Domestic Abuse Support Worker – Manchester (Car & Fuel)

Niyaa People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Niyaa People are recruiting on behalf of a large national housing charity with services across the UK, expanding their provision in Manchester. We are looking for an experienced Domestic Abuse Support Worker to join a new service supporting adults and children, with a focus on domestic abuse, safeguarding and complex support needs.

This hands-on role requires someone who is passionate about safeguarding and working with vulnerable people, and who can contribute to safe move-ins, inductions, and

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Domestic Abuse Support Worker, Complex Needs Worker or similar.
• Strong background in domestic abuse and safeguarding.
• Experience supporting vulnerable adults and/or children.
• Confident completing risk assessments, referrals and support assessments.
• Experience working with Children’s Services and other statutory agencies.
• Understanding of housing, tenancy sustainment and Housing Benefit.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and risk management.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
• Full UK driving licence; company car and fuel card provided.
• Professional, resilient and confident when dealing with complex situations.
• Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply due to the nature of the service.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical and emotional support to adults and children with complex needs.
• Support individuals affected by domestic abuse and safeguarding concerns.
• Complete referrals, assessments and risk assessments.
• Support with move-ins, inductions and ongoing assessments.
• Work with Children’s Services, local authorities and partner agencies.
• Support residents with Housing Benefit and welfare-related matters.
• Carry out regular room and welfare checks.
• Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns.
• Maintain accurate case notes, records and support plans.
• Promote independence, safety and tenancy sustainment.
• Participate in the on-call rota for emergencies.

Skills

Domestic Abuse

Complex Needs

Safeguarding

Risk assessments

Housing Benefit

Education

Health & Social Care Level 2

Job description

Niyaa People are recruiting on behalf of a large national housing charity with services across the UK, expanding their provision in Manchester. We are looking for an experienced Domestic Abuse Support Worker to join a new service supporting adults and children, with a focus on domestic abuse, safeguarding and complex support needs.

This hands-on role requires someone who is passionate about safeguarding and working with vulnerable people, and who can contribute to safe move-ins, inductions, and