Domestic Abuse Practitioner (Family Safeguarding)
A rewarding opportunity for a safeguarding-focused practitioner to support survivors of domestic abuse within a multi-agency team, delivering trauma-informed care, risk assessment and case management to improve family outcomes.
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Please note: Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female
SALARY: £25,282 (unqualified) to £30,304 (qualified) per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Walsall, West Midlands
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday, 9am 5pm (37.5 hours per week)
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Domestic Abuse Practitioner to join a multi-disciplinary safeguarding team supporting families at risk.
Working closely with childrens social care and partner agencies, the Domestic Abuse Practitioner will deliver trauma-informed support, risk assessment and safety planning to individuals experiencing domestic abuse.
As a Domestic Abuse Practitioner you will manage a varied caseload, contribute to child protection plans and work collaboratively to improve outcomes for children, young people and adults.
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through integrated working, empowering individuals and promoting long-term resilience.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Domestic Abuse Practitioner include:
Case Management: Hold and manage a caseload, completing risk assessments, safety planning and regular reviews
Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate with social care, probation, health and other professionals to deliver coordinated support
Support Delivery: Provide practical and emotional support to victims and their children using a trauma-informed approach
Safeguarding Practice: Contribute to child protection and child in need plans, ensuring safeguarding responsibilities are met
Risk Assessment: Identify and respond to escalating risks, ensuring timely interventions and safety measures
Advocacy: Support individuals in accessing housing, legal advice, benefits and other essential services
Group Facilitation: Deliver group programmes to raise awareness of healthy relationships and the impact of abuse
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate, confidential case records in line with organisational and GDPR requirements
Partnership Engagement: Attend case conferences, reviews and multi-agency meetings as required
Service Development: Contribute to continuous improvement, sharing best practice and supporting innovation
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
Please note: Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female
Previous experience supporting victims or survivors of domestic abuse
Experience managing a caseload, including risk assessment and support planning
Strong understanding of safeguarding adults and children
Knowledge of domestic abuse dynamics and its impact on families
Ability to build effective working relationships with professionals and service users
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Competence using Microsoft Office and digital systems
Commitment to a client-centred, non-judgemental approach
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Eligibility to work in the UK
DESIRABLE
Relevant Level 3 qualification or equivalent
Experience within multi-agency or family safeguarding environments
Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and motivational interviewing
Understanding of mental health, substance misuse and complex needs
Experience facilitating group work or structured programmes
BENEFITS
Mileage allowance
Training and development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme
Access to group clinical supervision
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
Wellbeing day
Annual leave buy-back scheme
Bi-annual staff away days
Time off in lieu (TOIL)
5% employer pension contribution
This role requires a DBS check
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JOB REF: AWDO-P14579
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