Job Details:
Complex Domestic Abuse Practitioner

Job Description

• Full-time position of 37 hours per week
• Fixed-term contract to 31^st March 2026 with the possibility of extension subject to funding
• Annual salary of £26,925.44, rising by 4% upon successful completion of probationary period

Stockport Without Abuse (SWA) is a grassroots charity committed to supporting our vision of everyone having a right to live in safety, and to have a future without fear of domestic abuse. We work directly with women, men and children who have experienced or are at risk of domestic abuse.

Main purpose of the post: 

The Complex Domestic Abuse Practitioner works alongside our high-risk IDVA service to provide an intensive programme of support to those victims who are identified as having multiple or complex needs, repeat victimisation and – where engagement attempts have proven unsuccessful – in improving outcomes. They will maintain a unique working partnership between Stockport Without Abuse (SWA) and statutory safeguarding partners, and will help to enable victims to develop and maintain relationships that promote their wellbeing, keep them safe and prevent, reduce or delay their need to access statutory services. 

Working holistically with individuals who have been repeatedly victimised, the Complex Practitioner will make interventions to help build upon existing personal strengths and support networks to enhance resilience, develop self-esteem, and minimise the threat of harm to themselves or others.

Why work with us? 

Our benefits include 24 days per annum plus all public bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff), your birthday off every year, regular clinical supervision with an external provider and 3% employer contributory pension. After successfully completing your probationary period, you’ll also have access to our Life Assurance scheme and receive a monthly contribution towards your Health and Wellbeing.

Applications only – we do not accept CV’s. Please read the guidance in your application pack.

The job description, person specification and application forms are available to download at stockportwithoutabuse/get-involved. Once complete, please send your application and other requested forms to: [email protected]

Closing date for applications is 9am Friday 21^st February 2025

Interviews will be held w/c 3^rd March 2025