieties and fears following their experience of domestic abuse.
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To support and educate parents both in refuge and the community to understand the impact that domestic abuse has on their child/ren, the parent/child relationship and parenting.
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To work in conjunction with appropriate agencies surrounding children, young people and families working in a multi-agency approach to ensure all identified support needs are recorded, regularly reviewed and communicated as appropriate.
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To work alongside Domestic Abuse Specialists to ensure a cohesive, needs led service to children and parents accessing the service within the county.
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Advocate for the rights of children to be respected, heard and protected
To apply please click HERE
Any applicant must complete an enhanced DBS check and have 2 references returned prior to confirmation of appointment
Closing date 9th Oct
Interview w/c 23rd Oct
Start date 5th Dec
Volunteering
We rely on the goodwill of dedicated individuals to enable us to continue our work within the community to help support survivors of domestic abuse.
Our volunteers come from a diverse range of backgrounds, with their own set of unique skills, knowledge and experiences. If you are interested in volunteering with us and would like more information, please email: info@ndas-org.co.uk
I joined NDAS in 2016 and have grown so much, both in my career and on a personal level. It feels more like a family and I love coming to work knowing I am really helping to change lives
Refuge Support Worker (Bank Staff)
Northampton £12.02 per hour
NDAS provides refuge to victims of domestic abuse. One of our Northampton based refuges also accepts women who are also living with the effects of addiction to drugs and/or alcohol. This refuge is operated 24 hours and this role is as a member of our Bank Staff team to cover our regular teams annual leave and sickness.
There is no guarantee of set hours each week
The shifts available to cover are part of a 4 week rolling rota, as detailed below.
Essential candidate criteria includes:
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2 years’ experience of working in a supportive role with vulnerable families and/or children, or equivalent
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Clear understanding and awareness of domestic abuse and the impact on victims
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Clear understanding of alcohol and drug addiction issues
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Excellent communication and report writing skills
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Proficient IT skills
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Current driving licence and access to vehicle.
Purpose of Post:
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To work as part of the team to ensure the effective running of the refuge and providing appropriate support to service users who have substance/alcohol misuse issues.
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Delivering advice and information related to domestic abuse.
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Undertaking telephone assessments of applicants for the organisations refuge accommodation, outreach and groups work.
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Maintaining computerised database of essential information related to the profile of clients.
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To be responsible for delivering individual support plans, to service users enabling them to make informed decisions about their future through the key work system.
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Supporting clients to move on to appropriate accommodation when suitable.
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Offer advice and support to all NDAS refuge residents outside working hours.
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Liaise with partnership agencies around substance misuse and recovery for individual clients.
To apply click HERE
The post is subject to an enhanced DBS (CRB) check and open to women only (exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).
Please note, we will be interviewing on a rolling basis until the shifts are all covered.
student
placements
Our student placements are organised directly with the Universtity of Northampton.
Currently we do not have capacity to accept any more students on placements, however this may change in the future.
For more information please contact: info@ndas-org.co.uk