Join Coventry Haven Women’s Aid: help women and children build safer futures

We’re recruiting for roles in refuge and our Raneem’s Law police partnership, offering opportunities to provide specialist support and strengthen responses to domestic abuse.

At Coventry Haven Women’s Aid, our work centres on women’s safety, choices and independence. We are looking for colleagues who share our commitment to supporting women and children subjected to domestic abuse.

Refuge Based DA Practitioner – maternity cover

Based in refuge, you will provide practical and emotional support to women and their children, helping them explore their options, build confidence and work towards safe, independent living.

You will also contribute to the day-to-day running of refuge and help develop recreational and learning opportunities during residents’ stays.

Salary: £29,540 per annum FTE.
Hours: 37 per week, with out-of-hours/on-call requirements.
Contract: 12-month maternity cover.
Closing date: 5pm on 26 November 2026.

IDVA – Raneem’s Law: full-time and part-time opportunities

We welcome applications from IDVAs and experienced Domestic Abuse Practitioners to work alongside police officers and call centre staff, contributing specialist expertise to responses at the point of crisis.

Salary: £31,537 per annum FTE, pro rata for part-time hours.
Location: West Midlands Police Call Centre, Aston, Birmingham.
Shifts: Between 8am and 8pm, seven days a week.
Applications: Accepted on a rolling basis.
Appointment includes a police vetting requirement. Coventry Haven Women's Aid

Find out more and apply

We value diversity and welcome applications from women of all backgrounds, including those who speak additional languages.

Visit our vacancies page for application packs, eligibility requirements and details of how to discuss the opportunities with us. You can also request a pack at recruitment@coventryhaven.co.uk. Please apply using the relevant application form; CVs are not accepted.

Please share these opportunities with someone who could bring their skills and commitment to our team.