Victim Support is looking for an Independent Victims Advocate to be based in our Accrington office to cover a period of maternity leave which is currently anticipated to last until October 2022.

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

The main purpose of the role is to provide personal and structured support to victims of crime, which include victims of serious crime, persistently targeted victims, vulnerable and intimidated victims as per the MOJ Victims Code of Practice; to develop and enhance relationships with key statutory and non-statutory partner agencies, especially within the hub setting working together in support of enhanced entitlement victims of crime and to manage the work of volunteers in providing appropriate support to victims of crime, retaining overall responsibility for the case management.

To be successful in this role, you will have understanding and knowledge of the requirement for confidentiality and safe working practice and maintenance of files in accordance with the Data Protection Act and other legal requirements. You will have experience of delivering a service and working directly with clients or service users in a statutory, voluntary or community work setting. You will also have knowledge of the criminal justice system and the impact of crime including witnesses giving evidence.

You will have an excellent telephone manner with the ability to engage and develop rapport as well as the ability to needs assess, risk assess and empathise with the victim. You will be able to work without direct supervision, prioritising work and dealing with competing or conflicting demands/ needs and interests in an organised and methodical manner. You will be able to gather, analyse and use information and evidence from different sources, solve and resolve problems. Due to the requirements of the role access to a car is essential. there is also a requirement to complete the IVA Accreditation

Victim Support offers competitive rewards and benefits including pension and life assurance, 25 days annual leave (pro-rata), voluntary benefits such as season ticket loans and the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing world-class services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

Victim Support is committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks will be required.

Applications should be explicit enough to provide good evidence against the shortlisting criteria, which are marked in the person specification as Essential and A. In order to apply, please create a profile in our website (jobs section), complete and submit an online application form.

If the vacancy has not specified the essential criteria for shortlisting, please use this section to express how your experience and skills are relevant for the role.

If you have the drive to make a difference within an organisation which makes a difference we look forward to hearing from you.

Victim Support is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe having a diverse workforce at all levels allows us to represent the communities we serve and connect better with people affected by crime. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all communities and monitor the diversity of applicants to analyse if we are representative of the communities we serve in terms of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, age and socio-economic status. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we would particularly welcome applicants from BAME communities

VoiceAbility are recruiting a qualified or unqualified part-time advocate to join our North West team. At VoiceAbility we want to deliver the best possible quality of support to people so they are heard, respected, safe and in control of their own lives. We achieve this by delivering a wide range of services, contracted by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

About the role:
Advocates support people who may be marginalised or vulnerable to speak up and be heard. Their work strengthens voices, supports human rights, and changes lives. Advocacy can be vital for people who cannot speak up for themselves, or people who feel they do not have the power to do so. Advocates work in the front line delivering positive outcomes for the people they support. Advocates will support and enable service users’ understanding of their options. Advocates empower individuals to communicate their views in decision making processes, supporting them to make challenges when necessary and asking pertinent questions on the person’s behalf where they are unable to do so for themselves. Our homebased advocates are required to travel across the area to fulfil their role.
 
 
Location: Hospital based at Soss Moss with travel across North West
Hours: 21 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £21,000 to £28,000 per annum pro-rata. Advocates start on the appropriate spine point for their advocacy qualifications with the potential to earn up to £28,000 subject to qualifications and performance.

Benefits: 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays; 5% employer pension & 3% employee contribution; Salary sacrifice pension scheme; Separate Life Assurance Cover; Staff discount scheme including supermarkets, fashion, restaurants, cinemas, holidays and much more; Discounted Gym Membership; Employee Assistance programme; Supportive working environment fostering a good work/life balance; Support with professional development.
 
Closing date for applications: 9.30am Monday 20th September

Assessment/ test: Written assessment to be completed and returned on Friday 24th September

Interviews: To be held online via Teams on Friday 24th September

About you:
• Be passionate about empowering and enabling individuals to have their wishes, feelings, beliefs, and needs taken into account when decisions are made about their care
• Demonstrate excellent verbal, listening and written communication skills
• Have the ability to engage with people with complex needs and communication difficulties
• Be experienced in influencing and working with health and social care professionals, legal services, care staff, family members etc.
• Be able to build good relationships with clients, health and social care professionals, legal professionals and carers
• Be able to identify and act appropriately where issues of safeguarding individuals arise
• Have strong IT skills to accurately record information in line with policy and current data standards
• Be experienced in working with marginalised and vulnerable adults and/or children
• Be able to research complex and sensitive issues independently, using case law, national policy and guidance for advocates to work for resolution of issues
• Be able to work to tight and changing deadlines
• Be able to work independently
• Be able to travel to remote locations without easy access to public transport (or be able to travel across the area)
 
Desirable skills or experience:
• Hold or be working towards Independent Advocacy Qualification.
• Knowledge and experience of the, Mental Health Act (1983, revised 2007).Care Act (2014) and Mental Capacity Act (2007),The Principles of Human Rights and Advocacy, and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.

You may have experience of the following: Advocacy, Vulnerable Adults, Social Work, Healthcare, Policy, Legislation, Support Work, Charity, Third Sector, Advice & Guidance.

Please note

• Applications welcome form both qualified and unqualified candidates. If you don't already hold the Independent Advocacy Qualification (IAQ or IAP), VoiceAbility will put you through the qualification. It is a requirement that you complete this within 12 months of commencing employment.

• You will spend a considerable amount of time at hospitals and other community locations enabling face to face advocacy.

 
How to Apply: To apply for this role, please complete the online application form using the criteria in the person specification and upload your CV detailing your full work history. NB CV's will not be used to short list.

Equality and Diversity Statement  
VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values, and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

VoiceAbility are recruiting a full-time advocate to join our Oldham team. At VoiceAbility we want to deliver the best possible quality of support to people so they are heard, respected, safe and in control of their own lives. We achieve this by delivering a wide range of services, contracted by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

About the role:
Advocates support people who may be marginalised or vulnerable to speak up and be heard. Their work strengthens voices, supports human rights, and changes lives. Advocacy can be vital for people who cannot speak up for themselves, or people who feel they do not have the power to do so. Advocates work in the front line delivering positive outcomes for the people they support. Advocates will support and enable service users’ understanding of their options. Advocates empower individuals to communicate their views in decision making processes, supporting them to make challenges when necessary and asking pertinent questions on the person’s behalf where they are unable to do so for themselves. Our homebased advocates are required to travel across the area to fulfil their role.
 
 
Location: Home based with travel across the North West (Oldham) 
Hours: 17.75 hours
Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £21,000 to £28,000 per annum pro-rata. Advocates start on the appropriate spine point for their advocacy qualifications with the potential to earn up to £28,000 subject to qualifications and performance.

Benefits: 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays; 5% employer pension & 3% employee contribution; Salary sacrifice pension scheme; Separate Life Assurance Cover; Staff discount scheme including supermarkets, fashion, restaurants, cinemas, holidays and much more; Discounted Gym Membership; Employee Assistance programme; Supportive working environment fostering a good work/life balance; Support with professional development.
 
Closing date for applications: 9.30am Thursday 23 September 2021

Assessment/ test: Written assessment to be completed and returned on Monday 27 September 2021
Interviews: To be held online via Teams Monday 27 September 2021

About you:
• Be passionate about empowering and enabling individuals to have their wishes, feelings, beliefs, and needs taken into account when decisions are made about their care
• Demonstrate excellent verbal, listening and written communication skills
• Have the ability to engage with people with complex needs and communication difficulties
• Be experienced in influencing and working with health and social care professionals, legal services, care staff, family members etc.
• Be able to build good relationships with clients, health and social care professionals, legal professionals and carers
• Be able to identify and act appropriately where issues of safeguarding individuals arise
• Have strong IT skills to accurately record information in line with policy and current data standards
• Be experienced in working with marginalised and vulnerable adults and/or children
• Be able to research complex and sensitive issues independently, using case law, national policy and guidance for advocates to work for resolution of issues
• Be able to work to tight and changing deadlines
• Be able to work independently

• Be able to travel across the Oldham area
 
Desirable skills or experience:
• Hold or be working towards Independent Advocacy Qualification.
• Knowledge and experience of the Mental Health Act (1983, revised 2007), Care Act (2014) and Mental Capacity Act (2007), The Principles of Human Rights and Advocacy, and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.

You may have experience of the following: Advocacy, Vulnerable Adults, Social Work, Healthcare, Policy, Legislation, Support Work, Charity, Third Sector, Advice & Guidance.

NB If you don't already hold the Independent Advocacy Qualification, it is a requirement that you complete this within 12 months of commencing employment.

Although the role is home based you will spend a considerable amount of time at hospitals and other community locations enabling face to face advocacy.
 
How to Apply: To apply for this role, please complete the online application form using the criteria in the person specification and upload your CV detailing your full work history. NB CV's will not be used to short list.

Equality and Diversity Statement  
VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values, and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

Job Details

• Independent Advocate, 35 hours per week, £21,589 per annum
• Permanent (subject to funding)     

Job Summary 

Gaddum Advocacy provides all statutory advocacy services across Manchester and we are looking for an energetic and passionate advocate to join our team.

Our Advocates work in partnership with the people they support to represent their views and wishes and uphold their rights. Gaddum Advocacy promotes social inclusion, equality and social justice. 

Job Purpose  

• To provide Independent Advocacy for eligible individuals under the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Care Act and NHS regulations as necessary.
• To provide Independent Advocacy in a range of settings including mental health wards and rehabilitation facilities, hospitals, supported accommodation, care homes and private residences. 
• To promote social inclusion, equality and social justice through advocacy. 

Applications for Flexible/Job Sharing work will be taken into consideration.

Closing Date: Noon Monday 4th October

Interview Date: w/c Monday 15th October (subject to change).

Job Title: Independent Domestic Violence Advocate - Urdu Speaking

Location: North West - Warrington

Salary: £12,480 per annum

This is a part time fixed term contract at 18.75 hours per week ending March 2022.

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development. 

The IDVA will work closely with victims of domestic violence and other forms of violence and abuse, from the point of crisis, to provide high quality independent advocacy and support to survivors of domestic violence at the highest risk and their children.

The job involves working within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and local partnership protocols and procedures that prioritise the safety of survivors.

The post holder will empower survivors by providing them with emotional, practical and personal welfare support. The job involves ensuring that survivors are provided with a safe, supportive and welcoming environment and enabling them to access their rights, make decisions and increase their life options.

Essential Skills or Experience

The successful candidate will have significant proven experience of providing emotional and practical support to survivors of domestic violence. You will understand the legal system in how it relates to survivors of domestic violence and have strong communication skills to deliver presentations and reports to stakeholders effectively. An ability to work independently and prioritise a busy workload is essential.

All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the feminist values of empowerment and equality which underpin all of our work. Successful applicants will be expected to work within Refuge’s Values and Behaviour Framework and demonstrate these in their everyday work.

Refuge offers: a competitive salary with annual progression within points of the salary grade; 28 days annual leave increasing to 30 days; clinical supervison for all front line staff a pension scheme that includes a 6% employer contribution; as well as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

Closing Date: Monday 4th October 2021 at 9:00am 

Interview Date: W/C 11th October 2021

An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate will be required for this role.

Refuge is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. This post however 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.

Job Title: IIndependent Domestic Violence Advocate - Polish Speaking

Location: Warrington

Salary: £12,480 per annum

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development.

The IDVA will work closely with victims of domestic violence and other forms of violence and abuse, from the point of crisis, to provide high quality independent advocacy and support to survivors of domestic violence at the highest risk and their children.

The job involves working within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and local partnership protocols and procedures that prioritise the safety of survivors.

The post holder will empower survivors by providing them with emotional, practical and personal welfare support. The job involves ensuring that survivors are provided with a safe, supportive and welcoming environment and enabling them to access their rights, make decisions and increase their life options.

The successful candidate will have significant proven experience of providing emotional and practical support to survivors of domestic violence. You will understand the legal system in how it relates to survivors of domestic violence and have strong communication skills to deliver presentations and reports to stakeholders effectively. An ability to work independently and prioritise a busy workload is essential.

All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the feminist values of empowerment and equality which underpin all of our work. Successful applicants will be expected to work within Refuge’s Values and Behaviour Framework and demonstrate these in their everyday work.

Refuge offers: a competitive salary with annual progression within points of the salary grade; 28 days annual leave increasing to 30 days; a pension scheme that includes a 6% employer contribution; as well as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Closing Date: 04 October 2021 at 9:00am 

Interview Date: W/C 11th October 2021

This is a part time fixed term contract at 18.75 hours per week ending March 2022.

An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate will be required for this role.

Refuge is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. This post however 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.

Job Title: Independent Domestic Violence Advocate  - Social Care/Housing (FT)

Location: Warrington

Salary: £24,960

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development.

The independent domestic abuse advocate will work closely with victims of domestic abuse from the point of crisis, to provide high quality independent advocacy and support to survivors of domestic abuse at the highest risk and their children.

The post holder will work in partnership with Children’s Social Care and Housing colleagues in improving strategic and operational links and joint working. The post holder will improve awareness and understanding amongst Children’s Social Care and Housing of domestic abuse and related support, policies and processes. 

The job involves being a key partner within Warrington’s Social Care and Housing teams including offering training, expertise, advice and guidance to non-specialist professionals working with families affected by domestic abuse.

The successful candidate will have significant proven experience of providing emotional and practical support to survivors of domestic violence. You will understand the legal system in how it relates to survivors of domestic violence and have strong communication skills to deliver presentations and reports to stakeholders effectively. An ability to work independently and prioritise a busy workload is essential.

All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the feminist values of empowerment and equality which underpin all of our work. Successful applicants will be expected to work within Refuge’s Values and Behaviour Framework and demonstrate these in their everyday work.

Refuge offers: a competitive salary with annual progression within points of the salary grade; 28 days annual leave increasing to 30 days; a pension scheme that includes a 6% employer contribution; as well as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Closing Date: 19 September 2021 

Interview Date: TBC

This is a full time fixed term contract ending March 2023

An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate will be required for this role.

Refuge is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. This post however 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.

Victim Support is looking for an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to support victims of medium and high risk domestic abuse based in Rochdale. This is a fixed term contract until March 2022.

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

Your primary role will be to ensure the provision of support and advocacy services to clients who are experiencing domestic abuse and supporting victims identified at high and medium risk of further harm in Rochdale. You will co-ordinate a multi-agency response that aims to reduce and manage the risk identified. This involves risk assessment, safety planning, and attending court with victims, advising on housing and legal options and service planning.

You must have extensive experience of planning and delivering caseloads, with strong crisis management skills and an understanding of the needs of victims experiencing domestic abuse.

You will be required to attend relevant meetings and will provide regular reports to the Operations Manager and also undertake talks and presentations to local groups and agencies, developing networks and partnerships and increasing the role of the service in the community.

Good IT skills, knowledge of criminal justice issues, knowledge of civil orders available to protect victims of domestic abuse and an understanding of the effects a court appearance can have on victims and witnesses of crime are also essential requirements.

You will be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with people from all areas of the community and be able to assist with the monitoring, evaluation, and administration of written statistical reports on the project for management and our external funders.

Experience of working with victims of domestic abuse and other service providers and agencies in a statutory, voluntary, and social or community setting would be a distinct advantage.

SafeLives accredited IDVA's will commence on the higher level salary of the salary range.

Victim Support offers competitive rewards and benefits including pension and life assurance, 25 days annual leave (pro-rata), voluntary benefits such as season ticket loans and the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing world-class services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

Applications should be explicit enough to provide good evidence against the shortlisting criteria, which are marked in the person specification as (s). In order to apply, please create a profile in our website (jobs section), complete and submit an online application form. If the vacancy has not specified the essential criteria for shortlisting, please use this section to express how your experience and skills are relevant for the role. If you have the drive to make a difference within an organisation which makes a difference we look forward to hearing from you.

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 will be required, along with police vetting.

Victim Support is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe having a diverse workforce at all levels allows us to represent the communities we serve and connect better with people affected by crime. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all communities and monitor the diversity of applicants to analyse if we are representative of the communities we serve in terms of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, age and socio-economic status. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we would particularly welcome applicants from BAME communities.

Sophie Hayes Foundation is the only independent organisation in the UK that focuses on providing women survivors of modern slavery with employability and educational skills necessary to help them achieve sustainable freedom. Our mission is to reach 1000's of women survivors of modern slavery in the UK today to shape a better future for themselves. We provide employability programmes to remove barrier to freedom, including vocational work placements, internships, volunteer opportunities, training, and formal education. We are committed to creating a society that views and treats these women with respect, leading to a better society for us all. 

We are seeking a hard-working and talented fundraiser to join us as we embark on a new phase of our fundraising strategy. While we have built an excellent platform for growth, we are seeking someone who can bring a range of fundraisings skills, energy and passion to our team and who can take activity to the next level. You will be our only full-time fundraiser, so you need to be confident, articulate and prepared to cover all aspects of fundraising from data entry to stewarding some of our most valued supporters. 

The ideal candidate will have proven experience of major donors, corporates and/or charitable trusts and be looking for the next step in their career. We can offer enthusiastic colleagues, a committed Trustee Board and lots of flexibility. 

To apply please email your CV and a short covering letter detailing your suitability for the role.

Candiates looking to be based in all three regions will be considered.

About us:

PTMWA is a women-led organisation whose vision is to ensure that people, suffering, or at risk of domestic abuse receive appropriate support. We assist recovery by providing safe accommodation, specialist support services and by working in partnership with other agencies. We also run the only museum dedicated to telling the story of women’s fight for the right to vote at our Pankhurst Centre headquarters.

We are a diverse organisation with c31% of our staff identify as BAME, 12% as LGBT+. We span the generations with c11% of staff being aged 18-24 and c25% aged 55-64 and c11% identify as having a disability.

Our staff, volunteers and service users have taken time to reflect on who we are and what we do when we are at our best. This reflection showed that we can proudly claim to be: 

Courageous by challenging inequality, stepping forward and making change

Affirming by supporting and inspiring, paying attention to discover what matters

Generous by sharing our skills, creating energetic positive links, and thriving together

Rooted by being secure in our communities, participating and nurturing a sense of belonging

About You:

You will be a pro-active, reliable individual who reflects the values of PTMWA in all that you do. Your experiences, whether in paid or voluntary work, will enable you to fulfil the role requirements but it is your attitude and character that will make you a successful team member.

You will enjoy a challenge and actively participate in delivering and developing services of the highest standard.

About the role:

We welcome applications from people seeking part-time (17.5 hours) work as well as full-time (35). All roles are subject to a DBS check and we seek 2 x references, 1 of whom must be your current employer if applicable

Children and Families Therapeutic Intervention Worker – 1 role available

This role is to provide support for children and young people and their families who have been affected by domestic violence and abuse, homelessness and other traumatic life events and will be embedded in our Children’s Services Team.  The role is to deliver interventions which will help children and families to thrive. The post holder will provide therapeutic support to children and families, to develop safe coping strategies by exploring how life experiences have impacted them, facilitate repair and recovery work with them to improve their emotional well-being and develop confidence and resilience against future harm.

This role has been assessed and confirmed as open to women only under the Equality Act 2010, schedule 9, part 1

Hours of work: 35 per week

Salary: £23 868.00 per annum

Duration: 12 Months Fixed Term Contract

Annual Leave: 25 days plus Bank Holidays, pro rata for part-time workers

To Apply: Application packs can be downloaded from our website or a copy can be obtained by emailing our info email which can also be found on our website. 

Application forms should be returned by midnight 5th October 2021. Interviews will be held on 21st October 2021. If you have not heard from us by 16th October 20201 your application has been unsuccessful.

For information in alternative formats (for example, in braille, large print or an electronic format), please email or contact us by telephone.

About us:

PTMWA is a women-led organisation whose vision is to ensure that people, suffering, or at risk of domestic abuse receive appropriate support. We assist recovery by providing safe accommodation, specialist support services and by working in partnership with other agencies. We also run the only museum dedicated to telling the story of women’s fight for the right to vote at our Pankhurst Centre headquarters.

We are a diverse organisation with c31% of our staff identify as BAME, 12% as LGBT+. We span the generations with c11% of staff being aged 18-24 and c25% aged 55-64 and c11% identify as having a disability.

Our staff, volunteers and service users have taken time to reflect on who we are and what we do when we are at our best. This reflection showed that we can proudly claim to be: 

Courageous by challenging inequality, stepping forward and making change

Affirming by supporting and inspiring, paying attention to discover what matters

Generous by sharing our skills, creating energetic positive links, and thriving together

Rooted by being secure in our communities, participating and nurturing a sense of belonging

About You:

You will be a pro-active, reliable individual who reflects the values of PTMWA in all that you do. Your experiences, whether in paid or voluntary work, will enable you to fulfil the role requirements but it is your attitude and character that will make you a successful team member.

You will enjoy a challenge and actively participate in delivering and developing services of the highest standard.

Emerge Worker – 1 roles available

The purpose of this role is the delivery of service user experience in refuge, ensuring that individuals’ therapeutic, practical and emotional needs are met within a psychologically informed environment.

You will work towards positive outcomes for individuals and families including reduction in crisis situations related to domestic abuse or relationship issues, improved mental and physical wellbeing, reducing demand on statutory services, increasing economic independence through debt reduction, improved budgeting and accessing employment.

Amongst other duties, you will work on the organisation’s referral line on a rota basis, assessing applicants for availability of bed space and checking eligibility criteria. You will work with families towards positive outcomes including reduction of crisis situations related to domestic abuse.

This role has been assessed and confirmed as open to women only under the Equality Act 2010, schedule 9, part 1

Hours of work: 35 per week on a rota covering the hours of 09.00 – 20.00

Salary: £21 077.00 per annum

Duration: permanent (subject to funding)

Annual Leave: 25 days plus Bank Holidays, pro rata for part-time workers

To Apply: Application packs can be downloaded from our website or a copy can be obtained by emailing our info email which can be found on our website. 

Application forms should be returned by 5 pm 6th October 2021. Interviews will be on 13th October 2021.

For information in alternative formats (for example, in braille, large print or an electronic format), please email or you can also contact us by telephone.

We need someone who is resilient, reliable, enthusiastic and persisitent. We are seeking a new Mental Health support worker to offer 1:1 and group work support to young people living in temporary accommodation, struggling with their mental health. The aim is to ensure the young people do not experience repeat homelessness and achieve some well being. You will deal with prevention, deescalation, coping startegies and crises and everything in between. We need you to assist the young people to navigate the statutory health services and external agencies that will help them long term.

As part of the Chances team you will support a caseload of young people, work towards targets and empower young people to achieve their potential. 

Mental Health issues is the sinlge largets area of support throughout Backup so this is a well needed and rewarding role. 

Victim Support are looking for a part time Administrative Assistant to be based in our Accrington Office.

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

The role will involve providing administrative support to the Victim Service's teams and those designated by the line manager in accordance with Victim Support's National standards and local policies and procedures. Main duties will include; Liaising with the police, primarily to gather further information, Dealing with incoming and outgoing mail appropriately including sending out security items, Dealing with telephone, email and general enquiries appropriately, Providing ongoing support and guidance to Administration Apprentices and providing general administrative support within Victim Services.

To be successful in this role you will have general administration experience, understanding and knowledge of the requirement for confidentiality and a willingness to learn about the General data Protection Regulations (GDPR). You will be able to work both independently and as part of a team. You will work in an organised and methodical manner and have good IT skills including Word, Excel, databases, internet and Email.

Victim Support offers competitive rewards and benefits including pension and life assurance, 25 days annual leave (pro-rata), voluntary benefits such as season ticket loans, and the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing world-class services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

Applications should be explicit enough to provide good evidence against the shortlisting criteria, which are marked in the person specification as (s). In order to apply, please create a profile in our website (jobs section), complete and submit an online application form.

If the vacancy has not specified the essential criteria for shortlisting, please use this section to express how your experience and skills are relevant for the role. If you have the drive to make a difference within an organisation which makes a difference we look forward to hearing from you.

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 will be required.

Victim Support is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe having a diverse workforce at all levels allows us to represent the communities we serve and connect better with people affected by crime. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all communities and monitor the diversity of applicants to analyse if we are representative of the communities we serve in terms of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, age and socio-economic status. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we would particularly welcome applicants from BAME communities.

About us:

PTMWA is a women-led organisation whose vision is to ensure that people, suffering, or at risk of domestic abuse receive appropriate support. We assist recovery by providing safe accommodation, specialist support services and by working in partnership with other agencies. We also run the only museum dedicated to telling the story of women’s fight for the right to vote at our Pankhurst Centre headquarters.

We are a diverse organisation with c31% of our staff coming from BAME and c12% from LGBT communities. We span the generations with c11% of staff being aged 18-24 and c25% aged 55-64. 11% of staff identify as having a disability.

Our staff, volunteers and service users have recently taken time to reflect on who we are and what we do when we are at our best. This reflection showed that we can proudly claim to be: 

Courageous by challenging inequality, stepping forward and making change

Affirming by supporting and inspiring, paying attention to discover what matters

Generous by sharing our skills, creating energetic positive links, and thriving together

Rooted by being secure in our communities, participating and nurturing a sense of belonging

About You:

You will be a pro-active, reliable individual who reflects the values of PTMWA in all that you do. Your experiences, whether in paid or voluntary work, will enable you to fulfil the role requirements but it is your attitude and character that will make you a successful team member.

You will enjoy a challenge and actively participate in delivering and developing services of the highest standard.

About the role:

The First 1,000 Days Project is a collaborative approach between 3 VCS agencies to work directly with BAME parents and their children from conception to 2 years old, providing support for families who are or have been affected by domestic abuse

You will work as part of a small team with colleagues in Wai Yin, Manchester Women’s Aid (MWA) and Manchester Young Lives to deliver a range of interventions which will help families and children thrive. 

You will be skilled in partnership working, with the ability to apply a whole family approach to protect children and families from harm and improve family functioning. The purpose of the project is to assist families to form sustainable friendships and links within their communities.

This role has been assessed and confirmed as open to women only under the Equality Act 2010, schedule 9, part 1

We welcome applications from people seeking part-time (17.5 hours) work as well as full-time (35). All roles are subject to a DBS check and we seek 2 x references, 1 of whom must be your current employer if applicable.

Hours of work: 35 per week, on a rota covering the hours of 09:00 – 18:00

Salary: £23 868.00 per annum

Duration: Contract ends 31.03.2022

Annual Leave: 25 days plus Bank Holidays, pro rata for part-time workers

To Apply: Application packs can be downloaded from our website.

Application forms should be returned: by 5 pm 1st October 2021. Interviews will be held on 14th October 2021. If you have not heard from us by 12th October 2021, your application has been unsuccessful.

If you wish to discuss this vacancy further before applying please contact us.