Your Role
An experienced Domestic Abuse Social Worker will join a small specialist team led by a Domestic Abuse Team Leader, working across multiple agencies to support children and families affected by domestic abuse. The role involves contributing to strategy discussions and Section 47 enquiries, providing expertise in risk assessment, safety planning and risk management, representing children’s social care in key forums such as daily risk meetings, MARAC and MAPPA, and developing learning and training opportunities, including the Caring Dads programme.
"We have a really lovely, supportive team which gives so many opportunities to work closely with families and bring about meaningful change. There are some amazing colleagues and managers who bring tonnes of knowledge and skills and it’s a very friendly ‘lets learn from each other’ atmosphere. I’ve worked here nearly 9 years and it really is a great team to be a part of!" – Sarah Jane Mason
Responsibilities
* Work with multi‑agency partners (children’s social care, health, education, police, voluntary and community sector organisations) to strengthen responses where domestic abuse impacts children and families.
* Provide specialist input on assessment, planning and intervention with families.
* Contribute to strategy discussions and Section 47 enquiries.
* Provide expertise in risk assessment, safety planning and risk management.
* Represent children’s social care in daily risk meetings, MARAC, MAPPA and other key forums.
* Support the development of learning and training opportunities across the wider service.
* Deliver specialist interventions, including the Caring Dads programme.
Qualifications
* Minimum of two years’ experience as a social worker.
* Demonstrated experience working with domestic abuse victims, survivors or perpetrators.
* Passion for relationship‑based social work and commitment to supporting children and families.
* Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
* Commitment to professional development and continuous learning.
Benefits
* Modern and pleasant offices with latest technology, located in the town centre.
* Reimbursement of Social Work England regulator fees.
* Full subscription to Research in Practice to access latest research publications.
* Discounted multi‑storey parking on site.
* Essential Car User Allowance from £846 per annum in addition to salary.
* Annual ‘Ambitious Stockport’ Awards recognising colleagues who live our values every day.
* Opportunity for experienced social workers to become a Practice Educator and earn a payment for mentoring a student.
* High‑quality reflective supervision and support for ASYE and senior practitioners.
* Access to Stockport Family clinical psychologists and therapeutic social workers for specialist advice.
* Co‑located integrated working with health and education services for rapid support to families.
* Systemic social work training, foundation year and supervision skills.
* Opportunities to become a Practice Educator and support ASYE social workers.
* Comprehensive support from workforce development managers at every stage of career.
* Dedicated corporate induction and opportunity to meet senior leadership.
* Regular informal learning circles to keep knowledge and skills up‑to‑date.
* Commitment to your Continuing Professional Development with tailored training courses.
Employment Conditions
The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment clearances, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Visa sponsorship licences are not available for this role.
Equal Opportunities Statement
Stockport Council is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce, providing equal employment opportunities and engaging staff in key decisions. We ensure fair and flexible working conditions for all employees.
Contact
For more information about the role, please contact Jemma Parish at jemma.parish@stockport.gov.uk or Leanne Baines at leanne.baines@stockport.gov.uk for an informal discussion about the role.
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