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ASK MARC Manager
Male Abuse Referral Centre - Ask MARC Males over 16 years’ experience interpersonal violence and abuse too. Their experiences could include;• experiences of domestic abuse within current or former relationships• experiences of rape and sexual assault and violence• stalking and harassment • historical childhood abuse• sexual exploitation Many men will not tell anyone or feel that services will not listen or take them seriously. This service will listen, will support and will care. According to the Crime Survey for England and Wales (CSEW) year ending March 2020: • An estimated 3.6% of men (757,000) experienced domestic abuse• Adults who were separated or divorced were more likely to experience domestic abuse The team: Ask MARC (Male Abuse Referral Centre) has been established for 5 years, offering clear referral pathway and dedicated specialist support to male victims of interpersonal abuse living in the Black Country; this includes intimate partner and familial abuse, current, historic and childhood sexual violence, stalking, honour-based abuse and forced marriage. The service will raise awareness of the dynamics of abuse against men and respond to identified barriers that stop men from getting help. Ask MARC will work in partnership with key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for clients. We hope to expand this service over the next few years to cover the West Midlands tendering and contracts permitting. Job Role Job Title: ASK MARC Manager Position available: 1 full-time position (37.5 hours), available to male and female applicantsLocation: West Bromwich base but will cover the Black Country areaSalary: £34,946 - £39,863 (dependent on qualifications and experience)Closing date: 28 November 2025 Is this you? This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled manager with experience of supporting vulnerable people within a quality assessment framework who can lead a team of advocates and work with the executive team to further develop the service. We know that many men will not tell anyone or feel that services will not listen or take them seriously. We believe that all victims should get the help and support they need. We are looking for a creative, ambitious and flexible candidate who can lead with the promotion and growth of this exciting and dynamic new service. The Role: You will be responsible for ensuring that the service is promoted and delivered to a high standard in accordance with Lime Culture and Respect standards, offering evidence-based interventions. The service works within safeguarding processes including Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC), Domestic Abuse Related Death reviews, Serious Case reviews and other frameworks. This service is a part of Black Country Women’s Aid. This position is funded by BCWA, the Office of the Police Crime Commissioner and the Ministry of Justice If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women’s Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally. We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidates' documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer. If you have finished full-time education and you have no employer reference, we will accept a reference from: • a professional from your centre of study, for instance, a teacher, lecturer or headteacher• GP or health visitor• a character reference from a person who knows you• a civil servant from a government agency• a bank manager DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. ....Read more...
Senior Accommodation Support Worker
Black Country Women’s Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women’s Aid (BCWA) is an established charity that provides a range of specialist abuse support services to women, men and children across the Black Country. Our holistic, trauma-informed support enables victims to escape violence and abuse, cope with trauma, build resilience and establish life after abuse. Our successful accommodation service continues to expand as demand for services increases and new areas identified. The accommodation support service has an outstanding reputation with its partners. The Accommodation Services Directorate manages 76 units of accommodation. Black Country Women’s Aid Accommodation Services include; • 24hr access refuge accommodation for victims of domestic abuse (women and children only)• Dispersed accommodation for victims of domestic abuse - accommodation includes house in multiple occupation, blocks of flats and individual flats across the borough (women, children, male victims)• Resettlement Support post-departure from domestic abuse accommodation services• Access to BCWA Victim Safety Adviser post departure from domestic abuse accommodation services• Access to BCWA community services group activity • Safe house for victims of modern-day slavery in the National Referral Mechanism• Dispersed accommodation for victims of modern-day slavery in the national referral mechanism – accommodation includes house in multiple accommodation, groups of flats and individual accommodation across the borough. (women, children, male victims) • Access to Counselling Services (part of BCWA Community services) Job Role Job Title: Senior Accommodation Support Worker Position available: 1 full-time position (37.5 hours), based in the Black CountrySalary: £27,751.50 - £31,525Closing date: 21st November 2025 All interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you? We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Accommodation Support worker with excellent communication skills, compassion and understanding of the impact of abuse and exploitation. We are looking for an innovative candidate who has experience of working with adults who have experienced trauma and abuse. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving and developing their leadership skills. The Role: The successful candidate will provide day-to-day support to the Refuge Manager and/or Safe House Manager. The position will manage and have oversight over the quality of support delivered to residents and their children, supervising the intervention support workers who will each have a nominated caseload. The position will ensure that the environment is empathetic, supportive and positive, promoting independence and life after violence and abuse, as well as meeting all contractual targets from the contracts and commissions. If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking, with lots of ambition, we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women’s Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally. We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidates' documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer. If you have finished full-time education and you have no employer reference, we will accept a reference from: • a professional from your centre of study, for instance, a teacher, lecturer or headteacher• GP or health visitor• a character reference from a person who knows you• a civil servant from a government agency• a bank manager DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. ....Read more...
Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC)
Black Country Women’s Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women’s Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands, providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs-led. Community Services Directorate Within this directorate, the following vital services are delivered; Black Country Women’s Aid Community Services include; • Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley) • Black Country IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service • Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country)• Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum• Black Country Counselling Service • Domestic and sexual abuse Children and Young person’s service (Black Country)• West Midlands Stalking Service• Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre) This position is located within the West Midlands Stalking Service. The team: The BCWA West Midlands Stalking Service offers specialist stalking and harassment advisory and support service across the West Midlands area, covering Birmingham, Solihull, Coventry and the Black Country. The service provides emotional and practical support, safety advice and advocacy through the criminal justice system within a multiagency framework to ensure that victims of stalking feel supported and empowered. Job Role Job Title: Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC)Position available: 1 full-time position (37.5 hours) based across the Black CountrySalary: £23,809.50 - £25,838.68 (dependent upon experience)Closing date: 28 November 2025 All interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you? We are looking for a qualified/unqualified ISAC (training may be provided for the right candidate) to join our dynamic team. We are looking for someone with experience of frontline working and managing a caseload, including risk assessments, needs assessments and support planning. The successful candidate will have an understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults and the dynamics of domestic abuse and stalking and how this can affect victims. The Role: The Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC) is required to provide a high-quality service, managing a caseload of high-risk domestic abuse victims experiencing stalking from an ex-intimate partner. They will support victims of stalking using evidence-based methods in order to identify risk, stalking typology and support needs. ISACs provide practical guidance and safety advice to those experiencing elements of harassment and stalking, referring to relevant agencies when required and participating in the Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) process. ISACs may also assist with awareness-raising campaigns, training and events. If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women’s Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally. We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer. If you have finished full-time education and you have no employer reference, we will accept a reference from: • a professional from your centre of study, for instance, a teacher, lecturer or headteacher• GP or health visitor• a character reference from a person who knows you• a civil servant from a government agency• a bank manager DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. ....Read more...
ASK MARC Manager
Male Abuse Referral Centre - Ask MARC Males over 16 years’ experience interpersonal violence and abuse too. Their experiences could include;• experiences of domestic abuse within current or former relationships• experiences of rape and sexual assault and violence• stalking and harassment • historical childhood abuse• sexual exploitation Many men will not tell anyone or feel that services will not listen or take them seriously. This service will listen, will support and will care. According to the Crime Survey for England and Wales (CSEW) year ending March 2020: • An estimated 3.6% of men (757,000) experienced domestic abuse• Adults who were separated or divorced were more likely to experience domestic abuse The team: Ask MARC (Male Abuse Referral Centre) has been established for 5 years, offering clear referral pathway and dedicated specialist support to male victims of interpersonal abuse living in the Black Country; this includes intimate partner and familial abuse, current, historic and childhood sexual violence, stalking, honour-based abuse and forced marriage. The service will raise awareness of the dynamics of abuse against men and respond to identified barriers that stop men from getting help. Ask MARC will work in partnership with key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for clients. We hope to expand this service over the next few years to cover the West Midlands tendering and contracts permitting. Job Role Job Title: ASK MARC Manager Position available: 1 full-time position (37.5 hours), available to male and female applicantsLocation: West Bromwich base but will cover the Black Country areaSalary: £34,946 - £39,863 (dependent on qualifications and experience)Closing date: 28 November 2025 Is this you? This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled manager with experience of supporting vulnerable people within a quality assessment framework who can lead a team of advocates and work with the executive team to further develop the service. We know that many men will not tell anyone or feel that services will not listen or take them seriously. We believe that all victims should get the help and support they need. We are looking for a creative, ambitious and flexible candidate who can lead with the promotion and growth of this exciting and dynamic new service. The Role: You will be responsible for ensuring that the service is promoted and delivered to a high standard in accordance with Lime Culture and Respect standards, offering evidence-based interventions. The service works within safeguarding processes including Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC), Domestic Abuse Related Death reviews, Serious Case reviews and other frameworks. This service is a part of Black Country Women’s Aid. This position is funded by BCWA, the Office of the Police Crime Commissioner and the Ministry of Justice If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women’s Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally. We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidates' documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer. If you have finished full-time education and you have no employer reference, we will accept a reference from: • a professional from your centre of study, for instance, a teacher, lecturer or headteacher• GP or health visitor• a character reference from a person who knows you• a civil servant from a government agency• a bank manager DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. ....Read more...
Senior Accommodation Support Worker
Black Country Women’s Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women’s Aid (BCWA) is an established charity that provides a range of specialist abuse support services to women, men and children across the Black Country. Our holistic, trauma-informed support enables victims to escape violence and abuse, cope with trauma, build resilience and establish life after abuse. Our successful accommodation service continues to expand as demand for services increases and new areas identified. The accommodation support service has an outstanding reputation with its partners. The Accommodation Services Directorate manages 76 units of accommodation. Black Country Women’s Aid Accommodation Services include; • 24hr access refuge accommodation for victims of domestic abuse (women and children only)• Dispersed accommodation for victims of domestic abuse - accommodation includes house in multiple occupation, blocks of flats and individual flats across the borough (women, children, male victims)• Resettlement Support post-departure from domestic abuse accommodation services• Access to BCWA Victim Safety Adviser post departure from domestic abuse accommodation services• Access to BCWA community services group activity • Safe house for victims of modern-day slavery in the National Referral Mechanism• Dispersed accommodation for victims of modern-day slavery in the national referral mechanism – accommodation includes house in multiple accommodation, groups of flats and individual accommodation across the borough. (women, children, male victims) • Access to Counselling Services (part of BCWA Community services) Job Role Job Title: Senior Accommodation Support Worker Position available: 1 full-time position (37.5 hours), based in the Black CountrySalary: £27,751.50 - £31,525Closing date: 21st November 2025 All interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you? We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Accommodation Support worker with excellent communication skills, compassion and understanding of the impact of abuse and exploitation. We are looking for an innovative candidate who has experience of working with adults who have experienced trauma and abuse. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving and developing their leadership skills. The Role: The successful candidate will provide day-to-day support to the Refuge Manager and/or Safe House Manager. The position will manage and have oversight over the quality of support delivered to residents and their children, supervising the intervention support workers who will each have a nominated caseload. The position will ensure that the environment is empathetic, supportive and positive, promoting independence and life after violence and abuse, as well as meeting all contractual targets from the contracts and commissions. If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking, with lots of ambition, we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women’s Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally. We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidates' documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer. If you have finished full-time education and you have no employer reference, we will accept a reference from: • a professional from your centre of study, for instance, a teacher, lecturer or headteacher• GP or health visitor• a character reference from a person who knows you• a civil servant from a government agency• a bank manager DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. ....Read more...
Domestic Abuse Practitioner (maternity cover)
Black Country Women’s Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women’s Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands, providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs-led. Community Services Directorate Within this directorate, the following vital services are delivered;Black Country Women’s Aid Community Services include; • Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley) • Black Country IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service • Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country)• Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum• Black Country Counselling Service • Domestic and sexual abuse Children and Young person’s service (Black Country)• West Midlands Stalking Service• Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre) This position is located within the Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service The BCWA Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service supports victims of domestic violence and abuse in Sandwell, Dudley, Wolverhampton and Walsall through a range of contracted/commissioning arrangements. The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users. Our integrated approach provides effective, holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach. The team: Dudley Council Children’s Social Care are implementing the nationally recognised Family Safeguarding approach to working with whole families to support child protection arrangements. Family Safeguarding Teams are multi-disciplinary and include professionals from children’s social care, probation services, mental health and domestic abuse The Family Safeguarding approach presents a unique opportunity for multi-disciplinary teams to support whole families with all aspects of delivery, reflecting a family focus approach that prioritises safeguarding for children, young people and adults. Black Country Women’s Aid service will second Domestic Abuse Victim support to parents/carers of Young People who are open to a Family Safeguarding support intervention. The role will be based within the Family Safeguarding teams and work as part of the multi-disciplinary service to improve outcome for families. The aim of the roles is to reduce the impact of Domestic Abuse in parents whose children are being supported through a Family Safeguarding intervention by providing evidence-based outcomes. Collaborative practices between Dudley Council & Black Country Women’s Aid will be enhanced through shared learning & training and developing a best practice model within the service. Job Role Job Title: Domestic Abuse Practitioner (maternity cover)Position available: 1 part-time position- 12 months maternity cover (22.5 hours- days negotiable), based in Dudley Salary: £14,586.02 (unqualified) - £17,483.45 (qualified) pro rata, £24,310.04 (unqualified) – £29,139.08 (qualified) FTEClosing date: 12 November 2025All interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you? We are looking for someone with experience of supporting victims/survivors of domestic abuse, managing a caseload and understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults. The post holder will have a good understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and how this can affect victims. The Role: The Domestic Abuse Practitioner will work within the family safeguarding team, focusing on providing support to victims of domestic abuse who have been referred from Children's services, specifically those on child in need and child protection plans. If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women’s Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally. We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. ....Read more...
Dudley Independent Domestic Violence Advisor
Black Country Women’s Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women’s Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands, providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs-led. Community Services Directorate Within this directorate, the following vital services are delivered; Black Country Women’s Aid Community Services include; • Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley) • Black Country IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service • Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country)• Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum• Black Country Counselling Service • Domestic and sexual abuse Children and Young person’s service (Black Country)• West Midlands Stalking Service• Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre) This position is located within the Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service The BCWA Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service supports victims of domestic violence and abuse in Sandwell, Dudley, Wolverhampton and Walsall through a range of contracted/commissioning arrangements. The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users. Our integrated approach provides effective, holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach. The team: Our specialist Community Domestic Abuse Support Service supports male and female victims of domestic violence and abuse living in Sandwell, Dudley and Walsall through a range of contracted/ commissioning arrangements. The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users. Our integrated approach provides effective, holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach. We have a team of supportive, dedicated, self-driven individuals who empower clients to make informed choices, helping them to live a life free from abuse. Job Role Job Title: Dudley Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) Position available: 1 full-time position (37.5 hours)Salary: £24,310.04 - £27,751.55 (dependent upon qualifications and experience) Closing date: 12 November 2025 BCWA reserve the right to close this advert before the closing dateAll interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you? We are looking for a qualified/unqualified IDVA (training may be provided for the right candidate) to join our dynamic team. We are looking for someone with experience of supporting victims/survivors of domestic abuse, managing a caseload and understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults. The post holder will have a good understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and how this can affect victims. The Role: Our Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVA) provide a high-quality frontline domestic abuse support service to those at high risk of harm. As an IDVA, you will support victims of domestic abuse to assess level of risk, inform victims of their options and develop tailored safety plans to protect the victim and their children. You will work within a multi-agency framework to advocate for the victim, including responding and reporting to Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC) on behalf of the victim. The role also supports the empowerment of victims/survivors, assisting them to recognise the dynamics of domestic abuse present in their own situation through one-to-one support and group work, to help them regain control of their lives. If you are self-driven, compassionate and hardworking with lots of ambition, we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women’s Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Criminal Records Bureau for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UK Under Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally. We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. ....Read more...
Domestic Abuse Practitioner (maternity cover)
Black Country Women’s Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women’s Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands, providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs-led. Community Services Directorate Within this directorate, the following vital services are delivered;Black Country Women’s Aid Community Services include; • Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley) • Black Country IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service • Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country)• Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum• Black Country Counselling Service • Domestic and sexual abuse Children and Young person’s service (Black Country)• West Midlands Stalking Service• Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre) This position is located within the Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service The BCWA Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service supports victims of domestic violence and abuse in Sandwell, Dudley, Wolverhampton and Walsall through a range of contracted/commissioning arrangements. The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users. Our integrated approach provides effective, holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach. The team: Dudley Council Children’s Social Care are implementing the nationally recognised Family Safeguarding approach to working with whole families to support child protection arrangements. Family Safeguarding Teams are multi-disciplinary and include professionals from children’s social care, probation services, mental health and domestic abuse The Family Safeguarding approach presents a unique opportunity for multi-disciplinary teams to support whole families with all aspects of delivery, reflecting a family focus approach that prioritises safeguarding for children, young people and adults. Black Country Women’s Aid service will second Domestic Abuse Victim support to parents/carers of Young People who are open to a Family Safeguarding support intervention. The role will be based within the Family Safeguarding teams and work as part of the multi-disciplinary service to improve outcome for families. The aim of the roles is to reduce the impact of Domestic Abuse in parents whose children are being supported through a Family Safeguarding intervention by providing evidence-based outcomes. Collaborative practices between Dudley Council & Black Country Women’s Aid will be enhanced through shared learning & training and developing a best practice model within the service. Job Role Job Title: Domestic Abuse Practitioner (maternity cover)Position available: 1 part-time position- 12 months maternity cover (22.5 hours- days negotiable), based in Dudley Salary: £14,586.02 (unqualified) - £17,483.45 (qualified) pro rata, £24,310.04 (unqualified) – £29,139.08 (qualified) FTEClosing date: 12 November 2025All interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you? We are looking for someone with experience of supporting victims/survivors of domestic abuse, managing a caseload and understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults. The post holder will have a good understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and how this can affect victims. The Role: The Domestic Abuse Practitioner will work within the family safeguarding team, focusing on providing support to victims of domestic abuse who have been referred from Children's services, specifically those on child in need and child protection plans. If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women’s Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally. We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. ....Read more...
Dudley Independent Domestic Violence Advisor
Black Country Women’s Aid Let us introduce ourselves… Black Country Women’s Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands, providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs-led. Community Services Directorate Within this directorate, the following vital services are delivered; Black Country Women’s Aid Community Services include; • Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley) • Black Country IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service • Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country)• Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum• Black Country Counselling Service • Domestic and sexual abuse Children and Young person’s service (Black Country)• West Midlands Stalking Service• Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre) This position is located within the Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service The BCWA Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service supports victims of domestic violence and abuse in Sandwell, Dudley, Wolverhampton and Walsall through a range of contracted/commissioning arrangements. The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users. Our integrated approach provides effective, holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach. The team: Our specialist Community Domestic Abuse Support Service supports male and female victims of domestic violence and abuse living in Sandwell, Dudley and Walsall through a range of contracted/ commissioning arrangements. The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users. Our integrated approach provides effective, holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach. We have a team of supportive, dedicated, self-driven individuals who empower clients to make informed choices, helping them to live a life free from abuse. Job Role Job Title: Dudley Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) Position available: 1 full-time position (37.5 hours)Salary: £24,310.04 - £27,751.55 (dependent upon qualifications and experience) Closing date: 12 November 2025 BCWA reserve the right to close this advert before the closing dateAll interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you? We are looking for a qualified/unqualified IDVA (training may be provided for the right candidate) to join our dynamic team. We are looking for someone with experience of supporting victims/survivors of domestic abuse, managing a caseload and understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults. The post holder will have a good understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and how this can affect victims. The Role: Our Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVA) provide a high-quality frontline domestic abuse support service to those at high risk of harm. As an IDVA, you will support victims of domestic abuse to assess level of risk, inform victims of their options and develop tailored safety plans to protect the victim and their children. You will work within a multi-agency framework to advocate for the victim, including responding and reporting to Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC) on behalf of the victim. The role also supports the empowerment of victims/survivors, assisting them to recognise the dynamics of domestic abuse present in their own situation through one-to-one support and group work, to help them regain control of their lives. If you are self-driven, compassionate and hardworking with lots of ambition, we would love to hear from you. To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal ops form, plus details on how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted. Important information for all positions Black Country Women’s Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Criminal Records Bureau for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UK Under Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer, need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination, we treat all job applicants equally. We therefore ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed, the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. ....Read more...
Administrator Apprentice
Kickstart Your Career as an Administrator (Apprentice) at Leigh Academy Minster! Are you looking to kickstart your career in administration? Do you thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment where your contribution matters? If so, we want to hear from you! Leigh Academy Minster is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Administrator (Apprentice) to join our welcoming and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience, develop your skills, and build a solid foundation for your career in administration. An Exciting Dual-Site Opportunity: This unique role will be primarily based at Leigh Academy Minster, but will also provide crucial administrative support to the new Snowfields Academy's Minster Campus, which is located on the same site. This offers an exceptional opportunity to gain a vast array of experience across both a mainstream secondary academy and a specialist SEN setting, providing invaluable insight and skill development. Why Join Us?: Welcoming and Supportive Team: At Leigh Academy Minster, you'll be part of a collaborative and nurturing team that is committed to your success. You'll receive guidance, mentorship, and the opportunity to grow in your role. Well Organised and Streamlined Office Environment: Our office is structured to support your work and ensure you can focus on developing your skills and contributing to our community.Vibrant and Diverse Community: Our school is proud to be a hub of diversity, fostering an inclusive and engaging environment for both students and staff. Who We’re Looking For: You’ll bring excellent communication skills, tact, and a collaborative spirit. Applicants should be professional, personable and committed to providing an excellent service on behalf of Leigh Academy Minster and above all else our appointed candidate will have a positive work ethic and can-do attitude. Strong organisational and IT skills are a must. To find out more about ConectED Apprenticeships, click here. Apprenticeship Summary Working weeks: Monday - Friday during school Term time + 4 weeksTotal hours per week (on average): 37 hours per week (including the 20% training element of the Apprenticeship Programme). Apprenticeship duration: Approx. 14 months + End Point Assessment (EPA). Programme delivery type: All modules are delivered as online learning which can be completed at your place of work. Start date: As soon as possible. Apprenticeship level: Advanced Level Apprenticeship (Level 3). Apprenticeship standard: Business & Administration. Positions available: 1. Essential entry qualifications: 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or equivalent, including Mathematics and English. This position offers an actual salary of £15,005 per annum (£16,200 full time equivalent) based on 37 hours per week, Term Time + 4 weeks inset. The working hours for this role are 8:15am - 4:15pm ( Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) and 8:00am - 3:30pm (Wednesday) with a 30 minute lunch break. This is an opportunity that offers a great chance to learn on the job while earning and gaining a qualification. If you're ready to take the first step in your career, apply now and join our incredible team at Leigh Academy Minster!Training Outcome:This position offers an actual salary of £15,005 per annum (£16,200 full time equivalent) based on 37 hours per week, Term Time + 4 weeks inset. The working hours for this role are 8:15am - 4:15pm ( Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) and 8:00am - 3:30pm (Wednesday) with a 30 minute lunch break. This is an opportunity that offers a great chance to learn on the job while earning and gaining a qualification. If you're ready to take the first step in your career, apply now and join our incredible team at Leigh Academy Minster!Employer Description:As of 1st September 2024, our Trust comprises 33 geographically organised academies (17 secondaries, 14 primaries and 2 special) educating 20,000 students, and employing 3,000 talented staff. The Trust is establishing four ‘clusters’ of academies: North Kent; Central Kent; South East London; Medway. In addition, the Trust is responsible for one of the region’s biggest initial teaching training organisations, a large teaching school hub and is an accredited apprenticeship provider. Our future plans are found in our Vision 2030 document available on our website. As part of Leigh Academies Trust, you will have ample opportunity to collaborate with your peers both within the academy and across the whole Trust. This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together. You are supported to undertake regular self-development to continue your professional development and hopefully progress further within the organisation. Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Our commitment to equality and diversity: As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.Working Hours :Monday - Friday during school Term time + 4 weeks, 37 hours per week (including the 20% training element of the Apprenticeship Programme).Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Team working ....Read more...