The Haven Wolverhampton is run by the Chief Executive Officer, Popinder Kaur. We employ 53 staff who provide a vital contribution to all the services we offer.
Haven Wolverhampton is governed by a board of trustees who are volunteers from a diverse range of backgrounds. The board consists of 10 members and 2 Co-opted members who commit their skills and experiences towards the growth of the organisation and to ensure governance is maintained to a high standard.
Chief Executive
Popinder Kaur
Co-chairs of the Board:
Andrea Spence-Ferguson
Stephanie Harris
Treasurer:
Kim Benton
Board Members:
Robert Marris
Katarina Fidler
Carwen Wynne-Howells
David Taylor
Ben Thorne
Rajinder Mann
Chantelle Grant
Co-opted Haven Members
Philippa Pringle
Gillian Atkins
The Haven Wolverhampton’s vision is for all women and children to live in a society free from oppression, homelessness, and abuse, and to promote and uphold human rights.
The Haven Wolverhampton supports women and dependent children who are vulnerable to domestic abuse and homelessness.
Provide Safe, high quality support in an environment of dignity and respect. Listen and Respond with understanding and compassion. Act with responsibility and diligence
The Haven Wolverhampton established in 1973 to provide both practical and emotional support services to women and children who are affected by domestic violence, homelessness and abuse. Applications are invited for the following post, from those who have a strong commitment to working with women and children.
Due to concerns with the coronavirus COVID-19, the Organisation have cancelled all face to face interviews.
We will contact each successful applicant as soon as we are able to commence interviews.
Are you an experienced Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) who is passionate about ending violence against women and girls? This could be the perfect role for you.
The Haven Wolverhampton has spent almost 50 years supporting women and children affected by domestic abuse and homelessness across the city of Wolverhampton. Through emergency accommodation, support to women living in the community, and wrap-around services, we work with women to provide emotional and practical support.
The IDVA within our Community Team and will provide a high-quality frontline service that is sensitive to the gendered dynamics of VAWG, to victims of domestic abuse, delivering a service to those identified at high risk using initiative at point of referral to ensure that support received is effective and timely.
The successful candidate will be experienced in working with victims of domestic abuse and will be passionate about advocating on their behalf in a multi-agency framework, including MARAC.
You will work well in a team and be experienced in supporting colleagues delivering a service to ensure the highest quality of support is given to the client group.
Closing Date: 10th April 2020
Interview Process: 13th April 2020
Click Here: jd/senior IDVA feb 2020.pdf
Click Here:/Application form
For application pack and job description, please visit our website www.havenrefuge.org.uk or email recruitment@havenrefuge.org.uk or send an A4 self-addressed envelope with 95p postage stating the job title to: The Haven Wolverhampton, 18 Waterloo Road, Wolverhampton, WV1 4BL.
Under the Care Standards Act 2000; all posts are subject to Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Due to the nature of our work Schedule 9 (1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies, therefore applications from women only will be considered. The Haven Wolverhampton is an equal opportunities employer.
This project receives financial support from Wolerhampton City Council. Registered Charity No. 1065427
We are currently looking for both day and Out of Hours Sessional Family Spport Workers to provide immediate and ongoing support within accommodation services for women, children and young people escaping from domestic violence, homelessness and abuse. You will ensure a safe and secure environment through Personal Support Planning and respond appropriately to the needs of the women and children, enabling them to make informed choices leading to resettlement. You will also support women calling the helpline for information and advice.
You will have experience of working with women within a refuge setting and completing assessment tools. You will have knowledge of the support needs and support planning of women and children experiencing violence abuse along with knowledge of legal, statutory, regulatory and good practice requirements applicable to the provision of supported housing. Excellent communication skills and a demonstrate ability to be able to work effectively and supportively as part of a team are requirements of the role.
Closing Date: Ongoing
Click Here:jd sessional family support worker pdf
Click Here:/Application form
For application pack and job description, please visit our website www.havenrefuge.org.uk or email recruitment@havenrefuge.org.uk or send an A4 self-addressed envelope with 95p postage stating the job title to: The Haven Wolverhampton, 18 Waterloo Road, Wolverhampton, WV1 4BL.
Under the Care Standards Act 2000; all posts are subject to Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Due to the nature of our work Schedule 9 (1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies, therefore applications from women only will be considered. The Haven Wolverhampton is an equal opportunities employer.
This project receives financial support from Wolverhampton City Council. Registered Charity No. 1065427
We are looking for a Maintenance / Handy Person to join The Haven Wolverhampton Facilities Maintenance Team. As a valued member of the Maintenance Team you will support the delivery of a high quality customer focused concierge handy-man/maintenance service.
You will be required to carry out maintenance checks, minor repairs to fixtures and fittings and ground maintenance across our refuge accommodation. Tasks will include minor carpentry and plumbing works, painting, light bulb changing and attending to safety hazards.
You will have good communication skills, work independently and as part of a team and be able to work under pressure.
For application pack and job description, please visit our website www.havenrefuge.org.uk or email recruitment@havenrefuge.org.uk or send an A4 self-addressed envelope with 95p postage stating the job title to: The Haven Wolverhampton, 18 Waterloo Road, Wolverhampton, WV1 4BL.
Closing date: Ongoing
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All posts are subject to Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Haven Wolverhampton is an equal opportunities employer.
This project receives financial support from Wolverhampton City Council. Registered Charity No. 1065427
The women and children that we serve are at the heart of all we do. We ensure that service users are involved in shaping the service they receive, the wider work of The Haven and local support services. This is done in a range of ways including:
