Job Description

Job Title:

Men's DVA Support Worker

Department:

Ealing DVA Service - Supported Housing

Reports to:

Deputy Manager

Location:

Ealing

About Us

Housing for Women is a registered charity and independent housing association. We champion female empowerment by providing and promoting affordable homes for women and gender-specific support services. Since 1934, we have been working to build a more equal society for women, a world where everyone has a safe roof over their head regardless of circumstance, where violence against women is no longer tolerated.



We are now looking for a Men's DVA Support Worker to join us on a part-time basis, working 18.75 hours per week, for a fixed term contract until March 2026.

The Benefits

Salary of 33,051 per annum (pro rata) Attractive pension scheme Perkbox Buying and selling annual leave Health Shield Season ticket loan Subsidised gym membership Course Funding



This is a rewarding opportunity for a support professional with experience working with male adults to join our dedicated organisation.



You will play a vital part in dismantling long-held stigmas, using your expertise to shape a broader dialogue and influence how communities understand and respond to male trauma and recovery.



In return, you'll be nurtured with the same care you offer others, supported through expert training, thoughtful supervision, and reflective practice to ensure you're never alone as you stand alongside those who need it most.

The Role

As a Men's DVA Support Worker at Housing for Women, you will provide practical and emotional outreach support to male survivors of domestic abuse in a safe, respectful, and empowering way.



Specifically, you will deliver one-to-one support via in-person outreach, phone, and digital communication, carrying out risk assessments and creating safety plans tailored to each individual's needs.



Working collaboratively with partner agencies, you will co-ordinate care and advocate on behalf of service users, while raising awareness and challenging stigma around male experiences of domestic abuse.



In this multifaceted role, you will assist with housing, legal, benefit, and health-related matters, while also monitoring personalised support plans that reflect the goals and progress of each individual.



Additionally, you will:



Promote service awareness through outreach, training, and community education Respond to safeguarding concerns in line with policy and statutory procedures Maintain accurate, confidential service records and update relevant databases Participate in audits, supervision, and service reviews

About You

To be considered as a Men's DVA Support Worker, you will need:



A minimum of 18 months' experience working with male adults in a support setting Experience undertaking individual assessments and delivering support plans Experience and understanding of lone working risks Experience of building professional relationships internally and externally Experience using Microsoft Office or equivalent, including Outlook, Word and Excel A thorough understanding of safeguarding protocols Strong crisis management and decision-making skills The ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines A good understanding of confidentiality, data protection and professional boundaries Educated to NVQ Level 3, A Level standard, or equivalent practice-based experience



Candidates interested in applying should attach a cover letter outlining how they meet the essential criteria specified in the person specification as well as how they think they meet Housing for Women's EPIC values.



Other organisations may call this role: Male Domestic Abuse Support Worker, DVA Outreach Worker, Men's Support Worker, Domestic Violence Advocate, or Male Survivor Support Worker.



This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and open to MEN ONLY (Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).



Housing for Women is an equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

Overall Aim

To provide direct person centred practical and emotional outreach support to male survivors of domestic abuse in a safe respectful and empowering way To be responsible for supporting access to a range of interventions and support measures as part of an integrated package of support to survivors of DVA. To work in partnership with local and national services to promote awareness and challenge the stigma around male experiences of domestic abuse, both within services and the wider community To deliver support services within the standards and contract assessment and monitoring framework set out by our Commissioners and funders.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1 to 1 emotional and practical support to male survivors of domestic abuse through in-person outreach, phone and digital contact Carry out risk assessments and develop safety plans tailored to each individuals circumstance Work collaboratively with partner agencies to coordinate care and advocacy for survivors Raise awareness of the service and the needs of male survivors by contributing to outreach, training and partnership building activities To act in accordance with the values and aims of Housing for Women. To promote and implement Housing for Women's policies and procedures.

Customer Focus

Provide a trauma informed support service to male survivors of domestic violence and abuse Empower service users to take an active lead in their support, developing personalised support plans in collaboration with survivors focusing on safety, housing, health, emotional wellbeing and long term recovery Promote engagement by being flexible trauma informed and sensitive to the barriers men may face in disclosing abuse Monitor outcome focused individual support plans with the service user. Support the service user in minimising risk by undertaking formal risk assessments, and developing safety plans, tailored to each individuals current circumstances. Assist with navigating systems such as benefits , legal processes, housing applications, healthcare and children's services where relevant Ensure support is sensitive to the cultural, religious, and specific needs of the client group and their children. Participate in the referral line inbox rota as required. To engage and involve service users, in line with the service user engagement policy and strategy, identifying opportunities for involvement through a process of on-going consultation

Working with others

Work collaboratively with partner agencies to coordinate care and advocacy and support the delivery and development of quality services for male survivors of domestic violence and abuse Advocate on behalf of male survivors of domestic violence and abuse with other agencies and services, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs understood Develop and maintain positive, collaborative working relationships with all Housing for Women staff, both locally and across the wider organisation Support the Manager to induct volunteers in accordance with HfW policy and procedure and best practice. Contribute to a team culture that is committed to delivering excellent results and continuous improvement. Play an active role in service audit and reviews. Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns in line with organisational policies and local safeguarding procedures - Working in conjunction with partner agencies and key stakeholders within safeguarding Child and Adult Protection Guidelines. Act in a constructive and professional manner always, recognising the role is representing the organization. o Work as part of a team to educate and raise awareness in the community about domestic violence. Actively participate in Housing for Women's performance management processes including regular supervision, reflective practice and development. Attend regular supervisions, team meetings and relevant training to support professional development and good practice Maintain professional boundaries and always safeguard the wellbeing of service users, recognising signs of risk and responding appropriately To be mindful of your own wellbeing seeking support when needed. Implement and actively promote HfW' s Diversity and Inclusion Policy, ensuring all aspects of service delivery are inclusive, equitable and responsive to the diverse needs of male survivors Champion diversity equality and human rights in all aspects of work embedding inclusive values and anti-discriminatory practice into day to day interactions, support planning and partnership working

Record keeping, data management

Ensure accurate and up to date service user, financial, and other relevant service records are maintained. Ensure service user files and support plans are accurately completed and that data is entered onto the relevant system within policy timescales. Ensure that confidentiality of records and information relating to service users and staff is maintained in accordance with HfW' s Confidentiality Policy

Other

Keep up to date with changes in legislation, policy and best practice in Child Protection and Domestic Violence Contribute to services reviews, working in conjunction with service users, to ensure contract compliance. Undertake all duties in accordance with HfW policies, procedures, and guidelines, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and guidance

Please note no job description can be entirely comprehensive and the postholder will be expected to carry out additional duties broadly consistent with the job description as required. All job descriptions are subject to annual review in the light of the project's development. Housing for Women reserves the right to amend this role profile as necessary, after consultation with the post holder to reflect changes in or to the role.

Experience, Knowledge and Skills Profile

Essential

Desirable

Experience

Minimum of 18 months years' experience working with male adults in a support setting Experience of undertaking individual assessments including risk assessments and developing and delivering support plans A thorough understanding of Safeguarding Protocols Experience of supporting Male survivors of Domestic Violence and Abuse. Demonstrable knowledge of strategies to empower service users to address issues of DVA. Experience of working collaboratively with external agencies. Knowledge of the impact that DVA has upon service users and their children. Up to date knowledge of relevant legislation Children's Act, Community Care Act, Domestic Violence Legislation, Housing Act, MARAC protocol
Knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice.

Knowledge and Skills

Ability to build effective, professional working relationships both internally and externally Experience using Microsoft Office or equivalent, including use of Outlook, Word and Excel. Strong crisis management skills. Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, make decisions Ability to work independently. A good understanding of confidentiality, data protection and professional boundaries. Experience and understanding of the risk associated with Lone Working
Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience in providing accurate quality reports, information and briefings. Proficient in using IT systems, client management systems

Qualifications

Educated to NVQ III, A level standard or equivalent practice-based experience. Good standard of literacy & numeracy. Personal style and behaviour A flexible approach. A commitment to the values, vision and objectives of Housing for Women's culture of continuous service improvement. Qualified or unqualified IDVA or equivalent.

Other Requirements

thorough understanding of and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion as well as anti-discriminatory practice.


Ability to take part in in call Out of hours support rota. * Maintain strict confidentiality and act with integrity and consistency in all interactions