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🚨 We’re Hiring: Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) 📍 Sutton | 💼 Full-time (35 hours) | 📄 Permanent 💰 Salary: £25,630 – £30,490 🔎 Reference: 1689 Are you passionate about supporting survivors of domestic abuse and making a meaningful difference in your community? Join Cranstoun and be part of a dedicated team empowering people to live healthy, safe, and happy lives. About Us Cranstoun is a charity committed to helping individuals, families, and communities thrive. Through compassion, expertise, and partnership working, we support people to create lasting positive change. About the Role We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to join the Sutton Domestic Abuse Support Service (DASS)—a collaborative partnership of local organisations delivering vital, high-quality support across Sutton. As an IDVA, you will: Work directly with victims and survivors of domestic abuse Conduct risk assessments and develop tailored safety plans Provide strong advocacy, ensuring survivors’ voices are heard Collaborate with partner agencies to deliver coordinated interventions Promote awareness and understanding of the impact of domestic abuse About You You’ll bring: A strong passion for supporting individuals with complex needs Experience working in multi-agency or multidisciplinary environments A commitment to empowering people to achieve safer, healthier lives IDVA training (preferred), though training may be provided depending on experience Additional Information Police vetting is required for this role This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check We are looking to appoint as soon as possible 🗓 Closing Date: 24th May 2026

This Sunday is run-day in Birmingham! 🏃🏻♀️🏃🏽 Our amazing runners are taking on the Great Birmingham Run half marathon – and after weeks of training, they’re feeling strong, focused, and ready to go. So far, they’ve run‑draised over £580 for Cranstoun, more than halfway to their £1,000 target. 🙌 Could you help them over the finish line by donating today? Your kindness will make a difference for people rebuilding their lives. 👉 Please donate and show your support: https://lnkd.in/eQpkPtWH Let’s get Team Cranstoun to the start line feeling supported every step of the way! 💜

🚨 We’re hiring: Domestic Abuse Intervention Worker – Perpetrators 🚨 📍 Cleveland (Hybrid – home, office & community-based working) 💼 Full-time – 35 hours per week 💰 £27,000–£28,000 per annum (depending on experience) 📄 Permanent role 🔎 Ref: 1686 We’re excited to offer a new opportunity to join our team delivering impactful work as part of the Drive Project—a nationally recognised initiative focused on improving the safety of victims and children by holding high-risk perpetrators accountable. This is a challenging yet highly rewarding role, ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, multi-agency environment and is passionate about making a real difference. 🔍 About the role As a Domestic Abuse Intervention Worker, you will: Work directly with high-harm, high-risk perpetrators Deliver behaviour change interventions and disruption activities Collaborate with multi-agency partners to share and gather critical information Contribute to safeguarding and improving outcomes for victims and families Manage complex caseloads with professionalism and attention to detail 💡 What we’re looking for Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships Confidence working in a multi-agency setting A proactive, solution-focused approach Excellent communication skills, including professional telephone manner ✨ You’ll be joining a supportive, driven team where initiative is valued, and your work has a direct, meaningful impact on people’s lives. ⚠️ Important: This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 📩 How to apply: Send your CV and a cover letter (including Job Ref: 1686) to hr@cranstoun.org.uk 📅 Closing date: 10th May 2026 📆 Interview date: To be confirmed 📧 For an informal discussion, contact: Elaine Potts – epotts@cranstoun.org.uk If you’re ready to be part of a service that challenges harm, drives change, and protects those most at risk—we’d love to hear from you

🚨 We’re Hiring: Key Worker – Criminal Justice 🚨 📍 Windsor & Maidenhead 💼 Permanent | 35 hours per week 💰 Starting from £25,630 (depending on experience) 📌 Job Ref: 1687 Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Join Cranstoun and be part of a dedicated team supporting individuals affected by drugs and alcohol across the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead. At Cranstoun, our work changes and saves lives. We’re looking for motivated, compassionate individuals to help people overcome substance use challenges, rebuild their lives, and achieve their goals. 🔎 About the role As a Key Worker (Criminal Justice), you’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred support. Your responsibilities will include: • Case management and care planning • Harm reduction and needle syringe programmes • Outreach and engagement • Facilitating group work • Supporting access to treatment and services You’ll be at the heart of our service—empowering individuals, promoting recovery, and creating a safe, supportive environment. 💡 What we’re looking for • Experience or knowledge of substance use and harm reduction • Strong organisational skills and ability to manage your own diary • Confidence using Microsoft Office • A proactive, problem-solving mindset • Integrity, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion to help others Most importantly, you’ll bring the drive to make a positive impact every day. 🕒 Working hours Core hours are Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm, with occasional cover required for extended hours on Tuesdays (9am–7pm). 🔐 This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. 📩 How to apply Send your CV and a cover letter (including Job Ref: 1687) to: hr@cranstoun.org.uk 📅 Closing date: 17 May 2026 If you’re ready to help transform lives and be part of a supportive, mission-driven team, we’d love to hear from you.

Today’s news has highlighted how easy it can be to access drugs on some of our high streets. While headlines come and go, some people, their families, and their wider communities, continue to experience harm. If you or someone you care about needs help with drugs or alcohol, you’re not alone – and support is available. Cranstoun provides free, confidential help for adults, children and young people across the West Midlands. From advice and harm‑reduction support to wellbeing services and safe spaces for young people, our teams are here to listen without judgement and help you build the future you deserve. Find out more and access support at: https://www.cranstoun.org/

🚨 We’re hiring: Housing Solutions Admin Worker – Domestic Abuse Service 🚨 📍 Birmingham (Hybrid) 💼 35 hours per week (part-time considered) 💰 £24,500–£28,160 per annum (depending on experience) 📅 Fixed-term until 31st March 2027 (with potential extension) 🔎 Ref: 1685 At Cranstoun, we’ve been making a difference since 1969—supporting individuals, families, and communities to create positive change. Our Domestic Abuse Housing Solutions Service plays a vital role in helping people facing domestic abuse access safe, suitable accommodation and wider support. We’re looking for a compassionate and organised Housing Support Admin Worker to join our team. This is a key role supporting both service users and colleagues—ensuring smooth communication, effective administration, and a welcoming environment. ✨ What you’ll be doing: Acting as a first point of contact via phone and email Supporting service users with queries quickly and professionally Providing admin support to the wider team Maintaining accurate records and databases Supporting meetings, reports, and day-to-day service delivery Helping ensure a safe, organised, and welcoming office environment 💡 You’ll be part of a dedicated team working closely with individuals experiencing domestic abuse—supporting them not just with housing, but also with access to wider services and opportunities. ⚠️ Important: This role is open to female applicants only, as it is an occupational requirement under the Equality Act due to the nature of the service. 📩 How to apply: Send your CV and a cover letter (including Job Ref: 1685) to hr@cranstoun.org.uk 📅 Closing date: 4th May 2026 (we may close earlier if suitable applicants are identified) For an informal discussion, contact: Maria Cunningham – mcunningham@cranstoun.org.uk Safural Giwa – sgiwa@cranstoun.org.uk

Today, we're pleased to be hosting our annual domestic abuse conference at Worcester Cricket Club! This year, we have a focus on the voice of the child and understanding positive criminal justice interventions. At a critical time for the sector, we will be hearing from a range of key note speakers, panelled events and workshops. There are trained IDVAs on site for those who might need a conversation about the topics discussed today. Dame Nicole Jacobs sue penna Maria Cripps Alice Orme Rock Pool Thames Valley Police Joanna Sharpen Independent Office for Police Conduct Sue Coleman Jo Todd CBE Megan Jones David Challen

I am honoured to share that I have been appointed Chair of Cranstoun, a social justice charity founded almost 60 years ago. Stepping into this role is both a privilege and a profound responsibility. Cranstoun’s work is rooted in a deep belief that people deserve support, dignity and the chance to thrive — that belief resonates strongly with me. What draws me to Cranstoun is its relentlessly people-centred and whole‑system approach: recognising that harm, trauma and vulnerability are interconnected and by responding with services that meet people where they are, real and lasting change is possible. From prevention and early intervention to treatment, rehabilitation and policy reform, this is a charity which is making a real difference to some of the most vulnerable people in our society. The organisation shows real courage in tackling some of the most complex and urgent social challenges we face today. I am particularly moved by Cranstoun’s focus on supporting, empowering and advocating for children and young people — ensuring they have the safety, stability and opportunities they deserve. As Chair, I will work to champion quality, strengthen governance, nurture innovation and partnerships so that Cranstoun can continue delivering sustainable, long‑term outcomes for the communities it serves. Above all, I am committed to upholding the values of respect and compassion that sit at the heart of Cranstoun’s identity and that matter deeply to me. I am under no illusion about the scale or complexity of the challenges the sector faces, but I am inspired by the dedication and commitment Cranstoun’s staff, volunteers and services and look forward to working together with my fellow trustees to support the Cranstoun team as we continue building safer, healthier and hopeful futures. #Cranstoun

👋 We're pleased to announce the appointment of our new Chair of Trustees, Selina S Sagayam. Selina is a globally renowned expert in governance, sustainability and legal regulatory work who brings a strong commitment to improving the lives of people that we work with. She brings leadership experience in the charity sector through her time in Vice-Chair and Trustee roles at domestic abuse and environmental organisations. Selina's appointment comes at an important time for Cranstoun as we continue to grow our impact and change lives. She will be working closely with our Board of Trustees and leadership team to provide strategic oversight, support good governance and shape Cranstoun's direction. We'd like to thank Lesleigh Bounds who has served as our Chair since 2020, guiding the charity through the COVID-19 pandemic, leading a new and highly successful strategy and rebrand. Her leadership, dedication and contribution has put us in a strong position for the future. https://lnkd.in/edH4WW44