Job Purpose:

 To provide refuge cover overnight and ensure the safety and security of the residents and refuge building, including admitting and settling in new residents.

Duties and Responsibilities Administration:

 To work within BSWA’s administrative and financial systems.  To ensure that adequate records are kept for all service users.  To keep accurate records of financial transitions in line with BSWA’s procedures.  To ensure that Health and Safety records are kept up to date.  To keep inventories of all refuge contents.

Communication:

 To ensure that all staff team members are aware of any matters that are relevant to the welfare and security of the refuge, staff, volunteers and service users by: a) maintaining BSWA communication records b) following safety procedures c) carrying out risk assessments in conjunction with your line manager d) attending appropriate team and project meetings  To attend training relevant to the post in agreement with your line manager.  To attend support and supervision sessions with your line manager.

Premises and Equipment:

 To ensure that the appropriate agreements related to tenancies are completed.  To ensure that house rules and fire safety procedures are read and understood by new tenants and that all residents comply with them.  To carry out health and safety checks to ensure the building is secure at all times, maximising the safety of residents and staff.  To prepare rooms for new residents, ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements.  To ensure the refuge is clean and tidy overnight  To ensure that the refuge revenue is collected by completing housing benefit forms and all personal contributions are collected on a weekly basis, in advance.  To report to your line manager any difficulties in relation to the collection of rent and other charges.

Support Work:

 Devise and implement appropriate methods of communication with women and children living in refuge, in agreement with your line manager.  To take out of hours referrals, including an initial risk assessment  To welcome and settle women and children into the refuge, familiarising them with the building.  To respond to emergency situations arising within the refuge out of hours, including during the sleep-in period.

General:

 To maintain the confidentiality of the women, young people and children using the service.  To maintain confidentiality in all matters relating to the organisation.  To offer an equal service to all women and children regardless of age, class, culture, language, race, religion and sexual orientation, adhering to BSWA’s framework for equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice.  To adhere to Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, and Adult Safeguarding procedures throughout.  To ensure the efficient use of resources at all times.  To work within BSWA policies and procedures and demonstrate a commitment to the values and ethos of BSWA.  To participate in the development and annual appraisal of a personal individual development plan with the line manager.  To undertake any other duties required by BSWA, which may arise incidentally, develop, or be assigned commensurate with the post. 

Children’s Worker (*Female Only - Women’s refuge) 

Northallerton 

£23,263 per annum pro rata (£11,317.13 pro rata’d salary)

Permanent

Part Time - 18 Hour post (3 X 6 hour days) 

Our client has a new opportunity available for a Children’s Worker to join them to deliver and develop support services for children and young people aged up to 16 years who have experienced domestic abuse in order to ensure their safety and emotional well-being.

The role

This is a key worker position in which you will assist in the delivery of excellent customer focused services and operate in accordance with best practice and within the policies and procedures of Broadacres Housing Association. 

You will assess the needs of children and young people and provide appropriate support on an individual basis along with working in conjunction with adult support workers to assess the whole family. You will liaise with relevant agencies involved with clients to ensure that support is on-going, e.g. Social  Services, Health Visitors, schools, provide information and advice on relevant external agencies and keep accurate records on each child by completing support and risk management plans. 

What do you need to have? 

• Some experience working with the designated service-user group

• NVQ level II in Health and Social Care or equivalent. 

• A good understanding of the principles of practice in working with vulnerable people and children in particular. 

• Awareness of the impact of domestic abuse to the victim and family

• Excellent naturalistic observation skills 

• Good verbal and written communication skills 

• Excellent interpersonal skills and being able to work with service users, colleagues, families and external individuals. 

• Good motivational skills, being able to encourage residents to maximise their opportunities. 

• The ability to deal effectively with confrontation 

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for full details and requirements of the role.

*For occupational requirement reasons we are looking to appoint a female only for this post (exemption under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9)

What they can offer in return:

• A competitive salary

• Extra day of annual leave for birthdays totalling 32 (inc. bank holidays) pro rata. Annual leave also increases for every year of service up to 5 years totalling 37 days (inc bank hols)

• Defined Benefit Pension Scheme

• Salary sacrifice schemes including dental insurance, cycle to work and eco-friendly cars

• A range of other benefits

Our client is an equal opportunities and disability confident employer who welcomes applicants from all sectors of the community, and they encourage applications from people who are underrepresented in areas of the organisation.

The Company

Our client is a successful, innovative, not for profit housing association based in the market town of Northallerton in North Yorkshire.

Currently they own and manage more than 6,000 homes and have stock in Hambleton, Darlington, Richmondshire, Harrogate, Redcar and Cleveland, Ryedale, Scarborough, Selby, the East Riding of Yorkshire, York and Leeds.

They provide a range of services to their customers, all aimed at meeting their vision; ‘to be the best rural housing association in the country’. 

As Lead Refugee Support Worker you will become a vital member of our frontline team, helping us to meet our organisational objective to deliver a ‘sustainable refugee support programme, enabling refugees to achieve economic wellbeing, safe, healthy and fulfilling lives while providing regular income (through rent) to Boaz.’

In this part-time role (30 hours per week) you'll work collaboratively with another refugee support worker in this area of our work (which we have developed over the last few years) within our wider Boaz team of 15 people. The main purposes of the role are:

• To be the lead contact for refugee support work at Boaz, and to continue to develop our package of refugee support work (for example, rolling out the Renting Ready tenancy training, building and maintaining excellent external partner relationships, seeking out positive opportunities to benefit people living in Boaz accommodation)

• To take a lead on complex support and housing issues faced by people living in Boaz accommodation, by offering support to the individuals and/or staff involved

• To provide practical and holistic support to refugee clients who are living in Boaz Trust accommodation, in order to support their integration and to work with them so that they are equipped to live independently

• To play a supportive and collaborative role working alongside the wider staff team in our mission, which is to end destitution amongst asylum seekers and refugees, empower people seeking sanctuary and equip churches and others to support people seeking sanctuary in their communities and congregations

To read the full details of the role, find out about Boaz and how to apply please look at our Role Brief. 

We welcome and encourage applications from all suitably qualified persons and all appointments will be made on merit. We are seeking to ensure a diverse team and particularly welcome applicants who have lived experience as a refugee or of seeking asylum, are disabled or are from a black, Asian or minority ethnic background, since these backgrounds are currently under-represented in our organisation.

Mental Health Care Coordinator

Refugee Mental Health Care Coordinator (MHCC)

This is an exciting opportunity for a mental health professional to help set up a new post and partnership between RRSG and Berks West CCG.  You will support the mental health needs of refugees, asylum seekers and dispersed asylum seekers living within or arriving in the Berkshire West Clinical Commissioning Group area by;

1. Work closely with refugees, asylum seekers, and their case workers, to coordinate early intervention supporting their mental health and well being in a culturally sensitive and inclusive approach, taking into account barriers such as language, religion, and potential stigma.
2. Promoting awareness and increased understanding within NHS partners of the mental health support need of refugees and asylum seekers and how services are meeting those needs.
3. Working with NHS partners to reduce the inequalities in access to mental health support experienced by the refugee community through some direct casework, increasing coordination, effective and informed signposting and referrals and reducing strain on statutory services.

Full time or part-time,  NJC SP £31,371 (NHS band 6) (FTE)  working across Reading Wokingham and West Berkshire.

Job Title: Refuge Case Worker

Location:  Bexley

Salary:  Qualified applicants (with an accredited VAWG /domestic abuse qualification) dependent on experience: £27,000 – £29,000 per annum.

Unqualified applicants, dependent on experience: £26,000 - £27,000 per annum

Hours: Full Time - 37.5 hrs

Contract: Permanent

Vacancy Reference: SWA3182

Closing Date:  12th November 2021 

Interview Date: 16th November 2021

Solace Women’s Aid is an innovative, exciting, grassroots charity working across London. Our purpose is to bring to an end the harm done through domestic and sexual violence to all survivors, and in particular women and children. Our work is holistic and empowering, working alongside survivors to achieve independent lives free from abuse.

You will be joining a team of committed and inspiring individuals whose dedication has saved the lives of thousands of women, men and children in the capital. We are looking for friendly and diligent individuals to join our services and help us make a difference.

About the Service

Our Refuges provide emergency accommodation to women and children fleeing domestic abuse and sexual violence.  We are there for women at a time of crisis and help families take their first steps to freedom and recovery.

About the Role

You will provide advice and support to women who have experienced domestic abuse in a refuge setting. You will carry out risk and needs assessments, develop support plans and carry out key work with women survivors. You should have a minimum of two years’ experience of working with this or a similar client group. An in depth understanding of the needs of women and children from a diverse background is essential.

About You

The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of domestic abuse and its impact on women and their children, as well as experience of providing emotional and practical support to victims of domestic and sexual violence.

You will have experience of managing risk and following case management procedures to meet the needs of the client group, and the ability to work with women to help them to understand their needs, risk assess, develop safety plan and support them in linking with other agencies.

You will have a working knowledge of the available legal remedies, housing and welfare benefits, as well as experience of providing workshops.

Outside of this, you will have excellent administrative and time management skills and the ability to effectively manage a caseload.

In return, we offer great employee benefits including three per cent employer pension contribution, generous holiday entitlement and a focus on learning and development.

Job Title: Children's Support Worker

Location: Southwark and Lambeth, London

Salary: £21,682 per annum

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development. 

We are looking to recruit a female* candidate with experience in working with children and a recognised qualification such as an NNEB, QCF or NVQ level 3.  You will be responsible for organising and providing play activities for children and will work closely with location workers to provide practical information and assistance to women about local services for children, such as play schemes, nursery or schools.

The successful candidate will be able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting women and children escaping domestic violence and other forms of violence against women and girls.  You will have good communication and team work skills and be able to use your own initiative.  You will show strong organisational and administration skills. 

The ability to build a rapport and trust with children and their mothers is essential in this work. Experience of supporting children and families who have experienced domestic violence or other forms of violence against women and girls is desirable.

All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the feminist values of empowerment and equality which underpin all of our work. Successful applicants will be expected to work within Refuge’s Values and Behaviour Framework and demonstrate these in their everyday work.

Refuge offers: a competitive salary with annual progression within points of the salary grade; 28 days annual leave increasing to 30 days; clinical supervision for all front line staff a pension scheme that includes a 6% employer contribution; as well as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

Closing Date: Monday 8th November 2021 at 09:00am

Interview Date: Thursday18th November 2021

An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate will be required for this role.

Refuge is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. This post however is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Job Title: Deputy Service Manager

Location: Lambeth, London

Salary: £33,720 per Annum

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development.

Responsibilities

We are recruiting for the Gaia Centre Deputy Service Manager to join our management team in Lambeth to ensure smooth running of high quality service to support girls and women against domestic violence, the role involves working closely with people experiencing forms of gender based violence that are escaping domestic violence.

You will also assist the domestic violence services manager in the delivery and development of high quality independent advocacy, outreach, peer mentors and early intervention services for victims escaping gender based violence.

Essential Skills or Experience

You must have experience of providing direct emotional and practical support, and of managing case work. In addition you must have experience of managing and motivating staff, knowledge of domestic violence issues, experience of providing support to women, and experience of working in either a women’s refuge or residential setting. A recognised social work, housing or management qualification would be desirable.

The post holder will manage a team of specialist Early Intervention staff and carry a very small caseload of complex cases when necessary. As a member of the management team, the post holder will be required to participate in an out-of-hours management service.

All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the feminist values of empowerment and equality which underpin all of our work. Successful applicants will be expected to work within Refuge’s Values and Behaviour Framework and demonstrate these in their everyday work.

Benefits

Refuge offers: a competitive salary with annual progression within points of the salary grade; 28 days annual leave increasing to 30 days; clinical supervision for all front line staff a pension scheme that includes a 6% employer contribution; as well as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

Other information

Closing Date: Monday 1st November 2021 at 09:00am

Interview Date: Tuesday 9th November 2021

An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate will be required for this role.

Refuge is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. This post however is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development. 

You will deliver a high quality professional service to survivors of domestic violence living in our refuges, those who access our outreach service and independent domestic violence advocacy services. You will work from any of our National sites, providing cover for services who need additional staff. You may be required to travel including some Monday – Friday overnight stays during your assignments.

Your role will involve providing invaluable practice and emotional support to men, women and their children advocating on their behalf in areas such as welfare, housing, courts, police and emotional support as well as supporting women to move to safe, permanent accommodation.

The successful candidates will be passionate about ending gender based violence and have experience of providing emotional and practical support in a paid or unpaid capacity. They will need to work flexibly and have strong organisational skills, good written and verbal communication, and an understanding of the importance of maintaining professional boundaries. The ability to work as part of an on-call rota is also essential.

All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the feminist values of empowerment and equality which underpin all of our work. Successful applicants will be expected to work within Refuge’s Values and Behaviour Framework and demonstrate these in their everyday work

Refuge is proud to be a leader in its field and an employer of choice with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development.  Other benefits include 28 days holiday, pension scheme, an employee assistance programme and a childcare voucher scheme.

Closing date:  9.00 am Friday 26th November 2021

Interview date: Monday 6th December 2021

An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate will be required for this role.

Eastern European Independent Gender Violence Advocate – Polish or Albanian Speaking

Salary: £27,948 per annum

Location: Ealing, Hounslow and Brent, London 

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development

You will support the service manager in building sustainable referral pathways and joint working protocols with a range of partners working with survivors of gender-based violence, including community housing organizations, BAMER support groups, health, substance misuse, law-enforcement agencies and other voluntary and statutory organizations.

You will support the service manager in building sustainable referral pathways and joint working protocols with a range of partners working with survivors of gender-based violence, including community housing organizations, BAMER support groups, health, substance misuse, law-enforcement agencies and other voluntary and statutory organizations.

You will have proven experience of providing direct emotional and practical support to women as well as up-to-date knowledge of legislation relating to survivors of gender-based violence. You will have excellent casework skills, good written and verbal communication skills, clear professional boundaries and be a proactive team player.

Candidates for this role must be proficient in either of the following languages: Polish or Albanian.

All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the feminist values of empowerment and equality which underpin all of our work. Successful applicants will be expected to work within Refuge’s Values and Behaviour Framework and demonstrate these in their everyday work.

Refuge offers: a competitive salary with annual progression within points of the salary grade; 28 days annual leave increasing to 30 days; a pension scheme that includes a 6% employer contribution; as well as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

Closing Date: 9:00am 3rd November 2021

Interview Date: 11th November 2021

An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate will be required for this role.

Refuge is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. This post however is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Job Title: Deputy Service Manager

Location: Kingston, London

Salary: £33,720 per Annum

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development. 

We are recruiting for a Deputy Service Manager to join our team in Kingston, the role involves working closely with people experiencing forms of gender based violence that are escaping domestic violence.

You will also assist the domestic violence services manager in the delivery and development of high quality independent advocacy, outreach, peer mentors and early intervention services for victims escaping gender based violence.

You must have experience of providing direct emotional and practical support, and of managing case work. In addition you must have experience of managing and motivating staff, knowledge of domestic violence issues, experience of providing support to women, and experience of working in either a women’s refuge or residential setting. A recognised social work, housing or management qualification would be desirable.

The post holder will manage a team of Refuge Workers and carry a very small caseload of complex cases when necessary. As a member of the management team, the post holder will be required to participate in an out-of-hours management service.

All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the feminist values of empowerment and equality which underpin all of our work. Successful applicants will be expected to work within Refuge’s Values and Behaviour Framework and demonstrate these in their everyday work.

Refuge offers: a competitive salary with annual progression within points of the salary grade; 28 days annual leave increasing to 30 days; clinical supervision for all front line staff a pension scheme that includes a 6% employer contribution; as well as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

Closing Date: Friday 5th November 2021 at 09:00am

Interview Date: Monday 15th November 2021

An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate will be required for this role.

Refuge is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. This post however is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

EU Independent Gender Violence Advocate

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development. For more information on our work, please visit our website.

Position: Eastern European Independent Gender Violence Advocate - Polish or Albanian speaking 0586
Location: Ealing, Hounslow and Brent, London
Salary: £27,948 per annum
Benefits: a competitive salary with annual progression within points of the salary grade; 28 days annual leave increasing to 30 days; a pension scheme that includes a 6% employer contribution; as well as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Closing Date: 9:00am 3rd November 2021
Interview Date: 11th November 2021

About the Role:

You will support the service manager in building sustainable referral pathways and joint working protocols with a range of partners working with survivors of gender-based violence, including community housing organizations, BAMER support groups, health, substance misuse, law-enforcement agencies and other voluntary and statutory organizations.

About You:

You will support the service manager in building sustainable referral pathways and joint working protocols with a range of partners working with survivors of gender-based violence, including community housing organizations, BAMER support groups, health, substance misuse, law-enforcement agencies and other voluntary and statutory organizations.

You will have proven experience of providing direct emotional and practical support to women as well as up-to-date knowledge of legislation relating to survivors of gender-based violence. You will have excellent casework skills, good written and verbal communication skills, clear professional boundaries and be a proactive team player.

Candidates for this role must be proficient in either of the following languages: Polish or Albanian.

Desirable Skills or Experience

All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the feminist values of empowerment and equality which underpin all of our work. Successful applicants will be expected to work within Refuge’s Values and Behaviour Framework and demonstrate these in their everyday work.

Other information:

An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate will be required for this role.

Refuge is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. This post however is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

You may have experience of the following: Community Outreach Worker, Outreach Worker, Charity, Not For Profit, Third Sector, Support Worker, Mental Health, Voluntary Sector, Inclusion, Community Development, Social Worker, Charities, Community Engagement, Social Care, etc.

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Job Title: National Domestic Abuse Helpline Adviser

Salary: £27,948

Location: Tower Hill, London

Contract Tye: Permanent 

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development.  For more information on our work, please visit our website.

Responsibilities

We are recruiting National Domestic Abuse Helpline Advisers to provide support and information to women experiencing domestic violence and other forms of violence against women and girls (VAWG), family and friends supporting them, and associated professionals, by providing, trauma-informed emotional support and practical help, led by the caller’s needs.

You will participate in answering helpline calls on a 24 hour rota system, assessing each call individually to ensure the highest standards of support. You will be involved in making referrals to women’s refuges and other agencies where appropriate, and complete reporting and evaluation data for the service.

Essential Skills or Experience

You will have an awareness of domestic violence issues, together with the ability to assess the needs of callers to the helpline. In addition you will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills combined with a non-judgmental and confidential approach to supporting women. You will be well organised and have a demonstrable ability to use Microsoft Office. The ability to remain calm and resilient is essential, as is an up-to-date knowledge of housing, criminal, civil and welfare rights legislation relating to domestic violence.

Benefits

Refuge offers: a competitive salary with annual progression within points of the salary grade; 28 days annual leave increasing to 30 days; a pension scheme that includes a 6% employer contribution; as well as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Other information

Closing Date: 9:00am, 03 November 2021

Interview Date: w/c 08 November 2021

An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate will be required for this role.

Refuge is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. This post however is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Special notes:

1. While our preference is for applicants to be able to work 37.5 hours a week, we are happy to also accept applications from candidates who are available to work 22.5 or 30 hours a week. Please note however, due to the rota pattern in place applicants must be prepared to work on a 24 hour rota across all days of the week, weekend, evenings and nights. Successful candidates will be expected to work atleast two night sifts per month. We are unable to agree to applicants only working certain hours and days of the week.

2. The helpline adviser role is currently home based. However with the easing of COVID-19 restrictions successful applicants will be expected to work from our head office at Tower Hill, London in the near future. 

Job Title: Deputy Service Manager

Location: Warrington, North West

Salary: £30,893 per Annum

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development.

We are recruiting for a Deputy Service Manager to join our team in Warrington, the role involves working closely with people experiencing forms of gender based violence that are escaping domestic violence.

You will also assist the domestic violence services manager in the delivery and development of high quality independent advocacy, outreach, peer mentors and early intervention services for victims escaping gender based violence.

You must have experience of providing direct emotional and practical support, and of managing case work. In addition you must have experience of managing and motivating staff, knowledge of domestic violence issues, experience of providing support to women, and experience of working in either a women’s refuge or residential setting. A recognised social work, housing or management qualification would be desirable.

The post holder will manage a team of IDVAs and carry a very small caseload of complex cases when necessary. As a member of the management team, the post holder will be required to participate in an out-of-hours management service.

All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the feminist values of empowerment and equality which underpin all of our work. Successful applicants will be expected to work within Refuge’s Values and Behaviour Framework and demonstrate these in their everyday work.

Refuge offers: a competitive salary with annual progression within points of the salary grade; 28 days annual leave increasing to 30 days; a pension scheme that includes a 6% employer contribution; as well as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

Closing Date: Monday 1st November 2021 at 09:00am

Interview Date: W/C 8th November 2021

An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate will be required for this role.

Refuge is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. This post however is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Independent Gender Violence Advocate

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development.

Position: Independent Gender Violence Advocate 0569
Location: Coventry
Salary: £25.104 per annum
Benefits: a competitive salary with annual progression within points of the salary grade; 28 days annual leave increasing to 30 days; a pension scheme that includes a 6% employer contribution; as well as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Closing Date: 1st November 2021
Interview Date: 9th November 2021

About the Role:

The independent domestic violence advocate will work closely with victims of domestic abuse from the point of crisis, to provide high quality independent advocacy and support to survivors of domestic abuse at the highest risk and their children. This will involve establishing and prioritising the risks to and the needs of survivors of domestic abuse and developing and delivering individual support and risk management plans in partnership with other agencies who attend the MARAC.

The post holder will empower survivors by providing them with emotional, practical and personal welfare support. The job involves ensuring that women are provided with a safe, supportive and welcoming environment and enabling them to access their rights, make decisions and increase their life options. The job involves informing survivors of the full range of civil, criminal and practical options that might increase their safety.

About You:

The successful candidate will have significant proven experience of providing emotional and practical support to survivors of domestic violence. You will understand the legal system in how it relates to survivors of domestic violence and have strong communication skills to deliver presentations and reports to stakeholders effectively. An ability to work independently and prioritise a busy workload is essential.

All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the feminist values of empowerment and equality which underpin all of our work. Successful applicants will be expected to work within Refuge’s Values and Behaviour Framework and demonstrate these in their everyday work.

Other information:

An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate will be required for this role.

Refuge is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. This post however is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

You may have experience of the following: Community Outreach Worker, Outreach Worker, Charity, Not For Profit, Third Sector, Support Worker, Mental Health, Voluntary Sector, Inclusion, Community Development, Social Worker, Charities, Community Engagement, Social Care, etc.

Ref: 103 635