Domestic and sexual abuse support worker

Provide early intervention, specialist advocacy, emotional and practical support to those who are experiencing and recovering from domestic abuse and or sexual violence.

Typical duration

1y 6m

Training funded

Fully funded

Route

Care services

Standard ref

ST0862

Role overview

Domestic and sexual abuse support workers provide practical and emotional support to survivors of abuse, helping them to stay safe, access services, and rebuild their lives. You will work in refuge settings, community teams, or IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Adviser) services, following safe and trauma-informed approaches. The role requires resilience and empathy and offers progression into IDVA qualification, management, or specialist advocacy roles.

Careers this apprenticeship leads to

Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.

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