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Chester, Cheshire West and Chester (On-site)
£28,444 per year
Part-time (32 Hours Per Week)
Permanent

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Job description

Women-only post (Section 7(2)(d) applies)

Team Leader – Domestic Abuse Safe Accommodation (Cheshire West and Chester) 


Salary: £28,444 per annum
Hours: 32 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: To be confirmed

About WHAG

WHAG is a leading charity delivering high‑quality, trauma‑informed support to women, men and families affected by domestic abuse, sexual violence, homelessness and relationship breakdown across the Northwest. Our work is rooted in empowerment, choice, strength and change, supporting people to rebuild their lives safely and independently. 

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader to lead and coordinate our Domestic Abuse Safe Accommodation Service in Cheshire West and Chester. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will provide strong operational leadership, ensure high‑quality service delivery, and develop effective partnerships with local agencies and stakeholders. 

You will support and supervise staff, oversee casework quality, manage risk, contribute to service development, and ensure contractual and safeguarding requirements are met. This role includes participation in a 24/7 on‑call rota and occasional evening and weekend work. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate a trauma‑informed domestic abuse safe accommodation service
  • Provide supervision, case management and quality assurance to staff and volunteers
  • Manage referrals, risk assessments, safeguarding concerns and crisis responses
  • Ensure effective multi‑agency working, including MARAC and local partnership forums
  • Monitor service outcomes, complete reporting and contribute to service improvement
  • Support recruitment, induction and development of staff and volunteers
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with policies and legislation 

About You

You will have:

  • Experience supporting adults and children affected by domestic abuse, sexual violence or stalking
  • Experience of strengths‑based risk assessment, including DASH RIC
  • Strong experience of multi‑agency working and managing complex cases
  • Proven ability to manage, supervise and motivate teams
  • A trauma‑informed, person‑centred approach to service delivery
  • Knowledge of safeguarding, housing, welfare benefits and relevant legislation
  • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
  • A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion 

Essential Requirements

  • Relevant qualification or equivalent experience (with willingness to work towards Level 5)
  • Ability to travel across the contract area and access to a car
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and on‑call rota
  • Enhanced DBS check 

What We Offer

  • 25 days annual leave rising to 28 days (pro‑rata) plus bank holidays
  • Pension via NEST
  • Health plan and employee wellbeing support
  • Flexible working (for non‑rota posts)
  • Bike‑to‑work and tech salary‑sacrifice schemes
  • Free parking and charity worker discounts 

WHAG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Application resources
Organisation
WHAG View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 51 - 100
Posted on: 09 April 2026
Closing date: 24 April 2026 at 10:00
Job ref: CWaC/TL/Apr26
Tags: Advice / Information, Housing, Domestic Violence / Abuse, Gender / Gender Based Violence, Homelessness, LGBTQ, Safeguarding, Substance Misuse, Victim Support, Wellbeing