Belmont Recruitment are recruiting for Domestic Abuse Outreach Workers with a focus around Family Safeguarding, for a full:time permanent position based in Southampton.
Salary; 25,750: 26,383 per annum
Hours; 37.5h per week
Location; Southampton (Community and Co:Located role)
About the Role
We are recruiting a Domestic Abuse Outreach Worker to join a multidisciplinary Family Safeguarding Team in Southampton. This community:based role works alongside social care and partner agencies to deliver a whole:family approach to domestic abuse and child protection, helping keep children safe at home wherever possible.
Key Responsibilities
Provide one:to:one outreach support to victims and survivors of domestic abuse
Complete evidence:based risk assessments
Develop and review individual safety plans
Deliver practical and emotional advocacy support
Support parents to understand the impact of domestic abuse on children
Provide direct 1:1 support to children affected by domestic abuse
Participate in MARAC, HRDA and court processes as required
Identify and assess risk posed by individuals using abusive behaviours
Support delivery of group work and parenting interventions
Escalate safeguarding concerns appropriately
Maintain accurate and confidential case records
Work within safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection frameworks
Contribute to multidisciplinary team discussions and supervision
Build strong working relationships with statutory and voluntary agencies
Promote awareness of domestic abuse services within the community
Manage a proactive and organised caseload
Ensure child safety remains paramount in all interventions
Work in line with legislation, policy and best practice guidance
Contribute to service development and continuous improvement
About You
Experience advocating for vulnerable individuals
Experience working within a multi:agency safeguarding framework
Strong understanding of domestic abuse and child protection
Experience facilitating group work or structured interventions
Ability to assess and manage complex risk
Excellent communication and partnership:working skills
Resilient, empathetic and solution:focused approach
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Clean driving licence and access to a vehicle
Willingness to participate in on:call duties
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference within an innovative family safeguarding model, supporting survivors and promoting lasting change.