Job Description
Domestic Abuse Practitioner (Family Safeguarding)
A rewarding opportunity for a safeguarding-focused practitioner to support survivors of domestic abuse within a multi-agency team, delivering trauma-informed care, risk assessment and case management to improve family outcomes.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you:
Domestic Abuse Support Worker, Independent Domestic Violence Advocate, IDVA, Family Support Worker, Safeguarding Practitioner, Independent Domestic Violence Advisor, Independent Sexual Violence Advisor, MARAC Representative, Refuge Support Worker, DVA Outreach Worker, DASH Assessor, Domestic Abuse Navigator, CYP Practitioner, Children and Young People Practitioner, Family Support Worker
Please note: Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female
SALARY: £25,282 (unqualified) to £30,304 (qualified) per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Walsall, West Midlands
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm (37.5 hours per week)
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Domestic Abuse Practitioner to join a multi-disciplinary safeguarding team supporting families at risk.
Working closely with children’s social care and partner agencies, the Domestic Abuse Practitioner will deliver trauma-informed support, risk assessment and safety planning to individuals experiencing domestic abuse.
As a Domestic Abuse Practitioner you will manage a varied caseload, contribute to child protection plans and work collaboratively to improve outcomes for children, young people and adults.
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through integrated working, empowering individuals and promoting long-term resilience.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Domestic Abuse Practitioner include:
* Case Management: Hold and manage a caseload, completing risk assessments, safety planning and regular reviews
* Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate with social care, probation, health and other professionals to deliver coordinated support
* Support Delivery: Provide practical and emotional support to victims and their children using a trauma-informed approach
* Safeguarding Practice: Contribute to child protection and child in need plans, ensuring safeguarding responsibilities are met
* Risk Assessment: Identify and respond to escalating risks, ensuring timely interventions and safety measures
* Advocacy: Support individuals in accessing housing, legal advice, benefits and other essential services
* Group Facilitation: Deliver group programmes to raise awareness of healthy relationships and the impact of abuse
* Record Keeping: Maintain accurate, confidential case records in line with organisational and GDPR requirements
* Partnership Engagement: Attend case conferences, reviews and multi-agency meetings as required
* Service Development: Contribute to continuous improvement, sharing best practice and supporting innovation
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
* Please note: Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female
* Previous experience supporting victims or survivors of domestic abuse
* Experience managing a caseload, including risk assessment and support planning
* Strong understanding of safeguarding adults and children
* Knowledge of domestic abuse dynamics and its impact on families
* Ability to build effective working relationships with professionals and service users
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Competence using Microsoft Office and digital systems
* Commitment to a client-centred, non-judgemental approach
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
* Eligibility to work in the UK
DESIRABLE
* Relevant Level 3 qualification or equivalent
* Experience within multi-agency or family safeguarding environments
* Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and motivational interviewing
* Understanding of mental health, substance misuse and complex needs
* Experience facilitating group work or structured programmes
BENEFITS
* Mileage allowance
* Training and development opportunities
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Access to group clinical supervision
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
* Wellbeing day
* Annual leave buy-back scheme
* Bi-annual staff away days
* Time off in lieu (TOIL)
* 5% employer pension contribution
This role requires a DBS check
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JOB REF: AWDO-P14579
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