People First Bridgend
Independent Professional Advocate
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Company Description
People First Bridgend is a community-based organisation that supports adults with learning disabilities across Bridgend, South Wales. The charity promotes self-advocacy by empowering people to use their own voices and make informed choices about their lives. It also provides independent professional advocacy, where trained advocates work alongside individuals to help them understand information and ensure their views are heard. People First Bridgend is committed to inclusion, respect, and person-centred support, working closely with local services and families to improve outcomes for the people it serves.
Role Description
This is a part-time (24 hours per week), hybrid role based in Bridgend. The Independent Professional Advocate will work directly with adults with learning disabilities to support them in understanding their rights, options, and the information provided by services. Day-to-day responsibilities include:
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- Meeting with individuals
- Attending appointments and reviews
- Helping to prepare and present views
- Ensuring that the person’s wishes are accurately represented in decision-making processes
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The Advocate will build trusting relationships, maintain clear and confidential records, and liaise with health, social care, and community organisations. The role also involves:
- Raising awareness of advocacy
- Promoting self-advocacy skills
- Contributing to service development through feedback and collaboration
Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with adults with learning disabilities, using accessible language and appropriate communication methods.
- Strong listening, empathy, and relationship-building skills, with a commitment to person-centred and rights-based practice.
- Experience working in social care, community services, disability support, or a related field, preferably in an advocacy or support role.
- Organisational and time-management skills, including accurate record-keeping, case management, and the ability to balance multiple priorities.
- Confidence in liaising with professionals across health, social care, and other agencies, and in representing the views and interests of individuals in meetings.
- Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and ethical practice, with the ability to follow relevant policies and procedures.
- Willingness to undertake advocacy-specific training and continuous professional development; a relevant qualification in health and social care, advocacy, or a related area is an advantage.
- Ability to work independently within a supportive team environment and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
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