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Domestic Abuse Practitioner
Job in
Dudley, West Midlands, NE23, England, UK
Listed on 2026-07-27
Listing for:
Supporting Futures Consulting Ltd
Full Time, Per diem
position Listed on 2026-07-27
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Family Advocacy & Support Services, Child Protection, Human Services/ Social Work, Crisis Counselor
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
Dudley Borough
Salary: £25,282.44 - £30,304.64 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience)
Contract:
Maternity Cover
Hours:
37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm
About the Role
We are recruiting for a Domestic Abuse Practitioner to join a specialist Family Safeguarding Team, providing trauma-informed support to adults and families affected by domestic abuse.
Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team alongside children's social care and partner agencies, you will support parents and carers through tailored interventions, helping to reduce risk, improve safety, and achieve positive outcomes for families.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of individuals and families affected by domestic abuse.
Complete risk and needs assessments, safety planning and support plans.
Provide practical and emotional support using a trauma-informed, person-centred approach.
Work closely with Children's Services and partner agencies to coordinate support.
Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings, including Child Protection, MARAC and other safeguarding forums.
Advocate for victims and help them access housing, legal, financial and community support services.
Deliver domestic abuse advice, guidance and awareness to professionals within the Family Safeguarding Team.
Maintain accurate case records and ensure all safeguarding and GDPR requirements are met.
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
A Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject (or equivalent experience).
Experience supporting adults and families affected by domestic abuse.
Knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment and safety planning.
Experience managing complex caseloads and working with vulnerable adults and children.
Strong communication, partnership working and report writing skills.
A trauma-informed, person-centred approach with excellent organisational skills.
Requirements
Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
Enhanced DBS check.
Right to work in the UK.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends if required.
This is a female-only position and is exempt under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010
Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
For more information please contact the team on (phone number removed)
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