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Independent Domestic Violence Advocate
Do you want to help make a real difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change and improve the quality of lives of male survivors of domestic abuse?
We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate who is passionate about supporting male victim/survivors of abuse to join our unique specialist housing support project (Ashraya Project) for Male victims of domestic abuse.
If you have resilience, adaptability and can work effectively with a focus on safety and customer service and care, then we want to hear from you!
The role is a hybrid working role based at the London office close to Old Street tube station with travel throughout London as required.
Position
6861 Independent Domestic Violence Advocate - Male Victims
Location
London/hybrid
Hours
Full time, 37.5. Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm (with flexibility dependent on service delivery and client need)
Contract
Fixed Term to 31/03/2027
Salary
- Qualified: Total £32,383.00 per annum - (FTE £29,583.00 per annum plus £2,800.00 per annum London Weighting Allowance)
- Unqualified: Total £30,552.00 per annum - (FTE £27,752.00 per annum plus £2,800.00 per annum London Weighting Allowance)
Closing Date
12/08/2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received.
The Role
As an IDVA you will:-
- Ensure that male survivors’ safety and housing needs are met by supporting survivors to access safe accommodation
- Provide a pro-active, high quality, frontline service to victims of domestic abuse through on-going risk assessment, individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support.
- Work within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and local partnership responses to domestic abuse to keep safety central to all services for victims of domestic abuse
- Promote the service and raising awareness of issues arising, minimising barriers and improving access to support
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About You
You will need:
- Experience of providing support those affected by domestic abuse
- An understanding of the principles of risk assessment, safety planning and risk management for victims of domestic abuse and their children
- Knowledge of safeguarding issues, and the legal responsibilities surrounding these issues.
- A good understanding of Housing Law to be able to provide up to date advice and information on housing related needs
- Strong communication, negotiation and advisory skills, both written and verbal when interacting with a range of agencies and individuals.
- An understanding of commitment to equal opportunities and diversity issues in policy and practice.
- Strong crisis management skills and the ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations.
We particularly welcome applicants who are male, as they are under-represented in the provision of support to domestic abuse victim survivors. You can view the full Job Description and Person Specification once you click to apply.
In Return…
Benefits include:
- Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
- Bonus: £500 bonus paid on successful completion of probationary period (pro-rata for part time roles)
- Generous Annual Leave, plus an extra day off for your birthday.
- Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
- Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments and exclusive discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
- Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance and Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
- Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression and Practice Support: Clinical supervision and group reflective practice
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About The Organisation
This independent charity is dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. They are at the heart of the organisation and the support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.
The organisation is committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. As a Disability Confident Employer, they will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so and are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.
You may have experience in areas such as ISVA, IDVA, ISAC, Violence, Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Criminal Justice, Family Support Worker, Child Support Worker, Social Worker, Case Worker, Liaison.
Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client. #INDNFP
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