Vacancies

 

Domestic Abuse Support Worker

Location: Maidstone or Sittingbourne (Swale), Kent with regular travel across Kent (some homeworking hours may be considered after a successful probation period)

Salary:  £25,900-28,000 per annum depending on experience and IDVA qualifications

Hours: 37 per week including some out of hours working

DBS: Enhanced with Children’s Barred List check

Closing Date: Monday 17 August 2026 at 10am

Interviews: Friday 4 September 2026

This post is restricted to women under Schedule 9, Part 1, Equality Act 2010.


Who we’re looking for:

We’re looking for two Domestic Abuse Support Workers to join our award-winning Adult Services Team, with one role based in Maidstone and one in Swale (Sittingbourne).

As a Domestic Abuse Support Worker, you’ll support women from the moment they’re referred to SATEDA, providing practical and emotional support, helping them understand their options, increase their safety and begin their recovery journey.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference while working as part of a supportive, trauma-informed team that’s passionate about ending domestic abuse.

You don’t need to be an IDVA to apply. If you have relevant experience supporting people facing complex challenges and share our values, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join SATEDA?

You’ll join a values-driven organisation committed to supporting its people. Alongside 27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and an extra day off for your birthday, you’ll benefit from an employer-funded health plan, enhanced family-friendly policies, employee rewards and discounts, and excellent opportunities for training and professional development.

How to Apply

To learn more about this opportunity, please download the Job Pack and Application Form below. Completed application forms should be emailed to recruitment@sateda.org by the closing date stated above.

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Volunteer Vacancies

Donate your time and compassion to our mission. Choose from a variety of roles, from writing letters to survivors in prison to co-facilitating recovery sessions.

Explore current volunteer vacancies below, or visit our volunteer page for the full list.

Visit our volunteer page

Support Volunteers

We’re always interested in hearing from women who are passionate about supporting those affected by domestic abuse.

Our volunteers help us deliver some of our core services, including:

  • Support2Court Volunteer – Supporting women at family courts across Kent as a McKenzie Friend.

  • Outreach Volunteer – Helping at drop-ins and One Stop Shops (OSS), where we offer vital support and advice.

  • Wellbeing Caller – Making follow-up calls to clients to check on their progress and identify further support needs.

If you’re interested in joining our next intake or would like more information, please get in touch:

📧 tracy.marsh@sateda.org

Community Ambassador

Hours: A few hours per month, when required

Location: Remote (Kent-based)

Role type: Volunteer

Why we want you 

Change starts with people like you, passionate members of the community who want to make a difference. Domestic abuse is a widespread issue that thrives in silence, and we believe raising awareness and starting conversations are key to tackling it. By joining SATEDA as an ambassador, you’ll help highlight this issue and support our work in Swale and Kent to empower women and families affected by domestic abuse. 

How to Get Involved  

Please register your interest by emailing:

📧 tracy.marsh@sateda.org

Find out more
Community Clothing Assistant

Availability: Wednesday 9am-12pm and Friday 11am-2pm (these hours can be flexible)

Location: Sittingbourne
Role type: Volunteer
What’s in it for you?
  • Build self-confidence and gain teamwork & customer service skills
  • Enhance your CV with valuable experience
  • Make a real difference in the community
What you’ll be doing:
  • Greeting Sharewear clients and clothing donors
  • Helping clients find the clothing they need
  • Sorting donations
  • Picking/packing items for clients unable to visit us
DBS checks will be required for this role
This role is restricted to women under schedule 9, Part 1, Equalities Act 2010
If you’re interested in this role or want to find out more, please contact Valerie, Volunteer Coordinator at communityclothing@sateda.org

Reflections from SATEDA’s staff

Vacancy page - Valerie

"I initially started out as a volunteer myself wanting to help out in the local community, and volunteering is a great way to try out a new career or build new skills. I jumped at the chance to be part of the SATEDA team when the opportunity arose. It is a fantastic nurturing environment to work in, the team here are so dedicated and supportive to their clients, volunteers and each other. Even though there are challenges, it's a joy to be in a role where you can really make a difference and see the results in what you do."

Valerie

Volunteer Coordinator

Vac

"Working for a Swale charity offering a specialist women’s service means a lot to me. I've learnt so much more about domestic violence and its impact on women and their children. It becomes a part of your daily thinking and awareness. It's priceless knowing the young people I support benefit from our programmes, and for some it's life-changing. That's such a powerful motivation to offer the very best that I can to the mums and young people I support. The SATEDA Team are so dedicated and it's a pleasure to work alongside my colleagues and our volunteers."

Pat

Young Persons Support Worker