People Domestic Abuse Independent Specialist Domestic Violence Advisor Ref: 000814 Contract: Fixed Term (12 months) Salary: 37,938 - 41,511 per annum (Grade 7) Hours: 36.66 per week Based: Spindles Offices, Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub Closing Date: Monday 16th June 2025 Shortlisting & Interview Dates: TBC. Role Overview: Based within the Domestic Abuse Team the purpose of the role is to provide a high quality solution focused service for victims of domestic abuse; assessing those at highest risk, providing safety planning, crisis intervention and appropriate support and advocacy to minimise the risk posed to victims and their children and families. Key Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of clients, including those classed as high and medium risk, in order to reduce risk and keep victims safe; Work within a multi-agency framework through the Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) to manage and minimise risk; Support victims through the criminal justice system and relevant court orders; Support victims and their families to be able to take control and move on with their lives. Key Requirements: To succeed in this role you will need as a minimum: Experience of working directly with victims of domestic abuse, advocacy and support work Detailed knowledge of the working practices around domestic abuse, the Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) process and statutory agency responsibilities Comprehensive understanding of the needs of victims of domestic abuse and the impact on themselves and their children and families Thorough understanding of the criminal justice system and relevant court orders We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and therefore expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. About Us: We want Oldham to have vibrant, safe neighbourhoods where people are proud to live with opportunities for healthier, more fulfilled lives; and a sustainable, thriving economy. As we look to the future, the challenges may be significant, but so are the opportunities. We ve identified three missions with our residents and partners, focusing on what will deliver the biggest impact: A Great Place to Live, Healthier, Happier Lives, and Green and Growing. We re looking for candidates who will support us to achieve our ambitions and we encourage you to download our Corporate Plan: Ready for the Future and our Oldham Plan for further information. Our Values and Behaviours: By driving innovation, investing in our people, and championing our communities, we will ensure that Oldham continues to be a place where everyone can live their best life. To support this, we have three core values which define who we are and how we operate. These are Proud, Ambitious, and Together, and they shape our culture, inform our decisions, and inspire us to deliver on our commitments to the people of Oldham. We have translated these values into five behaviours which guide our actions and are the standards we hold ourselves to, day in and day out: Work with a resident focus Support local leaders Committed to the borough Delivery high performance Take ownership and drive change You can find out more about our values and behaviours on our greater.jobs Oldham page Our Benefits Package: At Oldham Council we offer a great benefits package for our employees, which includes the following: 25 days annual leave which increases after 5 and 10-years service The option to purchase additional annual leave. An attractive LGPS benefit pension scheme with the option to make shared cost additional voluntary contributions. Discounted gym membership with Oldham Active. Staff discount scheme for shopping, entertainment, eating-out, eating-in, travel, motoring and more. Salary sacrifice scheme for home and electronics and Cycle to Work. Wellbeing support, including a Mental Health First Aider network and an Employment Assistance Programme that provides 24 hours access to advice and support. Staff recognition and celebration events. Peer support groups Inclusive Recruitment: We work closely with employees to help them work at their best, including making adjustments such as flexible working, describing available working patterns, providing equipment or making changes to the workplace. If you re an applicant with disabilities, have previously been in or currently in care, a carer or someone who has served in the Armed Forces and you meet the essential criteria of the role, you are guaranteed to reach the first stage of assessment under our Guaranteed Assessment Scheme. Data and Privacy: For details of how we use your data please see our p rivacy notice. 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