Violence Prevention Practitioner

Salary: £27,0000 – £28,000 per annum depending on experience 

Hours: 35 per week 

Contract: Permanent 

Location: North Tyneside

Job reference number: 1763

Are you passionate about preventing domestic abuse and supporting lasting behaviour change?

Cranstoun is looking for a dedicated and motivated Violence Prevention Practitioner to join our Domestic Abuse Prevention Service across North Tyneside.

This is a unique opportunity to work directly with individuals who use abusive behaviours in their relationships, helping them to understand the impact of their actions, take responsibility, and make meaningful, long-term changes. As a Violence Prevention Practitioner, you will:

✔ Deliver behaviour change programmes to men and women who perpetrate domestic abuse

✔ Support individuals to develop healthier relationships and safer behaviours

✔ Contribute to reducing harm and improving outcomes for victims, families and communities

✔ Work collaboratively with partner agencies across South Yorkshire

✔ Help shape and develop an innovative and impactful service

We’re looking for someone who:

🔹 Has experience working within domestic abuse services or a related field

🔹 Is passionate about behaviour change and improving community safety

🔹 Has strong communication and relationship-building skills

🔹 Is motivated, resilient and committed to making a positive difference

🔹 Has experience delivering programmes, training or community-based interventions (desirable)

Why join Cranstoun?

Be part of a charity that has been changing lives since 1969

Work within a supportive and experienced team

Develop specialist skills in domestic abuse prevention and behaviour change

Make a real impact on individuals, families and communities

How to Apply:

To apply for this role, please submit your CV, along with a Cover Letter outlining your skills, experience, relevant qualifications and values fit for the role to recruitment@cranstoun.org.uk. Please ensure you clearly state the Job Reference Number on your Cover Letter.

Applicants must be able to provide satisfactory evidence of their right to work in the UK at the application stage.

Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment.

Closing Date: 1^st September 2026

Please note: All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.