Domestic Abuse Practitioner (BAME Specialist)
Leicester
Permanent
20 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
Salary: £13,624 per annum
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate and resilient Domestic Abuse Practitioner to support BAME women and their children within a specialist refuge service in Leicester.
You will provide safe, culturally sensitive support to individuals experiencing domestic abuse, forced marriage, honour-based violence, and other forms of harm. This is a frontline role where you will help residents rebuild their confidence, independence, and wellbeing in a safe and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage referrals, admissions, and risk/needs assessments
* Provide 1:1 emotional and practical support, including safety planning
* Support access to housing, benefits, legal, health, and education services
* Advocate for residents and attend key appointments
* Deliver culturally appropriate support to BAME communities
* Develop and review personalised support plans
* Support safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults
* Assist with the day-to-day running of the refuge
* Maintain accurate records and case notes
* Participate in on-call/out-of-hours support
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