Domestic Abuse Practitioner

2M Employment Solutions Limited; Dudley; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Dudley is looking for a Domestic Abuse Practitioner for maternity cover (part-time, 22.5 hours/week). The role involves supporting victims through various programs and collaborating with local authorities. Candidates should have relevant experience in domestic abuse support. The salary ranges from £14,586.02 to £17,483.45 pro rata, based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a caseload of domestic abuse cases.
• Knowledge of the dynamics of domestic abuse.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to domestic abuse victims referred from Children's services.
• Support victims using the Family Safeguarding approach.
• Enhance collaborative practices to improve family outcomes.

Skills

Experience of supporting victims/survivors of domestic abuse

Understanding of safeguarding children and adults

Self-driven and conscientious

Job description

Overview

Black Country Women's Aid (BCWA) is an established charity providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services are client- and needs-led and include advocacy, civil remedies, court support, individual and group support, and access to therapeutic interventions.

This position is within the Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service, which supports victims in Sandwell, Dudley, Wolverhampton and Walsall through contracted/commissioning arrangements and works in partnership with BCWA and key agencies using a trauma-informed approach.

Job Role

Job Title: Domestic Abuse Practitioner (maternity cover)
Position: 1 part-time (12 months maternity cover) – 22.5 hours per week (days negotiable) based in Dudley
Salary: £14,586.02 (unqualified) – £17,483.45 (qualified) pro rata; £24,310.04 (unqualified) – £29,139.08 (qualified) FTE
Closing date: 10 October 2025
Interviews: via Microsoft Teams

Responsibilities

• Work within the family safeguarding team to provide support to victims of domestic abuse referred from Children's services, specifically those on child in need and child protection plans.
• Support victims using the Family Safeguarding approach, contributing to multi-disciplinary work within Dudley Council and BCWA.
• Contribute to collaborative practices between Dudley Council and BCWA to improve outcomes for families through shared learning and training.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Experience of supporting victims/survivors of domestic abuse and managing a caseload.
• Understanding of safeguarding children and adults, and the dynamics of domestic abuse.
• Self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with ambition.

Application Process

To be considered, click 'apply' to receive a link to an application form, job description, equal opportunities form, and details on completing your application. CVs will not be accepted.

Important Information

BCWA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people; all posts are subject to safeguarding checks.

Legal and recruitment information: All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required. The post holder must be female (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9). All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. Right to work in the UK checks are required; candidates attending interviews must bring original documents. We adhere to safer recruitment practices.