Trauma-Informed Practitioner

Location: Carlisle, with travel across Cumbria and flexible working available

Salary: £28,405–£33,110, dependent on experience

Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week)

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: 9am on Monday 19 October 2026

IMPORTANT – Please read before applying

Applications for this role must be submitted using the Safety Net UK Application Form.

We are unable to accept CV-only applications. Please download thea Application Form from our website here - https://safetynetuk.org/jobs/trauma-informed-practitioner-2/ . Completed application form should be emailed to [email protected] by 9am on Monday 19 October 2026

Join our team and help make a real difference

At Safety Net, we believe everyone deserves a safe and supportive space to recover and thrive after experiencing rape, exploitation, sexual or domestic abuse.

We’re looking for an experienced, compassionate and Trauma-Informed Practitioner to join our dedicated team and provide practical and emotional support to adults, children and young people affected by trauma.

This is an important role within our organisation, supporting people to understand and manage the impact of trauma, develop practical coping strategies and work towards greater safety, stability and wellbeing.

If you’re passionate about trauma-informed practice and want to use your skills to make a real difference to people across Cumbria, we’d love to hear from you.

About the role

As a Trauma-Informed Practitioner, you’ll manage your own caseload of 4 clients a day within our 12-week support framework. You’ll provide trauma-informed support, advocacy, risk assessment and safety planning, while working collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure clients receive coordinated, wraparound support.

You’ll also contribute to preventative work in schools across Cumbria, including face-to-face pupil sessions, teacher training and peer group support where required.

This is a varied role where you’ll have the opportunity to work directly with clients, build positive relationships with partner agencies and contribute to improving awareness and understanding of trauma across our communities. The role is based across Cumbria, with weekly travel to our Whitehaven office, usually one day per week, as well as travel to schools and other community buildings as required.

Why join Safety Net?

We know that supporting our team is just as important as supporting the people who use our services. We offer:

• £28,405–£33,110 salary, dependent on experience
• 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Flexible working arrangements, including home and office working
• Regular clinical supervision and case management
• Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities
• Company sick pay, maternity support and carers leave
• Mileage allowance for work-related travel
• A supportive, trauma-informed working environment

We’re looking for someone with:

• A relevant professional qualification, such as Social Work, Healthcare, Therapy or equivalent vocational experience
• At least 12 months’ post-qualification experience in a relevant setting
• Experience managing your own caseload and supporting vulnerable people
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice, domestic and sexual abuse, safeguarding, risk assessment and support planning
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a non-judgmental and empathetic approach
• The confidence to work independently and as part of a team
• A commitment to equality, diversity, confidentiality and Safety Net’s values
• The ability to travel across Cumbria and work flexibly, including occasional evenings
• A full, clean driving licence and access to your own car

Experience or qualifications in IDVA/ISVA work, multi-agency settings, training or trauma-informed practice would also be welcomed.

Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 19 October 2026.

If you would like to discuss the role before applying, please contact [email protected].

We welcome applications from everyone

Safety Net is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and value applications from people with lived experience and those from diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process. If you are shortlisted and would like to see the interview questions in advance, please let us know and we will provide these to you.

Pay: £28,405.00-£33,110.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee mentoring programme
• Sick pay
• Work from home

Work Location: In person