Direct Intervention Team Manager (women only)

Savera UK; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization based in Liverpool seeks a Direct Intervention Team Manager. You will lead a team delivering safeguarding services, manage complex cases, and contribute to organizational strategy. Ideal candidates will have experience in safeguarding and a commitment to community advocacy. The position offers a salary of £34,500 – £38,000 and various employee benefits including 28 days annual leave.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Wellbeing support

Ongoing training and development

Employer pension contribution

Qualifications

• Experience delivering safeguarding and advocacy services.
• Knowledge of harmful practices and their impact on communities.
• Ability to manage referrals and complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Direct Intervention team.
• Build partnerships with agencies and professionals.
• Ensure service standards are upheld.

Skills

Experience managing frontline safeguarding or domestic abuse services

Knowledge of working across diverse communities

Experience in leading, mentoring and supporting staff and volunteers

Experience in service development

Commitment to values of respect and inclusion

Job description

Overview

Location: Liverpool (with travel as required). This role is based in our Liverpool office

Salary: £34,500 – £38,000 (depending on experience)

Hours: 37.5 per week | Full-time, subject to funding

Reporting to: CEO

Direct Reports: Staff, volunteers, and student placements

Join Savera UK

Are you passionate about human rights and committed to ending “honour”-based abuse (HBA) and harmful practices? We are seeking a Direct Intervention Team Manager to lead our frontline service, supporting those at risk and driving change across communities.

The Role

This is a rewarding leadership role where you will:

• Lead and support the Direct Intervention team to deliver safeguarding and advocacy services
• Manage referrals, complex cases, and ensure person-centred support
• Build and maintain partnerships with agencies and professionals
• Contribute to organisational development, fundraising, and strategy
• Ensure safeguarding, risk management, and service standards are upheld

About You

We’re looking for someone with:

• Experience managing frontline safeguarding or domestic abuse services
• Knowledge of working across diverse communities, particularly those where HBA and harmful practices are more prevalent
• Experience in leading, mentoring and supporting staff and volunteers
• Experience in service development, project management, and budgeting
• Commitment to Savera UK’s values of respect, inclusion, compassion, innovation, and ambition

What We Offer

• 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Wellbeing support and external supervision
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employer pension contribution (3%)
• Starting salary within the range will be determined based on experience, internal equity, and available budget

Equality & Occupational Requirements

This role is open to female applicants only under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, due to the nature of the work and needs of our service users.

How to Apply

Please send your CV, covering letter and equal opportunities form to: [e-mail]. Please ensure that your covering letter tells us how your skills and experience meet the role requirements.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with first interviews taking place in September. The advert may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed, so early applications are strongly encouraged.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role before applying, please contact Jenny at [e-mail].

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know at the time of applying.