Location: Somerset Women’s Centre, Bridgwater
Contract: 12-month fixed term
Hours: 35 hours/week (flexibility required)

Are you passionate about empowering women and families facing complex challenges? Do you believe in the power of trauma-informed, holistic support to create lasting change? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

We’re looking for a dedicated Family Keyworker to join our innovative new project. You’ll be part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team supporting women and their families in Bridgwater who are experiencing multiple and complex needs—ranging from poverty and mental health issues to generational trauma and family breakdown.

As a keyworker with The Nelson Trust, you’ll provide intensive, wrap-around support to help families build stronger relationships, improve wellbeing, and access community resources. You’ll work 1:1 with women, facilitate group sessions, and collaborate with partner agencies to deliver truly person-centred care.

What You’ll Do

Deliver practical and emotional support to women and their families
Develop and manage tailored support plans using SMART goals
Facilitate group interventions and outreach services
Attend multi-agency meetings and advocate for clients
Maintain accurate case records and contribute to service development
Work flexibly across satellite bases and community settings

What We’re Looking For

Experience working with women with complex needs
Understanding of trauma-informed and gender-specific approaches
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to manage a caseload and work independently
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (business insurance reimbursed)
Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and high-quality service delivery

This post is open to female applicants only under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. An enhanced DBS check will be required.