Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Adult ISVA (Independent Sexual Violence Advisor)
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ISVA Role at The Saint Mary's Centre
The Saint Mary's Centre are looking to recruit an experienced and/or qualified ISVA to cover 12 months maternity leave.
Role Responsibilities
- Provide trauma-informed advocacy support to adult clients with diverse needs, within the context of an independent and non-judgmental service.
- Assess and identify the risk and support needs of adult ISVA clients, by undertaking and reviewing comprehensive assessments of need, ensuring accessibility, engagement and tailoring to the needs of the client.
- Provide support and advocacy to adults who are engaging or who are considering engaging with the criminal justice system, advising of options, signposting and supporting to liaise and engage with appropriate agencies and services.
- Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to ensure the best outcome and support for the client.
- Create, implement, co-ordinate and review support plans in collaboration with the client.
- Provide information, advice and guidance to adult ISVA clients, signposting and making appropriate external referrals where appropriate.
- Offer impartial advice, information and support to adult ISVA clients who are considering reporting their experience to criminal justice agencies and advocating for them to make their own choices.
- Support adult ISVA clients who have reported their experience and who are engaged with the criminal justice system, advising the client of procedures, processes and their roles and rights within the system, adhering to the Victims Code.
- Keep accurate, timely and appropriate records, including activity data collection.
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About Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT)
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
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You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Evie McCulloch
- Job title: ISVA Team Lead
- Email address: evie.mcculloch@mft.nhs.uk
- Telephone number: 0161 276 6515
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