Salary: £32,064.00 to £36,457.30 pro rata dependent on qualifications.
Part time: 22.5 hours per week
Start time: 9:00am
Closing Date: 10:00am, Friday 10th July
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Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed. We encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Job Overview:
A specialist domestic violence service provider is seeking to recruit a dedicated Engagement Officer who will play a vital role in raising awareness of domestic abuse, and addressing the unique challenges faced by Black, South Asian and Middle Eastern women and girls.
The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating, relationship building, and delivering both internal and external training sessions. A strong background in domestic abuse, safeguarding practice, and related frontline advocacy work is essential, along with a solid understanding of trauma-informed approaches and multi-agency collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver training sessions to professionals including schools, colleges, and community organisation's on recognising responding to, and preventing domestic abuse.
- Support the development of a culturally responsive approaches to domestic abuse within local services.
- Establish and maintain networks to foster collaboration between stakeholders, ensuring more effective support for Black, South Asian, and Middle Eastern women and girls.
- Organise and lead outreach initiatives to raise awareness of domestic abuse, its indicators, and the support services available.
- Organise workshops, seminars, and outreach events to foster community participation.
- Build strong relationships with community leaders, local organisations, and faith groups to enhance awareness and access support services.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities with the ability to motivate teams and build partnerships.
- Work in partnership with services to increase awareness and support for survivors of domestic abuse, forced marriage, honour based violence, and female genital mutilation - ultimately, equipping women and girls with the knowledge and confidence they need to seek help. This approach leads to increased referrals and supports long-term, positive recovery outcomes.
A full driving licence with access to a car is essential for the role.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Please note: This post is open to female applications only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Pay: £16.62-£18.73 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Education:
- Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:
- Working with the VAWG sector: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person
