Domestic Abuse Coordinator – 18.5 hours

We are currently recruiting a Domestic Abuse Coordinator (18.5 hours) to join us on a permanent basis. You will works closely with various partner agencies, such as domestic abuse charities and social services, to facilitate a collaborative response to domestic abuse. As Incommunities Domestic Abuse Coordinator, you will play an important part in raising awareness of domestic abuse issues within the community.

Hours: Wednesday afternoon, Thursday & Friday full days.

About us

We are a social housing landlord and one of the largest housing providers in the region with over 22,000 social and affordable homes, mainly in the Bradford district. We employ a talented workforce of nearly 1,000 people.

This year we’ve launched our five-year Corporate Strategy, which runs to 2029. Our purpose is to provide high quality homes, services, and support to our customers, so we’ve worked with colleagues and customers to find out what’s important to them. Our customers sit at the heart of what we do, and our colleagues are the people who’ll help us achieve our vision, which is to create the best customer experience to improve everyday lives.

Duties include:

Manage and oversee the reporting of domestic abuse concerns raised by customers, colleagues and partner agencies
Support Neighbourhood Housing Officers in investigating incidents of domestic abuse
Provide specialist advice and guidance
Refer survivors of domestic abuse to specialist providers of advice, advocacy and support services
Refer survivors to emergency accommodation providers
Make referrals to statutory services for purposes of support
Support colleagues to challenge statutory service response to concerns
Raise domestic abuse awareness in the organisation
Identify domestic abuse training and skills gaps in the organisation
Review and develop domestic abuse training programmes
Periodically review policy and procedure in line with legal frameworks, regulatory requirements and best practice.
Monitor and review cases to ensure consistent delivery of support across the organisation
Prepare and present domestic abuse performance reports to Strategic Safeguarding Group
Attend MARAC, DASAV groups, safeguarding and other professionals’ meetings
Establish and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders including local authorities, the police and social services

Requirements

Awareness and application of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021
Knowledge of complexities of Domestic Abuse
Knowledge of challenges faced by survivors of domestic abuse
Knowledge and application of legal remedies available to survivors of domestic abuse
Knowledge and application of housing management options available to survivors of domestic abuse
Knowledge of statutory provision in relation to child protection, safeguarding children, vulnerable adults and domestic abuse.
Knowledge of practical and emotional support available for survivors of domestic abuse in the district
Enhanced DBS

Benefits

Salary of £18,562.47 for 18.5 hours
Enrollment into the Social Housing Pension Scheme
Excellent holiday allowance that increases with service
Training, development, and qualification opportunities
Corporate health scheme membership
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to work scheme
Local gym membership discounts.
A team of trained Mental Health First Aiders who are available for colleagues to contact for support

Join Our Team!

We’re looking for great people to join us! At Incommunities, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included, and supported. We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences—because we know that diverse perspectives make us stronger.

Based in Bradford, a city known for its rich cultural diversity, we serve vibrant communities. As a social housing provider, we’re passionate about making a real difference by providing safe, affordable homes and improving lives.

Our recruitment process is designed to support you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments or assistance, just let us know.

We’re proud to be a Mindful Employer, committed to mental health and wellbeing. We also hold the ‘Committed’ Menopause Friendly Accreditation, recognising the importance of support in the workplace.

?? Apply early! We review applications as they come in and may close the advert before the deadline.

Ready to make an impact? Come work with us!