WOMEN'S AID NATIONAL OFFICE (BRISTOL)
Women’s Aid is the national domestic violence charity, which co-ordinates an England-wide network of over 500 local domestic and sexual violence services, and campaigns to end violence against women and children. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team. We have the following vacancy:
24 Hour National Domestic Violence Helpline run in partnership between Women’s Aid and Refuge
Helpline Shift Support Worker
Women’s Aid are recruiting for a Helpline Shift Support Worker to work on the Freephone 24 Hour National Domestic Violence Helpline, based in Bristol.
Can you help provide a vital lifeline to women experiencing domestic violence?
With relevant experience of providing support and information services for people in need, excellent telephone skills and an understanding of domestic violence, you will need to be able to respond effectively and sensitively to calls from a wide range of people. The National Domestic Violence Helpline operates on a 24/7 basis using a rotating shift pattern.
Hours: 31 per week worked in a variable shift pattern covering 24/7 that includes Bank Holidays, weekends and overnights.
Salary pay scales 25 - 29: £21,519 - £24,646 pro rata
Closing date for applications: 9 am, 18th February 2011
Interviews will be held on 25th February 2011
For an application pack, please email recruitment@womensaid.org.uk
Women only need apply (Section 7 (ii) SDA 1975). Women’s Aid is committed to quality, equality and valuing diversity. Applications are particularly welcome from black and minority ethnic women. Registered charity no: 1054154
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PETERBOROUGH WOMEN'S AID
Child Support Worker (female) Maternity Cover - 35 hours per week - £18323 per annum
An exciting role within a local specialist group working with women and children who are affected by domestic violence.
You will need a NVQ Level 3 Child Care qualification or equivalent and be able to plan and deliver play sessions and other activities. You will need the ability to offer individual support plans and a knowledge of domestic violence issues would be an advantage. This position will require excellent organisational skills and an ability to prioritize.
Post open to women only under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975s7(2)(d)S7(2)(e)
Closing date: 4th March 2011
For application packs please email pw_aid@btconnect.com. or telephone enquiries to 01733 847926
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AYLESBURY WOMEN’S AID
OUTREACH CO-ORDINATOR full time (initially 1 year contract) required to manage the Outreach service which offers information, support and advocacy to women experiencing crisis as a result of domestic violence.
The post requires that applicants have
• 2 years relevant experience
• An ability to work from a feminist perspective
• A clear understanding of the issue of violence against women
• The ability to drive and have the use of a car
Salary: £26,276,472 - £28,636 (NJC points 31 – 34)
Closing date for applications: Friday 11th March 2011
For further information and/or an application pack please ring 01296 436827 or email denise@awaid.demon.co.uk to receive the pack electronically.
This post will be subject to an enhanced CRB check and open to Women only. (Advertised in accordance with the Sex Discrimination Act 1975, Section 7(2)
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SIGNHEALTH
This is a fantastic opportunity to be a key part of an exciting new project from SignHealth, the pioneering Healthcare Charity for Deaf People. We are creating Young DeafHope, the UK’s first project working to prevent bullying, domestic abuse and sexual abuse of young Deaf people, (a sister project to DeafHope, the UK’s first project helping Deaf victims of domestic abuse). The pilot project will deliver workshops to young Deaf people in Deaf schools and Hearing Impairment Units in London and the South East, building to a national roll-out.
Female* Project Manager for Young DeafHope project
£28,000 to £32,000 pa pro rata plus London Weighting
(dependent on experience)
Three year contract. Nominally based in South London.
Initially part-time (3 days per week). Potential to increase to full-time, dependent on external funding being received by SignHealth charity
You are a woman* who uses BSL as your first language (or to CACDP Level II), and are actively involved in Deaf culture. You have superb communication and team-building skills, and can work independently or as part of a team. You have experience of working with Deaf children or young adults and have strong empathy with them, quickly building rapport with young people of differing communication needs. Ideally you have experience of developing and delivering training workshops to young people. Deaf youngsters will look to you as a role model.
If this is you, we want to meet you.
Female* Support Worker for Young DeafHope project
£20,000 to £24,000 pa pro rata plus London Weighting
(dependent on experience)
Three year contract. Nominally based in South London.
Initially part-time (2 days per week). Potential to increase to full-time, dependent on external funding being received by SignHealth charity
You are a woman* who uses BSL as your first language (or to CACDP Level II), and are actively involved in Deaf culture. You have superb communication skills, and work well as part of a team but can take initiative when needed. You have experience of working with Deaf children or young adults and have strong empathy with them, quickly building rapport with young people of differing communication needs. Ideally you have experience of delivering training workshops to young people.
If this is you, we want to meet you.
To apply for either of these positions please send an Application Form, Equality Form, Pre-medical questionnaire, CV, and covering letter to SignHealth, 5 Baring Road, Beaconsfield, Bucks HP9 2NB
Email info@signhealth.org.uk in case of any queries.
Forms and further information about Young DeafHope, and SignHealth’s other activities can be downloaded from our website at www.signhealth.org.uk
Applications from D/deaf people are strongly encouraged.
The successful candidate will be subject to a Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure at an enhanced level & Independent Safeguarding Adults clearance.
* The requirement for this role to be female-only is an Occupational Requirement to achieve a Legitimate Aim in the personal welfare or educational services field within the meaning of the Equality Act 2010.
Closing Date: 23rd Feb 2011
Interviews will be held on 2nd and 3rd March 2011
Registered Charity No. 1011056
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SOLACE WOMEN'S AID
Solace Women's Aid is dedicated to providing a full range of services for women and their children, enabling them to live lives free from domestic and sexual violence.
Counselling Co-ordinator: Domestic and Sexual Violence Service 22.5 hrs pw
You will work closely with our counselling services manager to support the day to day running of our very busy specialist service. Your role comprises the provision of regular clinical supervision to our team of counsellors alongside the assessment and allocation of clients into the service.
Salary: NCJ scale point 30-32 (£28,770 - £30,345 pro rata) Fixed term contract until October 2012
CLOSING DATE: 21st February 2011
INTERVIEW DATE: 1st March 2011
CONTACT DETAILS: For information & application pack (we do not accept CVs) ring Maureen Giles or Pat Shillong on 020 7619 1350 or email info@solacewomensaid.org
Section 7(2)e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply. These posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to a CRB disclosure check.
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EAVES HOUSING
VOLUNTEER/INTERN OPPORTUNITY
Corporate Fundraising Volunteer
A new volunteer role has arisen for a Corporate Fundraising Volunteer. Working closely with the Corporate Fundraiser, your role will involve assisting with the organisation of charity events and in-kind donations which will include face-to- face meetings with businesses, undertaking some administration duties including inputting on our databases and some research.
You will be proactive, flexible and organised and have the ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team. You will be working with people from a variety of backgrounds so good communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
This is an exciting role and would be ideal for a hardworking individual looking to build on their fundraising/events experience.
To be of mutual benefit we would expect the successful applicant to be able to commit to working at least 3 days a week ideally until mid June. Your support will be needed mainly during office hours, which are 9.30 to 5.30.
Due to the sensitive nature of our work, an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check is required, which Eaves can obtain for on your behalf.
You can find out more about Eaves and its projects, and also download the recruitment pack, by visiting www.eaves4women.co.uk. You can also obtain an application pack by emailing recruitment@eaveshousing.co.uk or calling 020 7840 7124 (please state clearly the volunteer position you are applying for).
Eaves is a feminist organisation, committed to equality of opportunity and encourages applications from all sectors of the community.
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EAVES HOUSING
VOLUNTEER/INTERN OPPORTUNITY
Communications Assistant Volunteer
A new role of a volunteer/intern Communications Assistant has arisen. The role will be suitable for anyone who has experience of working within a communications setting or is studying in a related field – for example journalism.
The main purpose of the role will be to provide support to Eaves Communications and Fundraising Manager across media and publications work. This will involve updating a directory of contacts, empowering service users to write their own newsletter, updating media contacts database and assisting with the production and preparation of marketing materials, events and media work.
To be of mutual benefit we would expect the successful applicant to be able to commit to working two – three days per week on an ongoing basis. Your support will be needed mainly during office hours, which are 9.30 to 5.30.
Due to the sensitive nature of our work, this role is for a woman in accordance with Schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. An enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check is required, which Eaves can obtain on your behalf.
You can find out more about Eaves and its projects, and also download the recruitment pack, by visiting www.eaves4women.co.uk. You can also obtain an application pack by emailing recruitment@eaveshousing.co.uk or calling 020 7840 7124 (please state clearly the volunteer position you are applying for).
Eaves is a feminist organisation, committed to equality of opportunity and encourages applications from all sectors of the community.
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SURVIVE
In-house Bookkeeper for Survive (part time)
(female only*)
Survive is an innovative, dynamic and well respected charity which works with women and children who have experienced domestic abuse in South Glos and Bristol. We are looking for a permanent, part time bookkeeper to prepare for and produce monthly management accounts and run our payroll. You will be proficient in using SAGE and Excel and will provide support to the admin and managerial staff to enable them to manage and access budgets and prepare for audit. Ideally you will be AAT qualified. Survive has a committed and friendly team of 17 who provide a wide range of front line and managerial services in a main office and across three refuges. The post is for 13 hours a week at £ 17,466 pro rata + pension. Applications only accepted on the form available on our website www.survivedv.org.uk Enquiries 0117 9613065
Closing date: 12pm Wednesday 23rd February. Interviews: Friday 4th March.
Survive is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work.
* Women only - section 7 (2) of 1975 Sex Discrimination Act applies.
Charity No. 1114005
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the nia project
the nia project provides a wide range of services for women and children who have experienced domestic violence and other forms of gender violence.
The organisation is now recruiting for the following Maternity cover posts within the Children and Young Peoples Service.
Family Learning Project
1 x Family Learning Worker
Full time (35hrs/week)
Maternity Cover until 22nd April 2011 - Fixed Term Contract.
Based in Hackney (with travel across London required)
Salary Range: (35 hrs/week) (25,301 - £27,724
We are delivering a pan-London Family Learning Project working with mothers/carers and their children (0-16 yrs) from Black, minority ethnic and refugee communities who have been affected by domestic violence. Family learning opportunities will be offered to enable mothers/carers and their children to learn together, developing new skills such as cookery, crafts and IT, whilst also developing parenting skills.
The Family Learning Worker will work with the Family Learning Team, across London, delivering a range of programmes and workshops. Job share arrangements for this post will be considered.
Family Support Project
1 x Family Support Worker
Full Time (35hrs/week)
Maternity Cover until 20th May 2011- Fixed Term contract
Based in Hackney and Haringey including some evenings
Salary Range: (25,301 - £27,724)
We are seeking an experienced practitioner who will provide direct support to children affected by violence against women through the provision of play-based groups, including early years play sessions (6 months – 5 years) and holiday playscheme’s (5-16 years) and to provide 1:1 support and advocacy for mothers/carers and young people affected by violence against women. This will include support with parenting as well as practical and emotional support. Job share arrangements for this post will be considered.
Information for above posts:
Female applicants only. Section 7(2) (e) of the 1975 Sex Discrimination Act applies to all posts.
These posts will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau
Closing Date: 5pm, Thursday 17 February 2011
To apply for any of the above posts you can download an application pack from our website: www.niaproject.info, or contact the Admin Line on 0207 683 1270.
CV’s will not be accepted.
the nia project is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are members of Women’s Aid Federation, England.
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BLUECARE - IDVA VACANCY (London)
My client is seeking a independent domestic violence advocate who is a compassionate and supportive individual with strong advocacy skills.
The service itself provides victims of domestic violence support and guidance in taking measures to safe guard themselves. The role will involve managing a case load of high risk complex cases and requires a pro-active and organised individual.
The successful candidate must have experience working within MARAC framework and ideally be CAADA trained. Previous experience as an independent domestic violence advocate is preferable however we will welcome applications from candidates demonstrating experience managing high risk cases in a multi-agency setting.
Closing date: 19th February
If you would like to apply for this position or would like any more information please send your CV to paul.coulson@bluecare.co.uk. Or call on 0207 861 8918.
I also have positions available in refuge, outreach and floating support as well as Substance Misuse and Criminal Justice in the London area. If you would like to apply to any of the above please send your CV to paul.coulson@bluecare.co.uk
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