Role: IDVA Based: City of London Talbot Court / Remote Rate: £19 - £20ph umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: Temp for 3 months Hours: 35 hours per week 3 days home, 1 day office, 1 day in the community This post is only available to applicants from the LGBTQ+ community as permitted under the Equality Act 2010 as a Genuine Occupational Requirement. Our client, a specialist LGBT+ anti-abuse charity is looking for an IDVA to provide specialist, independent support to LGBT+ survivors of domestic abuse, working with clients at high and medium risk of harm. Synopsis of duties: Hold a caseload of LGBT+ survivors, providing trauma-informed, person-centred advocacy and support. Complete risk/needs assessments, safety planning, and ongoing case management. Advocate on behalf of clients within safeguarding, MARAC, housing, health, criminal justice and other multi-agency settings. Maintain high-quality case recording, data monitoring and reporting using our CRM Salesforce. Essential Requirements Experience supporting survivors of domestic abuse, ideally as an IDVA or equivalent. Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management and multi-agency working. Strong advocacy skills and familiarity with housing, legal and welfare systems. Commitment to inclusive, by and for services and understanding of LGBT+ survivors needs and barriers they may face. SafeLives IDVA qualification desirable but not essential. Enhanced Child and Adult DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service This post is only available to applicants from the LGBTQ+ community as permitted under the Equality Act 2010 as a Genuine Occupational Requirement. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency
Oct 10, 2025
Seasonal
Role: IDVA Based: City of London Talbot Court / Remote Rate: £19 - £20ph umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: Temp for 3 months Hours: 35 hours per week 3 days home, 1 day office, 1 day in the community This post is only available to applicants from the LGBTQ+ community as permitted under the Equality Act 2010 as a Genuine Occupational Requirement. Our client, a specialist LGBT+ anti-abuse charity is looking for an IDVA to provide specialist, independent support to LGBT+ survivors of domestic abuse, working with clients at high and medium risk of harm. Synopsis of duties: Hold a caseload of LGBT+ survivors, providing trauma-informed, person-centred advocacy and support. Complete risk/needs assessments, safety planning, and ongoing case management. Advocate on behalf of clients within safeguarding, MARAC, housing, health, criminal justice and other multi-agency settings. Maintain high-quality case recording, data monitoring and reporting using our CRM Salesforce. Essential Requirements Experience supporting survivors of domestic abuse, ideally as an IDVA or equivalent. Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management and multi-agency working. Strong advocacy skills and familiarity with housing, legal and welfare systems. Commitment to inclusive, by and for services and understanding of LGBT+ survivors needs and barriers they may face. SafeLives IDVA qualification desirable but not essential. Enhanced Child and Adult DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service This post is only available to applicants from the LGBTQ+ community as permitted under the Equality Act 2010 as a Genuine Occupational Requirement. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency
Role: Duty Worker Based: City of London Talbot Court / Remote Rate: £20.00 umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: Temp for 3 months Hours: 35 hours per week Remote This post is only available to applicants from the LGBTQ+ community as permitted under the Equality Act 2010 as a Genuine Occupational Requirement. Our client, a specialist LGBT+ anti-abuse charity, is looking for a temporary Duty Worker to join their team. The Duty Worker will provide crisis intervention and referral management across all specialisms, with a focus on Domestic Abuse and Trans and Non-Binary (TNBI) queues. Synopsis of duties: Triage and manage new referrals coming into the service, ensuring timely allocation to queues/advocates and initial support. Act as the first point of contact for new referrals, providing short-term crisis intervention and initial needs/risk assessments. Provide short-term support to clients with safety planning, information, and advocacy on housing, legal remedies, welfare, and health. Manage a busy triage workload with competing priorities, balancing urgent referrals and crisis work. Ensure effective signposting and referrals to specialist services, including MARAC and Social Care, where required. Essential Requirements Experience in triage, crisis intervention, and supporting survivors of domestic abuse and/or other forms of abuse. Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and safety planning. Proven ability to manage high referral volumes and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced duty function. Commitment to inclusive, by and for services and understanding of LGBT+ survivors' needs and barriers they may face. Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary team. Enhanced DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service This post is only available to applicants from the LGBTQ+ community as permitted under the Equality Act 2010 as a Genuine Occupational Requirement. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency
Oct 10, 2025
Seasonal
Role: Duty Worker Based: City of London Talbot Court / Remote Rate: £20.00 umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: Temp for 3 months Hours: 35 hours per week Remote This post is only available to applicants from the LGBTQ+ community as permitted under the Equality Act 2010 as a Genuine Occupational Requirement. Our client, a specialist LGBT+ anti-abuse charity, is looking for a temporary Duty Worker to join their team. The Duty Worker will provide crisis intervention and referral management across all specialisms, with a focus on Domestic Abuse and Trans and Non-Binary (TNBI) queues. Synopsis of duties: Triage and manage new referrals coming into the service, ensuring timely allocation to queues/advocates and initial support. Act as the first point of contact for new referrals, providing short-term crisis intervention and initial needs/risk assessments. Provide short-term support to clients with safety planning, information, and advocacy on housing, legal remedies, welfare, and health. Manage a busy triage workload with competing priorities, balancing urgent referrals and crisis work. Ensure effective signposting and referrals to specialist services, including MARAC and Social Care, where required. Essential Requirements Experience in triage, crisis intervention, and supporting survivors of domestic abuse and/or other forms of abuse. Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and safety planning. Proven ability to manage high referral volumes and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced duty function. Commitment to inclusive, by and for services and understanding of LGBT+ survivors' needs and barriers they may face. Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary team. Enhanced DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service This post is only available to applicants from the LGBTQ+ community as permitted under the Equality Act 2010 as a Genuine Occupational Requirement. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency
Role: Domestic Abuse Outreach Practitioner Location: Slough (Hybrid 3 days in office/community, 2 from home) Hours: 37 hours per week Hourly Rate: £14 £18 per hour (depending on pay status) Start Date: Within 2 weeks notice Duration: 3-month temporary contract (with strong possibility of extension) Essential: Previous experience working with victims of domestic abuse Our client is a well-established organisation providing specialist support services to individuals experiencing domestic abuse. They are seeking a dedicated Domestic Abuse Outreach Practitioner to join their team and deliver high-quality support to standard to medium risk victims in the community. Key Responsibilities: Provide support to victims of domestic abuse in the community and in their own homes. Manage a caseload of approximately 25 clients, addressing practical and emotional needs including housing, substance misuse, mental health, and those with No Recourse to Public Funds. Conduct risk and needs assessments (including CAADA DASH RIC) and develop tailored safety and support plans. Work collaboratively with key partner agencies including Police, Probation, and Social Services. Advocate on behalf of clients to secure housing and access to services. Signpost and support clients to engage with additional support networks. Requirements: Proven experience supporting victims of domestic abuse within DA services or related fields such as social services or supported housing. Strong experience in key working and case management. Skilled in developing support plans and conducting risk and needs assessments, with a sound understanding of safeguarding. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Flexible and proactive approach to working within a hybrid model. DBS issued within the last 12 months or registered on the update service. Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle. For more information, please call the team and ask to speak to Ellie Supporting Futures Consulting is acting as both an employer and an agency for this role.
Oct 10, 2025
Seasonal
Role: Domestic Abuse Outreach Practitioner Location: Slough (Hybrid 3 days in office/community, 2 from home) Hours: 37 hours per week Hourly Rate: £14 £18 per hour (depending on pay status) Start Date: Within 2 weeks notice Duration: 3-month temporary contract (with strong possibility of extension) Essential: Previous experience working with victims of domestic abuse Our client is a well-established organisation providing specialist support services to individuals experiencing domestic abuse. They are seeking a dedicated Domestic Abuse Outreach Practitioner to join their team and deliver high-quality support to standard to medium risk victims in the community. Key Responsibilities: Provide support to victims of domestic abuse in the community and in their own homes. Manage a caseload of approximately 25 clients, addressing practical and emotional needs including housing, substance misuse, mental health, and those with No Recourse to Public Funds. Conduct risk and needs assessments (including CAADA DASH RIC) and develop tailored safety and support plans. Work collaboratively with key partner agencies including Police, Probation, and Social Services. Advocate on behalf of clients to secure housing and access to services. Signpost and support clients to engage with additional support networks. Requirements: Proven experience supporting victims of domestic abuse within DA services or related fields such as social services or supported housing. Strong experience in key working and case management. Skilled in developing support plans and conducting risk and needs assessments, with a sound understanding of safeguarding. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Flexible and proactive approach to working within a hybrid model. DBS issued within the last 12 months or registered on the update service. Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle. For more information, please call the team and ask to speak to Ellie Supporting Futures Consulting is acting as both an employer and an agency for this role.
Role: Children s Residential Support Worker Based: Leicestershire Rate: £26,000 - £29,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications) Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week on a 3-week rolling rota with one sleep-in per week Our client, one of the UK s leading Children s Charities, is looking to recruit Children s Residential Workers to work across their new Children s Homes in Leicestershire. They are working in partnership with the County Council to increase children s residential provisions across the county and provide high-quality support and care to some of Leicestershire's most vulnerable children. They are recruiting for a number of homes across the county, including Emotional Well Being Assessment, Contextual Safeguarding, Mental Health, Family Assessment, and SEN. Role synopsis below: Supporting children and young people in a 3-bed home in a trauma-responsive way Key working young people with complex needs and behaviours, including those who have experienced Child Sexual Exploitation/ Abuse, Domestic Abuse, and Family/ Placement Breakdown Working collaboratively with a range of partner agencies, services, and professionals (including Social Services, CAMHS, Schools, and the Police) to best safeguard and meet the needs of the young person Enabling young people to gain confidence and resilience and find ways to respond to and manage their self in relation to challenging behaviour Working to establish strong, positive, and consistent relationships and working Creating a warm and homely environment and supporting with general upkeep, cooking, and teaching the young people daily living skills Safeguarding and protecting the young people and demonstrating a good understanding of themes relating to child sexual and criminal exploitation Encouraging and enabling young people to attend education, training, activities, and work, and supporting them to identify, work towards, and achieve their goals They encourage Residential Workers to work in a flexible and adaptable manner and use their own hobbies and interests (i.e. baking, yoga, football, gardening, fixing cars etc) to engage and work creatively with the young people. You will also work to encourage and foster the young person s own interests and hobbies and ultimately help to shape the young person s life. You will be working for a fantastic charity that truly places the children at the heart of their service and values their employees. They offer excellent benefits and training, and development opportunities, and have been a joy to work with in the past. Essential Requirements: Must hold the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, OR be willing to successfully achieve this within the required timeframe Proactive and positive attitude, and a willingness to work flexibly and adapt to the needs of the young person and the service Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience of working/ volunteering with children and young people Flexibility to commit to shift work, including weekends and bank holidays Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection would be highly desirable Supporting Futures Consultancy is an employer and an agency
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Role: Children s Residential Support Worker Based: Leicestershire Rate: £26,000 - £29,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications) Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week on a 3-week rolling rota with one sleep-in per week Our client, one of the UK s leading Children s Charities, is looking to recruit Children s Residential Workers to work across their new Children s Homes in Leicestershire. They are working in partnership with the County Council to increase children s residential provisions across the county and provide high-quality support and care to some of Leicestershire's most vulnerable children. They are recruiting for a number of homes across the county, including Emotional Well Being Assessment, Contextual Safeguarding, Mental Health, Family Assessment, and SEN. Role synopsis below: Supporting children and young people in a 3-bed home in a trauma-responsive way Key working young people with complex needs and behaviours, including those who have experienced Child Sexual Exploitation/ Abuse, Domestic Abuse, and Family/ Placement Breakdown Working collaboratively with a range of partner agencies, services, and professionals (including Social Services, CAMHS, Schools, and the Police) to best safeguard and meet the needs of the young person Enabling young people to gain confidence and resilience and find ways to respond to and manage their self in relation to challenging behaviour Working to establish strong, positive, and consistent relationships and working Creating a warm and homely environment and supporting with general upkeep, cooking, and teaching the young people daily living skills Safeguarding and protecting the young people and demonstrating a good understanding of themes relating to child sexual and criminal exploitation Encouraging and enabling young people to attend education, training, activities, and work, and supporting them to identify, work towards, and achieve their goals They encourage Residential Workers to work in a flexible and adaptable manner and use their own hobbies and interests (i.e. baking, yoga, football, gardening, fixing cars etc) to engage and work creatively with the young people. You will also work to encourage and foster the young person s own interests and hobbies and ultimately help to shape the young person s life. You will be working for a fantastic charity that truly places the children at the heart of their service and values their employees. They offer excellent benefits and training, and development opportunities, and have been a joy to work with in the past. Essential Requirements: Must hold the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, OR be willing to successfully achieve this within the required timeframe Proactive and positive attitude, and a willingness to work flexibly and adapt to the needs of the young person and the service Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience of working/ volunteering with children and young people Flexibility to commit to shift work, including weekends and bank holidays Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection would be highly desirable Supporting Futures Consultancy is an employer and an agency
Role: Service Administrator Based: Coalville Flexibility to travel to 8 residential homes across Coalville, Hinckley, Syston, Mountsorrel, Braunstone, and Market Harborough is essential. Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 9am 5pm Monday to Friday (or part-time 18.125 hours) Salary: £26,751 - £29,185 (pro rata for part-time) Our client is looking for a Service Administrator to join their team to provide high-quality administrative and financial support across their residential homes, helping to ensure the smooth and effective running of services that deliver essential care to some of the most vulnerable children, young people, and families in Leicestershire Synopsis of Duties Manage petty cash reconciliation for at least two homes, raise purchase orders, and process invoices. Produce financial reports for both internal and external stakeholders. Support recruitment administration, including processing DBS applications. Assist with premises and vehicle security, ensuring safety systems are in place and effective. Coordinate calendars and arrange meetings across the service. Maintain accurate filing systems and ensure GDPR compliance. Support or oversee health and safety and fire safety responsibilities as delegated Essential Requirements: Strong experience with Excel, including creating and managing spreadsheets. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Power BI. Confident numeracy and literacy skills to handle calculations and reporting. Experience managing financial systems such as petty cash and budget monitoring. A collaborative team player with excellent organisational skills. Familiarity with Health & Safety processes and compliance documentation. Proven experience in a busy office environment. Ability to manage a varied workload with competing priorities in a proactive and adaptable way. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an agency and an employer
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Role: Service Administrator Based: Coalville Flexibility to travel to 8 residential homes across Coalville, Hinckley, Syston, Mountsorrel, Braunstone, and Market Harborough is essential. Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 9am 5pm Monday to Friday (or part-time 18.125 hours) Salary: £26,751 - £29,185 (pro rata for part-time) Our client is looking for a Service Administrator to join their team to provide high-quality administrative and financial support across their residential homes, helping to ensure the smooth and effective running of services that deliver essential care to some of the most vulnerable children, young people, and families in Leicestershire Synopsis of Duties Manage petty cash reconciliation for at least two homes, raise purchase orders, and process invoices. Produce financial reports for both internal and external stakeholders. Support recruitment administration, including processing DBS applications. Assist with premises and vehicle security, ensuring safety systems are in place and effective. Coordinate calendars and arrange meetings across the service. Maintain accurate filing systems and ensure GDPR compliance. Support or oversee health and safety and fire safety responsibilities as delegated Essential Requirements: Strong experience with Excel, including creating and managing spreadsheets. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Power BI. Confident numeracy and literacy skills to handle calculations and reporting. Experience managing financial systems such as petty cash and budget monitoring. A collaborative team player with excellent organisational skills. Familiarity with Health & Safety processes and compliance documentation. Proven experience in a busy office environment. Ability to manage a varied workload with competing priorities in a proactive and adaptable way. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an agency and an employer
Role: Mental Health Residential CYP Worker Based: Coalville Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week (5 days out of 7) Salary: £26142 - £29463 Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you enjoy working with children & young people and positively impacting their lives? Our client has an exciting opportunity to join their Mental Health Residential Home as a Residential Children & Young People's Worker, on a full-time permanent basis. Synopsis of Duties To build trust and develop nurturing relationships which promote the service user's independence, wellbeing, strengths, and capabilities. To work in partnership and build relationships with parents/carers and other professionals. To contribute to the upkeep of the home, including cooking, cleaning etc. To document information accurately and ensure records are kept up to date. To ensure that safeguarding policies and procedures are adhered to. To promote, monitor, and maintain a safe environment at all times Essential Requirements: Must hold the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare OR be willing to successfully achieve this within the required timeframe. Must be motivated by the opportunity to make a positive difference in young people's lives, creating a safe space and building resilience. Ability to demonstrate a good understanding of safeguarding and protection of vulnerable children & young people. Flexibility to commit to sleep-ins and shift work, including weekends and bank holidays. Relevant experience working with children & young people is desirable, but not essential, with the right attitude and willingness to learn. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an agency and an employer
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Role: Mental Health Residential CYP Worker Based: Coalville Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week (5 days out of 7) Salary: £26142 - £29463 Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you enjoy working with children & young people and positively impacting their lives? Our client has an exciting opportunity to join their Mental Health Residential Home as a Residential Children & Young People's Worker, on a full-time permanent basis. Synopsis of Duties To build trust and develop nurturing relationships which promote the service user's independence, wellbeing, strengths, and capabilities. To work in partnership and build relationships with parents/carers and other professionals. To contribute to the upkeep of the home, including cooking, cleaning etc. To document information accurately and ensure records are kept up to date. To ensure that safeguarding policies and procedures are adhered to. To promote, monitor, and maintain a safe environment at all times Essential Requirements: Must hold the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare OR be willing to successfully achieve this within the required timeframe. Must be motivated by the opportunity to make a positive difference in young people's lives, creating a safe space and building resilience. Ability to demonstrate a good understanding of safeguarding and protection of vulnerable children & young people. Flexibility to commit to sleep-ins and shift work, including weekends and bank holidays. Relevant experience working with children & young people is desirable, but not essential, with the right attitude and willingness to learn. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an agency and an employer
Role: IDVA Cultural Specialist Location: Remote, with one day per month in the Essex office Salary: Approx. £28,000 (awaiting confirmation) Start Date: ASAP Contract: Permanent Hours: 35 per week, remote Our client, a specialist domestic abuse charity, is seeking a Cultural Specialist IDVA to support survivors at high risk of harm from intimate partners, ex-partners, or family members. The role focuses on ensuring their safety and that of their children. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of survivors, providing trauma-informed, person-centred advocacy and support. Conduct risk/needs assessments, safety planning, and case management. Support with protective measures such as Forced Marriage Protection Orders and other civil orders. Assist migrant women with NRPF in accessing legal immigration advice. Guide with MVDAC applications, including form-filling where appropriate. Advocate with statutory agencies (Housing, Social Care, Police). Facilitate access to culturally specific refuge accommodation. Deliver both emotional and practical support. Challenge racism and barriers to accessing services. Maintain accurate records, data monitoring, and reporting via Salesforce CRM. Essential Requirements Experience supporting survivors of domestic abuse (ideally as an IDVA or in a similar role). At least a Level 1 Immigration Officer. Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, and multi-agency working. Strong advocacy skills and familiarity with housing, legal, and welfare systems. SafeLives IDVA qualification desirable (but not essential). Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Role: IDVA Cultural Specialist Location: Remote, with one day per month in the Essex office Salary: Approx. £28,000 (awaiting confirmation) Start Date: ASAP Contract: Permanent Hours: 35 per week, remote Our client, a specialist domestic abuse charity, is seeking a Cultural Specialist IDVA to support survivors at high risk of harm from intimate partners, ex-partners, or family members. The role focuses on ensuring their safety and that of their children. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of survivors, providing trauma-informed, person-centred advocacy and support. Conduct risk/needs assessments, safety planning, and case management. Support with protective measures such as Forced Marriage Protection Orders and other civil orders. Assist migrant women with NRPF in accessing legal immigration advice. Guide with MVDAC applications, including form-filling where appropriate. Advocate with statutory agencies (Housing, Social Care, Police). Facilitate access to culturally specific refuge accommodation. Deliver both emotional and practical support. Challenge racism and barriers to accessing services. Maintain accurate records, data monitoring, and reporting via Salesforce CRM. Essential Requirements Experience supporting survivors of domestic abuse (ideally as an IDVA or in a similar role). At least a Level 1 Immigration Officer. Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, and multi-agency working. Strong advocacy skills and familiarity with housing, legal, and welfare systems. SafeLives IDVA qualification desirable (but not essential). Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
Role: Hate Crime Triage Worker Based: City of London Talbot Court / Remote Rate: £20ph umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3-month temporary post Hours: 35 hours per week Remote / Hybrid working (some London office time if possible) Our client, a specialist LGBT+ anti-abuse charity is looking for a temporary Hate Crime Triage Worker to join their team. The Hate Crime Triage Worker will provide triage calls, one-off interventions, referrals, and signposting to hate crime survivors of all strands (race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and gender identity) at mixed risk of harm (high, medium, and low). Synopsis of duties: Provide trauma-informed, non-judgemental one-off support to victims, including signposting and referrals into advocacy or other partnership advocacy agencies. Make contact with victims in the timeframes set by funders, and complete required administrative tasks on the CRM system, Salesforce. Collect and record monitoring data on all calls, emails, and other enquiries as required. Flag safeguarding concerns and action these as appropriate, with guidance from the Advocacy & Support Manager. Essential Requirements Experience of triage and supporting survivors of abuse and/or crime. Strong understanding of safeguarding vulnerable people in a multi-agency context. Knowledge of the safety and risk issues associated with being a victim or survivor of violence or abuse. Strong understanding of the needs of LGBT+ survivors of abuse (hate crime, domestic abuse, sexual violence, etc.). Strong understanding of the needs of marginalised people facing hate crime (racist hate crime, religiously motivated hate crime, disability hate, homophobic and transphobic hate crime). Strong and demonstrable commitment to inclusive practice when working with people from diverse backgrounds. Ability to work in a fast-paced and target-driven environment. Excellent listening, communication, and email-writing skills. Professional and supportive phone manner. DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service This post is only available to applicants from the LGBTQ+ community as permitted under the Equality Act 2010 as a Genuine Occupational Requirement. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency
Oct 06, 2025
Seasonal
Role: Hate Crime Triage Worker Based: City of London Talbot Court / Remote Rate: £20ph umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3-month temporary post Hours: 35 hours per week Remote / Hybrid working (some London office time if possible) Our client, a specialist LGBT+ anti-abuse charity is looking for a temporary Hate Crime Triage Worker to join their team. The Hate Crime Triage Worker will provide triage calls, one-off interventions, referrals, and signposting to hate crime survivors of all strands (race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and gender identity) at mixed risk of harm (high, medium, and low). Synopsis of duties: Provide trauma-informed, non-judgemental one-off support to victims, including signposting and referrals into advocacy or other partnership advocacy agencies. Make contact with victims in the timeframes set by funders, and complete required administrative tasks on the CRM system, Salesforce. Collect and record monitoring data on all calls, emails, and other enquiries as required. Flag safeguarding concerns and action these as appropriate, with guidance from the Advocacy & Support Manager. Essential Requirements Experience of triage and supporting survivors of abuse and/or crime. Strong understanding of safeguarding vulnerable people in a multi-agency context. Knowledge of the safety and risk issues associated with being a victim or survivor of violence or abuse. Strong understanding of the needs of LGBT+ survivors of abuse (hate crime, domestic abuse, sexual violence, etc.). Strong understanding of the needs of marginalised people facing hate crime (racist hate crime, religiously motivated hate crime, disability hate, homophobic and transphobic hate crime). Strong and demonstrable commitment to inclusive practice when working with people from diverse backgrounds. Ability to work in a fast-paced and target-driven environment. Excellent listening, communication, and email-writing skills. Professional and supportive phone manner. DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service This post is only available to applicants from the LGBTQ+ community as permitted under the Equality Act 2010 as a Genuine Occupational Requirement. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency
Role Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) Location South West England Hours Full-Time and Part Time vacancies available Type 3 months temporary after which the successful candidate would transfer across to a permanent contract Salary per hour Competitive Permanent Salary + Excellent Benefits Are you passionate about supporting survivors of domestic abuse and making a lasting impact in your community? Join a dedicated, specialist charity in the South West as an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) and be part of a team that puts safety, empowerment, and recovery at the heart of everything they do. About the Role Our client is seeking a number of skilled and compassionate IDVAs to provide high-quality, trauma-informed support to people at high risk of domestic abuse. You will work closely with statutory and voluntary partners to improve safety, reduce harm, and help survivors move forward with confidence and independence. This is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity, ideal for someone who is ready to develop their career in the sector. Whether you're an experienced advocate or bringing transferable skills from a related background, you'll be supported every step of the way. Key Responsibilities Responsible for providing advocacy and support to high risk victims of domestic abuse Carry a caseload of high-risk clients, developing robust safety and support plans and ensuring all risk is managed Work in partnership with agencies such as the police, health services, and MARAC Advocate for the rights and needs of survivors, ensuring their voices are heard Maintain accurate records in line with safeguarding and data protection protocols What our client are looking for: Experience supporting victims of domestic violence including Domestic Abuse services, Social Services, Supported Housing, Family Support, Children s Services etc Understanding of risk assessment, safety planning, and safeguarding Strong interpersonal and advocacy skills Ability to work independently and within a multi-agency framework Willingness to undergo IDVA training if not already qualified What our client can offer: Competitive salary and benefits package Excellent training and CPD opportunities including accredited IDVA training (if required), regular reflective supervision, and opportunities for progression within a dynamic and supportive team. Supportive, trauma-informed team culture The chance to make a meaningful difference in people s lives For more information, please call the team on (phone number removed) and ask to speak to Ria or email her your CV at (url removed) Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Role Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) Location South West England Hours Full-Time and Part Time vacancies available Type 3 months temporary after which the successful candidate would transfer across to a permanent contract Salary per hour Competitive Permanent Salary + Excellent Benefits Are you passionate about supporting survivors of domestic abuse and making a lasting impact in your community? Join a dedicated, specialist charity in the South West as an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) and be part of a team that puts safety, empowerment, and recovery at the heart of everything they do. About the Role Our client is seeking a number of skilled and compassionate IDVAs to provide high-quality, trauma-informed support to people at high risk of domestic abuse. You will work closely with statutory and voluntary partners to improve safety, reduce harm, and help survivors move forward with confidence and independence. This is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity, ideal for someone who is ready to develop their career in the sector. Whether you're an experienced advocate or bringing transferable skills from a related background, you'll be supported every step of the way. Key Responsibilities Responsible for providing advocacy and support to high risk victims of domestic abuse Carry a caseload of high-risk clients, developing robust safety and support plans and ensuring all risk is managed Work in partnership with agencies such as the police, health services, and MARAC Advocate for the rights and needs of survivors, ensuring their voices are heard Maintain accurate records in line with safeguarding and data protection protocols What our client are looking for: Experience supporting victims of domestic violence including Domestic Abuse services, Social Services, Supported Housing, Family Support, Children s Services etc Understanding of risk assessment, safety planning, and safeguarding Strong interpersonal and advocacy skills Ability to work independently and within a multi-agency framework Willingness to undergo IDVA training if not already qualified What our client can offer: Competitive salary and benefits package Excellent training and CPD opportunities including accredited IDVA training (if required), regular reflective supervision, and opportunities for progression within a dynamic and supportive team. Supportive, trauma-informed team culture The chance to make a meaningful difference in people s lives For more information, please call the team on (phone number removed) and ask to speak to Ria or email her your CV at (url removed) Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
Role: Community Keyworker Rate: £18 umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: Temp for 3 months Hours: 35 hours per week, training for 2-3 days in Chelmsford, then fully remote Our client, a specialist charity, is looking for a Community Keyworker to join their team. Working with women involved in the Criminal Justice System, those on Probation in the Community, and those women being released from Prison as part of their Post Sentence Supervision Synopsis of duties: Provide an in-reach prison service to women via video call/telephone and face-to-face in the 12 weeks prior to leaving custody to assist in preparing them for release and meeting them at the gate upon release. Conduct an initial holistic assessment of women s needs. Develop and regularly review individual support plans across all 9 pathways of need. Regularly meet with women to provide dedicated emotional and practical support, adopting a trauma-informed, non-judgemental approach to empower women towards an independent, safe, crime-free life in line with the organisations vision and mission. Attend the different probation offices in the region you cover, and integrate with National Probation Service staff and introduce the Minerva services to the client, encouraging referrals to the service and establishing positive relationships. Develop strong professional relationships and networks with local support services and advocate for the woman with external agencies, including at MARAC and IOM panels. Contribute to creating and updating the local Services Directory with details of local organisations, key contacts, and details of services on offer, including eligibility criteria. Ensure that the organisation meets contractual obligations, including the prompt upload of records onto the Ministry of Justice portal alongside swift and accurate record keeping via case management software (MODUS) Consistently review your work, obtain feedback from clients on exit from the service, and use this to inform the development of our services. Be responsible for your own personal learning/development and keep up to date on research, relevant legislation, policy, and practice, and other literature relevant to the role. Participate in supervision, training, and meetings as required and assist in the development of services in line with agreed development plans. Essential Requirements Good knowledge of the criminal justice system and awareness of other support provisions. Experience of working with vulnerable groups. Experience in managing a caseload Experience of recognising and responding to safeguarding concerns Experience of working within a multi-agency and legislative framework. Enhanced Adult and Child DBS on the update service or dated within the last 12 months MUST HAVE EL1 VETTING (PRISON AND POLICE) AND WORKING IN A ROLE THAT REQUIRES VETTING WITHIN THE PAST 6 MONTHS Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency
Oct 06, 2025
Seasonal
Role: Community Keyworker Rate: £18 umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: Temp for 3 months Hours: 35 hours per week, training for 2-3 days in Chelmsford, then fully remote Our client, a specialist charity, is looking for a Community Keyworker to join their team. Working with women involved in the Criminal Justice System, those on Probation in the Community, and those women being released from Prison as part of their Post Sentence Supervision Synopsis of duties: Provide an in-reach prison service to women via video call/telephone and face-to-face in the 12 weeks prior to leaving custody to assist in preparing them for release and meeting them at the gate upon release. Conduct an initial holistic assessment of women s needs. Develop and regularly review individual support plans across all 9 pathways of need. Regularly meet with women to provide dedicated emotional and practical support, adopting a trauma-informed, non-judgemental approach to empower women towards an independent, safe, crime-free life in line with the organisations vision and mission. Attend the different probation offices in the region you cover, and integrate with National Probation Service staff and introduce the Minerva services to the client, encouraging referrals to the service and establishing positive relationships. Develop strong professional relationships and networks with local support services and advocate for the woman with external agencies, including at MARAC and IOM panels. Contribute to creating and updating the local Services Directory with details of local organisations, key contacts, and details of services on offer, including eligibility criteria. Ensure that the organisation meets contractual obligations, including the prompt upload of records onto the Ministry of Justice portal alongside swift and accurate record keeping via case management software (MODUS) Consistently review your work, obtain feedback from clients on exit from the service, and use this to inform the development of our services. Be responsible for your own personal learning/development and keep up to date on research, relevant legislation, policy, and practice, and other literature relevant to the role. Participate in supervision, training, and meetings as required and assist in the development of services in line with agreed development plans. Essential Requirements Good knowledge of the criminal justice system and awareness of other support provisions. Experience of working with vulnerable groups. Experience in managing a caseload Experience of recognising and responding to safeguarding concerns Experience of working within a multi-agency and legislative framework. Enhanced Adult and Child DBS on the update service or dated within the last 12 months MUST HAVE EL1 VETTING (PRISON AND POLICE) AND WORKING IN A ROLE THAT REQUIRES VETTING WITHIN THE PAST 6 MONTHS Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency
Role: Specialist Prison and Probation Advocate Based: 3 days per week Rate: £18 - £19 ph umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: temp for 3 months Hours: 21 hours per week (1 day in HMP Bronzefield and 2 from home) Synopsis of duties: Provide pre-release support for women on remand or unsentenced, focusing on: Accommodation Finance, debt & benefits Family & significant others Social inclusion Develop and maintain a referral pathway with the prison s Offender Management team for women to access the service. Work in partnership with prison-based service providers to ensure coordinated support. Co-design person-centred support and action plans with women, addressing their needs and risks. Deliver through the gate support, ensuring continuity from custody into the community. Provide a mix of casework support, signposting, and advice to women in custody. Build and maintain effective working relationships with Pre-Release teams. Support clients to maintain or access suitable accommodation, finances, benefits, debt support, and family/social networks. Advocate on behalf of women, including negotiating terms with external agencies. Ensure interventions are responsive to diverse and minoritised women s needs. Make referrals to partner organisations for additional post-release support. Contribute to multi-agency working within a challenging environment, demonstrating strong partnership skills. Essential Requirements: Knowledge and experience of the criminal justice system Proven experience as a caseworker, delivering gender-specific and trauma-informed interventions to support the resettlement and rehabilitation of female adults in prison and community settings. Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a prison environment while remaining calm under pressure. Demonstrated ability to manage a caseload, including accurate record-keeping, maintaining focus on action plan goals, and meeting deadlines. Skilled in completing trauma-informed support and action plans collaboratively with women, addressing multiple and complex needs, and enabling engagement with services to achieve positive and timely outcomes. Available immediately Enhanced Level 1 Prison Vetting Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency
Oct 06, 2025
Seasonal
Role: Specialist Prison and Probation Advocate Based: 3 days per week Rate: £18 - £19 ph umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: temp for 3 months Hours: 21 hours per week (1 day in HMP Bronzefield and 2 from home) Synopsis of duties: Provide pre-release support for women on remand or unsentenced, focusing on: Accommodation Finance, debt & benefits Family & significant others Social inclusion Develop and maintain a referral pathway with the prison s Offender Management team for women to access the service. Work in partnership with prison-based service providers to ensure coordinated support. Co-design person-centred support and action plans with women, addressing their needs and risks. Deliver through the gate support, ensuring continuity from custody into the community. Provide a mix of casework support, signposting, and advice to women in custody. Build and maintain effective working relationships with Pre-Release teams. Support clients to maintain or access suitable accommodation, finances, benefits, debt support, and family/social networks. Advocate on behalf of women, including negotiating terms with external agencies. Ensure interventions are responsive to diverse and minoritised women s needs. Make referrals to partner organisations for additional post-release support. Contribute to multi-agency working within a challenging environment, demonstrating strong partnership skills. Essential Requirements: Knowledge and experience of the criminal justice system Proven experience as a caseworker, delivering gender-specific and trauma-informed interventions to support the resettlement and rehabilitation of female adults in prison and community settings. Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a prison environment while remaining calm under pressure. Demonstrated ability to manage a caseload, including accurate record-keeping, maintaining focus on action plan goals, and meeting deadlines. Skilled in completing trauma-informed support and action plans collaboratively with women, addressing multiple and complex needs, and enabling engagement with services to achieve positive and timely outcomes. Available immediately Enhanced Level 1 Prison Vetting Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency
Supporting Futures Consulting Ltd
The Hyde, Bedfordshire
Role: Senior Young Women s Independent Domestic Violence Advocate & Designated Safeguard Lead Based: London NW9 Rate: £30,000 to £32,000 Start Date: ASAP Duration: Fixed Term Contract until November 2026 (extension subject to funding) Hours: 35 hours per week 10am 6pm Hybrid 2 days from home (subject to the needs of the young person) Our client, a specialist youth and survivor-led charity based in Barnet, are recruiting for a Senior Young Women s Independent Domestic Violence Advocate & Designated Safeguard Lead to join their team Synopsis of duties: To engage up to 15 young people in specialist, targeted 1:1 IDVA support to address existing or previous experiences of violence or abuse. This includes relationship building, session coordination, advocacy within required spaces such as education, health and justice, and completing robust safety plans, risk and need assessments as required. It is the responsibility of each IDVA to manage and be accountable for the individual safeguarding of those they are supporting, and it is expected that each IDVA will operate within all outlined guidance and policies set when doing this. As Designated Safeguard Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing and making the final decisions on all escalated safeguarding concerns, including: responses to immediate or imminent harm that exceed the remit or specialisms of individual IDVAs, making recommendations and final decisions of external safeguarding referrals, i.e to MASH or MARAC, if this is required, and supporting with the establishment of Individual Risk Assessments where needed. You will be required to meet weekly with each individual IDVA, for a recommended time of 30 minutes, to discuss any updates to each case, including reviewing outstanding actions, checking the status of Individual Risk Assessments and Safety Plans each IDVA is responsible for establishing, and making decisions on case closures. You will be required to represent the charity as DSL in external conferences, meetings and events, such as VAWG Forums, Safeguarding Children Partnerships and Vulnerable Adolescent Risk Panels, as capacity permits. You will be required to be available, whether in person or via phone, during the time of session delivery in case there is a safeguarding issue to address. This responsibility will be shared with the Deputy Safeguard Lead (DDSL) during periods of absence (annual leave, sickness etc.). You will be requested to give feedback on policies, structures and processes regarding safeguarding in an advisory capacity, though will not hold responsibility for the establishment of such documentation. You will be the first point of contact for all referral agencies into the charity and will be responsible for processing and allocating referrals into the 1:1 programme as and when they are received. Referrals must be processed within 2 working weeks, at the very latest, of receipt. Essential Requirements Qualified or at least 2 years experience as an IDVA or 2 years of similar relevant transferable experience such as social worker, support worker etc. Have an in-depth understanding of GBV, specifically relationship abuse and exploitation Ability to build safe and trusted relationships, centering the needs of young women Have an in-depth knowledge of safeguarding and child protection protocols Ability to advocate, lead and manage young women s cases with integrity; putting their safety and wellbeing first Great people skills, able to support, advise and guide colleagues to ensure best practice throughout the service Efficient and organised, able to independently manage a busy and diverse workload Strong stakeholder and partner relationship building skills, able to represent the charity with confidence and integrity DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency
Oct 03, 2025
Contractor
Role: Senior Young Women s Independent Domestic Violence Advocate & Designated Safeguard Lead Based: London NW9 Rate: £30,000 to £32,000 Start Date: ASAP Duration: Fixed Term Contract until November 2026 (extension subject to funding) Hours: 35 hours per week 10am 6pm Hybrid 2 days from home (subject to the needs of the young person) Our client, a specialist youth and survivor-led charity based in Barnet, are recruiting for a Senior Young Women s Independent Domestic Violence Advocate & Designated Safeguard Lead to join their team Synopsis of duties: To engage up to 15 young people in specialist, targeted 1:1 IDVA support to address existing or previous experiences of violence or abuse. This includes relationship building, session coordination, advocacy within required spaces such as education, health and justice, and completing robust safety plans, risk and need assessments as required. It is the responsibility of each IDVA to manage and be accountable for the individual safeguarding of those they are supporting, and it is expected that each IDVA will operate within all outlined guidance and policies set when doing this. As Designated Safeguard Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing and making the final decisions on all escalated safeguarding concerns, including: responses to immediate or imminent harm that exceed the remit or specialisms of individual IDVAs, making recommendations and final decisions of external safeguarding referrals, i.e to MASH or MARAC, if this is required, and supporting with the establishment of Individual Risk Assessments where needed. You will be required to meet weekly with each individual IDVA, for a recommended time of 30 minutes, to discuss any updates to each case, including reviewing outstanding actions, checking the status of Individual Risk Assessments and Safety Plans each IDVA is responsible for establishing, and making decisions on case closures. You will be required to represent the charity as DSL in external conferences, meetings and events, such as VAWG Forums, Safeguarding Children Partnerships and Vulnerable Adolescent Risk Panels, as capacity permits. You will be required to be available, whether in person or via phone, during the time of session delivery in case there is a safeguarding issue to address. This responsibility will be shared with the Deputy Safeguard Lead (DDSL) during periods of absence (annual leave, sickness etc.). You will be requested to give feedback on policies, structures and processes regarding safeguarding in an advisory capacity, though will not hold responsibility for the establishment of such documentation. You will be the first point of contact for all referral agencies into the charity and will be responsible for processing and allocating referrals into the 1:1 programme as and when they are received. Referrals must be processed within 2 working weeks, at the very latest, of receipt. Essential Requirements Qualified or at least 2 years experience as an IDVA or 2 years of similar relevant transferable experience such as social worker, support worker etc. Have an in-depth understanding of GBV, specifically relationship abuse and exploitation Ability to build safe and trusted relationships, centering the needs of young women Have an in-depth knowledge of safeguarding and child protection protocols Ability to advocate, lead and manage young women s cases with integrity; putting their safety and wellbeing first Great people skills, able to support, advise and guide colleagues to ensure best practice throughout the service Efficient and organised, able to independently manage a busy and diverse workload Strong stakeholder and partner relationship building skills, able to represent the charity with confidence and integrity DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency
Role: Senior Caseworker Based: Camberwell with regular travel across London Rate: £20ph umb (perm salary £30,000) Start Date: ASAP Duration: Temp ongoing (funding until June 2027) Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday - 9am 5pm Our client is looking for a Senior Caseworker to be part of Poverty Services, supporting adults facing barriers to employment, including long-term unemployment, low skills, insecure work, and economic exclusion Synopsis of Duties Working with participants to conduct a comprehensive initial assessment of their employment and wider needs. Co-develop and regularly review an action plans, supporting individuals to carry out actions through one-to-one and group motivational advice and guidance. Leading a team of Peer Advisors and Volunteers to deliver flexible and supportive services to individuals with complex needs, aimed at improving their employability and helping them transition into sustainable employment. Providing day-to-day supervision, support, and guidance to the team, allocating work, and carrying out your own direct work with participants. Organising the promotion of the project, establishing and developing partnerships to create pathways for participants to join the project. Developing excellent relationships with colleagues and local stakeholders and identifying wider local services that can provide support to participants. Utilising recording systems for participants, managing the day-to-day budget and expenses of the project, and providing data and narrative reports for internal and external purposes. Essential Requirements: Substantial experience in working successfully with people who have multiple and complex needs and supporting them into sustainable employment An understanding of current labour market trends and knowledge of employment rights and contract types Demonstrable experience managing a caseload of clients with complex needs. Experience in independently addressing safeguarding issues affecting adults Skilled in conducting thorough risk assessments and identifying the needs of adults at risk of harm or who may be a risk to others Proven ability to work effectively as part of a multi-agency team, particularly with a view to working successfully with referring agencies to support the needs of participants DBS on the update service Available immediately Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
Oct 02, 2025
Contractor
Role: Senior Caseworker Based: Camberwell with regular travel across London Rate: £20ph umb (perm salary £30,000) Start Date: ASAP Duration: Temp ongoing (funding until June 2027) Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday - 9am 5pm Our client is looking for a Senior Caseworker to be part of Poverty Services, supporting adults facing barriers to employment, including long-term unemployment, low skills, insecure work, and economic exclusion Synopsis of Duties Working with participants to conduct a comprehensive initial assessment of their employment and wider needs. Co-develop and regularly review an action plans, supporting individuals to carry out actions through one-to-one and group motivational advice and guidance. Leading a team of Peer Advisors and Volunteers to deliver flexible and supportive services to individuals with complex needs, aimed at improving their employability and helping them transition into sustainable employment. Providing day-to-day supervision, support, and guidance to the team, allocating work, and carrying out your own direct work with participants. Organising the promotion of the project, establishing and developing partnerships to create pathways for participants to join the project. Developing excellent relationships with colleagues and local stakeholders and identifying wider local services that can provide support to participants. Utilising recording systems for participants, managing the day-to-day budget and expenses of the project, and providing data and narrative reports for internal and external purposes. Essential Requirements: Substantial experience in working successfully with people who have multiple and complex needs and supporting them into sustainable employment An understanding of current labour market trends and knowledge of employment rights and contract types Demonstrable experience managing a caseload of clients with complex needs. Experience in independently addressing safeguarding issues affecting adults Skilled in conducting thorough risk assessments and identifying the needs of adults at risk of harm or who may be a risk to others Proven ability to work effectively as part of a multi-agency team, particularly with a view to working successfully with referring agencies to support the needs of participants DBS on the update service Available immediately Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
Role: LGBT+ Independent Hate Crime Advocate Based: City of London Talbot Court /Hybrid Rate: £20ph umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3-month temporary post Hours: 35 hours per week Hybrid working (2 days in London) Our client, a specialist LGBT+ anti-abuse charity is looking for a temporary LGBT+ Independent Hate Crime Advocate to enable LGBT+ people to feel supported, heard and empowered in the face of abuse and violence, and pave the way to a safer future. This post is only available to applicants from the LGBTQ+ community as permitted under the Equality Act 2010 as a Genuine Occupational Requirement. Synopsis of duties: Supporting, advising and advocating for a caseload of LGBT+ people who have faced abuse and/or violence. Ensuring your approach to contact with clients is trauma-informed, empowerment-based and person-centered. Providing information, advice and support to enable clients to make informed choices and meet their individual needs. Assisting victims/survivors in dealing with the diverse impacts of harm and abuse (safety, emotional, social, financial, or practical). Assisting/supporting clients in navigating the criminal/civil justice systems, ensuring they are aware of their rights and options. Providing appropriate referrals/signposting to other agencies including, housing, welfare, counselling and other support services. Maintaining positive working relationships with key agencies and partners, including attending internal/external meetings. Working with agencies to safeguard victims and survivors, keeping them informed of relevant changes to a client s situation Ensuring all client records are maintained and treated in confidence, according to policies and GDPR legislation Keeping accurate records of work undertaken with clients in line with policies and funder agreements Understanding of and commitment to inclusive working with LGBT+ clients from diverse backgrounds Essential Requirements Understanding of the scale, nature and causes of gender-based violence and/or abuse and violence experienced by LGBT+ people Knowledge of LGBT+ experiences, with a clear understanding of the needs of LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence Understanding of safeguarding best practice in a support environment, including both children and adults-at-risk There is an essential requirement under the Sexual Orientation Regulations 2003 that the post holder has experience of LGBT+ needs and the impact of discrimination. Candidates should demonstrate a thorough understanding of LGBT+ people s lives, including awareness of the issues that LGBT+ survivors might face DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service This post is only available to applicants from the LGBTQ+ community as permitted under the Equality Act 2010 as a Genuine Occupational Requirement. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency
Oct 02, 2025
Seasonal
Role: LGBT+ Independent Hate Crime Advocate Based: City of London Talbot Court /Hybrid Rate: £20ph umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3-month temporary post Hours: 35 hours per week Hybrid working (2 days in London) Our client, a specialist LGBT+ anti-abuse charity is looking for a temporary LGBT+ Independent Hate Crime Advocate to enable LGBT+ people to feel supported, heard and empowered in the face of abuse and violence, and pave the way to a safer future. This post is only available to applicants from the LGBTQ+ community as permitted under the Equality Act 2010 as a Genuine Occupational Requirement. Synopsis of duties: Supporting, advising and advocating for a caseload of LGBT+ people who have faced abuse and/or violence. Ensuring your approach to contact with clients is trauma-informed, empowerment-based and person-centered. Providing information, advice and support to enable clients to make informed choices and meet their individual needs. Assisting victims/survivors in dealing with the diverse impacts of harm and abuse (safety, emotional, social, financial, or practical). Assisting/supporting clients in navigating the criminal/civil justice systems, ensuring they are aware of their rights and options. Providing appropriate referrals/signposting to other agencies including, housing, welfare, counselling and other support services. Maintaining positive working relationships with key agencies and partners, including attending internal/external meetings. Working with agencies to safeguard victims and survivors, keeping them informed of relevant changes to a client s situation Ensuring all client records are maintained and treated in confidence, according to policies and GDPR legislation Keeping accurate records of work undertaken with clients in line with policies and funder agreements Understanding of and commitment to inclusive working with LGBT+ clients from diverse backgrounds Essential Requirements Understanding of the scale, nature and causes of gender-based violence and/or abuse and violence experienced by LGBT+ people Knowledge of LGBT+ experiences, with a clear understanding of the needs of LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence Understanding of safeguarding best practice in a support environment, including both children and adults-at-risk There is an essential requirement under the Sexual Orientation Regulations 2003 that the post holder has experience of LGBT+ needs and the impact of discrimination. Candidates should demonstrate a thorough understanding of LGBT+ people s lives, including awareness of the issues that LGBT+ survivors might face DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service This post is only available to applicants from the LGBTQ+ community as permitted under the Equality Act 2010 as a Genuine Occupational Requirement. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency
