Male Domestic Abuse Project Worker

Worcester Community Trust; Worcester; On-site; GBP 1,000; Part time

Job summary

Worcester Community Trust is hiring a Male Domestic Abuse Project Worker to provide vital support to male individuals at risk of domestic abuse. This role requires personal commitment to community values and offers the chance to make a significant impact within the local area. Applicants must have a valid UK Driving License and will be part of a dedicated team promoting inclusivity in care.

Benefits

Extra day off for birthday

Health Scheme including dental/therapy support

Professional training opportunities

Company Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving License and access to own transport required.
• Only male applicants considered in line with Occupational Requirement.
• Enhanced criminal record check required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for male individuals experiencing domestic abuse.
• Conduct assessments and implement support plans.
• Offer guidance and advocate for users regarding domestic abuse issues.

Skills

Compassion

Competence

Commitment

Job description

12 hours per week – fixed until 31stMarch 26

£15.38 per hour

Worcester Community Trustis a registered charity which runs six community centres in the City of Worcester providing facilities for community activities and services for people of all ages. We aim to be at the centre of thriving communities and for our centres to be the hub of community activity to achieve our vision: Worcester: A City where people feel connected, supported, and empowered. This is your opportunity to be part of a dynamic team helping the Trust achieve ambitious plans for growth.

Vision and Mission

Vision – Worcester: A City where people feel connected, supported, and empowered.

Mission – Bringing Communities Together by delivering services and activities for all.

Value & Behaviours

We collaborate, working together with local people and partners to achieve more

We are Inclusive, access for all, welcome diversity, and valuing uniqueness

We are Ambitious, We value innovation and creativity, driving progress, dynamic and visionary organisation.

Delivering Excellence, Investing in our staff, volunteers and infrastructure to provide quality and professional services

WCT recognise that value and strength of differing perspectives and experiences within our organisation and are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to be representative of the population we work in. We particularly encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people.

We also encourage applicants who have lived experience. If there are any aspects of the role you feel like you don’t have experience of, but still think you’ll make a good candidate please complete the form or covering letter and outline why you’d be the best person for the role

Purpose of the Role: We are seeking a compassionate, competent and committed Male Domestic Abuse Project Worker to join our team, with a specific focus on supporting male and male identifying individuals within Worcestershire.

You will provide trauma-informed, person-centred 1:1 support to any male experiencing or at risk of domestic abuse, ensuring our service is accessible, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of the individuals we support.

PRINCIPLE TASKS:

• Provide 1:1 face to face targeted support for male and male identifying individuals within the county for those who have experienced and are experiencing domestic abuse
• Carry out and record an assessment of risks, needs and support required, implement a safety and support plan for each individual.
• Provide support, guidance and advocacy for domestic abuse issues along with referring and signposting to relevant agencies
• Provide help to access benefits, debt, housing and financial advice
• Empower individuals to make informed choices
• Delivering targeted domestic abuse programmes on a one to one basis
• Manage a waiting list for support if necessary
• Comply with safeguarding and GDPR legislation in addition to all organisational procedures, policies and professional codes of conduct
• Maintain accurate records for the project
• Monitor individual contract compliance and collate individual performance monitoring reports and evaluations for funders
• Promote the project with potential service users, partners and the wider community

Requirements:

• Full UK Driving License and access to own transport
• For this specific role, we will only be considering male applicants in accordance with the provision of the Occupational Requirement (Equality Act 2010 pursuant to schedule 9 part 1)
• This post is subject to an enhanced criminal record check under the arrangements established by the Disclosure and Barring Services
• The duties described in this job description must be carried out in a manner which promotes equality of opportunity, dignity and due respect for all employees, volunteers and service users and is consistent with Worcester Community Trust’s Equality and Diversity Policy
• These duties may vary from time to time without alteration to the general character of the post or level of responsibility entailed. It is expected therefore that the post holder will undertake any other duties commensurate with the post and allocated by their line manager.

Please Note:

• For this specific role, we will only be considering male applicants in accordance with the provision of the Occupational Requirement (Equality Act 2010 pursuant to schedule 9 part 1)
• Due to the nature of this role, this post is subject to an enhanced criminal record check under the arrangements established by the Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS)
• Due to the role requiring service provision across South Worcestershire, all Applicants must hold a full UK Driving License and have access to their own transport.

What you get…

• Be part of an amazing, welcoming passionate community!
• We help you put your skills to use to create positive social impact.
• A voice and input into shaping and influence services and decisions.
• The ability to develop your role and skills

What we offer…

• Get an extra day off for your birthday!
• Health Scheme -which contributes towards Opticians, Dentist, Therapy and more
• Great opportunities for training and CPD
• Company Life insurance

Deadline:

Internal interest:Friday 13thJune

External interest:Friday 20thJune

Interview Date:Thursday 26thJune

For a detailed job description and to apply, visit worcestercommunitytrust.org.uk/recruitment/