Domestic Abuse Specialist Practitioner

 About the role:

This post is restricted to MALE applicants only under the (Genuine) Occupational Requirement of the Equality Act 2010.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Domestic Abuse and Interpersonal Violence Team as we expand our existing service provision. In recognition of the prevalence and complexity of domestic abuse we are recruiting to an additional 2 male Domestic Abuse Specialist Practitioner posts. The service will offer a whole family, tiered approach to domestic abuse, supporting all levels of risk.

We are seeking 2 male members of staff to join the existing predominantly female team to ensure we align with Respect national standards of delivery, primarily within our group work provision. We are recruiting to male practitioners, who can represent the service user group for those who use abusive behaviours (predominantly males). In particular for the group work programme, it is essential that we have an appropriate gender balance within the wider team so that we can deliver with one male and one female worker. This is because a co-gendered delivery enables the role modelling of healthy, equitable relationships between men and women to the audience. It also enables the male colleague to challenge misogynistic views, attitudes, and behaviours. The male worker will need to be able to demonstrate healthy attitudes towards women through their co-delivery of the work with female colleagues.

The Domestic Abuse Specialist Practitioners (DASP) will be based in one of the areas of Birmingham (North, West Central, East or South) offering group work to families screened as low and medium risk domestic abuse whilst also carrying a caseload of 121 work high risk domestic abuse work. You will also provide specialist advice and guidance to our Family Help Teams which consist of Targeted Family Help (Early Help) and Family Help Social Work colleagues in their district areas. The DASP will also need to deliver a rolling programme of Domestic Abuse Training to the wider workforce.

You will receive a full induction, training from Respect for the high-risk provision and be supported by your team and line manager to deliver excellent service provision to families affected by domestic abuse in a safe, creative and innovative way. We also offer the opportunity to access on ongoing professional development and training.

We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting.

This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship.

About you:

Help us to change children and young people’s lives!

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
• Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
• Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.

Our Values

We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.

We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.

We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.

Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Safeguarding

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.

The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.

We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.