Overview
Birmingham and Solihull Women’s Aid has, for over 45 years, supported women and children with services around domestic violence and abuse. We continue our mission to end domestic violence and abuse and seek like-minded women to join our team of workers who are passionate about supporting women and children who have experienced domestic abuse and tackling the wider issues of violence against women and girls.
The region’s leading charity in tackling violence against women and girls, BSWA, offers a helpline, webchat, drop‑in and community support as well as emergency accommodation in six refuges across the area. Projects supports women in the criminal justice system, in healthcare settings, and throughout the community, offering support to women and children experiencing domestic violence. Alongside this, we also have staff offering training and consultancy to businesses and health and social care professionals alike, raising awareness on gender based violence issues.
Key Responsibilities
* The postholder will grow and engage with BSWA’s supporter community through timely and effective communication.
* The postholder will lead BSWA’s presence on social media, producing sensitive, impactful and informative communications and content, to raise awareness of violence against women and girls and drive support for the organisation.
* The postholder will support and uphold the BSWA brand, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s mission, vision and values at all times.
Experience Required
* Developing creative and engaging content and communications
* Handling emotive issues with due sensitivity and care, both in person and online
* Forward planning and organisation
* Using Microsoft Office packages, social media platforms, web editing using tools such as WordPress, and content creation tools such as Canva
Benefits
* 31 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
* Up to 6% matched pension contribution
* Free access to Employee Assistance Programme
* Life Assurance scheme while in employment (a lump sum of 4 times salary)
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Health Cash Plan scheme available to all employees from day one
* Hybrid working arrangements where applicable, subject to the role and our Hybrid Working Policy
BSWA is a Disability Confident Employer. We want everyone to have an equal chance at being considered for our jobs. If you are unable to submit your application online and would prefer an alternative method, or you are experiencing another barrier to completing your application, please contact our recruitment team at: recruitment@bswaid.org.
These posts are covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010) and women only need apply.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 12 noon on 19 November 2025. Interviews will take place in the weeks beginning 1 December 2025.
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