Your new company You will be joining a well-established, values-led organisation providing specialist support services to individuals affected by domestic abuse. With a strong presence across the Black Country, the organisation delivers trauma-informed, person-centred support to empower survivors, promote safety, and help rebuild lives.Working within a collaborative, multi-agency environment, the organisation is committed to safeguarding equality and delivering high-quality services to vulnerable individuals and families. Your new role As an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA), you will deliver high-quality frontline support to individuals identified as high risk of harm. You will manage a caseload of clients, providing crisis intervention, advocacy, and tailored safety planning to reduce risk and improve outcomes for survivors and their families. You will work closely with key partners including housing, police, and social care, attending multi-agency meetings such as MARAC to represent clients and ensure coordinated support.Your role will involve a mixture of telephone, face-to-face, and outreach work, supporting individuals to understand their options around housing, legal remedies, and welfare while empowering them to regain independence and control.This is a challenging but highly rewarding role requiring resilience, empathy, and a proactive, client-centred approach. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will need: Experience working with vulnerable adults and/or children, ideally within domestic abuse or a related field Strong knowledge of risk assessment, safety planning, and safeguarding practices Ability to manage complex casework and respond effectively to crisis situations Experience working within a multi-agency framework and advocating on behalf of clients Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport A proactive, organised approach with strong caseload management skills An IDVA qualification or relevant experience in domestic abuse services would be highly advantageous.Due to the nature of the role, there is an occupational requirement for the post holder to be female under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive: A competitive salary within the range of 25,000 - 28,800 depending on experience 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to increase entitlement Mileage allowance and flexible working considerations Access to clinical supervision and employee assistance programmes Ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career progression Pension contributions and wellbeing initiatives including dedicated wellbeing days. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive organisation and make a genuine difference to the lives of individuals affected by domestic abuse. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Your new company You will be joining a well-established, values-led organisation providing specialist support services to individuals affected by domestic abuse. With a strong presence across the Black Country, the organisation delivers trauma-informed, person-centred support to empower survivors, promote safety, and help rebuild lives.Working within a collaborative, multi-agency environment, the organisation is committed to safeguarding equality and delivering high-quality services to vulnerable individuals and families. Your new role As an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA), you will deliver high-quality frontline support to individuals identified as high risk of harm. You will manage a caseload of clients, providing crisis intervention, advocacy, and tailored safety planning to reduce risk and improve outcomes for survivors and their families. You will work closely with key partners including housing, police, and social care, attending multi-agency meetings such as MARAC to represent clients and ensure coordinated support.Your role will involve a mixture of telephone, face-to-face, and outreach work, supporting individuals to understand their options around housing, legal remedies, and welfare while empowering them to regain independence and control.This is a challenging but highly rewarding role requiring resilience, empathy, and a proactive, client-centred approach. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will need: Experience working with vulnerable adults and/or children, ideally within domestic abuse or a related field Strong knowledge of risk assessment, safety planning, and safeguarding practices Ability to manage complex casework and respond effectively to crisis situations Experience working within a multi-agency framework and advocating on behalf of clients Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport A proactive, organised approach with strong caseload management skills An IDVA qualification or relevant experience in domestic abuse services would be highly advantageous.Due to the nature of the role, there is an occupational requirement for the post holder to be female under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive: A competitive salary within the range of 25,000 - 28,800 depending on experience 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to increase entitlement Mileage allowance and flexible working considerations Access to clinical supervision and employee assistance programmes Ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career progression Pension contributions and wellbeing initiatives including dedicated wellbeing days. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive organisation and make a genuine difference to the lives of individuals affected by domestic abuse. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) About the Role We are seeking a compassionate, proactive, and skilled Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to join our dedicated team. You will play a vital role in supporting survivors of domestic abuse, providing specialist advocacy, safety planning, and practical support to help them move forward safely and independently. Key Responsibilities Provide a high-quality, frontline service to victims of domestic abuse at high risk of harm. Carry out comprehensive risk assessments and develop tailored safety and support plans. Work closely with clients to empower them, helping them navigate the criminal justice system, housing, welfare, and other relevant services. Advocate on behalf of clients with key agencies including police, social services, health professionals, and courts. Attend and contribute to Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC). Maintain accurate, confidential case records in line with data protection policies. Raise awareness of domestic abuse and the IDVA service through training and outreach as required. About You Experience working with individuals affected by domestic abuse, particularly in a risk-led, advocacy-based role. A sound understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and the impact it has on victims and their families. Knowledge of relevant legislation including the Domestic Abuse Act 2021, safeguarding procedures, and legal remedies available to survivors. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with clients empathetically and work collaboratively with partner agencies. The ability to manage a busy caseload, work under pressure, and maintain professional boundaries. A relevant qualification such as SafeLives IDVA training (or willingness to complete it). Experience of working within a multi-agency framework. To Apply: Please click apply with a CV or contact Oliver Jefferson on (url removed) or call (phone number removed)
Jun 09, 2026
Contractor
Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) About the Role We are seeking a compassionate, proactive, and skilled Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to join our dedicated team. You will play a vital role in supporting survivors of domestic abuse, providing specialist advocacy, safety planning, and practical support to help them move forward safely and independently. Key Responsibilities Provide a high-quality, frontline service to victims of domestic abuse at high risk of harm. Carry out comprehensive risk assessments and develop tailored safety and support plans. Work closely with clients to empower them, helping them navigate the criminal justice system, housing, welfare, and other relevant services. Advocate on behalf of clients with key agencies including police, social services, health professionals, and courts. Attend and contribute to Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC). Maintain accurate, confidential case records in line with data protection policies. Raise awareness of domestic abuse and the IDVA service through training and outreach as required. About You Experience working with individuals affected by domestic abuse, particularly in a risk-led, advocacy-based role. A sound understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and the impact it has on victims and their families. Knowledge of relevant legislation including the Domestic Abuse Act 2021, safeguarding procedures, and legal remedies available to survivors. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with clients empathetically and work collaboratively with partner agencies. The ability to manage a busy caseload, work under pressure, and maintain professional boundaries. A relevant qualification such as SafeLives IDVA training (or willingness to complete it). Experience of working within a multi-agency framework. To Apply: Please click apply with a CV or contact Oliver Jefferson on (url removed) or call (phone number removed)
Hours per Week: Full-time 36 hours Nature of Employment: Fixed-term Contract until 2 nd August 2027 DBS Required: Enhanced About us at Hounslow We'd love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be. We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we've built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London's most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential. We are stepping up for our residents like never before. About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock. All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in "Harness the Mix". It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer. We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias. As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. There's space for you to tell us what you need within our application form. Our Benefits If you join us, you'll have access to a range of employee benefits. Read more about these here. About The Role This is an exciting opportunity to part of the Violence Against Women and Girls Team as an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor. Our dedicated team works to improve the safety, wellbeing and outcomes for residents affected by domestic abuse and violence against women and girls. We are looking for a committed, proactive and compassionate professional to help deliver an effective multi-agency response to individuals assessed as being at high risk of harm. This vital role includes supporting victims and survivors of domestic abuse, to ensure they receive practical and emotional support to increase their safety and independence. About The Team You'll Be Working In As an Independence Domestic Violence Advisor, you will be joining the councils Violence Against Women and Girls Team. This team is focused on ending harm perpetrated through domestic abuse. Our goal is to both prevent abuse and offer support services that address the needs of survivors and their children. The Violence Against Women and Girls Team sits within the Safer Communities service, which is responsible for providing life-saving frontline services, co-ordinating work across different disciplines, strengthening partnership and collaborative work, implementing innovative projects, and ensuring Hounslow Council fulfils its statutory duties to make Hounslow safer for everyone. The Violence Against Women and Girls Team is made up of Independent Domestic Violence Advisors, Sexual Violence Prevention Worker, Modern Day Slavery and Trafficking Advocate, Domestic Abuse Practice Lead, Domestic Abuse Early Help Co-ordinator and MARAC Co-ordinator. The service has been formally recognised by the Domestic Abuse Commissioner and highlighted as best practice in the Home Office Domestic Abuse Act statutory guidance. You will receive the full support from an experienced line manager and can expect a variety of development and training opportunities. You will also have access to external clinical supervision. If you are passionate about ending domestic and sexual abuse, believe in prevention, intervention and safeguarding, this could be a great opportunity for you to help keep Hounslow residents safe About You Are you a compassionate, motivated and highly organised individual with a strong commitment to safeguarding adults and children affected by domestic and sexual abuse? You will: You have excellent knowledge of current legislation both criminal and civil relating to domestic abuse including data protection and confidentiality You have a thorough understanding of the impact of domestic abuse on adults and children, including how to use legislation and best practice to safeguard them. You have proven experience of managing a complex workload i.e. those affected by mental ill health and substance misuse, when working with victims and their children affected by domestic abuse. You have substantial experience of working with a broad range of diversity issues including barriers to accessing services. You will have a proven working experience of delivering a support service and support groups for adults affected by domestic abuse. If the points below resonate with you, we'd love you to put in an application: Essential for The Role: Enhanced DBS Don't meet every single requirement? We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can't tick every box. At Hounslow, we realise the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist. So, if you can do most of what we're looking for, go ahead and apply. You may be just the right candidate for the job or be perfect for one of our other roles! When Interviews Will Be Held And Who To Contact The key information you need about the role should be in the role profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact: Email: Telephone: Interviews for this job will be held during week commencing 22nd June 2026. Closing Date: 17 th June 2026.
Jun 06, 2026
Full time
Hours per Week: Full-time 36 hours Nature of Employment: Fixed-term Contract until 2 nd August 2027 DBS Required: Enhanced About us at Hounslow We'd love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be. We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we've built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London's most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential. We are stepping up for our residents like never before. About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock. All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in "Harness the Mix". It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer. We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias. As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates. There's space for you to tell us what you need within our application form. Our Benefits If you join us, you'll have access to a range of employee benefits. Read more about these here. About The Role This is an exciting opportunity to part of the Violence Against Women and Girls Team as an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor. Our dedicated team works to improve the safety, wellbeing and outcomes for residents affected by domestic abuse and violence against women and girls. We are looking for a committed, proactive and compassionate professional to help deliver an effective multi-agency response to individuals assessed as being at high risk of harm. This vital role includes supporting victims and survivors of domestic abuse, to ensure they receive practical and emotional support to increase their safety and independence. About The Team You'll Be Working In As an Independence Domestic Violence Advisor, you will be joining the councils Violence Against Women and Girls Team. This team is focused on ending harm perpetrated through domestic abuse. Our goal is to both prevent abuse and offer support services that address the needs of survivors and their children. The Violence Against Women and Girls Team sits within the Safer Communities service, which is responsible for providing life-saving frontline services, co-ordinating work across different disciplines, strengthening partnership and collaborative work, implementing innovative projects, and ensuring Hounslow Council fulfils its statutory duties to make Hounslow safer for everyone. The Violence Against Women and Girls Team is made up of Independent Domestic Violence Advisors, Sexual Violence Prevention Worker, Modern Day Slavery and Trafficking Advocate, Domestic Abuse Practice Lead, Domestic Abuse Early Help Co-ordinator and MARAC Co-ordinator. The service has been formally recognised by the Domestic Abuse Commissioner and highlighted as best practice in the Home Office Domestic Abuse Act statutory guidance. You will receive the full support from an experienced line manager and can expect a variety of development and training opportunities. You will also have access to external clinical supervision. If you are passionate about ending domestic and sexual abuse, believe in prevention, intervention and safeguarding, this could be a great opportunity for you to help keep Hounslow residents safe About You Are you a compassionate, motivated and highly organised individual with a strong commitment to safeguarding adults and children affected by domestic and sexual abuse? You will: You have excellent knowledge of current legislation both criminal and civil relating to domestic abuse including data protection and confidentiality You have a thorough understanding of the impact of domestic abuse on adults and children, including how to use legislation and best practice to safeguard them. You have proven experience of managing a complex workload i.e. those affected by mental ill health and substance misuse, when working with victims and their children affected by domestic abuse. You have substantial experience of working with a broad range of diversity issues including barriers to accessing services. You will have a proven working experience of delivering a support service and support groups for adults affected by domestic abuse. If the points below resonate with you, we'd love you to put in an application: Essential for The Role: Enhanced DBS Don't meet every single requirement? We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can't tick every box. At Hounslow, we realise the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist. So, if you can do most of what we're looking for, go ahead and apply. You may be just the right candidate for the job or be perfect for one of our other roles! When Interviews Will Be Held And Who To Contact The key information you need about the role should be in the role profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact: Email: Telephone: Interviews for this job will be held during week commencing 22nd June 2026. Closing Date: 17 th June 2026.
DRIVE - IDVA Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) Location: FCWA Offices, 77 Montague Street, Blackpool, FY4 1AT Salary: £26,500 (FTE unqualified) £21,200 based on 30 hours £28,500 (FTE qualified or after 2 years of service) £22,800 based on 30 hours Hours: 30 hours per week- Over 4 days (Monday Friday: 9:00am 5:00 pm) Days negotiable Vacancy Type: 12 Months- continuation is subject to funding FCWA is an innovative, exciting, and friendly organisation run by a staff team who are passionate about bringing an end to domestic and sexual violence. Our work is holistic and empowering, working alongside survivors to achieve independent lives free from abuse. The DRIVE IDVA Role and Key Responsibilities The Independent Domestic Abuse Advocate (IDVA) plays a critical safeguarding role within the Drive Project, providing specialist, survivor-centred advocacy, safety planning and risk management for victims and survivors linked to Drive cases. The role ensures that survivors voices, safety, and well-being remain central to system decision-making throughout the Drive intervention. The role is positioned to work with victims/survivors of domestic abuse; providing specialist support to victims of high-risk, serial, or high-harm domestic abuse perpetrators who are managed by the Drive Project. DRIVE IDVA s provide ongoing recovery support to clients for up to 12 months. The role requires the successful candidate to; Proactively engage with victim/survivors to build bespoke safety plans, including security measures to increase their immediate and long-term safety. Act as the crucial link between the perpetrator s case manager and the victim/survivor to provide current updates and inform disruptive interventions (e.g., police action, bail conditions). Conduct regular risk assessments to monitor changes in the perpetrator's behaviour and reduce the risk of harm to the victim/survivor and any children. Represent the victim/survivors needs in multi-agency meetings (such as MARAC and DAPP), ensuring a coordinated approach between police, social services, housing, and health. Serve as the main contact point for victim/survivors to provide consistent support, information and advocacy throughout the intervention process. Support victim/survivors through the legal, criminal or civil justice systems. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and clearance. Person Specification Essential Criteria Thorough understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on victims, children, and families. Knowledge of risk assessment, safety planning, and risk management within domestic abuse services. Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities relating to children and vulnerable adults. Experience of providing direct support to victims of domestic abuse or other vulnerable groups. Experience working within multi-agency partnerships and legislative frameworks. Experience using SafeLives DASH risk assessment tools. Ability to manage a complex caseload and prioritise competing demands effectively. Strong crisis management and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication, advocacy, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and electronic case management systems. Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and survivor-centred practice. Desirable Criteria IDVA qualification or willingness to work towards accreditation. Knowledge of civil and criminal justice remedies available to victims of domestic abuse. Experience working with individuals affected by mental health issues, substance misuse, or multiple disadvantage. Knowledge of housing, homelessness, welfare benefits, and CAFCASS processes. Understanding of Respect Standards and perpetrator intervention programmes. Benefits: Birthday day off Employee Assistance Programme Regular staff support sessions Contributory pension scheme Death in Service insurance Ongoing training and professional development Friendly, values-driven team environment Additional Information: This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure and clearance. Please note that we reserve the right to withdraw or close this vacancy at any time. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Fylde Coast Womens Aid, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Closing date: 22nd June 2026 Interviews: TBC
Jun 04, 2026
Full time
DRIVE - IDVA Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) Location: FCWA Offices, 77 Montague Street, Blackpool, FY4 1AT Salary: £26,500 (FTE unqualified) £21,200 based on 30 hours £28,500 (FTE qualified or after 2 years of service) £22,800 based on 30 hours Hours: 30 hours per week- Over 4 days (Monday Friday: 9:00am 5:00 pm) Days negotiable Vacancy Type: 12 Months- continuation is subject to funding FCWA is an innovative, exciting, and friendly organisation run by a staff team who are passionate about bringing an end to domestic and sexual violence. Our work is holistic and empowering, working alongside survivors to achieve independent lives free from abuse. The DRIVE IDVA Role and Key Responsibilities The Independent Domestic Abuse Advocate (IDVA) plays a critical safeguarding role within the Drive Project, providing specialist, survivor-centred advocacy, safety planning and risk management for victims and survivors linked to Drive cases. The role ensures that survivors voices, safety, and well-being remain central to system decision-making throughout the Drive intervention. The role is positioned to work with victims/survivors of domestic abuse; providing specialist support to victims of high-risk, serial, or high-harm domestic abuse perpetrators who are managed by the Drive Project. DRIVE IDVA s provide ongoing recovery support to clients for up to 12 months. The role requires the successful candidate to; Proactively engage with victim/survivors to build bespoke safety plans, including security measures to increase their immediate and long-term safety. Act as the crucial link between the perpetrator s case manager and the victim/survivor to provide current updates and inform disruptive interventions (e.g., police action, bail conditions). Conduct regular risk assessments to monitor changes in the perpetrator's behaviour and reduce the risk of harm to the victim/survivor and any children. Represent the victim/survivors needs in multi-agency meetings (such as MARAC and DAPP), ensuring a coordinated approach between police, social services, housing, and health. Serve as the main contact point for victim/survivors to provide consistent support, information and advocacy throughout the intervention process. Support victim/survivors through the legal, criminal or civil justice systems. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and clearance. Person Specification Essential Criteria Thorough understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on victims, children, and families. Knowledge of risk assessment, safety planning, and risk management within domestic abuse services. Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities relating to children and vulnerable adults. Experience of providing direct support to victims of domestic abuse or other vulnerable groups. Experience working within multi-agency partnerships and legislative frameworks. Experience using SafeLives DASH risk assessment tools. Ability to manage a complex caseload and prioritise competing demands effectively. Strong crisis management and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication, advocacy, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and electronic case management systems. Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and survivor-centred practice. Desirable Criteria IDVA qualification or willingness to work towards accreditation. Knowledge of civil and criminal justice remedies available to victims of domestic abuse. Experience working with individuals affected by mental health issues, substance misuse, or multiple disadvantage. Knowledge of housing, homelessness, welfare benefits, and CAFCASS processes. Understanding of Respect Standards and perpetrator intervention programmes. Benefits: Birthday day off Employee Assistance Programme Regular staff support sessions Contributory pension scheme Death in Service insurance Ongoing training and professional development Friendly, values-driven team environment Additional Information: This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure and clearance. Please note that we reserve the right to withdraw or close this vacancy at any time. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Fylde Coast Womens Aid, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Closing date: 22nd June 2026 Interviews: TBC
Supporting Futures Consulting Ltd
City, Birmingham
Role: Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) Location: Sandwell, Walsall or Dudley ( location to be confirmation) Contract: Permanent Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 (dependent on experience) Hours: Monday - Friday 9am-5pm ( 37.5 hours) A specialist support organisation is seeking an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to provide frontline support and advocacy to high-risk victims and survivors of domestic abuse. The successful candidate will deliver crisis intervention, safety planning, and multi-agency support to help victims and their children remain safe and empowered. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of high-risk domestic abuse cases Complete risk and needs assessments and develop safety plans Provide one-to-one support, advocacy, and crisis intervention Support clients through criminal and civil court processes Work closely with safeguarding teams, MARAC, and partner agencies Prepare reports and attend multi-agency meetings Facilitate support sessions and awareness work where required Maintain accurate and confidential case records Requirements IDVA qualification and/or experience within domestic abuse services Experience supporting vulnerable adults and children Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and trauma-informed practice Excellent communication, advocacy, and caseload management skills Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle Enhanced DBS check required Please note: Due to the nature of the role, this post is open to female applicants only under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency. If this sounds of interest, please call Ellie on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed)
Jun 04, 2026
Full time
Role: Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) Location: Sandwell, Walsall or Dudley ( location to be confirmation) Contract: Permanent Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 (dependent on experience) Hours: Monday - Friday 9am-5pm ( 37.5 hours) A specialist support organisation is seeking an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to provide frontline support and advocacy to high-risk victims and survivors of domestic abuse. The successful candidate will deliver crisis intervention, safety planning, and multi-agency support to help victims and their children remain safe and empowered. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of high-risk domestic abuse cases Complete risk and needs assessments and develop safety plans Provide one-to-one support, advocacy, and crisis intervention Support clients through criminal and civil court processes Work closely with safeguarding teams, MARAC, and partner agencies Prepare reports and attend multi-agency meetings Facilitate support sessions and awareness work where required Maintain accurate and confidential case records Requirements IDVA qualification and/or experience within domestic abuse services Experience supporting vulnerable adults and children Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and trauma-informed practice Excellent communication, advocacy, and caseload management skills Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle Enhanced DBS check required Please note: Due to the nature of the role, this post is open to female applicants only under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency. If this sounds of interest, please call Ellie on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed)
Job Title : Pathfinder Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) Position available: 1 full-time position (37.5 hours) based across the Black Country Salary: £25,282.44 - £28,861.62 (dependent upon qualifications and experience) Closing date: 24 June 2026 BCWA reserve the right to close this advert before the closing date All interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you? This is a challenging role that requires empathy, compassion, excellent interpersonal and caseload management skills, and confidence working with partner agencies and advocating for clients. The Role: Pathfinder IDVAs will be the main point of contact and support for victim/survivors and their children in the Family Court process, ensuring that they are well-informed and prepared for proceedings, and that they are well-supported throughout. Pathfinder IDVAs will provide detailed reports for the court to ensure that the impact of domestic abuse on the family as a whole and on the children in particular is fully appreciated and understood. Pathfinder IDVAs will be the subject matter experts for the Court in relation to domestic abuse, and will offer advice and training to court officers and staff to promote the better understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse within the Court setting. The Pathfinder IDVAs will work with people from Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley areas whose cases are being heard in Wolverhampton or Telford Family Court. If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you.
Jun 03, 2026
Full time
Job Title : Pathfinder Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) Position available: 1 full-time position (37.5 hours) based across the Black Country Salary: £25,282.44 - £28,861.62 (dependent upon qualifications and experience) Closing date: 24 June 2026 BCWA reserve the right to close this advert before the closing date All interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you? This is a challenging role that requires empathy, compassion, excellent interpersonal and caseload management skills, and confidence working with partner agencies and advocating for clients. The Role: Pathfinder IDVAs will be the main point of contact and support for victim/survivors and their children in the Family Court process, ensuring that they are well-informed and prepared for proceedings, and that they are well-supported throughout. Pathfinder IDVAs will provide detailed reports for the court to ensure that the impact of domestic abuse on the family as a whole and on the children in particular is fully appreciated and understood. Pathfinder IDVAs will be the subject matter experts for the Court in relation to domestic abuse, and will offer advice and training to court officers and staff to promote the better understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse within the Court setting. The Pathfinder IDVAs will work with people from Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley areas whose cases are being heard in Wolverhampton or Telford Family Court. If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you.
Pdap has been delivering services to victims of domestic abuse for 50 years through our emergency accommodation and community outreach services. We are a values-led organisation, and we believe that everyone has a right to live a life free from fear and abuse. We offer safe, effective and high-quality support to all those experiencing domestic abuse. Our flexible, inclusive and responsive services are shaped by our clients, with a focus on ensuring safety and supporting their path to recovery. The Accommodation Manager post will play a key role in the delivery of our mission and offers an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to be part of the continuing growth and development of our safe accommodation services. Head of Operations Role Profile Role: Accommodation Manager Term: Permanent Salary: 38 - 40k Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer Responsible for: Accommodation Team Leader/Housekeeper & Maintenance officer Pension: 6% employer contribution Health: Cash Plan Health Scheme and Health & Wellbeing Assistance Programme Hours: 37.5 hours per week Annual Leave: 30 days (inclusive of birthday) plus 8 bank holidays Pdap has been delivering services to victims of domestic abuse for 50 years through our emergency accommodation and community outreach services. We are a values-led organisation, and we believe that everyone has a right to live a life free from fear and abuse. We offer safe, effective and high-quality support to all those experiencing domestic abuse. Our flexible, inclusive and responsive services are shaped by our clients, with a focus on ensuring safety and supporting their path to recovery. The Accommodation Manager post will play a key role in the delivery of our mission and offers an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to be part of the continuing growth and development of our safe accommodation services. Key aspects of the role • To ensure the effective management of Pdap safe accommodation services. We currently have 3 refuge sites across Kirklees and a combined bed space of 23, with plans for further expansion in 2027. • To provide regular line management and development opportunities to your team and ensure they are adequately supported on a day-to-day basis. 2 • To be responsible for accommodation contract compliance and maintain effective relationships with our partners and commissioners in Kirklees. • Develop and maintain excellent links with our accommodation landlords ensuring they are kept up to date with any concerns, areas for development and opportunities for growth at each site. • To ensure our buildings and support services meet all legal regulations (e.g. Health & Safety/ HMO licencing conditions & Safeguarding). • Lead on the implementation and compliance of our Leading Lights accreditation within our accommodation team. • To work with the CEO to contribute to Pdap Strategic Planning, including opportunities for further development and expansion of our safe accommodation services. • To educate and inform the public and other professionals; raising awareness, increasing understanding of domestic abuse and improving the multi-agency response in Kirklees. • To ensure Pdap values are central to delivery of all services including that our homes are fit for purpose as welcoming places for our families to live. • To ensure that the views of those with lived experience of domestic abuse are at the core of the work Pdap carries out and that they inform and shape the development of new services Oversight of high quality service delivery • To develop and implement policies and procedures relating to the accommodation service ensuring they are kept up to date and in line with current legislation. • Embed accreditation requirements throughout service management and delivery. • Monitor and evaluate the service, producing accurate data reports as and when required for commissioners, CEO and the Board of Trustees. • Support the accommodation team in providing a safe, secure and welcoming environment for victims of domestic abuse. • To ensure that our commitment to inclusion, equity and diversity is embedded across all aspects of employment and service delivery. • To ensure our accommodation services are delivered and adequately resourced in line with the DA Act and the LA Statutory Duty requirements, identifying any gaps in delivery and working with the CEO and commissioners to address these. • Take part in the out of hours (back up) on call management rota. Supporting our Staff • To lead on the recruitment, induction and deployment of accommodation staff, volunteers and student placements ensuring effective cover across all sites. • To provide regular supervision, support and development opportunities to the accommodation team leader, maintenance officer and housekeeper. • Oversee training and development opportunities for accommodation staff, empowering them to develop their skills and knowledge whilst being managed with a fair and consistent approach. • Act as Safeguarding Lead for Accommodation services. • Promote and foster good working relationships between all Pdap staffing teams. Working with our Partners • To represent the values of Pdap in all our external partnership working. • To represent Pdap at a strategic level including attendance at and chairing meetings, attending advisory groups and influencing how stakeholders respond to domestic abuse. • To develop and maintain good positive working relationships and referral pathways with relevant agencies and professionals. 3 • To liaise with universities and external tutors in relation to student placements. • Foster positive relationships with our commissioners, landlords and funders. Finance & Administration • To oversee and deliver agreed budgets relating to the accommodation service. • To assist the Finance Director with setting annual budgets. • To be responsible for the effective operation of accommodation services, ensuring that all resources, assets and monies are always properly accounted for. Promoting equity, diversity & inclusion • Regularly review service level accessibility data and update the EDI action plan with actions to address these. • Actively and appropriately challenge all forms of discrimination. • Proactively promote equity, diversity and inclusion in all work with clients, ensuring fair access to services for all. Other • Flexible working hours according to the needs of the project. • Evening and weekend work may sometimes be required. • Annual leave and time off in lieu to be taken at times to meet the requirements of the organisation, and with the prior agreement of the COO. • The role will predominantly be based across our accommodation sites or at our main office. • As our sites are across Kirklees, use of a car is desirable • Please note this post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. Person Specification Skills & Experience Essential/Desirable Experience of managing a HMO or similar supported housing service Essential Significant experience in a line management role Essential Ability to identify areas of development for staff and support them to improve their practice Essential Experience working in Domestic abuse or aligned sector such as substance misuse, housing, mental health, social care etc Essential Experience of working in the third sector Desirable Ability to work independently and within a team, to plan and manage a complex workload, meet deadlines, problem-solve and respond to unplanned demands Essential Ability to analyse data to identify gaps, and actions and write high quality reports and action plans Essential 4 Proven track record translating strategy into operational delivery Essential Be able to demonstrate excellent literacy and IT skills, including case management systems, Word, Outlook and Excel. Essential Experience & confidence delivering presentations/ training and talks to a wide range of audiences Essential Ability to build and maintain strong partnership relationships with landlords, contract managers and commissioners Essential Able to demonstrate strong professional boundaries and maintain confidentiality Essential Knowledge Essential/Desirable Sound understanding of domestic abuse and VAWG Essential Knowledge of charity governance and financial management Desirable Understanding of the full range of housing management responsibilities including preventing rent arrears, supporting safe and planned transitions to permanent housing, health and safety, and the housing, legal and welfare rights of those experiencing domestic violence Essential Understanding of commissioning requirements and contract compliance Essential Understanding of housing legislation in relation to the delivery of supported housing and HMOs Essential Excellent understanding of quality assurance including Leading Lights or equivalent accreditation Desirable Commitment to working in partnership and building strong relationships with stakeholders Essential Excellent understanding of and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion Essential
Jun 03, 2026
Full time
Pdap has been delivering services to victims of domestic abuse for 50 years through our emergency accommodation and community outreach services. We are a values-led organisation, and we believe that everyone has a right to live a life free from fear and abuse. We offer safe, effective and high-quality support to all those experiencing domestic abuse. Our flexible, inclusive and responsive services are shaped by our clients, with a focus on ensuring safety and supporting their path to recovery. The Accommodation Manager post will play a key role in the delivery of our mission and offers an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to be part of the continuing growth and development of our safe accommodation services. Head of Operations Role Profile Role: Accommodation Manager Term: Permanent Salary: 38 - 40k Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer Responsible for: Accommodation Team Leader/Housekeeper & Maintenance officer Pension: 6% employer contribution Health: Cash Plan Health Scheme and Health & Wellbeing Assistance Programme Hours: 37.5 hours per week Annual Leave: 30 days (inclusive of birthday) plus 8 bank holidays Pdap has been delivering services to victims of domestic abuse for 50 years through our emergency accommodation and community outreach services. We are a values-led organisation, and we believe that everyone has a right to live a life free from fear and abuse. We offer safe, effective and high-quality support to all those experiencing domestic abuse. Our flexible, inclusive and responsive services are shaped by our clients, with a focus on ensuring safety and supporting their path to recovery. The Accommodation Manager post will play a key role in the delivery of our mission and offers an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to be part of the continuing growth and development of our safe accommodation services. Key aspects of the role • To ensure the effective management of Pdap safe accommodation services. We currently have 3 refuge sites across Kirklees and a combined bed space of 23, with plans for further expansion in 2027. • To provide regular line management and development opportunities to your team and ensure they are adequately supported on a day-to-day basis. 2 • To be responsible for accommodation contract compliance and maintain effective relationships with our partners and commissioners in Kirklees. • Develop and maintain excellent links with our accommodation landlords ensuring they are kept up to date with any concerns, areas for development and opportunities for growth at each site. • To ensure our buildings and support services meet all legal regulations (e.g. Health & Safety/ HMO licencing conditions & Safeguarding). • Lead on the implementation and compliance of our Leading Lights accreditation within our accommodation team. • To work with the CEO to contribute to Pdap Strategic Planning, including opportunities for further development and expansion of our safe accommodation services. • To educate and inform the public and other professionals; raising awareness, increasing understanding of domestic abuse and improving the multi-agency response in Kirklees. • To ensure Pdap values are central to delivery of all services including that our homes are fit for purpose as welcoming places for our families to live. • To ensure that the views of those with lived experience of domestic abuse are at the core of the work Pdap carries out and that they inform and shape the development of new services Oversight of high quality service delivery • To develop and implement policies and procedures relating to the accommodation service ensuring they are kept up to date and in line with current legislation. • Embed accreditation requirements throughout service management and delivery. • Monitor and evaluate the service, producing accurate data reports as and when required for commissioners, CEO and the Board of Trustees. • Support the accommodation team in providing a safe, secure and welcoming environment for victims of domestic abuse. • To ensure that our commitment to inclusion, equity and diversity is embedded across all aspects of employment and service delivery. • To ensure our accommodation services are delivered and adequately resourced in line with the DA Act and the LA Statutory Duty requirements, identifying any gaps in delivery and working with the CEO and commissioners to address these. • Take part in the out of hours (back up) on call management rota. Supporting our Staff • To lead on the recruitment, induction and deployment of accommodation staff, volunteers and student placements ensuring effective cover across all sites. • To provide regular supervision, support and development opportunities to the accommodation team leader, maintenance officer and housekeeper. • Oversee training and development opportunities for accommodation staff, empowering them to develop their skills and knowledge whilst being managed with a fair and consistent approach. • Act as Safeguarding Lead for Accommodation services. • Promote and foster good working relationships between all Pdap staffing teams. Working with our Partners • To represent the values of Pdap in all our external partnership working. • To represent Pdap at a strategic level including attendance at and chairing meetings, attending advisory groups and influencing how stakeholders respond to domestic abuse. • To develop and maintain good positive working relationships and referral pathways with relevant agencies and professionals. 3 • To liaise with universities and external tutors in relation to student placements. • Foster positive relationships with our commissioners, landlords and funders. Finance & Administration • To oversee and deliver agreed budgets relating to the accommodation service. • To assist the Finance Director with setting annual budgets. • To be responsible for the effective operation of accommodation services, ensuring that all resources, assets and monies are always properly accounted for. Promoting equity, diversity & inclusion • Regularly review service level accessibility data and update the EDI action plan with actions to address these. • Actively and appropriately challenge all forms of discrimination. • Proactively promote equity, diversity and inclusion in all work with clients, ensuring fair access to services for all. Other • Flexible working hours according to the needs of the project. • Evening and weekend work may sometimes be required. • Annual leave and time off in lieu to be taken at times to meet the requirements of the organisation, and with the prior agreement of the COO. • The role will predominantly be based across our accommodation sites or at our main office. • As our sites are across Kirklees, use of a car is desirable • Please note this post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. Person Specification Skills & Experience Essential/Desirable Experience of managing a HMO or similar supported housing service Essential Significant experience in a line management role Essential Ability to identify areas of development for staff and support them to improve their practice Essential Experience working in Domestic abuse or aligned sector such as substance misuse, housing, mental health, social care etc Essential Experience of working in the third sector Desirable Ability to work independently and within a team, to plan and manage a complex workload, meet deadlines, problem-solve and respond to unplanned demands Essential Ability to analyse data to identify gaps, and actions and write high quality reports and action plans Essential 4 Proven track record translating strategy into operational delivery Essential Be able to demonstrate excellent literacy and IT skills, including case management systems, Word, Outlook and Excel. Essential Experience & confidence delivering presentations/ training and talks to a wide range of audiences Essential Ability to build and maintain strong partnership relationships with landlords, contract managers and commissioners Essential Able to demonstrate strong professional boundaries and maintain confidentiality Essential Knowledge Essential/Desirable Sound understanding of domestic abuse and VAWG Essential Knowledge of charity governance and financial management Desirable Understanding of the full range of housing management responsibilities including preventing rent arrears, supporting safe and planned transitions to permanent housing, health and safety, and the housing, legal and welfare rights of those experiencing domestic violence Essential Understanding of commissioning requirements and contract compliance Essential Understanding of housing legislation in relation to the delivery of supported housing and HMOs Essential Excellent understanding of quality assurance including Leading Lights or equivalent accreditation Desirable Commitment to working in partnership and building strong relationships with stakeholders Essential Excellent understanding of and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion Essential
