Domestic Abuse Housing Manager
Location: HammersmithContract: Maternity CoverHours: 35 hours per week (up to 2 days WFH)
About the Role
The Domestic Housing Manager will oversee the London Women's Housing Support Project (LWHSP), leading a team of Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVAs) to provide housing-related advocacy for women experiencing domestic abuse.
The role involves managing regional teams, ensuring high-quality casework, and working closely with housing providers, local authorities, and safeguarding networks.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the housing support service, ensuring compliance with Safelives Leading Lights and Women's Aid quality standards.
Manage and support regional managers and IDVAs, overseeing training, supervision, and professional development.
Oversee caseloads, ensuring risk assessments, safety planning, and casework meet high standards.
Monitor performance, analyse data, and implement quality assurance to meet KPIs.
Develop policies, procedures, and data systems to improve service delivery and legal compliance.
Build partnerships with local authorities, housing providers, and homelessness services to improve pathways.
Represent the service at multi-agency meetings, advocating for survivors and influencing policy.
Manage the service budget, allocate resources effectively, and support financial planning.
Oversee contract management, reporting, and funding applications to sustain and develop services.
Ensure safeguarding policies are upheld, risks managed, and trauma-informed approaches embedded.
About You
Extensive management experience in domestic abuse or VAWG services, leading dispersed teams.
Strong knowledge of housing law, homelessness legislation, and local authority housing duties for survivors.
Expertise in safeguarding, MARAC, and risk assessment frameworks like DASH.
Proven ability to develop high-quality services, ensuring performance management and compliance.
Strong partnership-building skills with statutory and voluntary agencies, including housing and justice sectors.
Excellent communication and advocacy skills, with experience influencing policy and strategy.
Experience managing budgets, securing funding, and ensuring financial sustainability.
Commitment to trauma-informed, anti-oppressive practices that empower women.
How to Apply
Submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability.
For more information, contact Oliver Jefferson. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Hammersmith and Fulham, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: 3 Months
Salary / Rate: £25 - £26 per hour
Posted: 2025-02-21 10:15:46
