Deputy Service Manager
| Posting date: | 16 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £33,173.08 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 May 2026 |
| Location: | Wandsworth, South West London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Refuge |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 1917 |
Summary
We are recruiting for a Deputy Service Manager to join our team in Wandsworth; the scope on this job involves….
Job Title: Deputy Service Manager
Location: Wandsworth
Salary: £33,173.08 per annum
Contract type: Part-time, Fixed term (1 year)
Hours: 34
We’re looking for a Deputy Service Manager to join our busy Wandsworth Advocacy Service. This role will focus on improving access to specialist support for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse in Wandsworth — particularly those with insecure immigration status and other communities who are often under‑represented or unseen by services.
You will strengthen community referral pathways, lead our One Stop Shops, and work closely with local partners to ensure survivors can reach safety. You’ll also line‑manage a team of IDVAs, supporting high‑quality, survivor‑centred practice. If you’re an experienced frontline practitioner who is collaborative, committed to breaking down barriers, and interested in stepping into a management role, we’d love to hear from you.
Closing date: 9.00am on 5 May 2026
Interview date: 14 May 2026
Benefits
Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.
Job Title: Deputy Service Manager
Location: Wandsworth
Salary: £33,173.08 per annum
Contract type: Part-time, Fixed term (1 year)
Hours: 34
We’re looking for a Deputy Service Manager to join our busy Wandsworth Advocacy Service. This role will focus on improving access to specialist support for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse in Wandsworth — particularly those with insecure immigration status and other communities who are often under‑represented or unseen by services.
You will strengthen community referral pathways, lead our One Stop Shops, and work closely with local partners to ensure survivors can reach safety. You’ll also line‑manage a team of IDVAs, supporting high‑quality, survivor‑centred practice. If you’re an experienced frontline practitioner who is collaborative, committed to breaking down barriers, and interested in stepping into a management role, we’d love to hear from you.
Closing date: 9.00am on 5 May 2026
Interview date: 14 May 2026
Benefits
Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.
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