Domestic Abuse Practitioner (BAME Specialist)

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Leicester
Permanent
20 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
Salary: £13,624 per annum
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate and resilient Domestic Abuse Practitioner to support BAME women and their children within a specialist refuge service in Leicester.
You will provide safe, culturally sensitive support to individuals experiencing domestic abuse, forced marriage, honour-based violence, and other forms of harm. This is a frontline role where you will help residents rebuild their confidence, independence, and wellbeing in a safe and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage referrals, admissions, and risk/needs assessments
• Provide 1:1 emotional and practical support, including safety planning
• Support access to housing, benefits, legal, health, and education services
• Advocate for residents and attend key appointments
• Deliver culturally appropriate support to BAME communities
• Develop and review personalised support plans
• Support safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults
• Assist with the day-to-day running of the refuge
• Maintain accurate records and case notes
• Participate in on-call/out-of-hours support

Requirements

• Experience supporting BAME women affected by domestic abuse or similar
• Background in social care, support work, or safeguarding (2-3 years)
• Ability to speak at least one relevant BAME language
• Strong communication, advocacy, and organisational skills
• Ability to manage complex and high-risk situations
• Flexible approach to working hours (including on-call)
• Commitment xbpsjku to equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)

Desirable

• Experience in the voluntary sector
• Knowledge of NRPF, immigration, or complex needs
• First Aid qualification
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Why Join Us?

• Make a real difference in the lives of women and children
• Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A meaningful and rewarding career