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Birmingham and Solihull Women’s Aid have for over 45 years supported women and children with services around domestic violence and abuse. Could you be a part of our team as we continue our mission to end domestic violence and abuse?

The region’s leading charity in tackling violence against women and girls, BSWA offers a helpline, webchat, drop in and and community support as well as emergency accommodation in six refuges across the area.

Projects supports women in the criminal justice system, in healthcare settings, and throughout the community, offering support to women and children experiencing domestic violence. Alongside this, we also have staff offering training and consultancy to businesses and health and social care professionals alike, raising awareness on gender based violence issues.

We seek like-minded women to join our enthusiastic team of workers, all of us passionate about the vital and valuable work we do to support women and children who have experienced domestic abuse, and tackling the wider issues of violence against women and girls.

Key Responsibilities 

This role will work very closely with Birmingham Children’s Trust Multi-Disciplinary Family Drug and Alcohol team, ensuring domestic abuse is recognised and managed safely while women and children work through the Trial For Change programme.

Experience Required

• Providing emotional and practical support to families with diverse and complex needs including domestic violence, substance misuse and mental health issues
• Undertaking family assessments using a variety of assessment tools
• Working within safeguarding guidelines to protect and promote the well-being of children and vulnerable adults
• Planning and delivering appropriate programmes of direct work and evaluating their effectiveness

Benefits

• 31 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
• Up to 6% matched pension contribution
• Free access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance scheme while in employment (a lump sum of 4 times salary)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Health Cash Plan scheme available to all employees from day one
• Successful candidates may have the opportunity to work under hybrid working arrangements, subject to the role and to the terms of our Hybrid Working Policy

BSWA is a Disability Confident Employer. We want everyone to have equal chance at being considered for our jobs. Should you be unable to submit your application online and would prefer an alternative method, or you are experiencing another barrier to completing your application, please contact our recruitment team at: recruitment@bswaid.org

These posts are covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010) and women only need apply.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is at 12 noon on Friday 22nd May. Apply here: https://bswaid.org/jobs/

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STAYING PUT – proud to provide vital support and services to the men, women and children of Bradford who are survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence. We help people have better lives – and you can too.

With over 24 years’ experience of providing support to men, women and children who are survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence in the Bradford area, we put our clients at the heart of what we do and are continually striving to make the survivors experience the very best it can be whilst accessing our services.

Our team of committed and dedicated colleagues work with passion and integrity to deliver a holistic package of integrated support in our fast-changing environment.

Mental Health Advocate

Are you looking for a rewarding role that allows you to support vulnerable clients who are fleeing domestic abuse?

About the role

As a Mental Health Advocate, you will be supporting individuals in the accommodation service, offering a trauma informed and solution focused approach to your work. You will use your skills and experience in this specialist role to support colleagues through collaborative work and create pathways of support for some of our most vulnerable clients. In this challenging but very rewarding role, you will work with clients and specialist services to ensure the client’s individual needs are recognised and met appropriately, create and deliver sessions focused on wellbeing to help reduce risk of further harm and help clients feel more empowered and safe. This post is district wide where you will be working with accommodation clients in our refuges and dispersed properties.

Full time, 37.5 hrs per week, £27,554-£28,735 FTE, depending on qualifications. 12-month maternity cover.

About you

You will have a minimum 1 years’ experience of working within mental health services or with clients where mental health and wellbeing was the predominant need. A recognised qualification in mental health is desirable but not essential. You will have experience of assessing needs and creating packages of support for clients with multiple/complex needs.

You will have a can-do attitude and the passion and drive to help people gain confidence in their daily lives and feel empowered. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and have a patient and friendly approach. You will be able to work on you own initiative and in partnership with colleagues and external agencies. You will be able to demonstrate a commitment to equal opportunities.

Women only – **Due to the nature of the work, we can only accept applications from women under schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010**

About us

Staying Put are part of an exciting and innovative, multi-agency partnership working together with Family Action and Women Centre, to develop a ‘one system approach’ to families affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence.

We are looking for enthusiastic, experienced, engaged and highly motivated people to join our expanding team.

Be part of an organisation that makes a difference and where 85% of colleagues agree or strongly agree they feel valued.

We want to be a great place to work so have attractive benefits;

• 30 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
• Day off for your birthday in addition to the annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity pay after 1 year
• Healthcare plan on completion of probation
• Employee discount scheme & wellbeing platform
• Free on-site parking at most sites
• Welfare and wellbeing policies
• Clinical supervision with external providers

Application Information

To find out more and apply for this exciting role please visit our website https://stayingput.org.uk/mental-health-advocate/ 

Here you can download the job description and application form. Please submit completed applications to the address on the form. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 12 noon Thursday 14th May 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 21st May 2026

We expect a high volume of applications so unfortunately, we will not be able to respond to all applications individually. If you have not heard from us 2 days before the interview date, please assume you were unsuccessful this time.

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Sarah Davidge, Head of Membership, Research and Evaluation at Women’s Aid, comments: 

 “The new data from the Domestic Homicide project, which for the first time, has identified a teenage girl dying of suicide as a result of domestic abuse, is incredibly disturbing.  

“Domestic abuse has a devastating impact on the mental health and wellbeing of survivors, and it is heartbreaking to see that this heinous crime is impacting a growing number of young women and girls. Sadly, young men and boys are increasingly exposed to violent and misogynistic content online, which further feeds into the harmful behaviours we know underpin violence against women and girls (VAWG). We know from our own research that those who have viewed such content are five times more likely to view hurting someone physically as acceptable if you say sorry afterwards. We also know that worrying behaviours indicative of controlling behaviour, including ‘love bombing’, stalking and the giving of unwanted gifts, are normalised by those who have been exposed to harmful content online.   

“We must do more to ensure that young people have access to reliable and trustworthy information about what constitutes a healthy relationship that is rooted in consent and mutual respect. We must also ensure that survivors are being heard and helped before they feel like it is too late. Every life lost is preventable and we owe it to the families of these girls and women to do better.” 

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STAYING PUT – proud to provide vital support and services to the men, women and children of Bradford who are survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence. We help people have better lives – and you can too.

With over 24 years’ experience of providing support to men, women and children who are survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence in the Bradford area, we put our clients at the heart of what we do and are continually striving to make the survivors experience the very best it can be whilst accessing our services.

Our team of committed and dedicated colleagues work with passion and integrity to deliver a holistic package of integrated support in our fast-changing environment.

Young Person’s Violence Advocate

We have an exciting opportunity for a Young Persons Domestic Abuse Advocate (YPDAA) to join our Early Intervention and Prevention Team as part of a 2-year contract.

Would you like the chance to develop services that help young people understand the dynamics and complexities of domestic abuse, with the aim to drive forward long-lasting positive change where young women and girls can live free from abuse and violence?

About the role

This role will work directly with young people aged 16–24 affected by domestic abuse, providing trauma-informed, person-centred support that helps them feel safe, heard and empowered. You’ll also work closely with colleges, universities and partner agencies to raise awareness, deliver prevention work, and strengthen responses to domestic abuse and healthy relationships, and deliver group work.

The post is about early intervention, building resilience, and ensuring young people have the right support at the right time. You’ll be joining a supportive, values-led organisation committed to safety, equality and meaningful change across the Bradford district.

This is a part-time role, 30 hours per week over 4 days, £27,554 to £28,735 FTE per annum (depending on DV qualification), (actual salary £22,043 – £22,988 per annum) 2 years fixed term initially.

About you

If you have experience of working in the domestic abuse arena, education setting or with young people in a crisis situation, and are looking for a new challenge, this is the opportunity for you. Our ideal candidate will have experience of working, and maintaining positive relationships, with partner agencies as well as being a strong team player with a non-judgemental and empathic approach. We are looking for someone who is a great communicator and has experience delivering presentations that engage their audience.

Women only – **Due to the nature of our work and service users, we can only accept applications from women under schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010**

About us

Staying Put are part of an exciting and innovative, multi-agency partnership working together with Family Action and Women Centre, to develop a ‘one system approach’ to families affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence.

We are proud to provide vital support and services to men, women and children of Bradford who are survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence. We help people have better lives – and you can too.

We are looking for enthusiastic, experienced, engaged and highly motivated people to join our expanding team.

Be part of an organisation that makes a difference and where 85% of colleagues agree or strongly agree they feel valued.

We want to be a great place to work so have attractive benefits;

• 30 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata) and birthday leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity pay after 1 year
• Workplace pension
• Healthcare plan after probation
• Employee discount scheme & wellbeing platform
• Free on-site parking at most sites
• Welfare and wellbeing policies
• Being part of an inclusive & diverse organisation
• Clinical supervision with external providers
• Training and development plans

Closing date: 5pm Friday 8th May

Interviews: Friday 22nd May

Application Information

To find out more and apply for this exciting role please visit our website https://stayingput.org.uk/young-persons-violence-advocate/

Here you can download the recruitment pack,  job description and application form. Please submit completed applications to the address on the form. CVs will not be accepted.

We expect a high volume of applications so unfortunately, we will not be able to respond to all applications individually. If you have not heard from us by 20th May, please consider that you have not been successful on this occasion.

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Do you have the resilience and the motivational, inspiring personality it takes to bring a rapid response to this vital service aimed at supporting Bristol’s female homeless population? This is an innovative project for Next Link working with St Mungo’s to provide safe housing and specialist support to women who are fleeing or at risk of domestic or gender-based violence or abuse, with principles of safety, choice, collaboration, trust, and empowerment.

We have a rewarding opportunity available for a Female* Independent Domestic and Sexual Violence Advisor (IDSVA) to join our Respite Room Safehouse Team in Bristol. You will join us on a full-time, Permanent contract working 37.5 hours per week on a rota basis including some evening and weekend work.  In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £28,598 (unqualified) or £30,024 (qualified) per annum plus unsociable hours payment and benefits.

In return for joining us, we will offer you:

• Up to 30 days annual leave (depending on length of service)
• 3 extra holidays including International Women’s Day
• Excellent development and training opportunities
• Employer pension contribution (minimum 5% of your gross salary)
• Mindful Employer Plus Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Health and Wellbeing programme

About the role

Managed by St Mungo’s and Next Link on behalf of the DLUHC (Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities), the Respite Rooms safehouse provides a specialist gender and trauma informed housing and support service for women facing multiple disadvantage fleeing or at risk of domestic and/or gender-based violence.

The service offers short stay temporary accommodation to women who are fleeing or at risk of domestic or gender-based violence or abuse.

This post will be based at the Respite Rooms safehouse providing housing and specialist support to high-risk victims of domestic abuse across Bristol. The role will involve working with a client group experiencing multiple complexities, delivering specialist domestic abuse interventions, and holding the specialism within the team.

Working with Next Link and in close partnership with the Police, Lighthouse, Homelessness, and Drug/Alcohol support services to provide a co-ordinated package of emotional and practical support, advice, and advocacy to female survivors of domestic violence

The role involves empowering survivors to increase their options, make positive choices/decisions, increase their confidence, safety, and recovery.

In this role you will:

Deliver, in conjunction with other members of the team, support to female clients with multiple support needs who have also experienced domestic or sexual abuse and VAWG.

You will be carrying out IDVA assessments and interventions, providing clients with personalised case management support to help them be connected into specialist external services, and ensuring a housing pathway so the women can be rapidly and safely rehoused.

Working with your small team, as well as liaising closely with partner agencies and the night workers, you will work a rota that will involve some evening, weekend work. This role will pay unsocial able hours payment.

You will ideally be a fully qualified IDVA or be willing to work towards an IDVA qualification and will have experience of working with vulnerable people and an understanding of the needs of homeless women and/or women who have experienced domestic or sexual abuse or exploitation. Strong communication, influencing, and reasoning skills are also key, as is a flair for solving problems. Other qualities include knowing how to network and build effective relationships with people at every level, and a keen interest to keep abreast of current DV and VAWG related issues, housing legislation, welfare benefit legislations, and other matters relevant to successful support and move on of clients.

This role is only open to female applicants. Due to the specific requirements of this role, this post is exempt under the Equality Act (2010), Part 1, Schedule 9 (Genuine Occupational Requirement).

About you

You will ideally hold an IDVA qualification or be willing to work towards an IDVA qualification and will have experience of delivering specialist domestic abuse interventions to women facing multiple disadvantage. Strong communication, influencing, and reasoning skills are also key, as is a flair for solving problems.

You will adopt a trauma-informed approach in all interactions, recognising the impact of complex trauma, avoiding re-traumatisation, and prioritising emotional and physical safety, choice, and autonomy. This will include building consistent, trusting relationships with women through compassionate, non-judgemental and strengths-based engagement.

Other qualities include knowing how to network and build effective relationships with people at every level, and a keen interest to keep abreast of current DV and VAWG related issues, housing legislation, welfare benefit legislations, and other matters relevant to successful support and move on of clients.

How to apply:

Please download the Application Pack from our website and complete the Application Form. Please submit your application by 9am Thursday 23^rd April 2026. Please do not send CVs. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 29^th and Thursday 30^th April 2026.

hr.enquiries@missinglinkhousing.co.uk                                                          www.nextlinkhousing.co.uk

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We have a rewarding opportunity available for a Female* Community Outreach Worker to join our team based across Bristol.  You will join us on a part-time, Permanent Contract working 15 hours per week (Wednesday and Thursday or Thursday and Friday), including participation in an out of hours telephone on-call rota and some evening and Saturday working.  In return, you will receive a competitive salary of Point 12 £28,598 pro rata per annum plus benefits.

Established in 1999, Next Link is the leading provider of domestic abuse services to women and children in Bristol and South Gloucestershire. At Next Link we are committed to providing holistic, empowering and personalised support and advocacy to women and children experiencing domestic abuse. With a focus on survivor’s safety and recovery; we believe the provision of flexible support tailored to survivor’s needs can be transforming, helping to maximise independence and self-determination so survivors can make informed choices.

In return for joining us, we will offer you:

• Up to 30 days annual leave (depending on length of service)
• 3 extra holidays including International Women’s Day
• Excellent development and training opportunities
• Employer pension contribution (minimum 5% of your gross salary)
• Mindful Employer Plus Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Health and Wellbeing programme

About the role:

As our Community Outreach Worker, you will work within an integrated team within Next Link Domestic abuse services. Providing a co-ordinated package of emotional and practical support, advice and advocacy to survivors of domestic violence and their children, who are living in the community and experiencing domestic abuse. The role involves empowering survivors to increase their options, make positive choices/decisions, increase their confidence, safety and recovery.

Key duties and responsibilities of our Female* Community Outreach Worker:

• Provide outreach, resettlement and tenancy sustainment support enabling women in the community to safely maintain their current accommodation, access alternative housing, welfare benefits, legal advice and support services
• Maintain an effective support service with the aim of enabling the survivor and her children to develop the skills and resources necessary to move on and maintain independence and self-reliance
• To provide short term support to clients around safety planning and ensuring they are aware of their options in relation to their current circumstances.
• Maintain knowledge of local services, encourage engagement and reduce the families’ isolation
• Recognise, respect and address the needs of service-users who face particular barriers when seeking help to access the service
• Maintain an up to date working knowledge of housing legislation, housing and welfare legislation and the welfare benefit system
• Promote the service through building positive relationships with current, potential referrers and service users to ensure a steady flow of appropriate referrals
• Where relevant, refer children and young people needing additional specialist support to the Family Workers
• Actively participate in regular one-to-one supervision, reflective practice groups, and annual appraisals

What we are looking for in our ideal Female* Community Outreach Worker:

• An understanding of the impact of domestic abuse on women and children
• Experience of carrying out needs and risk assessments, co-producing risk management and safety plans with women and children experiencing domestic abuse
• Experience providing support to individuals to sustain/ manage their tenancies and avoid tenancy breakdown
• An understanding of cultural diversity and domestic abuse
• The ability to provide respectful, non-judgemental, and confidential support to women and their children
• Numeracy and literacy to GCSE level/NVQ 2 or equivalent
• A full driving licence and access to transport

Please apply now to join us as our Female* Community Outreach Worker and contribute to the valuable work Next Link and its wider services, delivering hope and support to survivors of domestic violence and abuse.

How to apply:

Please download the application pack from our website and complete the application form.  Please submit your application by 9am on Friday 10th April 2026.  Please do not send CVs.  Interviews will be held w/c 13th April 2026

To apply for this job email your details to HR.Enquiries@missinglinkhousing.co.uk.

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About the role: We are seeking to recruit an experienced IDVA.   You will provide high-quality, proactive support to victims of domestic violence and abuse, delivering services to those at high risk, as well as low or medium risk clients when required. This role operates within Bromley & Croydon Women’s Aid (BCWA) but contributes to the Safe Horizons London Partnership, ensuring survivor-focused, culturally competent, and intersectional support.   The IDVA will work collaboratively with the Safe Horizons network, supporting victims/survivors through both in-person advocacy and the partnership’s bespoke digital platform, which provides access to specialist modules, resources, and 24/7 support where appropriate.

Employee benefits we offer:
– A friendly, flexible and values-led organisation
– Competitive salary
– 25 days of annual holiday, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
– Contributory pension scheme (5%)
– Training to help you perform your role and support your professional development
– Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
– Two Wellbeing Days and day off on birthday

Who we are: Bromley & Croydon Women’s Aid is a well-established, innovative and forward-thinking local domestic abuse service. We are seeking a self-motivated, flexible and experienced individual to join our dynamic team to help us deliver excellent services to vulnerable women who have experienced domestic abuse and be committed to working in a non-discriminatory manner.

Location: All staff have access to hot-desking at our office as needed.  Flexible working is welcomed at BCWA, with a mix of home and location-based working across our friendly and supportive team. We are all women with busy lives and families, and we understand that flexibility can be crucial in supporting women in the workplace. However this role may require some co-location across venues in Bromley & Croydon boroughs and so flexibility is required.  A driving licence and access to a vehicle would be preferable however the role can still be done using public transport, but you will need to take more care when scheduling meetings and planning your travel routes. You will occasionally be required to attend our London SE20 office for meetings or staff training.

Wellbeing: As a trauma-informed charity we take mental health and wellbeing seriously. We offer clinical supervision to our frontline team, regular staff wellbeing sessions, use of our Employee Assistance Programme and an additional wellbeing platform which offers a range of advice and support.

Notifying candidates: We apologise in advance that we will not be able to notify candidates who are not shortlisted.   If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks from application deadline, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.   We reserve the right to terminate the recruitment process early once the right applicant has been found or if we receive a large number of applications.

Female applicants only: In light of the nature of work, the candidate’s gender is considered to be an occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: BCWA is committed to supporting and promoting equality & diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. To achieve this, we seek to employ a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds to better represent the communities we serve.

BCWA is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Reg. Charity No.1068007.

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About the role: We are seeking to recruit a Senior IDVA.  The ideal candidate will have both extensive experience in an IDVA role, as well as experience of supervising a team within a domestic abuse or related safeguarding setting.  You will provide high-quality, trauma-informed advocacy to survivors assessed as high risk of serious harm due to domestic abuse. In addition to holding a complex caseload, you will provide day-to-day practice leadership and, where allocated, line management and supervision within the IDVA team. You will support robust safeguarding practice, monitor risk management standards, and deputise for the Service Manager when required to ensure safe and effective service delivery.

Employee benefits we offer:
– A friendly, flexible and values-led organisation
– Competitive salary
– 25 days of annual holiday, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
– Contributory pension scheme (5%)
– Training to help you perform your role and support your professional development
– Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
– Two Wellbeing Days and day off on birthday

Who we are: Bromley & Croydon Women’s Aid is a well-established, innovative and forward-thinking local domestic abuse service. We are seeking a self-motivated, flexible and experienced individual to join our dynamic team to help us deliver excellent services to vulnerable women who have experienced domestic abuse and be committed to working in a non-discriminatory manner.

Location: All staff have access to hot-desking at our office as needed.  Flexible working is welcomed at BCWA, with a mix of home and location-based working across our friendly and supportive team. We are all women with busy lives and families, and we understand that flexibility can be crucial in supporting women in the workplace. However this role may require some co-location across venues in Bromley & Croydon boroughs and so flexibility is required. A driving licence and access to a vehicle would be preferable however the role can still be done using public transport, but you will need to take more care when scheduling meetings and planning your travel routes. You will occasionally be required to attend our London SE20 office for meetings or staff training.

Wellbeing: As a trauma-informed charity we take mental health and wellbeing seriously. We offer clinical supervision to our frontline team, regular staff wellbeing sessions, use of our Employee Assistance Programme and an additional wellbeing platform which offers a range of advice and support.

Notifying candidates: We apologise in advance that we will not be able to notify candidates who are not shortlisted.   If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks from application deadline, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.   We reserve the right to terminate the recruitment process early once the right applicant has been found or if we receive a large number of applications.

Female applicants only: In light of the nature of work, the candidate’s gender is considered to be an occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: BCWA is committed to supporting and promoting equality & diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. To achieve this, we seek to employ a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds to better represent the communities we serve.

BCWA is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Reg. Charity No.1068007.

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OUR SERVICES
BCWA provide a wide range of services including safe refuge accommodation, children & young people’s services, telephone helpline offering advice and referral, “Keys to Freedom” support groups, Japanese-language outreach service, support for women with No Recourse to Public Funds and those from the EEA needing to regularise their immigration status, One Stop Shop offering access to legal advice and social service professionals.

BECOMING A TRUSTEE
What is a Trustee?
Trustees ensure their charity has a clear strategy, and that its work and goals are in line with its vision. A trustee’s role in a charity is to be the ‘guardians of purpose’, making sure that all decisions put the needs of the beneficiaries first. They safeguard the charity’s assets – both physical assets, including property, and intangible ones, such as its reputation. They make sure these are used well and that the charity is run sustainably.

Why join our board?
BCWA was founded by a group of local women in Bromley who wanted to do something practical to support women in their local community and has been run by women and for women ever since. Over the past few years the organisation has grown considerably but still operates very much in the spirit of grassroots feminist women’s movement of the 70s, out of which it was founded.
Many of our trustees, staff and volunteers have lived experience of domestic abuse, and the organisation actively welcome survivors at all levels. We are a supportive, warm and friendly group and we genuinely strive to foster great relationships. Our Board is made up of a diverse group of women with a broad range of backgrounds, skills and experience. This team operates on mutual respect and true collaboration in order to provide the best leadership possible to the charity. We are solutions oriented, creative, forward-thinking and passionate about working to end domestic abuse.

BCWA has seen sustained growth over the last few years and has increased its property portfolio to provide a range of dispersed ‘move on’ accommodation for women leaving refuge, with continued support.
The charity is also committed to an ongoing process of service improvement via stakeholder feedback and analysis of needs and gaps in provision. Our local knowledge and specialist expertise positions us very well to innovate in co-producing new services.

What skills are we looking for?
We are looking for a range of new trustees with a range of different skills to shape and steer the future of this dynamic organisation, as well as bring wisdom, energy and new perspectives to our governance.  We would particularly welcome applications from women with knowledge of or experience working in the following sectors:

• Social housing, social investment, housing, company or charity or general legal background
• Provision of mental health services
• AI expertise

ROLE DESCRIPTION
We are looking for strategic-minded individuals with a variety of skills to join our board. Our trustees play an essential role in making sure that BCWA achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that we have a clear strategy and that our work and goals are in line with our vision.

Trustee duties

• To ensure the BCWA is carrying out its purposes, as set out in its governing document.
• To ensure the charity complies with its governing document, charity law and any other applicable laws.
• To act in the charity’s best interests, making balanced and adequately informed decisions.
• To contribute actively to the Board of Trustees in giving firm strategic direction, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets (including evaluating performance against set targets).
• To provide guidance using previous experience and expertise on a range of aspects of BCWA’s business, including support to set up new initiatives.
• To ensure the effective and efficient administration of the Organisation.
• To monitor the financial, strategic and operational performance of BCWA.
• In addition to the above responsibilities, each Trustee should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they possess, to enable the Board to reach sound decisions. This may involve leading discussions, focusing on key issues, scrutinising reports, providing advice and guidance on new issues, particularly where a Trustee has specific expertise. Our board meets bi-monthly and holds an Annual General Meeting.

Personal skills and qualities

• Willingness and ability to understand and accept their responsibilities and liabilities as trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and work effectively as a board member.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to participate actively in discussion.
• A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Enthusiasm for our vision: working to end domestic abuse.
• Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.

We are a feminist organisation and recognise the gendered nature of domestic abuse and other forms of violence against women and girls.

Time Commitment
Attendance at board meetings which take place six times a year. Meetings are held in the early evening, mostly on-line, with one or two held in-person at our south-east London Head Office.   Trustees will also need to carry out any pre-meeting reading and preparation and may be contacted occasionally for advice.

Further Information
We are happy to have informal discussions about the role and warmly welcome candidates to visit us or observe a board meeting if they wish.
New Trustees are assigned an existing member who is responsible for their induction and support for a period of 6 months.
As our organisation works with extremely vulnerable clients, safeguarding is one of our key priorities. Please contact us if you would like more info or to view our safeguarding policies. In light of this, offers are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Female applicants only
In light of the nature of work, the candidate’s gender is considered to be an occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
BCWA is committed to supporting and promoting equality & diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. To achieve this, we seek to employ a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds to better represent the communities we serve.

BCWA is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Reg. Charity No.1068007.

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