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We are looking for a proactive and compassionate Hospital Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to support victims and survivors of domestic abuse within a hospital setting.
The role is based at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital along with some working from the Victim Support office in Old Street and some home working.
What we offer
At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes:
- Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
- Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
- Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
- Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
- Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
- Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
- Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
- Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.
About the Role
As an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate you will provide pro-active, high quality, frontline service to victims of domestic abuse through on-going risk assessment, providing individual safety planning, trauma-informed support, guidance, information, and advocacy and enabling victim/survivors to access the services they need in the aftermath of the abuse and trauma they have experienced.
You may work within a Hospital Trust's Safeguarding Team to support both patients and staff in an Acute Hospital setting, who have experienced Domestic Abuse. You will make initial contact with victims of domestic abuse, explaining our services and assessing the impact of crime, or receive referrals from colleagues, in order to provide on-going support and case management.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess risks and needs using evidence-based checklists.
- Focus on high-risk cases with short to medium-term crisis intervention.
- Assist high-risk victims in accessing safety services.
- Deliver tailored support and information.
- Understand legal frameworks for protecting children and vulnerable adults.
- Provide advocacy on legal, housing, health, and financial options.
- Empower clients to recognize domestic abuse dynamics.
- Participate in Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC).
- Work with a team to deliver respectful, dignified, and sensitive services.
- Maintain accurate and confidential case records.
- Comply with data protection laws and organizational policies.
- Stay updated with procedures, policies, and professional codes.
About You
Ideally, you will have knowledge about legal remedies for domestic abuse victims and have experience working with drug, alcohol, and mental health issues. An understanding of benefits, housing, and homelessness would also be beneficial.
You will need:
- Strong understanding of domestic abuse and its impact.
- Demonstrate proficiency in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Experience in statutory, voluntary, or multi-agency settings.
- Competency in risk and needs assessment frameworks.
- Understanding of safeguarding issues.
- Direct service delivery experience to victims or vulnerable people.
- Ability to manage complex caseloads and prioritize work.
- Strong crisis management skills.
- Effective communication, negotiation, and advisory skills.
- Commitment to equal opportunities and diversity.
About Us
Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.
How to apply
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible
About us
Our purpose is simple, to save lives at sea. At the heart of the RNLI are thousands of volunteers. Their passion, talent and kindness have supported saving lives for over 200 years. Recognising the incredible contributions of our volunteers, supporters, and staff is vitally important to us - their commitment is what makes saving lives possible.
Some of the benefits:
- Salary of £35,853 - £42,181 (dependent on experience)
- 26 days’ annual leave, plus Bank Holidays
- Competitive pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Heath cash plan option
About the role
Recognising the huge contribution that volunteers make to the organisation is something we are immensely passionate about. To help us do this, we are looking for a talented Recognition Adviser to join the Volunteering Development and Inclusion team. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape our approach to volunteer recognition both now and for the future.
In this role, you will lead a small team of one member of staff and our Recognition Volunteers to deliver our existing awards and events programme.
You will also coordinate a review of current ways of working whilst exploring new ways of recognising volunteers.
This is a hybrid role with 3 days per week required in Poole.
About you
To be our Recognition Adviser, you will need to be a motivated volunteering professional who:
- Has experience of developing recognition initiatives.
- Is able to demonstrate how they have implemented recognition initiatives effectively within a large volunteer led organisation.
- Can use your first-class communication and stakeholder management skills to influence and engage a varied audience.
- Is able to drive forward change to ensure the volunteer experience for recognition is seamless
- Is passionate about making a difference.
For further information and to apply, please visit our website.
Closing date: 17 May 2026.
First interview: 22 May 2026 (remote via Teams).
Second interview 28 May 2026 (in person in Poole).
Safeguarding
The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).
Diversity at the RNLI
Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join RSVP’s well‑established ISVA Team. We are seeking a compassionate and motivated professional to provide specialist support to adults impacted by sexual violence.
This 24‑hour‑per‑week role, worked across three set days (Monday and Friday 9am–5pm, and Thursday 11am–7pm), offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who have reported, or are considering reporting, their experiences to the police.
As an Independent Sexual Violence Advocate (ISVA), you will provide practical guidance, emotional support and clear, empowering information to help adults understand their rights, options and choices. You will walk alongside survivors as they navigate their next steps — offering consistent support whether or not they choose to engage with the criminal justice process.
Our mission is to support people in Birmingham and Solihull to thrive and enjoy a future of hope and confidence after sexual violence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
Join Disability Law Service and help empower Deaf and Disabled people to access justice. Support our vital work by delivering specialist welfare benefits advice and training to help Deaf and Disabled people secure the support they're entitled to.
About Disability Law Service
Disability Law Service (DLS) is a Deaf and Disabled Peoples Organisation providing free legal advice and representation to Deaf and Disabled people across England and Wales. We work to promote equality, inclusion, and access to justice through high-quality legal advice, welfare benefits support, and systems change work. Our work is grounded in the social model of disability and is focused on tackling discrimination and structural barriers faced by Deaf and Disabled people.
Purpose of the role
To provide specialist welfare benefits advice and training to Deaf and Disabled people and organisations, supporting access to entitlements and improved outcomes.
Overview
You will deliver welfare benefits advice via our helpline and outreach work, alongside providing training to voluntary and community organisations. You will also contribute to service development and collaborative team working within our Social Welfare Law team.
Key responsibilities
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Provide welfare benefits advice via a dedicated helpline
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Support clients to understand entitlements and next steps
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Deliver welfare benefits training to external organisations
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Maintain accurate case records and reporting systems
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Contribute to service development and digital advice delivery
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Work collaboratively within the team
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of welfare benefits law and policy
What we offer
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Opportunities to develop expertise in welfare benefits and financial resilience, and contribute to a varied and dynamic workload
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A supportive and inclusive working environment within a committed and experienced team
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A varied role where your work directly supports access to justice for Deaf and Disabled people.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
We welcome applications from everyone and are particularly keen to support Deaf and Disabled people to join and develop within our organisation. We are a flexible employer committed to creating an inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive.
To apply
To apply, please upload your CV and a supporting cover letter (up to 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role via CharityJob. Please make sure you have read the job description and person specification fully before applying for the role.
Our mission is to provide free legal advice to Deaf and Disabled people to ensure that they have access to their rights and justice.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Team: Branch Support Unit
Location:Chelwood Gate, East Sussex (Hybrid working)
Work pattern: 33 hours per week, Monday to Friday (very occasional weekend working may be required)
Salary: Up to £26,828.94 per annum
Contract: Fixed-term contract until the end of December 2026
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Branch Support Unit Advisor:
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Deliver proactive operational and administrative support to Volunteer Teams, Centres, and regional Operations staff, managing communications, enquiries, and departmental processes
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Coordinate and support volunteer engagement activities, including recruitment drives, events, and with charity policies, while facilitating cat relocations and centre visits
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Lead on organising meetings and events, sourcing cost-effective venues, managing logistics, and supporting project implementation across regional teams
About the Branch Support Unit team:
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We sit within the Central Operations team
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Our day-to-day work includes; maintaining branch information on the database; arranging events lottery licenses, PetPlan, cat relocations, NCC visits and processing Annual Returns; supporting Operations staff with projects and collating and dispatching mail outs to Volunteer Teams and centres
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We currently have a team of 8 AND ONE TEAM LEADER
What we’re looking for in our Branch Support Unit Advisor:
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Administration experience preferably within an office environment
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A customer service background with experience interacting with members of the public
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Proven ability to multi-task and work on own initiative, accurately and under pressur
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A confident communicator, particularly using the telephone
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Strong Microsoft Office knowledge including Word and Excel
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A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred
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Able to travel away from home with some overnights
What we can offer you:
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range of health benefits
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26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
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Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
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and much more, which you can learn about
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Application closing date: 21st May 2026
Virtual interview date: 4th & 5th June 2026
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable.You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview & Task via Microsoft Teams
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Please emailif you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
Can you deliver customer-centric welfare benefit advice and income maximisation?
We have an opportunity for a Welfare Benefits Advisor to join our Customer Income Team in Bristol.
This is a hybrid working role with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office
The Role
As a Welfare Benefits Advisor, you'll provide our customers with budgeting and welfare benefit advice.
This will include completing Income and Expenditure statements, giving budgeting advice, benefit & grant applications, and signposting for additional support.
You'll be working with both internal and external partners including Housing Benefit, Department of Works and Pensions and independent money, debt or legal advice services
To be successful in this role you'll need:
- An up-to-date working knowledge of the benefits system
- Experience of supporting customers to complete statements and applications
- The ability to work with internal and external partners to achieve the best outcome for the customer
- Experience of supporting vulnerable customers with kindness and empathy
- Effective decision-making skills, a diplomatic and confidential approach and the ability to prioritise a busy workload.
You'll need to travel in this role, so having a car and full driving licence is essential.
About us
Refugee and Migrant Justice (RMJ) is one of the UK’s largest charities providing immigration and asylum advice, dedicated to supporting refugees, asylum seekers, and vulnerable migrants to access justice and rebuild their lives.
As an IAA Level 3 accredited organisation, we represent clients at every stage of the immigration and asylum process, including appeals up to the Upper Tribunal of the Immigration and Asylum Chamber. Our work also extends beyond legal advice: we support individuals facing destitution to access housing, financial assistance, and other essential services to which they are entitled.
At RMJ, we are not only committed to delivering high-quality legal support—we are also working to change the system. Our team actively campaigns for a fairer and more humane immigration system. This means our caseworkers have opportunities to contribute to strategic litigation, policy engagement, and wider advocacy work that drives meaningful change.
We are proud to have recently been recognised as a Great Place to Work, reflecting our commitment to building a positive, inclusive, and supportive workplace where our staff can thrive while making a real difference.
We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic individuals, and those who are migrants or refugees, and who have lived experience of the impact of UK immigration policy and/or of rough sleeping. This includes individuals with direct experience or experience gained through supporting family members with the challenges posed by immigration and asylum practices- those who have been or could have been clients of RMJ.
We guarantee an interview to refugees, stateless people and others with lived experience of forced migration, as long as they meet at least 50% of the essential criteria.
If you are passionate about justice, human rights, and supporting some of the most vulnerable people in society, we would love to hear from you.
Role overview
The purpose of the role is to assist some of the most vulnerable people in our society with immigration legal advice and representation. The focus of the legal work is on non-legal aid funded matters, representing people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and otherwise have no access to legal advice, to regularise their immigration status in the UK.
We are only considering applicants with relevant legal experience. Qualifications needed are IAA, IAAS or Solicitor with 1 year+ immigration experience.
Key Responsibilities
Case management
- Manage own caseload, working to advance the best interests of the client
- Adhere to standards set out by IAA/SRA
- Provide advice and representation up to IAA level 2/3
- Engage with the Line Manager to create and follow a training plan to ensure compliance with IAA CPD, keeping up to date with changes in law, policy and guidance to ensure clients receive accurate and high-quality advice
- Liaise directly with the UKVI and related governmental agencies
- Complete forms, letters and immigration applications
- Liaise with and refer clients to Legal Aid Solicitors or other advisers, as appropriate
- Manage clients’ expectations by discussing deadlines, outcomes and timing
- Deliver legal advice outreach surgeries/drop in as and when required
- Progress cases in a timely manner in line with regulatory requirements
- Implement organisational priorities into day-to-day casework.For further information and application process, please refer to the job description.
For further information and application process, please refer to the job pack.
Refugee and Migrant Justice works to; support people in crisis, improve access to justice and dismantle barriers that stand in peoples' way.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for an experienced and connected Policy and Public Affairs Adviser to lead the development of this function within the organisation. Reporting Directly to the CEO you will engage with teams and partners to design both an on-going influencing strategy and the future shape of this work in coming years.
Key Responsibilities:
· Undertake internal opportunities review to identify key work strands.
· Undertake external opportunities review to identify both short term and long-term areas for influence.
· Develop long term policy and influencing strategy in conjunction with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
· Review and recommend future staffing structure and reporting lines as part of the above.
· Act as lead for existing activity in this area including attending meetings with MPs, Peers and civil servant, working with internal teams to provide accurate briefing information and supporting other appropriate spokespeople across the organisation.
· Identify and Lead on the formulation of appropriate evidence-based policy positions and responses.
· Work with staff and our growing Public and Patient Network (PPN) to ensure those with lived experience have a meaningful voice in the above activity.
Key requirements:
Required:
- Experience of developing and delivering campaigns that include influencing and engaging with policy makers, MPs, Peers and other relevant stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of the legislative process in England (Scotland and Wales desirable).
- Ability to quickly develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrable ability of analysis of information that can be communicated to a variety of audiences.
- Experience of developing policy positions and briefings, along with responding to consultations.
- Ability to effectively manage competing interests and views to achieve the aims of the organisation.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Depending on location, this role will require regular travel to the Leeds Office and Westminster.
Desirable:
- Experience of working in a charity.
Personal Attributes:
- Strategic thinker
- Passionate about our cause and mission.
- Organised and reliable with a collaborative mindset.
- Open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement.
What We Offer:
- The opportunity to contribute to a respected national charity.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Professional development and learning opportunities.
- Flexible or hybrid working options (where applicable).
- Generous holiday allowance and staff benefits package.
If you are interested in the opportunity, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining how you meet the person specification by Friday 22nd May 2026. Interviews to take place in our central Leeds Office on 2nd or 3rd June 2026.
We won't stop until there are no more deaths from heart diseases.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Money & Energy Adviser
FTE salary: £28,000 FTE
Pro rata salary: £18400 (23 hour week)
Home-based, with travel as required
23 hours per week
Fixed term maternity cover till 31 Dec 26 (subject to external funding)
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced welfare benefits advisor with a passion for sharing knowledge and supporting vulnerable people.
This post is providing maternity cover until 31 December 2026 – or until the early return of the substantive postholder.
With around 4 in 10 beneficiaries, we support seeking help with financial difficulties, this is a pivotal role for Kidney Care UK.
You will be working remotely providing income maximisation and energy advice and support for kidney patients in the UK, supporting them to achieve better financial security. Working closely with Patient Support & Advocacy Officers, provide informed and compassionate support to provide excellent outcomes for our beneficiaries.
Our external partners – British Gas Energy Trust have committed to fund our Money and Energy Service until March 2027. We anticipate confirmation by December 2026 whether funding will be extended beyond March 2027.
This role is made possible thanks to the support of British Gas Energy Trust.
About Kidney Care UK
Around 3.5 million people in the UK live with chronic kidney disease, and one million of them don’t know that they do.
Since 1975, Kidney Care UK has been at the forefront of supporting people with kidney disease. From our early days when we campaigned to introduce donor cards in the UK, we have worked hard to support and represent the interests of everyone affected by kidney disease.
About the Money & Energy Advice Service
The Money & Energy Advice Service (MEAS) provides information and support for welfare benefits and income maximisation and promotes awareness of efficient energy use. Working closely with Patient Support officers, MEAS provides specialist knowledge and directly supports clients to achieve sustainable financial outcomes. The service was established in 2023 with the support of British Gas Energy Trust and is embedded as a valued element of the many ways Kidney Care UK supports people affected by kidney failure.
What we offer
Working at Kidney Care UK is incredibly rewarding and you will see the life-changing impact that the charity has on kidney patients and their families:
• Flexi-time – we are flexible about start and finish times, and flexible about your location.
• Annual and Christmas leave – we offer 25 days annual leave for full time employees plus bank holidays. We also close for three days between Christmas and New Year, and you don’t need to take this from your annual leave allowance.
• Pension – you’ll be eligible for and auto-enrolled into a pension scheme where your employer will contribute 8% of your salary.
• Health cashback plan – ability to claim back a wide variety of routine medical treatments.
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to a wide variety of support including counselling, health resources and advice.
• Cycle2Work scheme
We are the UK's leading kidney patient support charity



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Regional Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)
Location: Sandwell, Walsall, Dudley (location to be confirmed)
Position available: 1 full-time position (37.5 hours)
Salary: £25,282.44 - £28,861.62 (dependent upon qualifications and experience)
Closing date: 04 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?
We are looking for a qualified/unqualified IDVA (training may be provided for the right candidate) to join our dynamic team.
We are looking for someone with experience of supporting victims/survivors of domestic abuse, managing a caseload and understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults. The post holder will have a good understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and how this can affect victims.
The Role:
Our Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVA) provide a high quality frontline domestic abuse support service to those at high risk of harm. As an IDVA, you will support victims of domestic abuse to assess level of risk, inform victims of their options and develop tailored safety plans to protect the victim and their children. You will work within a multi-agency framework to advocate for the victim, including responding and reporting to Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC) on behalf of the victim.
The role also supports the empowerment of victims/survivors, assisting them to recognise the dynamics of domestic abuse present in their own situation through one to one support and group work, to help them regain control of their lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) – Male Victims Only
Position available: 1 full-time position (37.5 hours), available to male and female applicants
Salary: £25,282.44 - £28,861.62 (dependent upon qualifications and experience)
Closing date: 04 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?
We are looking for a qualified/unqualified IDVA (training may be provided for the right candidate) to join our dynamic team.
We are looking for someone with experience of supporting victims/survivors of domestic abuse, managing a caseload and understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults. The post holder will have a good understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and how this can affect victims.
This is a challenging role that requires empathy, compassion, excellent interpersonal and caseload management skills, a client-centred approach and proactive crisis intervention.
The Role:
Our Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVA) provide a high-quality frontline domestic abuse support service to those at high risk of harm. IDVAs support victims of domestic abuse to assess level of risk, inform victims of their options and develop tailored safety plans to protect the victim and their children. They work within a multi-agency framework to advocate for the victim, including responding to and reporting to Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC) on behalf of the victim.
The role supports the empowerment of victims/survivors, assisting them to recognise the dynamics of domestic abuse present in their own situation through one-to-one support and group work, to help them regain control of their lives.
If you are self-driven, compassionate and hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Information, Advice and Guidance Advisor
Position available: 1 full-time position (37.5 hours, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm), based at Head Office, Sandwell
Salary: £24,784.50 - £25,492.36 (dependent on experience)
Closing date: 28 May 2026
All interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams
Is this you?
We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our dynamic fast-paced front door service. We are looking for someone with will be involved in the everyday duties to support victims/survivors of violence, alongside assisting colleagues within the organisation and liaising with external professionals. This individual must be empathetic, understand motivational interviewing and have the knowledge about safeguarding around abuse.
The Role:
This position will be responsible for delivering an effective trauma informed approach of first contact, care and support to clients who are victims/survivors of abuse provide. The postholder will provide high quality information, advice and guidance to victims of domestic abuse offering Tier 1 support. This includes an understanding of the current/historic situation, risk assessment, victim impact and decisions on next steps. The IAG will support in general tasks of referral taking from all referral avenues and offer an initial representation for BCWA should they wish to go on to a caseworker for interventions. The team will work within set targets for response and victims’ outcomes.
This is a challenging role that requires a timely response to all stakeholders, excellent interpersonal skills, IT confident and efficient and organised administration. It is from this first contact that the relationship with BCWA begins.
If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor to join the team in Rochdale, working 37.5 hours a week.
Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it?
Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care?
If yes, then we'd love to hear from you…
What we offer
At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes:
- Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
- Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
- Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
- Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
- Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
- Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
- Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
- Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.
About the role
This role is office based in Rochdale Police Station and the ideal candidate will be based 3 days per week with Victim Support and a couple of days with external agencies who deliver direct support to children.
As an IDVA you will:
- provide pro-active, high quality, frontline service to victims of domestic violence & abuse through on-going risk assessment, individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support.
- work within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and local partnership responses to domestic abuse to keep safety central to all services for victims of domestic abuse.
- work with survivors to ensure they have on-going support to manage their safety
Key tasks will include:
- Identify & assess risks and needs of domestic abuse victims using an evidence-based risk checklist.
- Focus on & prioritise high risk cases providing a pro-active, short to medium term crisis intervention service, through individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support.
- Working with high risk victims of domestic abuse assisting them in accessing services to keep them and their family safe.
- Developing individual safety plans to meet client's needs as identified in the needs and risk assessment.
- Providing advocacy, emotional and practical support and information to victims including exploration of legal and civil options, housing, health and finance and support clients through the criminal justice system.
- Empowering clients to recognise the features and dynamics of domestic abuse present in their situation.
- Providing long-term support to victims of domestic violence & abuse, who's ex partners are attending the Drive perpetrator programme.
You will need
- A good understanding of domestic abuse & its impact.
- To understand risk assessment, safety planning & risk management for victims of domestic abuse
- Knowledge of Safeguarding & legal responsibilities relating to this.
- Theoretical, practical & procedural knowledge of civil and criminal justice remedies for victims of domestic abuse.
- Experience of direct service delivery to victims of domestic abuse or other vulnerable people.
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details
About Us
Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.
How to apply
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
This is an exciting opportunity to join Citizens Advice Woking as part of a specialist partnership with i-access, Surrey’s drug and alcohol support service. As a Generalist Adviser, you will work directly with individuals in recovery, helping them navigate some of the most challenging issues they face - including welfare benefits, debt, and housing.
Working across a mix of in-person, remote, and outreach settings, you will provide tailored, practical advice that helps people overcome immediate crises and build longer-term stability. You’ll take time to understand each client’s situation in depth, explore their options, and where needed, actively support them - whether that’s completing applications, negotiating with third parties, or advocating on their behalf.
This role is about more than advice - it’s about empowering people at a critical point in their lives. You’ll work closely with i-access staff to ensure a joined-up approach, while also being part of the wider Citizens Advice Woking team, connecting clients to additional support where needed.
We’re looking for someone who is confident managing a varied and sometimes demanding caseload, with strong listening skills, sound judgement, and the ability to turn complex information into clear, practical guidance. Experience in advice work is essential, and knowledge of welfare benefits, debt, or housing would be a strong advantage.
In return, you’ll be part of a supportive and purpose-driven organisation, with opportunities for ongoing development and the chance to make a meaningful, day-to-day difference in people’s lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
For more than 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity has proudly supported Service leavers, veterans, and their families in building successful civilian careers.
We provide veterans with life-long, life-changing support, jobs, and training opportunities, regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service, or reason for leaving.
Brief role description:
The CST Client Advisor will play a pivotal role in assisting clients transitioning from military to civilian life by providing tracking, referral, and job matching services.
Working closely with the Central Support Team (CST), the CST Client Advisor will offer advice and guidance to both clients and employers, utilising the Meganexus CRM and the CTP internet platform.
Who we are looking for:
We are looking for a proactive individual with experience in advising and supporting individuals in need and empathy and understanding of the challenges ex-forces personnel face when transitioning into civilian employment.
You will be confident and outgoing, able to work independently, but also communicate effectively and collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders and will have strong interpersonal and influencing skills, enabling you to interact effectively with others and contribute to a diverse and dedicated team.
You will also need to be highly organised and proficient with IT systems, such as the Microsoft Suite and CRM platforms.
Interested? Want to know more about the Charity? Check out our Website
Eager to know more the role? Have a look at the Job Description attached below.
What’s in it for you? Check out our Benefits attached below.
Have we convinced you to apply? If so, submit your CV and Covering Letter by closing date, Friday, 22 May 2026.
Got questions about the role? Get in touch with the People Team.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; therefore, we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made The People Team aware before applying.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop, and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.
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We provide life-changing support, jobs and training opportunities to Service leavers, veterans, reservists and their spouses, partners and Children


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


