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Please note: This post is restricted to women under schedule 9, Part 1, Equalities Act 2010
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
The Health IDVA provides vital support to those affected by domestic abuse, helping them access the specialist services they need and navigate challenges in their daily lives. You will work directly with patients with a wide range of experiences and needs, offering advocacy, guidance, and practical support. A key part of the role is raising awareness among community healthcare professionals about the impact of domestic abuse, particularly on mental health, through training, guidance, and ongoing support, so that patients are identified earlier and supported more effectively.
This role addresses a need in community healthcare, where many patients are not recognised as survivors of domestic abuse. By combining domestic abuse expertise with a therapeutic approach, the Health IDVA will provide direct support to patients while helping community services and healthcare teams feel confident and equipped to respond appropriately. You will be supported by the Head of Adult Services and HIDVA Managers. You will have the opportunity to complete a formal domestic abuse qualification once you pass your probation (if not already qualified).
Through this work, the Health IDVA will help ensure that patients receive timely, compassionate support while also strengthening the skills, confidence, and understanding of community services and professionals. By building strong partnerships and sharing expertise, the role will contribute to a more coordinated and effective response to domestic abuse, ensuring that patients are supported at every stage and that services are better equipped to meet their needs.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Support to Survivors
- Hold a caseload of clients, including NHS staff.
- Ensure survivors are fully informed of their rights and options, and explain the criminal and civil legal remedies available to them.
- Promote enhanced safety and wellbeing for victim-survivors accessing community healthcare, including NHS staff.
- Conduct needs and risk assessments, including DASH (Domestic Abuse, Stalking and Honour Based Abuse Risk Assessment), to determine appropriate levels of support. Develop and implement safety plans collaboratively with clients to address their needs in a timely manner.
- Assist clients in accessing appropriate legal, financial, housing, medical, educational, and employment services, as well as counselling and community support networks.
- Work in partnership with police, housing providers, and other agencies to advocate for survivors and facilitate referrals to ongoing support services.
- Attend Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences when required (MARAC) and make referrals where appropriate.
- Recognise and address the needs of survivors who experience additional barriers to accessing services, including those from minority groups or with protected characteristics.
- Uphold safeguarding responsibilities for children, young people, and adults, in line with Child Protection Procedures and safeguarding policies.
- Maintain accurate client records, monitoring data, and outcome information. Prepare reports and evaluations as required for service monitoring.
- Participate in an out-of-hours rota, providing a HIDVA service within the hospital on Friday evenings and weekends as scheduled
Partnership Working and Training
- Promote the Health IDVA service and establish formal working links with GP practices and other healthcare providers (such as dental, health visiting or mental health teams.
- Attend safeguarding, handover and partnership meetings to raise awareness of the service and share our knowledge so earlier identification of domestic abuse within community healthcare settings can be achieved.
- Deliver training sessions to community healthcare staff to raise awareness of domestic abuse, safe enquiry and appropriately responding to disclosures.
- Contribute to multi-agency safeguarding meetings and local domestic abuse forums to share learning and strengthen partnership working.
General
- Uphold the values and good name of Rising Sun at all times represent the organisation in a way that is consistent with its philosophy and ethos and in line with all Rising Sun’s policies.
- Actively participate in clinical supervision, training and development opportunities.
- Develop your understanding of trauma informed work and embed in your day-to-day practice.
- Maintain an up-to-date working knowledge to be able to advise women of their rights and options for seeking help and support from other agencies, such as housing options, legislation and welfare.
- Comply with organisational policies and procedures, including Safeguarding, Data Protection and Health and Safety.
- Undertake other duties and responsibilities in keeping with the nature of this post, as may be required from time to time.
This job description sets out the duties of the post at the time when it was drawn up and will be reviewed from time to time. Duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot of themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following experience, knowledge, skills and attitudes.
Qualifications
- Independent Domestic Violence Adviser (IDVA) qualification (desirable)
- Independent Sexual Violence Adviser (ISVA) qualification (desirable)
- Health qualification (desirable)
Knowledge and Experience
- At least 3 years’ experience of working with survivors of domestic abuse, including high risk clients, and assessing client risks and needs
- Experience of co-producing short- and longer-term risk management, safety and support plans with survivors and their children
- Experience of delivering training (desirable)
- Experience working with the police, social services and MARAC
- Experience of lone working and able to work on own initiative
- Experience working with people with mental health needs, substance misuse, other complex needs
- Experience of working in a hospital / healthcare setting (desirable)
- Knowledge of criminal and civil legal remedies and housing law relating to domestic abuse
- Knowledge of domestic abuse risk assessment tools including DASH and extensive understanding of the MARAC process
- A thorough understanding of safeguarding relating to adults with care and support needs and children
- Up to date knowledge of the welfare benefits system and the ability to ensure service users maximise their benefit entitlement (desirable)
- Knowledge of local services and DA Specialists across Kent & Medway (desirable)
Skills and attributes
- Ability to network face to face and virtually, to develop new contacts and partnerships
- Ability to train professionals on recognising domestic abuse and responding appropriately (desirable)
- Ability to motivate yourself and work independently on your own initiative
- Solution focused and creative in approaching new challenges
- Competent using Microsoft office programmes, in particular MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Passionate about the aim and principles of Rising Sun
- Committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and maintaining confidentiality
- Able to drive and have access to a reliable car (post holder will be required to attend meetings and across our areas of work)
- Able to work some evenings and weekends
- Eligible to live and work in the UK
Benefits
We offer a number of benefits to team members including:
- 25 days annual leave per year
- A bonus day of leave for your birthday
- 3% matched pension contribution
- Access to Rising Sun’s counselling service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Health care cash plan for you and your children for a number of health treatments (e.g. dental, optical, physiotherapy etc.) and also discounts in shops and attractions
- Up to four weeks sick pay in any 12 month period (eligible after probation period)
How to apply
If you feel this role would be a good fit for your skills and experience, visit our website to download an application form and apply, demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the person specification in your personal statement.
We request no contact from agencies or media sales please.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
Our vision is a world in which all women and children live free from actual or threatened domestic abuse and all forms of violence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Us
Bridges Outcomes Partnerships (BOP) is a not-for-profit social enterprise that works alongside Government, community groups and specialist Delivery partners to design and deliver vital services that support people to improve their lives, in areas ranging from housing and employment to education and health & wellbeing.
The role of BOP spans project development (working with Government and others to design and launch the service), project management (coordinating the delivery phase, managing performance, and liaising with the various stakeholders) and project finance (funding the project until it starts to earn outcomes payments). Our own funding comes from a group of pioneering social investors, including The Office for Civil Society, Big Society Capital, Pilotlight, Trust for London, who, like us, are motivated by improving lives and changing the system for the better.
About KDASS
Kirklees Domestic Abuse Specialist Services (KDASS) is a partnership between 3 specialist service providers. Together we deliver specialist, trauma-informed, and person-centred support for people who have experienced harm through domestic abuse.
Grounded in the Kirklees Domestic Abuse Strategy, KDASS aims to:
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Empower people to live free from harm and fear
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Give advice and deliver personalised interventions to reduce the risk of harm or symptoms of trauma cause by Domestic Abuse through accessible, person-centred pathways
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Work collaboratively with valued statutory and third sector agencies to achieve the best outcomes and impact for each individual.
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Champion equality, diversity, and inclusion in all we do.
About the opportunity
As a vital first point of contact for people affected by domestic abuse, you will play a central role in ensuring that every person who reaches out to KDASS is heard, supported and connected with the right help at the right time. Through compassionate, person-led conversations, you will listen, explore and understand individual experiences, identify risks, and ensure a safe and supportive pathway into the most suitable specialist service within our partnership.
As part of our Triage Team, you’ll:
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Receive and respond to inbound calls into the KDASS central point of access, offering immediate emotional support, advice and guidance
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Review and process referrals received via our online portal and access system.
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Triage victims/survivors to the most appropriate service within agreed timeframes
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Input and maintain accurate case records in the Oasis system
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Identify and escalate any immediate safeguarding concerns through the appropriate pathways;
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Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with partner agencies to ensure smooth referral pathways; and
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Work closely with the Programme Manager to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for development within the service.
About You
At KDASS, we value both lived and learned experience. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and compassionate workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Essential - You will:
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Have an understanding of domestic abuse, its impacts, and best practice approaches in supporting victims/survivors.
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Demonstrate empathy, compassion, and a non-judgemental approach in all communication.
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Understand risk and safety planning within a domestic abuse context.
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Have experience of accurate and timely record keeping within a case management system.
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Possess strong communication, organisation and IT skills.
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Be adaptable, collaborative and solution-focused in your approach.
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Be committed to your own professional development and reflective practice; and
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Share our passion for enabling people to live safe, empowered and fulfilling lives.
Desirable - You will have:
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Additional spoken languages (particularly those used in South Asian communities)
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Experience working in a charity or third sector setting
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Knowledge of the Kirklees Domestic Abuse Strategy or the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Strategy
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Knowledge of the Safe and Together DA Model or a commitment to undertake training to meet the behaviours and practise of this model.
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Understanding of person-centred and trauma-informed approaches.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:
KDASS is committed to building an inclusive service that values and celebrates diversity. We particularly welcome applications from people from minoritised communities, individuals with multiple and diverse language skills, people with disabilities, and those with lived experience of domestic abuse who can help shape and strengthen our understanding and response.
What we will offer you
• We are a flexible employer and we will support you to ensure you achieve a healthy work life balance.
• You will be joining an incredibly dedicated, vibrant, dynamic and talented team of people who are deeply passionate about services which improve people’s lives and public sector reform.
• You will get 25 days’ annual leave plus 8 days for bank holidays plus a birthday leave day and 2 additional ‘gifted’ day/s between Christmas and New Year.
• We offer a Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme with 5% Employer contribution
• We offer 4 x Life Insurance, Income Protection Insurance and Wellbeing benefits & resources.
• We also offer Private Medical Insurance on successful completion of your probation period (for permanent roles)
• You will be able to access Learning and Development opportunities.
Application process/next steps
Please note we are only accepting applications through our recruitment platform Applied. You’ll answer some questions that are related to the day-to-day job and will be asked to upload your CV. Your answers will go through our sift process: all answers will be anonymised, randomised and then reviewed by a panel of reviewers.
NB To keep your response personal and genuine, we ask that you don't use AI tools (like Chat GPT or others) to answer the applications - we're looking for your own voice and experience to come through.
If you are shortlisted, we’ll invite you to the next step, which will be first and second round interviews with some of our colleagues.
Bridges Outcomes Partnerships is an equal opportunities employer and ensures that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process for candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Please note, for this particular role candidates will require Right to Work in the UK.
Non Charity Employer
51 - 100
We're a not-for-profit social enterprise. We work with partners to create people-powered partnerships that get better outcomes for people & the planet
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!
Salary: £30,784 per annum
Permanent contract
40 Hours per week, shift work including weekends and bank holidays
Location: North Kensington (W10)
We have presently a fantastic opportunity to join one of our 16+ Homes, located in North Kensington , and make a difference to our Young People’s lives.
About Us
Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future.
St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people and we are proud of our history for providing fostering, children's homes and a range of innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home.
We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities.
St Christopher’s Academy
At St Christopher's we can offer you a career where you can develop your skills and knowledge while making a difference to young people’s lives.
When you join St Christopher’s, we will set you up in your career with a tailored development plan. Whether you want to move across to a different service, become a Manager or just explore further your current role, we will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. If you want to learn more about St Christopher’s Academy, please visit our website to watch our short video to gain an insight into our working life here at St Christopher’s .
We are proud that 84% of all our Team Leaders, Deputies and Managers are internal promotions.
About the Role
As Team Leader, you will assist the Manager in the running of a 16+ semi-independent supported accommodation service, supporting the delivery of high quality transition services for young people that promote their independence and increase their life skills.
We have an enthusiastic team including Support Workers, Waking Night Staff and Management who all have different interests which they bring to the service. If you’re ready for a challenge and think you have the skills to drive St Christopher’s forward we would love to hear from you!
Applicants should have
- At least two year’s relevant experience providing housing and/or support services to vulnerable individuals
- A good understanding of the regulatory framework relevant to the provision of housing services for young people
- Knowledge of the welfare benefits system in relation to young people.
- Ability to lead, motivate, supervise and support staff and be a positive role model.
- Ability to prioritise own workload and to work flexibly to meet deadlines or service requirements.
- Ability to use own initiative as well as be an active team member.
- Flexibility to occasionally work evening and weekend shifts and participating in the On-Call system.
In return we offer:
- Salary of £30,784 per annum.
- Competitive pay and reward structure offering salary progression based on performance.
- A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
- 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
- Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy.
- Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme.
- UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary.
- BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
- Discretionary funded training programs.
- Employee awards based on performance and length of service.
- Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services.
Recruitment Process
At St Christopher’s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.
Applicants will ideally already be on the DBS Update Service; if this is not the case St Christopher's will carry out a DBS (police) check prior to starting.
Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. For the full Job Description and Person Specification please visit our website. CV’s will not be accepted.
For more information or assistance during the application process, please contact us via our website.
We advise to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Please note that it is against the law to apply for work with Children/Young People if you are barred from working in Regulated Activity and if your name is added to a Children Barred List.
All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked.
Please note this post has a minimum age restriction of 21 for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and semi-independent Homes in line with the Equality Act ‘occupational requirement’.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
We are a leading charity for children and young people, providing fostering, children's homes and leaving care services across the UK and Isle of Man
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Galop is looking for an experienced practitioner to provide effective support to LGBT victims and survivors of abuse and violence in the UK. You will work within the advocacy team to deliver advice, support, and advocacy to LGBT victims and survivors of interpersonal abuse and violence each year. You will act as a specialist lead within the advocacy team for work with Trans and Non-Binary survivors, including providing support, advice and expertise to your colleagues and externally.
As a Senior Advocate, you will provide high quality advocacy and support to Trans and Non-Binary people who are subjected to abuse and violence, specifically domestic abuse and sexual violence, focusing on their needs, safety and recovery. This role builds on work that we have been doing for decades to support and empower LGBT people who have been victims of violence and abuse. Your work will enable LGBT people to feel supported, heard and empowered in the face of abuse and violence, and pave the way to a safer future for our community.
You will work directly with Trans and Non-Binary victims/survivors, offering them a space to talk and think through options, helping them plan what they want to do, and offering assistance in getting what they need from services. Your work will focus on needs specifically related to domestic abuse and sexual violence, including issues such as wellbeing, support with the criminal and civil justice process, safety and access to other services to enable survivors to cope and recover. You will be empathetic and thoughtful in your approach to understanding your clients’ needs, while remaining boundaried and mindful of self-care.
You will manage a small number of specialist advocates providing needs-led support, information and advocacy to Trans and Non-Binary survivors of violence and abuse. You will also act as specialist lead for work with Trans and Non-Binary survivors within the advocacy team, providing support, advice and leadership to advocates on this specialism, to ensure that survivors get support that meets their needs. You will work with colleagues to ensure that survivors are supported in a trauma-sensitive way and that the needs of Trans and Non-Binary survivors are met, through sharing best practice and your expert knowledge and experience in delivering this work. This will include an understanding of the support landscape for Trans and Non-Binary survivors, the wider trans sector and the specific impact and support needs for survivors. You will contribute to the development of the TNBI service and work collaboratively across the organisation. You will need an understanding of legislation, the CJS, civil justice systems and domestic and sexual violence including ISVA/IDVA best practice.
You will have an in depth understanding of the spectrum of violence and abuse that Trans people are subjected to, including the causes, impact and barriers to accessing services. You will use your expertise to represent Galop with key stakeholders, advocating for the needs of the community.
Location
Galop’s offices are located in London. This role will be hybrid working, with both home working and working from the office.
Hours
Full Time (35 hours per week)
Contract
Until 31 March 2027 (extension subject to funding)
Line manages
Advocates and caseworkers
Reports to
Advocacy and Support Manager
Salary
Grade E £37,754.88- £39,761.08 (including inner London weighting of £4,212.01)
Closing Date
Applications should be submitted by 25th November 2025
Interviews will be held on 2nd and 3rd of December 2025
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At Global Witness, we’re on a mission to shift the balance of power from the polluters profiting most from the climate emergency to the people most adversely affected.
We are an independent, global organisation of investigators and campaigners using cutting edge investigative methods. We shine a light on the financial and political systems that enable that enable corporate abuses of power that harm people and planet.
We are all determined and confident that together we can secure a better tomorrow for everyone. If you are inspired to join us as we investigate and expose abuses of power, tell the stories the world needs to hear and campaign for systemic change, we would love to hear from you.
About the role
As Director of People, you will lead the strategy that ensures Global Witness remains an inclusive, forward-thinking and trailblazing organisation — one capable of attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people across the globe.
You will guide the evolution of our culture, championing equity, wellbeing and collaboration while ensuring we are ready to adapt to the forces reshaping the modern workplace. Working closely with our Senior Leadership Team, you will embed a people-centred approach that supports high performance, strengthens organisational resilience, and upholds the values that unite our staff around our mission.
This is a pivotal moment for Global Witness, and your leadership will be essential as we equip our organisation for the challenges and opportunities ahead.
About you
We are seeking an experienced and inspiring leader who combines strategic vision with practical, hands-on delivery. You will be someone who builds trust, nurtures strong relationships and cultivates high-performing teams.
You will likely bring senior experience from an international, mission-driven or values-led organisation, along with the courage and confidence to drive transformation. You are committed to fostering a culture of learning, accountability and inclusion, and you understand what it takes to create an environment where people can thrive.
Above all, you share our mission and are energised by the opportunity to shape the culture and people strategy of an organisation working at the forefront of global climate and human rights challenges.
Working for Global Witness
Global Witness has a talented team of people worldwide with offices in London, Washington DC, and Brussels. We aim to be a diverse and inclusive place to work. We value new perspectives, original ideas, and different ways of working. We believe that diverse views and experiences improve the way we do our work. We do our best to make our jobs accessible to all regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or identity.
We offer an excellent benefits package including a competitive salary and 25 days annual leave (excl. Bank Holidays). We also offer healthcare insurance, wellbeing days and policies to support you during key life events.
We are currently in the first year of a shorter working week pilot where everyone works 30 hours Monday to Thursday, with Friday off with no impact on full time salary. We operate a hybrid working model which requires at least 2 days in the office.
To download a full copy of the candidate brief and learn more about the role, please click the ‘Apply’ button, where you will be redirected to the website of our recruitment partner, Tall Roots. If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please email Mark Crowley at Tall Roots.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
Our goal is a more sustainable, just and equal planet.