DRIVE Perpetrator Service Caseworker
We have a new and exciting opportunity within Victim Support to provide Domestic Abuse case management interventions across Cumbria, as part of the Drive Project.
The Drive Partnership, formed by Respect, SafeLives and Social Finance, is working to transform the national response to perpetrators of domestic abuse. They work to end domestic abuse and protect victims by disrupting, challenging, and changing the behaviour of those who are causing harm. Together they have developed the Drive Project to address a gap in work with high-harm, high-risk perpetrators of domestic abuse. They also work to advocate for systems and policy change- to develop sustainable, national systems that respond more effectively to all perpetrators of domestic abuse.
Victim Support are recruiting 2 Case Managers to cover the Cumberland area, and 2 Case Managers to cover the Westmorland & Furness area.
Drive is an innovative national project that aims to improve the lives and safety of victims and children, by holding high-risk perpetrators to account. The project combines case management of perpetrators with a co-ordinated multi-agency response.
As a Case Manager, you will strive to make contact and work on a one-to-one basis with perpetrators to pro-actively secure engagement, influence attitudinal and behavioural change and link to complementary services.
To do this, you will work alongside existing agencies to design a co-ordinated, intervention plan, addressing identified needs and risks, and promoting understanding of the impact of abusive behaviours.
You will work closely with the IDVA’s (integrated partner support) to review risk, develop safety plans, and improve outcomes for all parties involved.
You will be passionate and committed to working within a multi-disciplinary team and will have a demonstrable track record of working with complex need service users. This may be within the field of domestic abuse, and/or mental health, substance misuse and offending.
Extensive training will be provided.
Required: Full driving license and access to your own vehicle for work 5 days a week – all client related travel will be reimbursed.
We are seeking experienced professionals from domestic abuse, offender rehabilitation, or mental health backgrounds who bring strong case management expertise and a passion for behaviour change. This role involves delivering one-to-one psychosocial interventions with high-risk perpetrators of domestic abuse, aiming to reduce long-term risk to current and future victims/survivors, and children.
By supporting individuals to make meaningful changes, the role also contributes to improved quality of life and safer outcomes—helping offenders move away from the criminal justice system.
These posts will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
Interviews will take place on 29th and 30th October 2025 in Carlisle Police Station.
County/Borough Cumbria Office location Kendal, Workington & Carlisle Full time/Part time Full time Hours per week 37.5 Work schedule Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm with occasional work on Saturday's to deliver perpetrator programmes Basic Salary £28,611.00 Contract type Permanent DBS required? Enhanced Police vetting required? Yes Closing Date 24/10/2025 Ref No 6388 Documents
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What we offer:
At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:
2. Flexible working options including hybrid working
3. 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
4. An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave
5. Pension with 5% employer contribution
6. Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments
7. High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts
8. Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
9. Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
10. Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes
11. Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans
12. Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression
About the role:
This role is based Cumbria. This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. If you are unable to drive because of a disability please indicate this in your application in your personal statement so we can explore the feasibility of alternative arrangements.
The Drive Partnership, formed by Respect, SafeLives and Social Finance, is working to transform the national response to perpetrators of domestic abuse. They work to end domestic abuse and protect victims by disrupting, challenging, and changing the behaviour of those who are causing harm. Together they have developed the Drive Project to address a gap in work with high-harm, high-risk perpetrators of domestic abuse. They also work to advocate for systems and policy change- to develop sustainable, national systems that respond more effectively to all perpetrators of domestic abuse.
Drive is an innovative national project that aims to improve the lives and safety of victims and children, by holding high-risk perpetrators to account. The project combines case management of perpetrators with a co-ordinated multi-agency response.
As a Case Manager, you will strive to make contact and work on a one-to-one basis with perpetrators to pro-actively secure engagement, influence attitudinal and behavioural change and link to complementary services.
To do this, you will work alongside existing agencies to design a co-ordinated, intervention plan, addressing identified needs and risks, and promoting understanding of the impact of abusive behaviours.
You will work closely with the IDVA’s (integrated partner support) to review risk, develop safety plans, and improve outcomes for all parties involved.
You will be passionate and committed to working within a multi-disciplinary team and will have a demonstrable track record of working with complex need service users. This may be within the field of domestic abuse, and/or mental health, substance misuse and offending.