WOMENCENTRE LIMITED
12,223 - 12,980 per year (pro rata)
Calderdale WomenCentre office and external partners
Full-time
Calderdale MAZE Programme and Engagement Practitioner Job Description Hours: Salary: 15 hours per week + 3 flexible £30,151 – £32,020 (pro rata) Scale SO1, point 23-25, actual £12,223 - £12,980 Calderdale WomenCentre office and external partners Location: Accountable to: Calderdale MAZE Service Manager Duration: Fixed Term until 31st October 2026 (possibility of extension dependent upon further funding) The service will be delivered across Calderdale and staff will be located at WomenCentre Head Office and in community locations. The majority of the work will be face to face with some remote working as needed. PRIMARY OBJECTIVES • To promote the Calderdale MAZE programme to stakeholders and multi- agency statutory partners across Calderdale • Specifically undertake pro-active engagement with stakeholders and statutory partners to promote the programme, engage professionals and increase referral rates. • To coordinate, help develop and deliver a range of individual sessions and group work programmes with male and female perpetrators of domestic abuse, with a view to ending their violent and abusive behaviour; in a way that prioritises the safety and wellbeing of the perpetrator’s (ex) partner and children. WORKER’S ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Promote the Calderdale MAZE programme, including the support available and referral pathways, to cross sector services likely to interface with people affected by domestic abuse. • Plan and undertake impactful engagement and outreach to stakeholders, statutory partners and third sector partners working and providing services to people affected by domestic abuse. • To undertake appointment-based assessments with potential clients to assess their suitability for the abuse prevention service based on the services aims and criteria. • To coordinate the delivery of one-to-one sessions and structured group work programmes with male and female perpetrators of domestic abuse. WomenCentre Ltd 1 | P a g e Calderdale MAZE Programme and Engagement Practitioner. JD Sept 2025 • To deliver one to one sessions and co- facilitate structured abuse prevention group work programmes for men and women who have been abusive towards an (ex) partner, with sessions focusing on exploring the impact of domestic abuse on partners and children and recognising the intersectionality of age, gender, ethnicity and sexual orientation. • To take part in case management meetings with other Calderdale MAZE staff about the progress of clients attending the programme and any issues arising from work with partners to safeguard partners and their children. • To implement actions agreed in case management meetings. • To attend meetings with clients and liaise with other agencies as appropriate, attending core group and case conferences as required. • To coordinate, assist, support and participate in training sessional workers. • To maintain appropriate client records using Case Management Systems in line with RESPECT standards accreditation • To complete data collection for contract management and compliance • To provide support on research for the Calderdale DRAM, MARAC, ICPC and DA IOM. • To assist in liaison with agencies on behalf of service users e.g. police, children social care, housing, solicitors. • To attend and contribute to team meetings, line management and clinical supervision sessions. • To participate in the development of policy, strategies and working practices of the Calderdale MAZE service. • To work within WomenCentre’s Policies and Procedures and in a way that reflects the aims and principles of the Domestic Abuse Prevention service. • To keep up to date with domestic abuse issues and participate in relevant training as required. • To submit timesheets, annual leave and claim forms as appropriate. • To undertake other duties as reasonably required. Supervision & Line Management: Supervision will be provided by the Calderdale MAZE Service Manager Responsibility for Assets: Premises, equipment, promotional materials. The post holder will have access to confidential and sensitive information. Internal Contacts: Staff, service users External Contacts: Representatives from voluntary and statutory organisations, members of the public This job description is subject to amendment at any time dependent on the needs of the WomenCentre. September 2025 WomenCentre Ltd 2 | P a g e Calderdale MAZE Programme and Engagement Practitioner. JD Sept 2025
WOMENCENTRE LIMITED
27,344 - 29,439 per year (pro rata)
Staying Safe
Full-time
DOMESTIC ABUSE TRIAGE WORKER 25 Hours per week Scale 6, Pt 18 - 22 (£27,344 – £29,439 pro rata) JOB DESCRIPTION PRIMARY OBJECTIVES • To provide a specialist, pro-active, culturally appropriate, risk-led response that reflects the service users’ individual risks and needs with the aim of reducing risk and repeat victimisation. • To work with the Deputy Manager to progress the triage of referrals and to be the first point of contact for volunteers in the domestic abuse service. • To provide support to adult victims of domestic abuse to help them to re- establish their self-worth and empower them to make informed decisions about their future and their children’s future, if appropriate. • To work with the other team members to ensure continuity and effective delivery of the work. WORKER’S ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES • To take self-referrals from adults over 16 years who are victims of domestic abuse from an intimate partner or from a family member (either by telephone or in person) and offer them emotional support, as well as practical advice and information, to enable them to make informed decisions. • To progress referrals received into the service at standard and medium risk and facilitate engagement of service users, by offering them initial individual support prior to allocation of a support worker. • To work with a team of volunteers to facilitate initial engagement and early support of clients. • To offer support to volunteers in the Staying Safe Team. • To provide new and repeat victims of domestic abuse with a risk-led response that reflects their individual risks and needs and to refer to MARAC when appropriate. • To provide initial effective and comprehensive safety and support planning work, that may include support around forced marriage, honour-based violence, FGM and no recourse to public funds. • To meet people on an individual basis in safe accessible locations in the community. • To liaise with other agencies on behalf of service users e.g. Police, Children’s Social Care, housing agencies, family support. • Where appropriate, to accompany service users to appointments with other agencies e.g. solicitors and housing. • To refer to the Sanctuary service, if needed. • To advocate on behalf of service users to ensure that they receive services to which they are entitled. • To encourage and support clients to act for themselves and engage with services that can help them. • To provide support letters for service users to other agencies. • To pro-actively ensure that a non-discriminatory service is provided which is equally accessible to all eligible service users. • To maintain up-to-date records and contribute to data collection and reporting in accordance with referral, case management and monitoring and evaluation policies and procedures. • To work in accordance with WomenCentre Policies and Procedures particularly with regard to Health & Safety, Safeguarding Adults & Children and Public Protection. • To have knowledge and understanding of the legal framework in relation to the protection of children including the policy and procedures of the local Children’s Safeguarding Partnership and where necessary, to make referrals. • To have knowledge and understanding of the Early Intervention Single Assessment (EISA) process and procedures and the Calderdale Continuum of Need and Response. • To facilitate client feedback and evaluation. • To support social work students on placement and facilitate their learning. • To attend Team Meetings. • To attend one to one supervision sessions and group clinical supervision. • To undertake training identified through one to one supervision. • To submit time sheets and claim forms for travelling and other expenses. Supervision Received Supervision will be provided by the Staying Safe Deputy Manager Clinical group supervision by an external counsellor Responsibility for Assets The post holder will have access to confidential and sensitive information. Internal Contacts Staff, volunteers, students on placement and service users External Contacts Representatives from voluntary and statutory organisations, members of the public, This job description is subject to amendment at any time dependent on the needs of the WomenCentre.
DOMESTIC ABUSE TRIAGE WORKER 25 Hours per week PERSON SPECIFICATION QUALIFICATIONS Relevant Health, Education or Social Care/Criminal Justice qualification. Desirable Application Good standard of education e.g. GCSEs, A levels Essential Application EXPERIENCE Experience of supporting adult victims of domestic abuse. Essential Application and Interview Experience of one-to-one case work management, risk and needs assessment, support and safety planning with all clients Essential Application and Interview Experience of multi-agency and partnership working with both statutory and third sector agencies. Essential Application and Interview Experience of undertaking risk assessments of clients and delivering a service to meet the need and risk. Essential Application and Interview Experience of working with clients from a variety of communities and with diverse needs. Essential Application and Interview Experience of supervising volunteers. Desirable Application and Interview PRACTICAL AND INTELLECTUAL SKILLS (INCLUDING ANY SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE) Knowledge and understanding of how domestic abuse impacts on adults and children. Essential Application and Interview Knowledge of civil, criminal and other relevant legislation with regard to domestic abuse. Essential Application and Interview Knowledge of the legal framework relating to Safeguarding both children and vulnerable adults. Essential Application and Interview Working knowledge of MARAC/DRAMM Essential Application and interview Ability to write concise and accurate reports, maintain up-to-date computer and paper-based records, and to collect and collate data in line with monitoring and evaluation procedures. Ability to communicate clearly with a range of people both over the telephone and in person, sometimes over sensitive and/or complex issues. Essential Application and Interview Essential Application and Interview An awareness and understanding of diversity. Essential Application and Interview Ability to speak relevant community languages. Desirable Application and Interview DISPOSITION/ADJUSTMENTS/ATTITUDE Ability to plan, monitor and evaluate own work and to work as part of a team. Essential Application and Interview Ability to recognise potential risk situations and take appropriate action. Essential Application and Interview Ability to advocate on behalf of clients with a range of organisations. Essential Application and Interview Commitment to anti-discriminatory and anti- oppressive working. Essential Application and Interview TRAINING/SUPERVISION Willingness to engage in all supervision processes Essential Application and Interview Willingness to undertake training as required. Essential Application and Interview SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS The willingness and ability to work flexibly including evenings and weekends on a rota, as part of the out of hours work on the team. Essential Application and Interview
Calderdale MAZE Programme and Engagement Practitioner Person Specification ATTRIBUTES Education Good standard of educational qualification e.g. GCSEs, A levels Relevant Health, Education or Social Care/Criminal Justice qualification. A higher education qualification or equivalent e.g. NVQ Level 3, degree Experience (this could be paid or volunteering) Considerable experience of working with domestic abuse and an understanding of the impact of domestic abuse on partners and their children. Experience of working with perpetrators of domestic abuse in one-to- one sessions and/or group work Experience of applying and undertaking risk assessment procedures and delivering a service in line with them. Experience of assessing clients and developing targeted intervention plans to meet the individual needs of clients. Experience of working in partnership with a range of other statutory and voluntary services. Experience of managing a caseload of clients. Proven track record of successful engagement with statutory organisations and stakeholders Knowledge and Skills Knowledge and understanding of the issues and challenges faced by professionals engaged in working with families, including perpetrators, in relation to domestic abuse Knowledge of civil, criminal and other relevant legislation with regard to domestic abuse. Knowledge of the legal framework relating to the protection of children including the policy and procedures of the Local Safeguarding Children’s Board. An understanding of why men and women use abusive behaviours towards their partners and the range of models used in addressing this behaviour. An understanding of the risks posed from perpetrators of domestic abuse. An awareness and understanding of diversity. Commitment to anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive working. Experience of delivering training Sound knowledge of RESPECT guidelines and accreditation requirements Criteria Essential Desirable Desirable Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential WomenCentre Ltd 1 | P a g e Calderdale MAZE Programme and Engagement Practitioner. PS Sept 2025 Working knowledge of Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARACs), Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) and Daily Risk Management meetings (DRAM) Essential Abilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills at all levels Ability to write reports and letters using word processing packages, to maintain up-to-date computer and paper-based records, and to collect and collate data in line with monitoring and evaluation procedures. The ability to communicate clearly with a range of people both over the telephone and in person, sometimes over sensitive and/or complex issues. Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload and liaise with colleagues/sessional workers to enable shared outcomes. Ability to work as part of a team. Ability to challenge abusive behaviour and model positive relationships. Willingness to undertake training as required. The willingness and ability to work flexibly including evenings. Other A right to work in the UK Full driving licence and access to a car for work Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Desirable WomenCentre Ltd 2 | P a g e Calderdale MAZE Programme and Engagement Practitioner. PS Sept 2025
STAYING SAFE INDEPENDENT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ADVISOR PERSON SPECIFICATION SO1 Pts 23 – 25 All criteria are assessed through your application form in the first instance, and during your interview, should you be short-listed. QUALIFICATIONS Good general level of educational qualifications e.g. GCSEs, A levels. Relevant degree. Safe Lives IDVA Qualification or equivalent EXPERIENCE Minimum of two years experience of direct work with adults affected by domestic violence. Experience of working with adults with diverse needs. Experience of multi-agency and partnership working with other statutory and third sector agencies. Experience of undertaking risk assessments of service users and delivering a service in keeping with the result. Experience of undertaking safety planning with service users and securing practical safety measures. Experience of advocating on behalf of service users. Experience of court work. PRACTICAL AND INTELLECTUAL SKILLS (INCLUDING ANY SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE) Knowledge and understanding of how domestic abuse impacts on adults and children. Knowledge of housing, civil, criminal and other relevant legislation with regard to domestic abuse. Knowledge of the legal framework relating to safeguarding both children and vulnerable adults. Working knowledge of Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARACs) and Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA). Essential Desirable Desirable Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Desirable Essential Essential Essential Essential Calderdale Staying Safe 1 | P a g e IDVA JD May 2024 The ability to plan, monitor and evaluate own work. The ability to write concise and accurate reports, maintain up-to-date computer and paper-based records and to collect and collate data in line with monitoring and evaluation procedures. Ability to communicate clearly with a range of people both over the phone and in person, sometimes over sensitive and/or complex issues. An awareness and understanding of diversity. Ability to speak relevant community languages. Essential Essential Essential Essential Desirable DISPOSITION AND ATTITUDE Ability to recognise potential risky situations and take the appropriate action. Ability to advocate on behalf of clients with a range of organisations. Essential Essential Commitment to anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive working. Essential Ability to be flexible, organised and to manage time and workload effectively. Ability to demonstrate a non-judgemental, person-centred approach. Essential Essential TRAINING Willingness to engage in all supervision processes and to undertake training as required. Essential SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS Willingness and ability to work flexibly and occasionally out of hours as required. Essential Calderdale Staying Safe 2 | P a g e IDVA JD May 2024
STAYING SAFE INDEPENDENT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ADVISOR JOB DESCRIPTION SO1 Pts 23- 25 PRIMARY OBJECTIVE • To provide a specialist, proactive, culturally appropriate, risk-led response to high risk and very high risk victims of domestic violence with the aim of reducing risk and repeat victimisation. • To provide support that reflects the service users’ individual risks and needs. • To work with the other Staying Safe team members to ensure continuity and effective delivery of the work. • The IDVA will be based at WomenCentre. WORKER’S ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES • To take self-referrals from adults over 18 years who are victims of domestic abuse from an intimate partner or from a family member (either by telephone or in person) and offer them emotional support, as well as practical advice and information, to enable them to make informed decisions. • To attend the Calderdale DRAMM (Daily Risk Assessment Multi-agency Meeting) as required. • To process high risk and very high referrals from the DRAMM and other agencies and to engage service users to offer them individual support. • To provide new and repeat victims of domestic abuse with a risk-led response that reflects their individual risks and needs and to refer to MARAC when appropriate. • To provide effective and comprehensive safety and support planning work, that may include support around forced marriage, honour based violence, FGM and no recourse to public funds. • To develop Individualised Safety and Support Plans (ISSP) with each service user. • To explain housing, civil and criminal legal options to service users. • To support service users through both criminal and civil legal proceedings, supporting at court when required and liaising with other partner agencies involved. • To work closely with the police and other relevant agencies when a service user disengages or refuses support. • To meet people on an individual basis in safe accessible locations in the community. • To liaise with other agencies on behalf of service users. • Where appropriate, to accompany service users to appointments with other agencies e.g. solicitors and housing. • To refer to the Sanctuary Scheme, if needed. • To regularly review risk and amend the ISSP as necessary. • To advocate on behalf of service users to ensure that they receive services to which they are entitled. Calderdale Staying Safe 1 | P a g e IDVA JD May 2024 • To encourage and support clients to act for themselves and engage with services that can help them. • To provide support letters for service users to other agencies. • To pro-actively ensure that a non-discriminatory service is provided which is equally accessible to all eligible service users. • To maintain up-to-date records and contribute to data collection and reporting in accordance with referral, case management and monitoring and evaluation policies and procedures. • To work in accordance with WomenCentre Policies and Procedures particularly with regard to Health & Safety, Safeguarding Adults & Children and Public Protection. • To have knowledge and understanding of the legal framework in relation to the protection of children including the policy and procedures of the local Safeguarding Children’s Board and, where necessary, to make referrals. • To have knowledge and understanding of the Early Intervention Single Assessment (EISA) process and procedures and the Calderdale Continuum of Need and Response. • To facilitate client feedback and evaluation. • To work alongside and offer support to volunteers in the Staying Safe Team. • To support social work students on placement and facilitate their learning. • To attend Staying Safe Team Meetings. • To attend one to one supervision sessions and group clinical supervision. • To undertake training identified through one to one supervision. • To assist in delivering multi-agency training and briefings to other teams/agencies, if required, to support the capacity building and training elements of the contract. • To develop and deliver group work, if required eg Freedom Programme and recovery groups • To submit time sheets and claim forms for travelling and other expenses. Supervision Received Supervision will be provided by the Staying Safe Manager or Deputy Manager. Clinical group supervision by an external counsellor Responsibility for Assets The post holder will have access to confidential and sensitive information. Internal Contacts Service users, staff, volunteers, students on placement and board members. External Contacts Representatives from voluntary and statutory organisations, members of the public. This job description is subject to amendment at any time dependent on the needs of the Calderdale Staying Safe contract and WomenCentre. Calderdale Staying Safe 2 | P a g e IDVA JD May 2024
SESSIONAL GROUP FACILITATOR PERSON SPECIFICATION All criteria are assessed through your application form in the first instance, and during your interview, should you be short-listed. Education/Qualifications Good standard of educational qualifications e.g. GCSEs, A levels Relevant Counselling Qualification Criteria Essential Essential Experience (this could be paid or volunteering) Experience of working directly with women who have multiple and complex health issues and vulnerabilities Experience of supporting and working with clients from a variety of communities and with diverse needs Experience of delivering groupwork Experience of working with a wide range of partner agencies Experience of record keeping, completing accurate, up-to-date computer and paper records Clinical experience of assessing and counselling women Experience and understanding of working with volunteers who support direct service delivery Experience of working in a women only environment Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Desirable Desirable Abilities Ability to recognise potential risk and take appropriate action including contacting the relevant Manager for assistance The ability to work as part of a team in meeting the needs of women and their children who use WomenCentre services. Ability to remain calm and efficient under short-term pressure Ability to work on own initiative, within the limits of your role Essential Essential Essential Essential Knowledge and Skills Knowledge and practical experience of responding to Adults and Children’s Safeguarding Issues Knowledge of broad areas affecting health and well-being, including domestic abuse and trauma Good general knowledge of IT, and able to use Microsoft Office, Outlook Essential Essential Essential WomenCentre Ltd Sessional Group Facilitator Person Specification October 2025 and customer relationship databases Good organisational skills Good communication skills (interpersonal and group work basis) Community language skills particularly but not exclusively Urdu, Punjabi or Eastern European Other Commitment to work within the policies and procedures of WomenCentre and understand and apply its ethos and values Willingness to engage in all supervision and personal development opportunities Commitment to work in an anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive way particularly communicating with and relating to different people in ways which do not stereotype or stigmatise Essential Essential Desirable Essential Essential Essential WomenCentre Ltd Sessional Group Facilitator Person Specification October 2025
SESSIONAL GROUP FACILITATOR JOB DESCRIPTION Hours: Salary: 5 hours per £15.67 to £16.64 per hour Scale SO1 Actual £18.28 to £19.42 per hour inc rolled up holiday pay Location: WomenCentre, Halifax Contract: Sessional Primary Objectives • To work alongside the groupwork assistant to facilitate and deliver WomenCentre’s groupwork offer which supports women who have multiple and complex issues and vulnerabilities • The groupwork delivery will be twice weekly and will run for 5/6 weeks in term time only Responsibilities: • To facilitate and deliver the weekly groups. • To work alongside the groupwork assistant to enable the smooth running of the group. • To facilitate some sessions without the groupwork assistant, if required, due to sickness or other unforeseen circumstances • To work with the groupwork assistant to make changes to the group sessions as required. • To be able to recognise when women are not suitable to attend the group either before starting or when they arrive for the group and deal with this appropriately. • To liaise with a Manager regarding any safeguarding concerns. • To seek support from a Manager if needed. • To signpost/refer women to other clinical services, if appropriate. • To complete any paperwork or computer records as required. • To attend monthly clinical supervision as required. • To complete sessional timesheets. General • To work in accordance with WomenCentre Policies and procedures particularly with regard to Health and Safety and Safeguarding adults and children. • Participate in 1:1 and performance and development meetings. • To undertake any other duties as determined by the service Manager. • To work constructively and co-operatively with other members of staff to enhance the profile of the service. WomenCentre Ltd 1 | P a g e Sessional Group Facilitator JD Oct 2025 • Promote the values and ethos of WomenCentre at all times. • To undertake training as may be required. • Maintain client confidentiality at all times. Data Collection Requirements: Working alongside Managers to ensure all data is collected in line with the contract requirements. Responsibility for assets: equipment, premises, confidential and sensitive information Internal Contacts: Staff, Volunteers, Service Users External Contacts: Representatives and staff from voluntary and statutory agencies, members of the public. This post is open to women only – Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 applies WomenCentre promotes safeguarding practice across all our service delivery and staff and volunteers. WomenCentre Ltd 2 | P a g e Sessional Group Facilitator JD Oct 2025
ASEP Case Worker Person Specification Essential or Desirable How identified Application/ Interview Qualifications Professional qualification or considerable experience in related field e.g. Health and Social Care Safeguarding adults and children Level 1 Safeguarding Adults and Children Level 2 Experience Experience of working in a women’s sector organisation working directly with women Experience of working with women who face multiple disadvantage Experience of working in an environment that requires confidentiality Experience of working to set administrative guidelines. Experience of working with women who have experienced complex trauma and sexual exploitation Experience of working with a range of agencies across all sectors Skills Knowledge and Personal Attributes Ability to provide advice and guidance. Ability to communicate with professionals from the voluntary and statutory sector Ability to develop and influence others. Ability to complete monitoring reports as required by the partnership Ability to use basic Microsoft Office packages. Knowledge of the causes and effects related to sexual exploitation Knowledge of the causes and effects related to homelessness, domestic abuse and substance misuse Knowledge of adult and child protection/safeguarding procedures. Essential Essential Desirable Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential A A A A/I A/I A/I A/I A/I A/I A/I A/I A/I A/1 A/I A/I A/I A/I 1 | P a g e ASEP Caseworker Person Specification November 25 Other Commitment to the values of the organisation Commitment to detail, ensuring all work is accurate, concise and understandable Commitment to equality and diversity and inclusion. Understanding of how to work within professional boundaries Compliance with WomenCentre Policies and Procedures Willing to work in cooperation with team members. Willing to work flexibly within their role. Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Essential Full driving licence and access to a car for work Essential A/I A/I A/I A/I A/I A/I A/I A 2 | P a g e ASEP Caseworker Person Specification November 25
Job Description Hours: 37 hours per week Salary: Salary £27,344- £28,371 Location: Kirklees Area Duration: Fixed term to 31st March 2027 Overall Role Purpose The Adult Sexual Exploitation Partnership (ASEP) brings together eight organisations from across Yorkshire and the North East, to provide trauma-informed support for women who have been targeted for abuse, including sexual exploitation. ASEP partners also work together to influence policy change bringing together and amplifying the voices and experience of women who have been forgotten, left behind and judged. This role will provide support on a 1-1 basis to women experiencing sexual exploitation, facilitation of drop ins, and delivering therapeutic group work. The role will also require finding innovation solutions to help women address immediate needs and ‘crisis’, supporting women with disclosures of sexual violence and the police process. The ASEP partnership also works to influence change to policy and practice at local and national levels, to systemically improve outcomes for women who are experiencing/have experienced sexual exploitation. The caseworker’s role is about providing trauma-informed support on a one-to-one basis, as well as brokering solutions to help women address immediate needs and ‘crisis’ and supporting women through the process of giving evidence to trials. The work will drive and embed best practice in working with young women as they transition into adulthood. In this role you will be working as part of the WomenCentre team, you will report to a Line Manager at WomenCentre, and work alongside colleagues in similar roles in the other participating organisations across the region to share learning, participate with the project’s evaluation and wider events. WomenCentre is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates. ASEP Case worker November 25 Key Activities Provide intensive one to one support to women who have been groomed and sexually exploited, working to develop, embed and share best practice approaches to supporting women transitioning to adult services. Provide options of specialist support and develop creative ways to engage women with different experiences, inclusive of race, culture, and religion. Engage with additional women using ‘light-touch’ engagement with the project, e.g. through attending drop-ins. Deliver trauma-informed group work programmes. Work closely with the ASEP Policy Team to share and help develop new layers of data that help inform local and national policy change. Develop referral pathways for women in leaving prison and excellent relationships with Criminal Justice Services. Attend quarterly operational group meetings with the ASEP team from across the North East and Yorkshire. Contribute to regional and national events/conference to explore the needs of adult survivors of sexual exploitation and the ASEP projects responses. Support the delivery of specialist training for professionals coming into contact with survivors of sexual exploitation. Help improve local services understanding of the dynamics of sexual exploitation and the long-term impact. Complete regular risk assessments, risk management plans, including Safer Lives risk assessments tools for each case. To promote the project through external team meetings and presentations. The post holder may be required to attend and represent the ASEP Project at a range of operational and strategic meetings. ASEP Case worker November 25 Develop and maintain good working relationships with key organisations and their staff to support women to gain access to the services they require. The post holder will be required to complete reporting information, share case studies to assist the ASEP project manager in providing detailed reports to funders. Maintain in depth and up-to-date knowledge of all practice, procedures, and policies. To be aware of external service processes to safeguard individuals who are exposed to sexual exploitation, including DRAMM, MARAC and other multi-agency responses. To develop specialist knowledge in sexual exploitation through attendance at relevant training, learning events and conferences. To deal with feedback and suggestions and identifying practical solutions to any barriers. To undertake any relevant training. Supervision Received - Supervision will be provided by a WomenCentre Team Manager. External clinical supervision Responsibility for Assets, premises, equipment, petty cash. The post holder will have access to confidential and sensitive information. Internal Contacts Staff, volunteers, Trustees, senior management team, service users, children. External Contacts Representatives from voluntary and statutory organisations, commissioners and funders, members of the public, and children. This job description is subject to amendment at any time dependent on the needs of the WomenCentre as part of the wider project delivery. This post is open to women only – Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 applies. ASEP Case worker November 25 ASEP Case worker November 25
WOMENCENTRE LIMITED
36,769 per year (pro rata)
Halifax Office
Full-time
9th February 2026
Job Advert Chief Executive Officer 28 hours a week Full time salary £48,587 to £51,627 (Actual pro rata salary £36,769 to £39,069) Are you an inspirational strategic leader who is passionate about supporting and empowering women to achieve a better quality of life through prevention, intervention, recovery and empowerment? This is an exciting opportunity to lead one of the most established Women Centres in our 41st year of supporting women and their children across Calderdale, Kirklees and Bradford. In the role you will: • Provide strategic leadership, build effective partnerships and grow sustainable • income. Implement Women Centre’s vision and strategy in partnership with the Board of Trustees and senior management team. • Lead and manage the charity, acting as ambassador and spokesperson. • Grow opportunities and strengthen reputation as a leading voice for women and girls • Keep women and girls’ voices central to all work and decisions. • Build and lead the senior management team for impactful, safe and effective service delivery. The postholder will be based in our Halifax Office, but will be expected to work across Calderdale, Kirklees and Bradford. For an informal discussion please contact a team member at hr@womencentre.org.uk and leave a contact number/e-mail for a formal response and to arrange a visit. For more information about WomenCentre and to download an application pack with full details about the role please visit our website: Vacancies | WomenCentre Calderdale and Kirklees Closing date for applications Mon 9 Feb 2026 9am and send by email to hr@womencentre.org.uk N.B CVs are not accepted Shortlisting: Wed 11 Feb 2026 and interview notification to candidates: Thu 12 Feb 2026. Interviews: Wed 18 and Thu 19 Feb 2026 – this is a 2-day interview process at our Huddersfield Office. This post is open to women only – Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 applies Company number: 06084795 Charity number: 1118366
CANDIDATEINFORMATIONPACKCHIEF EXECUTIVE 2026 WELCOME STATEMENT FROMTHE CHAIRDear Prospective Candidate,Thank you for your interest in the Chief Executive Officer role atWomenCentre. On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I am delighted to welcomeyou to this exciting opportunity to lead an organisation that is deeplycommitted to making a meaningful difference in the lives of the women andgirls we support. WomenCentre’s CEO of 15 years will be leaving her role in 2026 having guidedthe organisation to the strong position it is in today.1 WomenCentre has been working across the Calderdale and Kirklees communitiesfor 40 years and more recently in Bradford. We have a proud history and have madepositive changes to the lives of women and girls supported by dedicated staff andvolunteer teams, members and wider supporters. We are now looking for a newleader to continue to take WomenCentre forwards. As the CEO, you will have thechance to deliver our ambitious and exciting strategy, maintain and develop ourstrategic partnerships, and champion our work with women and girls keeping ourvalues and ethos at the heart of everything we do. This will also include overseeingthe governance and development of our sister charity, WomenCentre Homes. www.womencentrehomes.comWe are seeking someone who has a real understanding of the importance of ourwork with local women and girls alongside a track record in strategic leadership.You can learn more about our work and our achievements by visiting our websitewww.womencentre.org.uk.If you are inspired by our work and want to be part of a charity that is ready tocontinue its growth and impact, we would be delighted to hear from you.Thank you again for considering this opportunity and we look forward to receivingyour application.BACKGROUNDMel John Ross Chair of WomenCentre’sBoard of Trustees 2 ABOUTWOMENCENTREWomenCentre is a charitable values-based organisation that has beenworking in West Yorkshire for 40 years.We work operationally in the threeareas of Bradford, Calderdale andKirklees as well as influencingregional and national agendas thatfocus on women and girls to ensurethat women and girls feel safe andthat their voices are heard so that theycan thrive. We offer trauma informed women-centred services focussing onprevention, intervention, recovery andempowerment.We are a membership organisationthat wants to encourage local womento help and support women and girlsof all ages in the communities wherewe have services. Supporting and empowering women toachieve a better quality of life, throughprevention, intervention, and recoveryservices.Women are free and feel safe to leadfulfilled and meaningful lives.OUR MISSIONOUR VISION3 We have real understanding about the lives of womenand girls. We are able to put ourselves into their shoes and to feeltheir pain allowing us to offer genuine support and encouragement.COMPASSIONOUR VALUESOur culture of honesty is displayed through our work. We endorse an environmentof openness that develops trusting relationships. HONESTYWe recognise that adversity can build us up instead of tearing us down. Byempowering each other we can find moments to help every person we work with andalongside to gain their own sense of self-worth, and to persevere through allobstacles.RESILIENCEWe aim to treat each other with respect and kindness andacknowledge all accomplishments, no matter how smallthey may seem. RESPECTWe foster inclusion both within our organisation and externally that allows everyonewith different backgrounds, characteristics, and ways of thinking, to work effectivelytogether to fulfil their potential in society and their local community.Inclusion is about embracing diversity, enabling all women and girls to be and feelincluded, proactively removing barriers they may experience. especially for thosewho face additional discrimination.INCLUSION4 “It was an amazing day, well organised, good information provided, Thanks.”“Wonderful, inclusive afternoon. Great to know more about the admin side ofWomenCentre. Also to hear women’s stories.”“I don’t think I would’ve been able to fight for any longerwithout the support of yourself, you helped me build my lifeback on track and I was able to get support around housing,food, finances, court and how to manage my children.”In our 2025 staff survey, 95% of staff strongly agreed that their role makes a differenceto service users.Over 95% agreed or strongly agreed that the care of service users is WomenCentre’s toppriority and over 97% agreed or strongly agreed they would be happy to recommendWomenCentre to a friend or relative if they needed support. QUOTES FROM VOLUNTEERS FOLLOWING OURSTAFF AND VOLUNTEER AWAY DAY IN NOVEMBERWHAT STAFF SAY ABOUTWOMENCENTRE AND THEIR ROLEQUOTE FROM A WOMAN5 WHO WE ARE LOOKING FORWe are seeking an inspiring and visionary leader to join our organisation asChief Executive Officer (CEO). The CEO will be responsible for driving thestrategic direction, leadership and overall management of the charity.Reporting directly to the Board of Trustees, the CEO will play a key role insustaining our local, regional and national reputation and profile as one of theleading voices for the Women and Girls’ Sector.6 Hours: 28 hours a week Salary: Full time salary £48,587 to £51,627 (actual pro rata salary £36,769 to£39,069) plus pension.Based in: Calderdale but working across Kirklees and Bradford with somenational meetings. Overall purpose of the job Implement WomenCentre’s vision and strategy in partnership with theBoard of Trustees and senior management team.Communicate our vision to all key stakeholders, increasing widercontribution and ensuring organisational longevity, reputation and success.Lead and manage the charity, acting as ambassador and spokesperson.Grow opportunities and strengthen reputation as a leading voice for womenand girls.Keep women and girls’ voices central to all work and decisions.Ensure effective financial, legal, and moral governance.Develop new funding opportunities and income streams.Foster collaborative partnerships across sectors.Ensure that the Board and sub-committees receive timely, accurate,relevant and transparent information in relation to opportunities and bids.Build and lead the senior leadership team for impactful, safe and effectiveservice delivery.7JOB DESCRIPTION 8JOB DESCRIPTIONKey Responsibilities• Work with the Board and SMT to deliver strategic plans aligned with WomenCentre’sethos and values. • Provide strategic leadership and accountability for governance and financialsustainability.• Represent WomenCentre publicly and engage with local, regional, and nationalstakeholders. • Lead safeguarding policy development and ensure compliance. Ensure an effectivesafeguarding framework is in place across the organisation with effective and ongoingtraining.• Maintain risk management systems and business continuity plans.• Develop and review organisational policies for fairness and transparency.• Oversee operational and strategic activities to ensure capacity and quality.• Manage financial health, budgets, and reserves.• Drive income generation and explore new models.• Monitor external strategies and policies impacting women and girls.• Ensure compliance reporting to the Board and funders• Promote voice and engagement of women in co production of service design andstrategies.• Ensure the participation of staff, volunteers and beneficiaries is core to the coproduction and development of our services and strategies. • Identify areas that require development and improvement in the delivery of thestrategic plan.• Ensure a high quality volunteer offer is embedded within WomenCentre.• Understand and navigate the challenges of charity funding in difficult economiccircumstances and times of political change.• Improve and develop funding opportunities for the organisation to generateunrestricted funds for the WomenCentre by attending external events to give talksand to raise the profile of our work whilst promoting our mission and values. 9JOB DESCRIPTIONLeadership and Staff Management• Build and line-manage the senior management team in a collaborative leadershipstyle, fostering and ensuring a healthy and safe working environment.• Ensure effective HR processes are in place. • Implement succession planning and staff development opportunities including rolemodelling.• Ensure quality assurance is embedded organisation wide and with impact andoutcome reporting to the Board.• Support and oversee the governance and development of WomenCentre Homes. General Duties• Work in accordance with WomenCentre policies and procedures.• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.• Participate in supervision and team meetings. • Undertake training for ongoing professional development to increase knowledge,skills and awareness. • Carry out any other duties requested by the Chair or TrusteesSupervision Received - Supervision will be provided by the chair of the WomenCentreBoard or a nominated Board representative. Supervision Given to - WomenCentre’s Deputy CEO, Finance and HR Manager,Communications Fundraising, Marketing Manager and WomenCentre Homes HousingDevelopment Manager Responsibility for Budget and Assets - The postholder will have access toconfidential and sensitive information.Internal Contacts - Staff, volunteers, Board of Directors, service users, young peopleand children.External Contacts - Representatives from voluntary and statutory organisations,members of the public, Charity Commission and Companies House. 10PERSON SPECIFICATIONQualificationsDegree or equivalent in health and social care, leadership and management,or substantial related training.Good general level of education (e.g., GCSEs, A levels).Essential experience, knowledge and skillsExperience in a Chief Executive or Senior Management role with supervisoryresponsibilities including in the charitable sector.Experience working within women-only environments or similarorganisational settings.Evidence of professional development and extensive experience in thecharitable sector.Demonstrable track record of success in a similar role (e.g.,health/youth/social care charity).Experience in strategic planning and negotiation. Experience in strategic partnership and collaborative working across sectorslocally, regionally, and nationally and across partnerships at all levels.Experience of influencing through public speaking, pitching, and networking.Experience of championing quality assurance and continuous improvement. Experience of working co-productively with staff, volunteers, service users,and other stakeholders. Experience of overseeing services that work across multiple sites.Proven record in contract management, compliance, budgeting, and achievingmeasurable outcomes.Comprehensive understanding of the impact of trauma on the lives of womenand girls.Strategic and operational knowledge of safeguarding processes. 11PERSON SPECIFICATIONEssential experience, knowledge and skills continuedKnowledge and ability to appraise emerging strategy legislation and researchfor both its impact on and opportunities for the organisation.Sound knowledge of charity governance and safeguarding requirements.Ability to lead and develop services for maximum impact.Ability to balance the internal and external aspects of the role.Skilled in completing funding bids and applications and in attracting widerfunding.Strong presence and ability to engender respect from others.Essential Personal Skills and AttributesAbility to write high-level reports.Strong organisational and IT skills.Knowledge and commitment to applying equal opportunities.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Effective time and workload management.Understanding of professional confidentiality.Commitment to personal development.Flexibility in working hours, including evenings/weekends.Non-judgmental, women-centred approach.DesirableFull driving licence. A supportive empowering working environment.Salaries - WomenCentre is a Living Wage Employer and offers competitive salaryrates.Hours of Work - full-time employment is 37 hours a week.Holiday Entitlement - for full time staff is 24 days per year, rising to 29 days after5 years’ service plus 8 public holidays each year and up to 5 additional closuredays. N.B (pro rata basis for part time staff.)Pension - WomenCentre is fully compliant with Auto Enrolment and the pensionprovider is Aviva. Sickness – entitlements reflect the length of service.Parental Leave - rights of pregnant women and primary adopters to leave andpay are in accordance with WomenCentre’s Parental Leave Policy.Other Leave - staff may also be entitled to Carer’s, Urgent Domestic Distress,Bereavement, Unpaid Leave and Time off for Dependents in line with statutoryminimums.Hospital Saturday Fund – health plan.Cycle to work scheme.WHY WORK FOR US12 STRATEGICPRIORITESAwareness and understanding of issuesimpacting on women’s lives and why. We will listen to Women's voicesengaging with communities, influencingpolicy and increasing early interventions.EmpowermentRecoveryPreventionInterventionWomenCentreEnsuring services meet women’sneeds. We will support, listen and advocateby providing a range of traumainformed services and signposting toothers.Providing services to enable womento take back ownership of their livesby assessing needs and providingthe right service options.We will offer 1-1 and group work,Advocacy, Support, Signposting.Co-producing services,volunteeringopportunities, accessing learning andknowledge by offering women choicesand opportunities to develop.We will provide opportunities to increaseself confidence through creativity,volunteering, education/training andemployment.WOMENCENTRE PLAN ON A PAGE 2024-2029Our VisionWomen are free and feelsafe to lead a fulfilledand meaningful lives.Our ValuesCompassion, Honesty, Inclusion,Resilience, RespectOur missionSupporting and empowering women toachieve a better quality of life, throughprevention, intervention, and recovery services.Voice and Influence : Stronger voice through our established WomenCentre voice and influence strategyand groups. People: Increase personal development opportunities for staff, volunteers and the women we support.Impact: Collation of organisational impact data. Strong social media and media presence with clearbranding and calls to action. Individuals accessing services and reporting positive outcomes. Tracking ofwomen’s progression post services/interventions. Increased financial sustainability. Increase involunteers/peers supporting service delivery and fundraising activities. Sustainability: Sustainable growth in members/supporters /donors/legacies/corporates/matrons andambassadors. Consideration of the economic, social and environmental impact in all our work. What Success looks like13 Tel: 01422 386500 info@womencentre.org.uk REGISTERED OFFICE23 SILVER STREET HALIFAX HX1 1JN www.womencentre.org.uk Charity Number 1118366 Company Number 06084795