Refuge-Based Domestic Abuse Practitioner — Part-Time

Red Snapper Recruitment Limited; Leicester; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Red Snapper Recruitment Group is seeking compassionate Domestic Abuse Practitioners to join our refuge-based support service in Leicester. These part-time roles provide practical, emotional and advocacy support to residents living in refuge accommodation, helping women and families to rebuild their lives in a safe, empowering environment.

Positions offer flexible hours across weekends and weekdays, with shifts designed to fit personal commitments.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting vulnerable adults, women, children or families.
• Understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on individuals and families.
• Experience of providing support, advocacy or case management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and work effectively under pressure.
• Good IT, administrative and record-keeping skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Assess referrals and support the admission process into refuge accommodation.
• Complete risk and needs assessments and develop tailored support plans.
• Provide one-to-one practical and emotional support to women and families affected by domestic abuse.
• Support service users with housing, benefits, legal matters, healthcare, education and employment opportunities.
• Advocate on behalf of residents and liaise with external agencies including housing providers, social care, healthcare professionals and legal services.
• Support residents to develop independent living skills and prepare for move-on accommodation.
• Maintain accurate records, case notes and monitoring information.
• Participate in safeguarding processes and multi-agency working.
• Help maintain a safe, secure and supportive refuge environment.
• Contribute to the day-to-day operation of the refuge and wider service.

Skills

Vulnerable groups

Advocacy & case management

Communication skills

Teamwork

DBS check

Job description

Red Snapper Recruitment Group is seeking compassionate Domestic Abuse Practitioners to join our refuge-based support service in Leicester. These part-time roles provide practical, emotional and advocacy support to residents living in refuge accommodation, helping women and families to rebuild their lives in a safe, empowering environment.

Positions offer flexible hours across weekends and weekdays, with shifts designed to fit personal commitments.