Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC)

2M Employment Solutions; Sandwell; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support charity in the West Midlands is seeking an Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker. This full-time role involves managing a caseload of high-risk domestic abuse victims experiencing stalking. The ideal candidate will have frontline experience and a strong understanding of safeguarding principles. Training may be provided for the right candidate. Competitive salary offered within the range of £23,809.50 - £25,838.68.

Qualifications

• Frontline experience working with high-risk domestic abuse and stalking victims.
• Experience of managing a caseload, including risk assessments, needs assessments and support planning.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles for children and adults.
• Knowledge of domestic abuse and stalking dynamics and their impact on victims.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality service, managing a caseload of high-risk domestic abuse victims experiencing stalking.
• Support victims of stalking using evidence-based methods to identify risk.
• Provide practical guidance and safety advice to those experiencing harassment.
• Refer to relevant agencies and participate in the Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC).
• Assist with awareness-raising campaigns, training, and events.

Skills

Experience with high-risk domestic abuse victims

Managing a caseload

Understanding of safeguarding principles

Knowledge of domestic abuse and stalking dynamics

Job description

Overview

Black Country Women's Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands, providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs‑led.

Services Provided

• Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley)
• BCWA IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service
• Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country)
• Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum
• Black Country Counselling Service
• Domestic and sexual abuse Children and Young person’s service (Black Country)
• West Midlands Stalking Service
• Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre)

Position Details

Job Title: Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC)

Location: West Midlands Stalking Service, Black Country

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, full‑time

Salary: £23,809.50 - £25,838.68 (dependent on experience)

Closing date: 28 November 2025

Interview method: Microsoft Teams

Is this you?

We are looking for a qualified or unqualified ISAC (training may be provided for the right candidate) to join our dynamic team. We are looking for someone with experience of frontline working and managing a caseload, including risk assessments, needs assessments and support planning. The successful candidate will have an understanding of the principles of safeguarding children and adults and the dynamics of domestic abuse and stalking and how this can affect victims.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high‑quality service, managing a caseload of high‑risk domestic abuse victims experiencing stalking from an ex‑intimate partner.
• Support victims of stalking using evidence‑based methods to identify risk, stalking typology and support needs.
• Provide practical guidance and safety advice to those experiencing elements of harassment and stalking.
• Refer to relevant agencies when required and participate in the Multi‑agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) process.
• Assist with awareness‑raising campaigns, training and events.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Frontline experience working with high‑risk domestic abuse and stalking victims.
• Experience of managing a caseload, including risk assessments, needs assessments and support planning.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles for children and adults.
• Knowledge of domestic abuse and stalking dynamics and their impact on victims.
• Training may be provided for the right candidate.

Employment Checks

All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be made for all successful applicants.

EEO Statement

Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female.

CVs will not be accepted.