Health Centre jobs in Blackpool

FCWA in conjunction with the Domestic Abuse Support Service Lancashire Partnership (DASSL) will deliver Family Court IDVA support to individuals, families and their children going through the Family Court process. This service aims to improve the overall court experience of children and families, reducing delays in the process and the number of returning cases through a multi-agency approach.

DASSL is a partnership between SafeNet as the lead provider, FCWA, PAC & Be Free, Key, Harv, Liberty Centre and Loving me.

This is initially a pilot, starting November 2026, that is likely to be extended based on the outcomes from other pilot areas across the UK.

Job summary:

This role will suit organised, process driven individuals with a strong attention to detail, ability to write clear and accurate reports, as well as providing independent support to people navigating the family court process. Working as part of a strong multi-agency team within the courts across Lancashire you will ensure the voice of survivors informs every stage of the process. You will work together as a team to make proactive contact and provide high-quality advocacy support through a client-led and trauma informed approach.

The post holder will be based in Blackpool but must be willing and able to cover all locations when necessary.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

1. To provide initial assessment and support to survivors of domestic abuse and their family going through the family court process.

2. Identify and assess the risks and needs of families referred through the court affected by domestic abuse using the DASH RIC, ensuing survivor safety at all stages.

3. Consider the needs and safety of any children/young people ensuring that any risks/needs identified are addressed directly and that appropriate action is taken to safeguard them.

4. Proactively assess the needs and safety of adults at risk giving due regard to Adult Safeguarding policies and procedures.

5. Compile assessments and contribute to court reports, within a set timescale, including counter allegations assessments where domestic abuse is disputed, providing detailed reports and summaries of domestic abuse history, risk and safeguarding concerns.

6. Support a child welfare focused approach and work closely with agencies to promote the voice of the child.

7. Hold a caseload and carry out short-and longer-term risk management, safety planning and support; and identify and refer to services appropriate to their needs, including referrals to MARAC as required.

8. Undertake exit interviews with all service users to ensure safe exit from service, signposting/stepping down as required.

9. Ensure accurate and timely case recording and that information is kept secure in line with the data protection policy.

10. Work with the Team Leader and data analyst to ensure all monitoring and evaluation for the project is accurate and fully maintained, keeping them informed of any issues and successes.

11. Participate in multi-agency work, including contributing to training, as agreed with your line manager.

General duties:

1. Work flexibly with some unsociable hours to meet the needs of the service and the programme.

2. Develop and maintain good working relationships with all relevant services for effective partnership working.

3. Maintain accurate case records.

4. Attend meetings and provide reports as required.

5. Attend in-house and Family Court training.

6. Participate in regular support, supervision, reviews and appraisal with line manager and clinical supervisions with an external provider.

7. Ensure that the service complies with the legal framework that protects the safety of vulnerable adults and children, adhering to the Local Safeguarding Adult & Children’s Board policies and procedures and the practical implications of this are understood.

8. Carry out other such duties as appropriate to the scope and grade of the post, as may be requested from time to time.

This job description sets out the duties of the post at the time when it was drawn up and will be reviewed from time to time. Duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot of themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.

Person Specification

Whilst having any or all of these skillsets below are advantageous to the role, we recognise that many candidates may not possess all of them and welcome applications from people with suitable transferable skills.

KNOWLEDGE

AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Hold an IDVA qualification or be willing to work towards this, or have a degree/professional qualification/extensive experience in a relevant field

A good understanding of violence against women and girls with a particular focus on the dynamics of domestic abuse and its impact on children, families, and communities

Knowledge of safeguarding practice, procedures and legislation

Knowledge of family court proceedings including issues arising for adults and children subjected to domestic abuse

Knowledge of current civil and criminal law enforcement and practice in relation to domestic abuse

Previous experience of using computer-based systems to accurately record work and client details

Highly developed interpersonal, written and oral communication skills and ability to manage complex tasks in clearly defined time frames (including accurate records, reports, case notes and interpersonal communication)

Pay: £27,500.00-£28,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person