We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. We provide a range of services, including Domestic Abuse support, Modern Slavery assistance, Mental Health & Complex Needs care, and Criminal Justice. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence.The service you will work in….You will be part of a busy team based across Hackney, working with staff in two culturally specific refuges on a part time basis. You will be providing support and line management to a team of 4 with an overall working within a team of 12. A day in this role looks like….As a Team Leader at Hestia, you will play a crucial role in our Domestic Abuse service. Your contributions will directly influence the lives of our service users, guiding them towards a path of empowerment and independence.A day will never look the same and some of the things you can expect to do/be responsible for are:Oversee the day to day management of the Hackney Domestic Abuse Service Ensure the continuing relevance of services by being responsive to women, young people and evaluating service delivery.Achieve agreed standards of service delivery in compliance with relevant legislation, contract requirements, and Hestia policies.Man
age relationships with key stakeholders in the London Borough of Hackney.Ensure that the service is contract compliant with the details in the service specification.To ensure that all safeguarding requirements are met in line with organisational, local and legal procedures.Support the Service Manager in managing health and safety, maintenance, rent/charges collection, arrears control, and voids control, across the service.To plan, negotiate and effectively manage the services finances, keeping expenditure on all elements related to delivery including staffing in line with the contract and annual budget.To make best use of property, equipment and Information Technology.To undertake the supervision of staff, social work students, apprentices and to act as a mentorTo provide management direction, support and advice to the staff team To attend meetings or forums addressing the needs of women, young people and children who have experienced domestic violence.To ensure that staff (including pool workers) and social work students receive a thorough induction and training needs are addressed. Participate in recruitment and grievance and procedures. Why Hestia?Joining Hestia means more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger. We offer a supportive, inclusive and resolution driven work environment where your contributions are recognised and valued. As a member of our team, you will have the chance to grow both personally and professionally while making a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.We are looking for candidates who bring a combination of passion, expertise, and dedication to the table. To excel in this role, you should possess:Section 7(2) b e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply to this position (Only Female applicants please).Experience of promoting and developin
g service user involvement/co production.Experience of working within a multi-agency setting.Previous experience of using computer-based systems to accurately record work and client details.Ability to manage staffExcellent knowledge of the impact of domestic abuse on women and childrenKnowledge of legal, statutory, regulatory and good practice requirements applicable to the provision of supported housing.Working knowledge of the relevant housing law and welfare benefits that apply to women and children using the service.Knowledge of legal remedies available to women experiencing domestic violence.Awareness of risks associated with domestic violence in a working environment.Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues and ability to address them appropriately.Highly developed interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.Ability to manage complex tasks in clearly defined time frames (including accurate records, reports, case notes and interpersonal communication).To participate in the out of hours emergency oncall rotaOur commitment to Equality, Diversity, and InclusionOur services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.We are a disability confident employerHestia is proud to be a disability confident e
mployer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.Safeguarding StatementHestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.Important Information for CandidatesIf your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
