Refuge Service Manager

Refuge Manager Location: Flintshire Contract: 6 Month Contract (Potential to Go Permanent) Rate: £25.00 - £27.00 per hour via Umbrella Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday Start Date: Immediate Start Available An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Refuge Manager to lead a specialist refuge service supporting women and families affected by domestic abuse. We are seeking a strong people manager who can lead a team, maintain high service standards, and ensure the delivery of safe, person-centred support for vulnerable individuals. Due to the nature of the service, this role is restricted to female applicants Key Responsibilities • Lead, motivate, coach and support a team of staff, promoting organisational values and ensuring a high-performing, inclusive and supportive working culture. • Oversee the day-to-day delivery of refuge services, ensuring residents receive safe, effective and person-centred support whilst maintaining compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and service standards. • Develop and maintain a skilled workforce through supervision, performance management and personal development planning aligned to organisational objectives. • Build and maintain effective relationships with local authorities, partner agencies, funders and community networks, representing the organisation positively and enhancing its reputation. • Support budget management, procurement processes and supplier relationships, ensuring value for money and identifying opportunities to maximise funding and resources. Requirements • Previous management experience within a refuge, domestic abuse, housing support, supported accommodation or complex needs setting. • Experience managing and developing staff teams. • Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management and supporting vulnerable individuals. • Ideally experienced within domestic abuse services or supporting individuals with complex needs. • Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle. • Enhanced Adult and Child DBS issued within the last 3 years, or willingness to obtain one. To apply, please submit your CV via this advert