Domestic Abuse Principal Officer

• Directorate:Public Health, Public Protection, Engagement & Communities
• Pay Level:7, £41,873 - £47, 238(fully inclusive of Local Weighting Allowance)
• Contract Type:Permanent
• Working Hours:37hours per week
• Location:Observatory House/ Slough Hybrid(minimum 2 days per week in the office)
• DBS requirement:Enhanced

The closing date for applications is midnight on 11th September 2026

Interviews will be held week commencing
28th September 2026

We're looking for a Domestic Abuse Principal Officer to lead the coordination of a programme of work to improve outcomes related to domestic abuse and reduce inequalities across Slough.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families affected by domestic abuse?

This is an exciting opportunity to join Slough Borough Council’s Community Safety team, with the post supporting work across children, families and communities. The role provides an opportunity to work collaboratively with a wide range of internal and external partners across Slough to prevent and reduce domestic abuse in our borough.

In this role, you will play a crucial part in coordinating support services, raising awareness, and working with partner agencies to ensure a comprehensive and effective response to domestic abuse across Slough.

Ideally you will have previous knowledge and expertise in domestic abuse, alongside experience of leading multi-agency collaboration, partnership working and stakeholder engagement. The successful postholder will become a strategic lead on domestic abuse for Slough Borough Council and will help enable the Council to fulfil its duties under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021.

Ideally the candidate will have significant experience Domestic Abuse themed work and partnership working. You should be competent in using IT systems to record the project implementation and management.

A full, current driving licence is desirable, and it is essential that you have a willingness to work out-of-hours work.

Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and environment. Every employee contributes to services for local people, directly or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and want residents to enjoy fulfilling, prosperous and healthy lives.

We offer a supportive place to grow your career, where your input is valued and heard. You will join a friendly, collaborative environment where ambition and innovation are encouraged.

We support flexible and hybrid working to help colleagues achieve a positive work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, recruit on merit and value a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1 April, subject to six months’ service and satisfactory performance, until the maximum spinal column point is reached.

Alongside a competitive salary, we provide:

• 26 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 days after 2 years and 33 days after 5 years’ service.
• The Local Government Pension Scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives and employee networks that help us celebrate and promote equality.
• Tax-free childcare and childcare services
• Season ticket loan to help with rail or bus travel to and from work.

Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. If you need support during the application process or reasonable adjustments for interview, please contact our Recruitment Team:

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Our staff networks represent diverse colleague groups and help make the Council a place where people feel included and can thrive.

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Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

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Forward Together. Our core skills reflect what we value and will form part of your interview.

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