Permanent, Full-time (37 hours per week, Monday to Friday) Colchester

Make a real difference where it matters most.

Colchester Borough Homes (CBH) is looking for a passionate and driven Domestic Abuse Specialist Officer to help shape and deliver high-quality, victim-centred services.

This is a unique opportunity to lead improvements in how we support victims and survivors of domestic abuse, working across services and partnerships to deliver better outcomes for victims and survivors.

About the Role

In this pivotal role, you will:

Act as a specialist lead on domestic abuse across CBH and partner services
Support victims and survivors to access the right support, sustaining tenancies and preventing homelessness
Lead on the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and service improvements
Work collaboratively with partners to deliver a coordinated, multi-agency response
Contribute to achieving and maintaining DAHA accreditation
Use insight and data to drive continuous improvement and better outcomes

You will also play a key role in shaping innovative approaches, including pilot work around economic abuse and financial resilience, ensuring our services meet both current needs and legislative requirements.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

Has a strong understanding of domestic abuse, including coercive control and emerging issues
Brings experience of working with victims/survivors and multi-agency partnerships
Can influence, challenge, and work across services to improve outcomes
Is confident using data and insight to drive service improvement
Demonstrates resilience, emotional intelligence, and a strong commitment to safeguarding and equality

You’ll be motivated by making a difference, with the ability to build trust, work collaboratively, and lead change in a complex environment.

Why Join CBH?

We are an award-winning organisation, providing management and maintenance services to around 7,000 residential, commercial and public buildings throughout the Borough, including the Council’s housing stock, Colchester Castle and Colchester Town Hall. At CBH, we are proud to deliver high-quality housing services to our community and are committed to continuous improvement and tenant-focused services.

We offer:

Local government pension scheme
Excellent training, development, and progression opportunities
Generous annual leave entitlement
The opportunity to buy up to another 5 days holiday, subject to conditions
Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
Provision of a smartphone and laptop
Discounted gym member

If you wish to discuss this post further, please contact Jon Cowie, Head of Housing Management on (01206) 505349 for an informal conversation.

For further job details please click here.

Interview date to be confirmed.

Equality & Diversity Commitment

Colchester Borough Homes is an equal opportunities employer. As part of our continued commitment to Equality and Diversity, and our workforce accurately reflecting the community we represent, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and applicants who have status as an individual with a physical or mental disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer and a Mindful Employer. We also hold accreditations for Working Well, Investors in People Gold status and the Armed Forces Covenant.

Apply Now

If you’re ready to make a real impact and help shape how we respond to domestic abuse across our communities, we’d love to hear from you.

How to apply:

Step 1 Read the advert, Job Accountability Statement and Person Specification

Step 2 Click Apply online below and complete the application form in full, ensuring that you indicate how you meet the criteria contained within the Person Specification

Step 3 Press submit