Family Domestic Abuse Support Advisors Service – Cornwall Council

Cornwall Council is retendering the Family Domestic Abuse Support Advisor (FDASA) Service, with contract commencement expected January 2027. This service deploys specialist domestic abuse workers within Family Help teams to provide short-term, targeted support to families experiencing domestic abuse. Key responsibilities include enhancing family safety, assessing risk factors, facilitating access to domestic abuse resources, and coordinating with—but not duplicating—Children's Social Care services. The service structure includes a dedicated supervisor or team lead role to maintain quality, consistency, and service coordination. Suppliers should demonstrate expertise in domestic abuse support, family intervention, and multi-agency collaboration. The contract offers an opportunity to deliver vital safeguarding services to vulnerable families across Cornwall.