Advocate/RPR

Advocacy for All are a well-established charity which, for the last 25 years have been enabling individuals to have ‘bigger voices and better lives’.

We are now offering an exciting opportunity to join our busy friendly team of advocates in South/South East London, supporting vulnerable individuals to ensure their voices are heard and their rights are upheld.

The role will start with RPR cases, developing into other areas of advocacy for which training will be provided.

What is an RPR?

As a Relevant Person’s Representative you will have a case load of people to visit on a regular basis to check that they are well looked after and safe from harm.  Checking if they are happy in their place of care and that the carers are following correct processes.  Reports are then submitted to the local council department with your feedback from your visit.

The role is challenging yet rewarding and will require strong communication skills with an empathetic person-centred approach as you will be supporting the relevant person whilst they are deprived of their liberty in a hospital or care home.

Full training for the role and regular supervisions will be provided, Further ahead, there will be potential to extend and expand the job role and develop roles such as an IMCA (Independent Mental Capacity Advocate) or Care Act Advocate, for which funded training and accreditation will be provided. The right candidate will be required to undergo this development training to fulfil the needs of the role and changing legislation.

Main Duties

·         to visit the person on a regular basis to ensure that all discussions and meetings concerning the client are focussed on their needs and aspirations and they are involved in meaningful and appropriate ways

·         communicate in such a way that the individual has a clear understanding as to what is happening to them

·         work with all individuals in a way that promotes dignity and respect

·         maintain accurate database records of all visits

Person Spec

·         you will have experience or understanding of the needs of people receiving care services

·         you will have competent IT skills (use of Microsoft) and able to submit reports electronically and maintain accurate                and timely records

·         you will be a driver as you will be required to travel to see your clients – based from our Sutton/Croydon office

·         you will be willing to travel within the specified areas, including ULEZ zones

·         you will be able to commit up to 37 hours per week

·         you will be empathetic and non-judgemental, with the ability to manage professional boundaries

 What we offer

·         salary of £22010.50 per annum for a 37 hour week

·         development opportunities including funded training, peer supervisions, career development and a range of online                courses

·         contributory pension scheme with employer contribution

·         24/7 Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme

·         28 days annual leave plus bank holidays  

·         free eye care vouchers

·         flexible working 

Hours and Location

·         We are looking for people who can commit up to 37 hours per week (Mon-Fri)

·         The advocate will need to work flexibly in the specified locations as required, based from our Sutton/Croydon office,              mainly covering those areas, but not limited to that area.