Staying Put - Domestic Abuse Case Worker (Refuge)

City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council; Bradford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

8 bank holidays (pro rata)

Birthday day off

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site parking

Job summary

City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council is recruiting Domestic Abuse Case Workers to support clients in Bradford refuges and the Keighley site. The role focuses on trauma-informed support for individuals and families, building tailored packages to safeguard and empower safer, independent living.

The posts involve collaboration with partner agencies to deliver a holistic, family-centered approach, with a focus on safeguarding and reducing risk.

Qualifications

• Experience with individuals who have experienced domestic abuse/sexual violence or vulnerable groups.
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding and MARAC processes.
• Up-to-date knowledge of housing, welfare rights and civil/criminal proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and families living in temporary supported accommodation.
• Create individual support packages to safeguard and reduce risk of further harm.
• Work with partner agencies to maintain a holistic family-focused approach.

Skills

Safeguarding

MARAC processes

Written & verbal communication

Job description

Job IntroductionStaying Put is well known for the great care we take with clients and employees alike. We are experts in the domestic abuse field and we continue to develop exciting, new services that are breaking the mould of traditional service provision in this sector.Our Domestic Abuse Case Workers are key roles within our Accommodation team, as they provide a range of support services for individuals who have experienced, or are currently experiencing domestic abuse, including those presenting with complex needs.Do you have a passion for supporting vulnerable people? We currently have a full-time vacancy in our Bradford refuges and a part-time vacancy in our Keighley refuges.About the roleAs a Domestic Abuse Case Worker, you will be supporting individuals and families living within our temporary supported accommodation. You will work in a trauma informed way, helping to create individual support packages to safeguard and reduce the risk of further harm and help clients achieve their individual goals.You will work with partner agencies in a collaborative way, ensuring a holistic think family approach. In this challenging but rewarding role will help individuals realise their true potential, helping clients to feel more empowered and confident in moving towards safe and independent living.Bradford – Full time, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, £27,554 per annum (£28,735 FTE for qualified IDVA). Fixed term contract for 12 months covering secondment, potential for extension.Keighley – Part-time, 4 days Monday to Friday, £22,043 actual salary per annum. Permanent.About youWe are looking for someone with a history of working with individuals who have experienced domestic abuse/sexual violence or a vulnerable client group, with complex/multiple needs. You will have sound working knowledge of safeguarding and MARAC processes and up-to-date knowledge of housing, welfare rights and civil/criminal proceedings to enable you to provide a robust package of support for clients.We are looking for someone who has a can-do attitude and the passion and drive to help people gain confidence in their daily lives and feel empowered. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and have a patient and friendly approach, as well as being able to work on you own initiative and in partnership with colleagues and external agencies.We would particularly welcome applications from candidates who speak a South Asian language, as this will help us provide the best care and service to our clients.Women only – ** Due to the nature of our refuges being for women only, we can only accept applications from women under schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010**About usWith over 25 years solid experience of helping survivors of domestic abuse, Staying Put are part of an exciting and innovative, multi-agency partnership working together with Family Action and Women Centre, to develop a ‘one system approach’ to families affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence.We are proud to provide vital support and services to men, women and children of Bradford who are survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence. We help people have better lives – and you can too.We are looking for enthusiastic, experienced, engaged and highly motivated people to join our expanding team.Be part of an organisation that makes a difference and where 85% of colleagues agree or strongly agree they feel valued.We want to be a great place to work so have attractive benefits;30 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata) and day off for your birthdayEmployee Assistance ProgrammeEnhanced maternity pay after 1 yearHealthcare scheme after probationEmployee discount scheme & wellbeing platformFree on-site parking at most sitesClinical supervision with external providersFor further details and how to apply, please visit our website; https://stayingput.org.uk/domestic-abuse-support-worker-accommodation/Here you can download the job description and application form. Please submit completed applications to the address on the form. CVs will not be accepted. Previous applicants need not apply.Closing date: 12 noon Tuesday 3rd NovemberShortlisting date : 4th NovemberInterview date: 11th NovemberFrequency AnnualJob Reference bradfordmbc/TP/681/2439Contract Type PermanentClosing Date 3 November, 2026Job Category External OrganisationService External OrganisationLocation Staying Put, PO Box 449, Bradford, United KingdomAdditonal Payments For Office Use OnlyPosted on 23 October, 2026