Job Description

Dear Idea makers, Boundary Pushers, Problem Solvers, and Forward Thinkers! Are you looking for a rewarding role where every day is different?


The Pankhurst Trust brings together Manchester Women's Aid and the Pankhurst Centre. We work together to ensure the story of the women who won the vote continues to inspire us all, and to ensure that those suffering from domestic violence and abuse get the confidential help they need. We are a group of female champions, empowering women across Manchester and beyond.


If you have a big heart and take pride in making a difference, you may have just stumbled upon your dream role!


But first, what's in it for you?


A competitive salary of 24575 per annum A flexible working week of 35 hours A generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days plus bank holidays The opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Enhanced sick pay, family leave and pay Above market average pension A fully funded Enhanced DBS check An Employee Assistance programme to support your wellbeing, along with external clinical supervisions where applicable. We also have a funded wellbeing programme with access to discounts, gym memberships, financial advice and more! Investment and commitment to your ongoing Training and Development If that wasn't enough, we'll also celebrate your Birthday with you (after a qualifying period) and let you take the day off, as well as allowing one day a year of paid volunteering.

As an Domestic Abuse Worker you will:


Work with individuals who have experienced domestic violence and abuse through the provision of practical and emotional support. Review needs and risk assessments at point of entry into the service and subsequently at appropriate intervals. Formulate, and review progress, against individual support plans through encouraging service users to set realistic goals, whilst supporting them to make and implement informed decisions regarding their futures. Work with service users to implement actions from MARAC meetings and provide updates on progress to IDVA colleagues within a timely manner. Ensure that client records are input onto PTMWA's information case management system and that all case files are kept up to date and accurately recorded. Complete written reports and client updates that are appropriate to the audience for which they are written that succinctly present and appraise options and make clear recommendations for action. Provide, or access by sign-posting to other agencies, appropriate information, advocacy, emotional and practical support, in relation to housing, legal, financial and other matters relevant to service users whilst maintaining the organisation's strict confidentiality procedures.

To be successful as a Domestic Abuse Worker you will need to:


Relevant professional qualification, for example Health and Social Care Level Three or equivalent experience Recent significant experience of undertaking direct work with vulnerable people including experience of working with people affected by domestic in a 1:1 or group setting Experience of carrying out needs assessments and support planning. An excellent level of understanding of the impact of domestic abuse on individuals and families. A good level of knowledge and understanding of statutory and legal provision for people experiencing domestic abuse. Understanding and awareness of child protection, vulnerable adult's protection and safeguarding and an understanding of how to make safeguarding referrals.

We actively encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly under-represented groups, as we try and reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. This is a fabulous opportunity to work with some wonderful teams and truly inspiring women, and as such, please note that this role has been assessed and confirmed as open to women only under the Equality Act 2010, schedule 9, part 1. It is also important to note that we suppport, in some circumstances, the principle of providing single sex services which are lawful under the Equality Act 2010. PTMWA will treat trans/non-binary people according to the gender identity in which they present themselves, but will also maintain and promote the need for single-sex services in some settings.

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If you are passionate about working with vulnerable women as a Domestic Abuse Worker, then apply NOW!