Refuge & Safe Accommodation Lead (Trauma‑Informed)

Southern Domestic Abuse Service; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Southern Domestic Abuse Service in Basingstoke is seeking a dedicated individual to manage the refuge and dispersed safe accommodation. This role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring the safety and support of victims of domestic abuse, and fostering partnerships with local agencies.

Candidates should possess experience in service management and a commitment to supporting those affected by domestic abuse. The role is permanent, full-time, and requires an enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Experience managing services for domestic abuse victims.
• Ability to lead, supervise, and develop staff.
• Strong communication skills for multi-agency collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of refuge and safe accommodation.
• Recruit and support staff following policy standards.
• Maintain multi-agency links to ensure victim safety.
• Raise awareness of domestic abuse issues in the community.
• Deliver on-call out of hours service as required.

Job description

The Southern Domestic Abuse Service in Basingstoke is seeking a dedicated individual to manage the refuge and dispersed safe accommodation. This role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring the safety and support of victims of domestic abuse, and fostering partnerships with local agencies.

Candidates should possess experience in service management and a commitment to supporting those affected by domestic abuse. The role is permanent, full-time, and requires an enhanced DBS check.