Domestic Abuse Programme Coordinator

Job Title: Abingdon-on-Thames Domestic Abuse Programme Coordinator

Hours: 16 hours per week - flexi (0.4 FTE) (1-year fixed contract)

Location: Abingdon - Based at The Abingdon Bridge

Responsible to: TAB CEO

Salary: £14,750 (FTE would be £36,875) Funded by Abingdon Town Council

The Role

The Town Council of Abingdon-on-Thames is committed to standing up against domestic abuse. We aspire to become a town which raises awareness of domestic abuse and where all types of such abuse are understood, challenged and where help and support are available to those in need. Through improved education we hope to reduce the risk of abuse starting, continuing, or escalating. We have committed to work with The Abingdon Bridge and 'Reducing the Risk' (RtR) to help deliver services to the residents of Abingdon, with a particular emphasis on young people.

We are looking for an experienced, thoughtful, and proactive Domestic Abuse Programme Coordinator to lead and develop our domestic abuse services. This role is ideal for someone who understands the issues, has a knowledge of the town and its challenges, and can balance strategic planning with hands-on operational leadership.

This person will bring empathy, professionalism, and a survivor-centred approach — someone who can balance compassion with clear boundaries and thoughtful leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Within the first year to:

1. Set up the Abingdon Against Domestic Abuse (ADA) steering group, which will meet quarterly and then to act as secretary.

2. Help develop programmes and strategies in line with the priorities set by the steering group. These will include specific strategies for young people.

3. Build strong relationships with statutory agencies, charities, and local community groups, and to map existing services, identify gaps and how to strengthen networking relationships.

4. Seek funding opportunities and develop funding applications together with the ADA board including TAB and RtR as required, and explore the possibility of chartable status.

5. Develop a victim/survivors advisory panel which will include young people and representatives from minority communities. This to meet every six months.

Person Specification

Essential

• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of domestic abuse and working within a related sector.

• Confidence to lead and manage partner relationships while holding clear boundaries and safeguarding the organisation’s strategic priorities.

• Strong understanding of the impact of abuse on those it affects, their families and the wider public. Preferably knowledge of the legal processes and other sectors who are deeply involved.

• Excellent communication skills and confidence in multi-agency working.

• Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently.

• Robust safeguarding knowledge.

• Ability to create safe, person-led spaces that centre the needs, choices, and wellbeing of those curious about receiving support.

Desirable

• Experience delivering training or public-facing education sessions.

• Experience with commissioning, contract management, or bid writing.

• Knowledge of local support pathways and statutory frameworks.

Support and Training

The post holder will receive appropriate and ongoing training and support from Gary Hibbins, and Holly Freeland of The Abingdon Bridge and who will be the post holders line manager, as well as the TAB team. Support will also be provided by the chair of the ADA strategy group and the officers of the Abingdon Town Council.

How to Apply

Please email your CV and a cover letter telling us why this role speaks to you and your experience to kirsty@theabingdonbridge.org.uk. Closing date is 12pm on Friday 6th March 2026. Interviews will be held on 18th March 2026. For more information please contact Gary Hibbins on gary@theabingdonbridge.org.uk