Domestic Abuse Refuge Manager

Domestic Abuse Refuge Manager Leicester

Salary: £30,800 per annum

Hours of work: Full-time, Permanent

In partnership with a highly respected charity, I am recruiting for Refuge Manager for a 24-hour domestic abuse refuge in Leicester. This essential service provides safety, stability, and hope to women and children escaping domestic violence.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated team within a values-driven organisation that champions the rights and recovery of survivors. If you're an experienced professional with a background in care or social welfare, this role offers the chance to make a real and lasting impact.

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Lead and manage staff rotas, performance, and professional development
• Oversee budgets and financial processes
• Recruit, train, and support staff members
• Assist residents with housing and benefit applications
• Maintain accurate records and use internal systems effectively
• Represent the service through presentations and stakeholder engagement
• Build strong partnerships with local authorities, community groups, and other organisations

Applications are welcome from compassionate and capable leaders who bring:

• A relevant qualification or equivalent experience supporting vulnerable groups (women, children, survivors of domestic abuse)
• At least 3 years' experience in a care or social welfare setting
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Fluency in English plus one main BAME language
• Flexibility to work unsociable hours when required
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Ability to interpret and counsel effectively
• Understanding of multi agency working across statutory and voluntary sectors
• Full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle, and business insurance
• A clear Enhanced DBS check

This is more than a management role - it's a chance to lead a service that transforms lives. You'll be part of a passionate team within a charity that puts survivors first, with the autonomy to shape service delivery and provide vital support to those who need it most.

Interested? Click apply now for immediate consideration.