Trafford Domestic Abuse Services (TDAS) is a Quality accredited, registered charity offering support to individuals and families who are affected by domestic abuse since 1990. We support families who live/work in the Trafford area and also provide IDVA and Children and Young People (CYP) support services in Salford. We provide both intervention and prevention services and work in partnership with other voluntary organisations to support families across Greater Manchester.
Purpose of the role
To provide a specialist trauma-informed support service for male adult victims who are residing in TDAS Accommodation.
You will work as part of a skilled, multi-disciplinary staff team and must be approachable and highly motivated in supporting and encouraging each individual person experiencing domestic abuse to make choices in order to determine their own future.
You will be the main support worker for 6 Individual Male victims
Main Duties
* Provide specialist trauma-informed 1-2-1 support for males in Refuge, Move on and Supported Accommodation across Trafford including both practical and emotional support and safety planning.
* To deliver TDAS independent living skills package to male victims in refuge
* To support male victims to recover safe and free from abuse and prepare for moving on from crisis accommodation
* To provide move on support for male residents as they leave the accommodation service – this could be planned or unplanned.
* Make referrals into TDAS services and external services including MARAC accordingly
* Delivery of TDAS True Colours; DA Programme for survivors of Domestic Abuse to enable them to break free, move on with their lives and break the cycle of abuse
* Provide trauma-informed interventions and relapse prevention methods for those males at risk of homelessness, with the greater complexity of need and a history of trauma
* To network and liaise with all relevant agencies regarding the emotional, developmental and practical needs of males for whom TDAS is providing a service
* To undertake checks ensuring all Health & Safety requirements of the male refuge are complied with
* To support the Team leader and Service manager in ensuring the refuge building is managed adequately, repairs are reported promptly and health and safety checks are completed regularly
* Effective Case Management - to record in detail, notes and minutes of all meetings and appropriate discussions with service users
* To actively participate in the development, delivery and reporting of targets, outcomes and outputs in order to comply with funding reports
* To plan and effectively manage own workload, working on own initiative (often in a crisis situation)
* To keep accurate, factual and appropriate daily recordings
* To complete initial and on-going risk assessments and support plans for all residents
* To be a flexible team player supporting colleagues as and when necessary
* To work to promote and support the development of TDAS by being a positive ambassador at all times with colleagues, service users and external agencies
* Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by the Senior Leadership Team, CEO and Board of Trustees, commensurate with the grade and job title of this post
* To comply with and work within the standards laid down within the bounds of all of TDAS's Policies and Procedures and Guidelines
* Ensure all residents are made aware of the services available under the Home Fire Risk Assessment and making appropriate referrals to the Fire Service
* Provide a safe and secure environment, when meeting any resident, in which their physical, emotional, intellectual and social wellbeing is promoted.
* Access regular feedback to improve information, advice and support services offered to individuals
* To be fully aware of and implement, as appropriate, Child Protection, Safeguarding, Policies and Procedures in accordance with TDAS's and Trafford Council policies.
* Work in partnership with and actively network with residents, staff, statutory, voluntary and community organisations to promote the welfare and well being of each individual person offered a service by TDAS.
* Play an active part in the promotion, running and delivery of work undertaken with professionals and residents living in the Refuge and Tier 2 accommodation e.g. True Colours, Back to Me, Brighter Futures, Advice Surgeries and Training for professionals.
* Liaise with TDAS CYP Support Worker in order to provide a holistic support package to any resident who has support needs around their child/ren
* Undertake consultation, monitoring and evaluation in relation to services provided to continuously improve services provision.
General
* Work with the Chief Executive Officer and other staff members to promote and support the development of TDAS.
* To adhere to TDAS Code of Conduct at all times.
* To attend staff meetings when required
* To work in line with, and follow, the policies and procedures of TDAS.
* To ensure that all TDAS policies and procedures are implemented and promoted by staff.
* To actively promote diversity in the organisation.
* To act as an ambassador for and represent the TDAS at external functions.
* To represent TDAS on local and regional forums.
* To build positive relationships and partnerships with key local agencies
* To embody TDAS's values and act as a role model.
* To participate actively in the management team, contributing to the strategic development of the organisation.
* To undertake any other duties as may be deemed consistent with the requirements of the post.
Application Criteria and Process
Closing: 25th September 2025
Screening: 26th September 2025
Interviews: Week commencing 29th September 2025
To apply for this position it is essential that you have or are working towards the necessary qualifications outlined in the person specification.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS.
Applicants with minimum qualifications and experience will only be considered. Due to the requirements of the role, we are requesting that male only applicants apply. Please do not send CVs, as they will not be processed.
No agencies please.
To apply please visit our website and download our recruitment pack and application form.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £28,359.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* On-site gym
* On-site parking
* Work from home
Work Location: In person