Overview
The postholder will provide contact and support at specified periods to victims and partners of service users who are scheduled to attend a domestic abuse intervention programme. This role will entail regular liaison with group facilitators, case managers and external agencies and will require attendance at high profile risk management meetings such as MAPPA or MARAC. Flexible working hours are required (evening and weekends, where necessary) to be flexible as to when partners/victims can meet/be contacted.
Responsibilities, Activities & Duties
* Initiate timely contact with victims and partners of perpetrators attending a PS domestic abuse intervention.
* Provide written information and discuss programme content with the victims and partners of perpetrators attending PS interventions and obtain a signed disclosure of information form and manage victims\' expectations.
* Assess safety of home visiting, including offender information such as OASys and contact with a range of statutory and non-statutory agencies (e.g. social services, police, Victim Support) and complete a DASH risk assessment.
* Explain the purpose of the SARA (spousal assault risk assessment) and administer if required.
* Request feedback from partners/victims at regular intervals throughout the intervention.
* Carry out safeguarding children and safeguarding adult duties in accordance with the PS statutory responsibilities and agency policies.
* Ensure that any information relating to the service users\' risk is, where appropriate, shared promptly and in a victim sensitive manner with the Probation Practitioner, programme team and other agencies where relevant.
* Complete a victim/partner report as required, summarising key victim issues.
* Promote the safety of victims, children and other dependants by supporting victims to construct a realistic safety plan and provide information about appropriate local support organisations.
* Provide victims and partners with information about the perpetrator\'s attendance on the programme.
* Form and maintain relationships with local support services to enable successful referrals for support and advice and contributing to a coordinated community response to domestic violence.
* Take an active part in interagency risk management meetings where appropriate, such as MAPPA and MARAC.
Working Arrangements
The MoJ offers Hybrid Working arrangements where business need allows. This is an informal, non-contractual form of flexible working that blends working from your base location, different MoJ sites and/or from home. Some roles will not be suitable for Hybrid Working. Arrangements will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate(s) and subject to regular review. For nationally advertised roles, the successful candidate(s) will be appointed to a MoJ office location which may include their nearest Justice Collaboration Centre or Justice Satellite Office. Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week excluding unpaid breaks. HMPPS welcomes part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns, where they meet the demands of the role and business needs. All applications for part-time, flexible and job-sharing working patterns will be considered in accordance with the HMPPS\' Flexible Working policy.
Working Together Experience We will assess your experience for this role via the following methods: CV or Work History, Experience Questions; Experience Questions; Application Form Question (Word Limit 250); Evidence of Experience (CV or Work History); Experience Questions; Interview stage assessments; Interview Dates Expected Week Commencing 6th October 2025.
Experience, Qualifications & Skills
* Behaviours: Making Effective Decisions, Working Together, Communicating and Influencing
* Current Drivers Licence and willingness to travel is essential
* Essential Experience: Strong knowledge of domestic abuse and related issues; Awareness of how domestic violence impacts on partners and children; The ability to relate positively and empathetically to victims and/or those dealing with distressing personal circumstances; Enabling individuals to identify factors which affect their safety, well-being and social inclusion; Enabling individuals to identify options for improving their safety, well-being and social inclusion
* Technical requirements: Educated to NVQ L2 or above; IDVA qualified or ability to complete within first year of appointment; Driving Licence
* Ability: Good self-management skills and above average ability to take initiative and problem solve; Demonstrating a willingness to ask for assistance or refer a matter when appropriate
Benefits & Other Information
* The MoJ offers a range of benefits:
* Annual Leave: 25 days on appointment and will increase to 30 days after five years\' service, plus public holidays. Leave for part-time and job share posts will be calculated on a pro-rata basis.
* Pension: The National Probation Service is covered by the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) run through the Greater Manchester Pension Fund (GMPF).
* Training: The Ministry of Justice is committed to staff development and offers an extensive range of training and development opportunities.
* Networks: Employee-run networks for minority ethnic origin, disabilities, caring responsibilities, women, and LGBT+; opportunities to provide views to senior management.
* Eligibility: All candidates are subject to security and identity checks prior to taking up post.
* Support: A range of 'Family Friendly' policies, flexible benefits, childcare support information, paid paternity/adoption/maternity leave, and other related arrangements.
* Working for the Civil Service: Civil Service Code; opportunities for disability adjustments; Redeployment Interview Scheme.
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