We are recruiting an experienced Senior Domestic Abuse Manager to join our Children’s Safeguarding / Family Safeguarding service. You will manage, lead, and develop a team of operational domestic abuse workers, delivering probation-related services in line with the needs of the Swindon Children’s Safeguarding Team, relevant legislation, policies, standards, and service objectives.
The role also involves developing and managing multi-agency partnerships, representing the service internally and externally, and contributing to service improvement and performance management.
*Job Title: Senior Domestic Abuse Manager
*Location: Civic Campus, Euclid Street, Swindon, SN1 2JG
*Contract: 12-month +
*Hours: 37 per week
*Rate: £42.00 per hour (umbrella)
*Start: ASAP
Key Responsibilities:
*Manage and maintain programmes and activities to meet safeguarding requirements and performance targets
*Lead and manage organisational change within service delivery
*Work closely with social services teams and senior managers to contribute to team and service plans
*Support the development of strategies, procedures, and best practice
*Evaluate performance and contribute to continuous service improvement
*Support staff development, supervision, and effective workforce practice
*Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
Person Specification:
*Senior-level experience in domestic abuse, safeguarding, probation, or family safeguarding services
*Strong background in team leadership, risk management, and multi-agency working
*Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills