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We are looking for a new Independent Sexual Violence Advisor to join our team in providing advocacy and support to survivors of rape/sexual violence and sexual abuse.The ISVA will be based in our central Reading office, with the option of hybrid working. ISVAs will need to travel within Thames Valley to meet clients as required.
Main Purpose of the Role:
To provide advocacy and support to survivors of sexual violence. The ISVA will support adults who have reported or are wishing to report this crime navigate the criminal justice system. The ISVA will work closely with the Police Service, Sexual Assault Referral Centre, CPS, and other relevant organisations.
ISVA Main Duties
· Provide advice, guidance and information to adults who have experienced rape and sexual abuse.
· Support service users that have been referred to Trust House Reading.
· Support clients in making informed choices about their future options.
· Explain relevant criminal, legal and civil remedies and housing options to clients as required.
· Assess the risk and support needs of clients.
· Develop individual support plans to address risks /support needs of clients.
· Ensure that clients are aware of the services to which they are entitled and advocate for them to help them access services.
· Understand the legal framework relating to the protection of children and vulnerable adults including the policy and procedures in relation to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
· Support ISVA clients through the criminal justice system, explaining the procedures and their role and rights within that system, referring to Victim Support or the Witness Care Service as appropriate.
· Support the service user in making a witness statement and attending court.
· Keep the service user informed about case progress on behalf of the police in line with the requirements of the Service Code of Practice.
· Participate in case conferences with the police, CPS and prosecuting barrister.
· Assist clients accessing special measures.
· Liaise with the police, CPS and other service providers on behalf of the service user.
· Provide information and support in relation to Criminal Injuries Compensation.
· Help clients to develop their own support network.
· Refer on and arrange meetings with other agencies/services as necessary, for instance, sexual health services, mental health, drug and alcohol, counselling, housing etc.
· Actively and positively engage with other voluntary sector agencies, including sexual violence specialist agencies e.g. domestic violence service outreach, IDVA and refuge providers.
· Maintain and update records of all cases including initial referral, risk assessment, subsequent risk assessment, care and safety plans, and action taken.
· To understand and assess other support needs of clients, for example translation or interpretation needs and be fully aware of available resources.
· Where an assault is related to domestic violence and the client is assessed as high risk, refer on to Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) following locally agreed protocols (including working proactively with the Independent Domestic Violence Advisor Service), attend and participate in meetings and follow-up on actions agreed in MARAC.
· Contribute to the development of policies, protocols, guidelines, strategies within practice area if necessary.
· Collate areas of service gap and service inadequacy to feed back to the commissioner and the relevant strategic groups.
· Note and feed back to the commissioner and the relevant strategic groups or other appropriate body any consistent difficulties clients are having accessing services.
ISVA Person Specification
Essential:
· Educated to A-level standard.
· Experience of working with vulnerable clients.
· Knowledge of the impact of rape/sexual violence and sexual abuse on service.
· Knowledge of the criminal justice system for survivors of rape and sexual abuse.
· Understanding of the principles of risk assessment and safety planning.
· Pro-active.
· Empathic, with a non-judgmental approach.
· A good listener.
· Strong crisis management skills.
· Understanding of the process of seeking help and barriers to seeking help.
· Good written and verbal communication skills.
· Ability to work on own without close supervision.
· Ability to manage caseload and work priorities.
· Ability to share sensitive information, adhering to protocols.
· Understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues and legal responsibilities.
· Willingness to undertake regular training.
· Willingness and ability to work with clients of all genders.
· Commitment to continued professional development.
· Knowledge of and commitment to diversity issues.
· Ability to work safely and within boundaries.
· Completed accredited ISVA training course (or equivalent) or willingness to complete the training.
· Willingness and ability to travel across the Thames Valley when necessary.
· Computer literate: word-processing, emailing, data collection/spreadsheets.
· Ability and willingness to work in partnership and as part of a team.
Desirable:
· Professional qualification in social work or related field.
· Current full driving license and own vehicle.
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We Are Survivors are looking for a new member of staff to come and join our growing Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) team.
The ISVA team is focused on supporting survivors and their loved ones through the criminal justice system.
Your role will involve supporting the delivery of our quality assured ISVA service and associated intervention to primary and secondary beneficiaries, alongside the direct delivery of We are Survivors services. This role is also responsible for scheduling the use of the organisations Nightingale Suite where survivors can engage in the criminal justice process in a safe and comfortable environment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you!
We are looking for a Core IDVA
Salary: £26,000 - £32,000 depending on experience.
Location: Hammersmith
Hours: 35 Hours per week
Contract: Permanent
This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Please note: Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting.
About us
Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community.
We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women’s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies.
Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
About the role:
We work within a coordinated partnership response to violence against women and girls as part of the Angelou Partnership. Within the partnership ADVANCE provides independent domestic abuse advocacy and support for women, children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse.
The IDVA will work within a dynamic, fast paced, crisis intervention, advocacy, and support service to ensure the voice of survivors informs every stage of the process specialising in working with clients at high risk. They will work within the team to make proactive contact and provide high quality advocacy and support based upon a client led needs and risk assessment to women from aged 13, focusing on working with those aged 18 and over who access the domestic abuse service. They will advise women on criminal justice and civil remedies and related matters, support women to attend court where necessary, and coordinate the provision of multi-agency support. Part of the role will to be to establish positive, proactive, and innovative working relationships with services providing services to clients and partner agencies within the Angelou Partnership. As a Core IDVA will work across the boroughs mentioned above, under the guidance of the team leaders and project manager.
To be successful as the Core IDVA you will need the below experience and skills:
To be successful as a Core IDVA, you’ll need to have an excellent understanding of domestic abuse and its effects on women and children and of best practice within the domestic abuse sector. As an experienced domestic abuse advocate who has worked with complex and multiple needs, you will be skilled in risk management and safety planning, remaining calm in a crisis and in handling sensitive information on a daily basis. Experience of direct work with female survivors of domestic abuse, of supporting women involved in mental health services, and of working within safeguarding procedures is essential for this post, as is the need to adopt and promote a strong partnership approach to service provision.
We recognise that women often only apply to roles if they meet 100% of the criteria. We encourage you to demonstrate how your skills and experience would make you an asset to the role, and if you don’t have the exact skills/experience, tell us in your cover letter how you think you might grow and develop in the role.
How to apply: Via our careers site
- Closing Date for Applications: Sunday 16 February 2025
- Interviews are taking place, week commencing on a rolling basis
*Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate.
What we can offer you - Employee Benefits:
- A 35-hour working week
- An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!)
- Additional days off to celebrate International Women’s Day, and for religious observance and moving home
- Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more
- Pension scheme
- Enhanced maternity/adoption provision
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee eye-care scheme
- Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles
- Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation
- Organisation wide away days
- Thorough induction and training
- Career development pathways
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Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs.
Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities
We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits.
Safeguarding
Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Young Women’s IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advocate)
Location: North London
Salary: £27,000 - £28,840 per annum (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Fixed-term until 31st March 2025
Hours: Various roles available:
Full-time (35 hours per week) Hybrid
Part-time (0.4 FTE) Onsite
About the Role
I am delighted to be supporting a dynamic and passionate organisation based in North London, in their search for dedicated Young Women’s IDVA. These roles offer an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young survivors of domestic violence.
Candidates do not need to be IDVA-trained prior to joining but must have experience in charities, working with young people, and/or domestic violence services.
Essential Requirements
Experience: At least one year in a relevant role within the charity sector, supporting young people and/or survivors of domestic abuse.
Knowledge: In-depth understanding of violence against women and girls, particularly relationship abuse and exploitation.
Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build safe and trusted relationships, centering the needs of young women.
Equity & Inclusion: Understanding of how intersecting identities impact experiences of violence and access to support.
Advocacy & Leadership: Ability to advocate for young women, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and betterment.
Safeguarding: Strong knowledge of child protection and safeguarding protocols.
Communication & Teamwork: Excellent teamwork skills and ability to liaise effectively with management and external partners.
Compliance: Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide proof of the right to work in the UK.
Desirable
Qualifications such as IDVA, ISVA, YPVA, or similar.
Training or experience in youth work or violence against women and girls sector.
Experience in delivering creative, inclusive engagement activities.
Awareness of local community needs in Barnet and surrounding boroughs.
Key Responsibilities
Managing a caseload of up to 10 young survivors of abuse, maintaining regular engagement and structured support sessions.
Maintaining accurate records and reports in compliance with safeguarding policies.
Conducting weekly case reviews with the Safeguard Lead and reporting any risk or safety concerns.
Acting as an advocate for young women, ensuring their safety and access to necessary support.
Developing innovative opportunities for young people’s personal growth and wellbeing.
Collaborating with the wider team to ensure high-quality service delivery, including participation in group activities and workshops.
Engaging in ongoing training and professional development.
Performing additional relevant tasks as required, with honesty and integrity.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV to Harris Hill. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
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Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you!
We are looking for a Senior Substance Misuse Independent Domestic Abuse Advocate
Salary: £30,000-£32,000
Location: Hammersmith (with some work in the community across Hammersmith and Westminster, and Kensington and Chelsea)
Hours: 35 hours per week (some working from home up to 2 days, some shift work)
Weekend / Evening work: Yes, Thursdays early shift (8am) and evening between 6-9pm on rota basis (so approximately every 4-5 weeks)
Contract: Permanent
This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Please note: Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting.
About us
Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community.
We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women’s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies.
Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
About the role:
The Senior Substance Misuse Independent Domestic Abuse Advocate (IDVA)will work within a dynamic, crisis intervention, advocacy and support service.
The successful candidate will be doing half a day satellite work at Turning Point once a week.
The successful candidate will be the post holder will work across three boroughs under the guidance of the Team Manager.
The IDVA will be closely working alongside other colleagues including the Turning Point colleagues/team to deliver support to women with a range of complex support needs including substance misuse, mental health, domestic abuse, sex working, trafficking, and offending behaviour. The IDVA will work in collaboration with their team members to holistically support women in the boroughs of Hammersmith, Kensington and Chelsea, and Westminster to achieve sustained recovery, improved health and wellbeing, helping women to manage/mitigate risks, and empowering them to reach their fullest potential in society as well as ensuring the voice of survivors informs every stage of the process.
The Senior Multiple Needs IDVA will assess the needs and risks of survivors, carry out short and longer-term risk management, safety planning and support. As well as identify and refer to services appropriate to their needs. They will also proactively advocate and advice women of their rights and options for seeking help and support from other agencies, encouraging them to engage with other agencies, and help co-ordinate the provision of multi-agency support where necessary.
The Senior IDVA will be holding a smaller caseload and will be line managing up to 3 IDVAs.
Work closely with Managers to allocate cases to workers appropriately within 48 hours
About You:
To be successful as the Senior Substance Misuse Independent Domestic Abuse Advocate will need the below experience and skills:
Excellent understanding of domestic abuse and its effects on women and children, of best practice in supporting survivors of domestic abuse, and of the MARAC.
Excellent understanding of drug and alcohol issues and experience of working within a related field.
Thorough knowledge of safeguarding practice, procedures and legislation
A good understanding of the importance of confidentiality and anti-discriminatory practice, safe practice and health and safety procedures
Experience of risk and needs assessment, safety and support planning, and crisis planning and successfully managing high numbers of referrals
Experience of working in a co-located setting with another agency and providing consultations/briefings to professionals to support in upskilling them around Domestic Abuse
Experience of partnership working and of maintaining excellent working relationships with a range of stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills; including report writing, data collection and monitoring
This is an exciting opportunity for you to work as part of an innovative service, designed to offer multi-disciplinary wrap-around support to women with multiple needs, with the aim of facilitating long-term recovery.
We enthusiastically welcome applications from Substance Misuse Workers/Practitioners, Recovery Workers, Recovery Practitioners, Recovery Coordinators, Drug Workers, Alcohol Workers and Needle Exchange Workers who meet the specified requirements.
How to apply:
Please submit your up-to-date CV with a supporting statement. Please note that only applications made via the job advert on the Advance careers page, and those that include a cover letter will be considered.
*Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate.
What we can offer you - Employee Benefits:
A 35-hour working week
An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!)
Additional days off to celebrate International Women’s Day, and for religious observance and moving home
Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more
Pension scheme
Enhanced maternity/adoption provision
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
Employee eye-care scheme
Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles
Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation
Organisation wide away days
Thorough induction and training
Career development pathways
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Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs.
Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities
We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits.
Safeguarding
Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Independent Domestic Violence Advocate
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: West London
Pay: £14-20 per hour DOE
Assignment: 2-3 months with the possibility of an extension
Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 9am-5pm - Hybrid working.
We are looking for a IDVA for our clients West London based team. This amazing opportunity will grant the successful candidate the chance to work alongside vulnerable women fleeing domestic violence and forms of harmful practice. You will be ensuring they are surrounded by a strong support network and addressing the safety of the victims as well as working to keep their children safe too. The work this charity do is incredible, providing specialist services to society's most marginalised domestic abuse victims.
As an IDVA, you will be:
· Serving as victims first point of contact providing them with the support they need emotionally.
· Advocating for those who need it as they may not feel confident enough to speak up themselves.
· Completing risk assessments and management of a caseload.
· Signposting to relevant services according to their needs.
To be successful, you will need to:
· Previous IDVA/ISVA experience.
· Experience within managing a caseload of clients.
· Be experienced within dealing with vulnerable people specifically women and children and be responsive to crisis situations.
· Have managed a caseload and key worked previously.
· Showing a compassionate nature towards those in need.
· Have an enhanced adults and children's DBS check to apply for this post - if this is something you need to apply for, get in touch!
This position is a popular one amongst many so if it captures your eye, please do get in touch ASAP!
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"She brought out a totally different side of me, the side that had been lost and destroyed due to my past experiences. I began to realise my worth and potential, slowly my life began to turn back to normal, school life, family life and reconnected with old friendships."
These are the words from a young woman supported by a client that Prospectus are proud to be working with.
The temporary Young Women's Domestic Violence Support Worker will be working closely with beneficiaries of this charity to rebuild their lives after having left, or in the process of leaving a domestic violence situation.
This role offers a hybrid working model of Tuesdays & Wednesdays onsite and the rest remote. This position running until the end of March and is to start as soon as possible, so you will need to be available immediately or have a short notice period to be considered.
You will be a supervised support worker, managing a sensible caseload that suits your experience and capability, and you will be meeting with survivors face to face to provide advocacy in police stations, schools, courts etc. You will utilise practical development to increase social stability, healthcare and general independence, and emotional support through therapeutic activities, providing advice and guidance to equip and empower better socio-emotional health. You'll in essence be working with young women to help them thrive, free from abuse and violence.
Successful candidates will have experience within a similar role, supporting those who are or have been experiencing domestic abuse. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
Candidates with IDVA, ISVA, YPVA or similar qualifications will be prioritised.
Under The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010, due to the nature of this role, the applications for this role will be restricted to women only.
If you are interested in finding out more information about this new opportunity, please register your interest below and submit your CV in Word format.
Thank you!
"She brought out a totally different side of me, the side that had been lost and destroyed due to my past experiences. I began to realise my worth and potential, slowly my life began to turn back to normal, school life, family life and reconnected with old friendships."
These are the words from a young woman supported by a client that Prospectus are proud to be working with.
The temporary Young Women's Domestic Violence Support Worker will be working closely with beneficiaries of this charity to rebuild their lives after having left, or in the process of leaving a domestic violence situation.
This is a part time role, working 2-days per week onsite. This position running until the end of June and is to start as soon as possible, so you will need to be available immediately or have a short notice period to be considered.
You will be a supervised support worker, managing a sensible caseload that suits your experience and capability, and you will be meeting with survivors face to face to provide advocacy in police stations, schools, courts etc. You will utilise practical development to increase social stability, healthcare and general independence, and emotional support through therapeutic activities, providing advice and guidance to equip and empower better socio-emotional health. You'll in essence be working with young women to help them thrive, free from abuse and violence.
Successful candidates will have experience within a similar role, supporting those who are or have been experiencing domestic abuse. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
Candidates with IDVA, ISVA, YPVA or similar qualifications will be prioritised.
Under The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010, due to the nature of this role, the applications for this role will be restricted to women only.
If you are interested in finding out more information about this new opportunity, please register your interest below and submit your CV in Word format.