Job Summary
You will provide a pro-active front line service for domestic abuse victims delivering a pathway of care focusing on safety to the victims. Providing an advocacy and support service throughout their stay.
The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of a high-quality Domestic Abuse service as part of the safeguarding team providing professional advice, support and education to the multi-professional team, patient and carers by recognising, prioritising and responding appropriately to Domestic Abuse concerns.
Main duties of the job
As an experienced post holder you will provide effective Domestic abuse activity by working with current legislation to ensure compliance with the Domestic abuse Act 2021, Care Act 2014, Children's Act 2004, MCA 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards 2009, and local Safeguarding Board procedures and safeguarding partnership procedures.
The post holder will need to be able to support the development and implementation of Domestic abuse practice across the Trust, ensuring effective multi-agency liaison and education on Domestic Abuse.
The post holder will complete relevant risk assessments and develop plans of individualised care in relation to domestic abuse/safeguarding.
To engage directly with victims of domestic abuse, many of whom are reluctant to engage with statutory services, to offer independent advocacy and safety planning.
To develop and maintain effective working relationships with statutory and voluntary agencies to support survivors of domestic abuse including:
Police
Women's Aid
Social Services
Health
Housing agencies
Victim Support
Probation
Court Service
CPS
About Us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:
Extensive range of learning opportunities
NHS Pension Scheme
Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditions
Comprehensive health and wellbeing support
NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemes
Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Date posted 09 January 2025
Pay scheme Agenda for change
Band Band 5
Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Pro Rata Per Annum
Contract Permanent
Working pattern Full-time
Reference number 272-6758135
Job locations Doncaster Royal Infirmary Armthorpe Road Doncaster DN2 5LT
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully. Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully. Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Person Specification
Qualification and Training Essential
Relevant Degree or evidence of equivalent experience.
GCSE English Language - minimum grade C or equivalent
An IDVA qualification, or other specialist training in relation to domestic abuse/ safeguarding.
Proficient in the use of IT systems
Desirable
Willingness to develop professional qualifications/skills in line with the requirements/ development of the post
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Knowledge and understanding of the Domestic Abuse Act (2021).
Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding principles & procedures
Experience of working with vulnerable groups and victims of Domestic Abuse.
Experience of safety planning and working with the wider partnership
Experience of contributing to data collection and report writing.
Experience of being exposed to distressing and sensitive situations
Desirable
Experience of delivering training
Experience of delivering improvements in patient safety and quality.
Participated in Audits.
Personal Attributes & Skills Essential
Committed to personal and service development.
Excellent interpersonal skills
Team working and the ability to motivate staff
Flexible to achieve the needs of the service and deadlines, often under pressure.
Ability to work independently and manage own time.
Ability to analyse information quickly and thoroughly and to act upon the findings.
Desirable
Understands and participates in evidence based practice
Experience of supporting service development and reviews
Experience of developing and monitoring quality standards
Operational development skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
Address Doncaster Royal Infirmary Armthorpe Road Doncaster DN2 5LT
Employer's website https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/
#J-18808-Ljbffr
You will provide a pro-active front line service for domestic abuse victims delivering a pathway of care focusing on safety to the victims. Providing an advocacy and support service throughout their stay.
The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of a high-quality Domestic Abuse service as part of the safeguarding team providing professional advice, support and education to the multi-professional team, patient and carers by recognising, prioritising and responding appropriately to Domestic Abuse concerns.
Main duties of the job
As an experienced post holder you will provide effective Domestic abuse activity by working with current legislation to ensure compliance with the Domestic abuse Act 2021, Care Act 2014, Children's Act 2004, MCA 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards 2009, and local Safeguarding Board procedures and safeguarding partnership procedures.
The post holder will need to be able to support the development and implementation of Domestic abuse practice across the Trust, ensuring effective multi-agency liaison and education on Domestic Abuse.
The post holder will complete relevant risk assessments and develop plans of individualised care in relation to domestic abuse/safeguarding.
To engage directly with victims of domestic abuse, many of whom are reluctant to engage with statutory services, to offer independent advocacy and safety planning.
To develop and maintain effective working relationships with statutory and voluntary agencies to support survivors of domestic abuse including:
Police
Women's Aid
Social Services
Health
Housing agencies
Victim Support
Probation
Court Service
CPS
About Us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:
Extensive range of learning opportunities
NHS Pension Scheme
Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditions
Comprehensive health and wellbeing support
NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemes
Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Date posted 09 January 2025
Pay scheme Agenda for change
Band Band 5
Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Pro Rata Per Annum
Contract Permanent
Working pattern Full-time
Reference number 272-6758135
Job locations Doncaster Royal Infirmary Armthorpe Road Doncaster DN2 5LT
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully. Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully. Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Person Specification
Qualification and Training Essential
Relevant Degree or evidence of equivalent experience.
GCSE English Language - minimum grade C or equivalent
An IDVA qualification, or other specialist training in relation to domestic abuse/ safeguarding.
Proficient in the use of IT systems
Desirable
Willingness to develop professional qualifications/skills in line with the requirements/ development of the post
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Knowledge and understanding of the Domestic Abuse Act (2021).
Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding principles & procedures
Experience of working with vulnerable groups and victims of Domestic Abuse.
Experience of safety planning and working with the wider partnership
Experience of contributing to data collection and report writing.
Experience of being exposed to distressing and sensitive situations
Desirable
Experience of delivering training
Experience of delivering improvements in patient safety and quality.
Participated in Audits.
Personal Attributes & Skills Essential
Committed to personal and service development.
Excellent interpersonal skills
Team working and the ability to motivate staff
Flexible to achieve the needs of the service and deadlines, often under pressure.
Ability to work independently and manage own time.
Ability to analyse information quickly and thoroughly and to act upon the findings.
Desirable
Understands and participates in evidence based practice
Experience of supporting service development and reviews
Experience of developing and monitoring quality standards
Operational development skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
Address Doncaster Royal Infirmary Armthorpe Road Doncaster DN2 5LT
Employer's website https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/
#J-18808-Ljbffr
