Domestic Abuse Housing Manager
Location: Hammersmith
Contract: Maternity Cover
Hours: 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.
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