Duties and Responsibilities

Development & Support work:

• To provide emotional and practical support to women accessing support through drop in and casework
• To participate in a rota of drop in cover, covering evening hours
• To support volunteers and students in delivering the drop in service
• To facilitate access for women to statutory, community and other BSWA services
• To comply with the recording, monitoring and evaluation procedures of the project
• To develop policies and practice guidelines appropriate to the project in accordance with BSWA policies and procedures
• To keep up to date with current legislative changes for dissemination within the staff team, and for use when working with women and children around their rights.
• To identify and make links with existing projects and community services and to develop joint services where appropriate
• To keep abreast of issues regarding violence against women on a national and local level
• To participate in multi agency work as agreed with your line manager
• To identify and attend training and conferences relevant to the post, in agreement with your line manager
• To work alongside colleagues to organise in-house training and information sessions on a range of issues for service users
• To promote awareness of the impact of domestic violence on women and children and BSWA services

Administration:

• To work within BSWA’s administrative and financial systems
• To ensure that adequate records are kept for all service users
• To ensure that Health and Safety records are kept up to date
• To produce monthly reports for your line manager

Communication:

• To ensure that all staff team members are aware of any matters that are relevant to the welfare and security of the refuges, staff, volunteers and service users by:

1. Maintaining BSWA communication records
2. Following safety procedures
3. Attending team meetings
4. Carrying out risk assessments in conjunction with your line manager

• To attend in-house training
• To attend support and supervision sessions with your line manager
• To develop a professional working relationship with external agencies
• Feedback relevant issues from external meetings/ training to the staff and management teams as appropriate
• To be involved in the Annual Review process

General:

• To maintain the confidentiality of the women and children using the service

• To maintain confidentiality in all matters relating to the organisation

• To offer an equal service to all women and children regardless of age, class, culture, language, race, religion and sexual orientation

• To ensure the efficient use of resources at all times

• To work within BSWA policies and procedures and demonstrate a commitment to the values and ethos of BSWA
• To work within BSWA’s framework for equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice
• To adhere to Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, and Adult Safeguarding procedures throughout
• To participate in the development and annual appraisal of a personal individual development plan with the line manager
• To undertake any other duties required by BSWA, which may arise and commensurate with the post

Are you looking to join a team which is passionate about supporting women who are survivors of domestic abuse and making sure they are heard?  We are Advance and have openings in our team in Brent and Ealing and would love you to come and work with us.

Role: Independent Domestic Abuse Adviser (IDVA)

Location: Brent or Ealing

Contract: Permanent and fixed term contracts

Hours:   35 hours per week Monday to Friday (10.00 – 18.00), with occasional evening work to 9pm as part of on-call rota

Salary: from £26,000 to £30,000 per annum depending on experience (salary towards the top of the range will be paid for those with considerable skills and experience in equivalent roles)

Benefits: 30 days holiday pa plus 8 bank holidays; an additional day’s leave for International Women’s Day; great support provision including clinical supervision and an Employee Assistance Programme and generous dependent’s leave; pension scheme; company mobile phone, In-house training, opportunities for progression, an incredibly supportive and passionate team!

What we do:

Advance is a well-respected, professional charity providing nationally accredited, quality marked services in Hammersmith & Fulham, Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea, Brent and Ealing. Working with partner agencies we respond to violence against women and girls through independent domestic violence advocacy.

The roles:

We deliver these services through our teams of skilled professionals and are looking to bring in additional expertise to strengthen the support we provide.  We have a strong presence in the diverse boroughs of Brent and Ealing and are key influencers in providing Domestic Abuse support, with the intention of ending VAWG within the community. As an experienced IDVA you will work within a dynamic, fast paced, crisis intervention, advocacy and support service to ensure the voice of survivors informs every stage of the process.  You will also be required to take part in an on call duty rota which will require some evening and weekend working.

What you will bring:

• A sound understanding of domestic abuse and its effects on women and children, as well as best practice within the domestic abuse sector.
• Substantial experience working as a domestic abuse advocate including working with complex and multiple needs
• Solid skills in risk management and safety planning, with the ability to remain calm in a crisis. 
• Experience of direct work with female survivors of domestic violence and of working within safeguarding procedures

What we offer:

In addition to the great benefits listed above, you will have the opportunity to work in a flexible, supportive environment with a team of committed, inspiring women and we will support you as you to continue to build your skills and experience and grow your career.

Please find the job description attached.

We will be considering applications and arranging interviews on an ongoing basis.

To apply: Please send your CV with a supporting statement setting out how you meet the criteria for the role.

Please note that any offer of employment will be made subject to references and confirmation of the right to work in the UK and satisfactory enhanced DBS check and police vetting

PLEASE NOTE: This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. 

Advance is committed to equality and diversity and strongly encourages applications from women with disabilities, from BME backgrounds and the LBT community, and with personal experience of the criminal justice system.

Victim Support is recruiting for an experienced Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to be part of our dynamic IDVA team. This role will be co-located within Bedford Hospital. This is a full time role on a fixed term contract until 31st March 2021 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding.

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity for people affected by crime in England and Wales. We work towards a world where people affected by crime or traumatic events.

The main purpose of this role is to provide a high quality support and advocacy service to victims of domestic abuse. The successful candidate will work primarily on cases referred by hospital staff and will manage and monitor the hospital referral pathway.

The successful candidate will manage a caseload; identifying and assessing risks and needs, providing a tailored crisis intervention service through individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. The role will involve working with other agencies and advocating on behalf of service users in order to help them access services to keep them safe.

You will work within a multi-agency framework consisting of partners as well as MARAC and other local partnerships to offer a coordinated response to domestic abuse. As well as casework, the successful candidate will promote the service and raise awareness of domestic abuse through regular training of hospital staff. Experience of working in support and advocacy with victims of domestic abuse would be advantageous.

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity for people affected by crime in England and Wales. We work towards a world where people affected by crime or traumatic events.

The main purpose of this role is to provide a high quality support and advocacy service to victims of domestic abuse. The successful candidate will work primarily on cases referred by hospital staff and will manage and monitor the hospital referral pathway.

The successful candidate will manage a caseload; identifying and assessing risks and needs, providing a tailored crisis intervention service through individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. The role will involve working with other agencies and advocating on behalf of service users in order to help them access services to keep them safe.

You will work within a multi-agency framework consisting of partners as well as MARAC and other local partnerships to offer a coordinated response to domestic abuse. As well as casework, the successful candidate will promote the service and raise awareness of domestic abuse through regular training of hospital staff. Experience of working in support and advocacy with victims of domestic abuse would be advantageous.

The successful applicant will need to be able to prioritise work and deal with competing or conflicting demands/needs and interests and promote organisation interests and values.

Applicants will ideally hold a SafeLives IDVA accreditation, relevant degree, vocational qualification or relevant experience of delivering a service and working with domestic abuse victim's/service users in a statutory, voluntary or community work setting.

This role is subject to the satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Baring Service (DBS) Check.

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, cycle to work scheme, 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. In order to apply, please create a profile in our website (jobs section), complete and submit an online application form.

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.

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 providing an inclusive and supportive environment for our staff. 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 welcome applicants from all communities and as part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we would particularly welcome applicants from BAME communities.

We are looking for a Combined IDVA for 30 hours a week, based at our Exeter office. This post will be to cover South Devon on a fixed term contract for 12 months.

You will be part of an experienced team providing high quality advice, guidance and support to victims of domestic violence and/or abuse enabling them to live safely.

You will be expected to provide a timely pro-active service to male and female victims of domestic violence and abuse, who have been assessed as being at high and medium risk of domestic abuse; working within a multi-agency setting to ensure risk is reduced.

Essential Criteria for the role:

• Experience of working with victims of domestic abuse or other vulnerable people in a challenging environment
• Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding
• An understanding of confidentiality principles
• Understanding of domestic violence issues and its impact on all those involved
• Proven experience and qualifications in support work
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Please refer to the Person Specification for full list of skills required for the role.

Previous applicants need not apply.

INTERVIEW DATE: Monday 26th October 2020

Vetting - You will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and a police check.

Full job description and application forms are available on our website or by contacting Splitz Support Service.

Splitz Support Service offer 5 weeks annual leave per annum pro rata

Splitz Support Service also offer regular external clinical supervision for all staff.

Family Matters (FM) is looking for an Independent Sexual Violence Advisor to work with gangs, based in  West Kent.

FM is an independent charity for people affected by sexual crime in Kent.  FM are looking to appoint an ISVA who is skilled and knowledgeable in working specifically with children and YP who have been victims of gangs or subject to CSE.

Your primary role will be to provide a pro-active service for children/YP and adults who have experienced sexual violence, when required within and outside the criminal justice system, throughout Kent.

You will need to build trust with the children and YP in order to explore and help address risky behaviours, relationships and situations they find themselves in. Whilst balancing this with your duty for protection, following agency guidelines and the rights of the children and YP. Helping them to make new choices about their future lives.

 We are seeking to employ professionals who have a worked in the industry for a considerable period of time, who have knowledge of the practices and programmes that are available to support and enable the CYP to make other choices.  They would have proven connections within this field already and be able to work in a multi-agency way with Early Help, social care, offender management, health and education, probation, police, schools who would be instrumental in helping us to identify CYP at risk of exclusion. Training would be provided on an ongoing basis.

You will be expected to obtain accreditation in the ISVA role if you do not already have them.

 You will be working closely with the children and YP who might be victims of violence or pressured into doing things like stealing or carrying drugs or weapons. They might be abused, exploited and put into dangerous situations.

You will need connections within all the local communities in order to help and support them through these times. You will also be responsible for identifying and risk managing safeguarding measures relating to the victims.

You will need the skill set to make reports that help others to identify, and improve the safety of the children and YP’s. Using your knowledge to develop strategies to prevent and disrupt the behaviour of perpetrators.

You would be required to work from our Gravesend HQ as a base. However a considerable amount of your time would be using outreach work, to spread the news of the new service and what FM can offer, by promoting events within the various communities.  The persons we employ need to be skilled in social media as a means of contacting and keeping the CYP’s involved in their future.

You will have good partnership connections as you will be working closely with them to enable our service to be seen as the provider of good working relationships with other professionals and the CYP.

Your role would involve risk assessment, which may be the family as well as the child/Y/P, helping them access their rights, along with health and other services they require, monitoring and keeping victims informed of case progress and providing support through the criminal justice system.

You must have extensive experience of planning and delivering caseloads, with strong crisis management skills and an understanding of the needs of victims experiencing sexual violence, particularly adults. You will have an approved and accredited ISVA qualification or a willingness to undertake the ISVA qualification.

You will be required to attend relevant meetings and will provide regular reports to your line manager and also undertake talks and presentations to local groups and agencies on the work of Family Matters, developing networks and partnerships and increasing the role of the service in the community. Good IT skills, knowledge of criminal justice issues and an understanding of the effects a court appearance can have on victims and witnesses of crime are also essential. 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 management for our external funders.

Hours: 21 hours per week. Between the hours of 8am-8pm when required, Monday to Friday. 3 days per week equivalent.

Pro rata Salary: £15,996 for the 21 hour role. £13,840 pro rata if not qualified but training will be provided to reach this qualification and salary when qualified.

Person specification

Essential – Personal qualities

An empathetic, non-judgemental and compassionate attitude and a genuine desire to support those affected by rape or sexual abuse.

Sound knowledge of the Criminal Justice System

Previous proven work with Gangs children/Young People

Good report writing

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to provide emotional support to others and quickly build a rapport with our clients in person or over telephone, email or instant messenger.

A calm and confident approach to supporting clients who may be vulnerable or distressed.

Exemplary communication skills with the ability to listen to, understand and address the requirements, concerns and questions of our clients.

Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise work

A team-player with a positive outlook and strong work ethic.

Self-awareness and emotional resilience.

Essential – Knowledge, Qualifications or Training

A good standard of English language.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of office management systems and procedures

A confident computer user with good ICT skills.

An awareness of confidentiality, data protection, safeguarding and appropriate boundaries.

Family Matters is committed to the safeguarding of children and adults at risk and adopts strict measures to ensure the safety of its clients. Family Matters expects all staff to work within its safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff undertake enhanced DBS checks

. You will be working in line with the Department of Education’s ‘Working together to safeguard children’ (DfE, 2018b)

Desirable: ISVA accreditation

Please send a CV and covering letter detailing your suitability for this role and why you want to work for Family Matters. 

The Hospital IDVA (HIDVA) will work within a dynamic, fast paced, crisis intervention, advocacy and support service to ensure the voice of survivors informs every stage of the process.

They will work directly with survivors in the hospitals, both patients and staff. Survivors are often in the immediate aftermath of a crisis, such as physical assault, drug/alcohol medical need, attempted suicide or self-harm and the HIDVA will provide high quality support focussing on a strengths based, needs led approach.

The post is being offered as a 6 month fixed term contract, however we hope to extend the role following this period, subject to funding. As this is a very short term contract, the post holder will receive a £1000 bonus at the end of the 6 month period, subject to passing their probation.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Referrals and Assessments

• Carry out needs and risk assessments, including DASH, to effectively establish client needs and enable support to be offered as quickly as possible.
• Produce safety plans with the client, enabling them to assess and manage risk(s) to their own safety.
• Attend Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) meetings and refer service users to MARAC when appropriate.
• Complete referrals to ongoing support services where appropriate.

Support to Survivors

• Be present in the hospitals to respond to referrals or requests for domestic abuse advice and to meet with survivors. 
• Ensure that survivors currently living in abusive situations are aware of their rights and options.  Give safety-planning advice and explain the effectiveness of criminal and civil sanctions available to them.
• Assist clients in gaining access to solicitors, benefits agencies, housing departments, education, medical treatment, counselling, support networks and community groups, employment support etc.
• Work in partnership with other agencies and services e.g. the police,  housing etc. to make referrals and to advocate for survivors.
• Recognise, respect and address the needs of survivors who face particular barriers when seeking help to access the service, including those from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds, LGBT communities, Gypsy Traveller Communities, disabled people, women with complex needs and other marginalised groups. 
• Safeguard the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk; working within safeguarding policies, Child Protection Procedures and local procedures for safeguarding adults at risk.
• Be aware of potential issues around Rights to Access Public Funds/Refuge Spaces for asylum seekers.
• Participate in an out of hours rota, providing a HIDVA service in the hospital on Friday evenings and weekend days as timetabled.

Partnership Working and Training

• Promote the HIDVA service in the hosptials through building positive relationships with hospital staff, in particular safeguarding teams and clinicians, to ensure a steady flow of appropriate referrals.
• Attend safeguarding, doctor and nurse handover meetings to screen patients for potential domestic abuse.
• Regularly deliver training to hospital staff to raise awareness of domestic abuse, safe enquiry and appropriate responding.

Personal Development

• Actively participate in regular clinical supervision.
• Participate in training and development events, as required.
• 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.

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.
• Ensure all client records, outcome and monitoring data is accurately recorded using the organisation’s case management system. Prepare additional information or reports for the monitoring and evaluation of the service, as required.
• Work within Rising Sun’s Health and Safety policy and guidance and to ensure your own health and safety and that of others at all times.
• Ensure the service is delivered in a culturally sensitive way for all service users, including challenging stigma and discrimination.
• Observe the organisation’s equal opportunities, confidentiality and data protection policies.
• Undertake other duties and responsibilities in keeping with the nature of this post, as may be required from time to time.

For a further information about the role and person specification please download the job pack. http://bit.ly/RSHIDVAFT

Background:

Suzy Lamplugh Trust is the UK’s pioneering personal safety charity and leading stalking authority, established in 1986 following the disappearance of 25-year-old Suzy Lamplugh whilst at work. We work towards creating a society in which people are safer - and feel safer - from the prevalence of stalking, harassment, aggression and violence, achieved through Supporting people; Education; and Campaigning. We run the National Stalking Helpline, which offers support and advice to thousands of victims of stalking every year, across the UK.

Purpose of Job:

To provide guidance and information, by telephone and email, to those affected by stalking.

Sessional work - Casual Work Agreement with no fixed hours.   Remote working will be required initially due to Covid-19 restrictions.

Closing date: Interviews will be scheduled as applications are received.

Please review attached Job Description and Person Specification. 

Please express your interest in and suitability for this position by submitting your CV and a supporting letter. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. 

The Weekend Hospital IDVA (HIDVA) will work within a dynamic, fast paced, crisis intervention, advocacy and support service to ensure the voice of survivors informs every stage of the process.

They will work directly with survivors in the hospitals, both patients and staff. Survivors are often in the immediate aftermath of a crisis, such as physical assault, drug/alcohol medical need, attempted suicide or self-harm and the HIDVA will provide high quality support focussing on a strengths based, needs led approach.

The post is being offered as a 6 month fixed term contract, however we hope to extend the role following this period, subject to funding. As this is a very short term contract, the post holder will receive a £1000 bonus at the end of the 6 month period, subject to passing their probation.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Referrals and Assessments

• Carry out needs and risk assessments, including DASH, to effectively establish client needs and enable support to be offered as quickly as possible.
• Produce safety plans with the client, enabling them to assess and manage risk(s) to their own safety.
• Attend Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) meetings and refer service users to MARAC when appropriate.
• Complete referrals to ongoing support services where appropriate.

Support to Survivors

• Be present in the hospitals to respond to referrals or requests for domestic abuse advice and to meet with survivors. 
• Ensure that survivors currently living in abusive situations are aware of their rights and options.  Give safety-planning advice and explain the effectiveness of criminal and civil sanctions available to them.
• Assist clients in gaining access to solicitors, benefits agencies, housing departments, education, medical treatment, counselling, support networks and community groups, employment support etc.
• Work in partnership with other agencies and services e.g. the police,  housing etc. to make referrals and to advocate for survivors.
• Recognise, respect and address the needs of survivors who face particular barriers when seeking help to access the service, including those from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds, LGBT communities, Gypsy Traveller Communities, disabled people, women with complex needs and other marginalised groups. 
• Safeguard the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk; working within safeguarding policies, Child Protection Procedures and local procedures for safeguarding adults at risk.
• Be aware of potential issues around Rights to Access Public Funds/Refuge Spaces for asylum seekers.
• Participate in an out of hours rota, providing a HIDVA service in the hospital on Friday evenings and weekend days as timetabled.

Partnership Working and Training

• Promote the HIDVA service in the hospitals through building positive relationships with hospital staff, in particular safeguarding teams and clinicians, to ensure a steady flow of appropriate referrals.
• Attend safeguarding, doctor and nurse handover meetings to screen patients for potential domestic abuse.

Personal Development

• Actively participate in regular clinical supervision.
• Participate in training and development events, as required.
• 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.

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.
• Ensure all client records, outcome and monitoring data is accurately recorded using the organisation’s case management system. Prepare additional information or reports for the monitoring and evaluation of the service, as required.
• Work within Rising Sun’s Health and Safety policy and guidance and to ensure your own health and safety and that of others at all times.
• Ensure the service is delivered in a culturally sensitive way for all service users, including challenging stigma and discrimination.
• Observe the organisation’s equal opportunities, confidentiality and data protection policies.
• Undertake other duties and responsibilities in keeping with the nature of this post, as may be required from time to time.

For a further information about the role and person specification please download the job pack. https://bit.ly/RSWeekendHIDVA

Victim Support is looking for an Independent Sexual Violence Adviser to work across South Cumbria.

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity for people affected by crime in England and Wales. We work towards a world where people affected by crime or traumatic events get the support they need and respect they deserve.

The main purpose of the job is to provide high quality pro-active service to victims of sexual violence and abuse (including children and young people), and deliver a service to those at highest risk and need. You will work within a multi-agency framework consisting of the Bridgeway SARC and other local partnership responses to sexual violence. You will work with survivors and other agencies to monitor the care pathway. This involves risk assessment, helping clients access their rights, along with any other services they require.

Experience of working with victims of sexual violence and other service providers and agencies in a statutory, voluntary, social or community setting would be an advantage although the right attitude and a willingness to learn are key.

You must have extensive experience of planning and delivering caseloads, with strong crisis management skills and an understanding of the needs of victims experiencing sexual violence. An approved and accredited ISVA qualification is preferable for this post although candidates with the right approach and a willingness work towards ISVA accreditation will also be considered.

You will be required to attend relevant meetings and will provide regular reports to your line manager. You will also undertake talks and presentations to local groups and agencies on the work of Victim Support, developing networks and partnerships and increasing the role of the service in the community.

To be successful in this role you should have good IT skills, knowledge of criminal justice issues and an understanding of the effects a court appearance can have on victims and witnesses of crime are also essential.

The salary is dependent on experience and qualifications and a reduced training salary will be offered of £20,910 pro rata per annum for 12 months for non-qualified staff.

VS 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 Disclosure and Barring Service checks will be required.

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 . 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 providing an inclusive and supportive environment for our staff. 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 welcome applicants from all communities and as part of our commitment to the we would particularly welcome applicants from BAME communities.

You will be working with survivors of domestic abuse, providing support and advocacy to address their immediate risk and safety needs whilst helping them take that first step on a pathway without fear and abuse. You will be delivering an educational intervention programme on a one to one basis with survivors of domestic abuse to aid their understanding of the dynamics of abuse and the impact on individuals and children.

We are seeking an empathetic individual who is dedicated to supporting survivors of domestic abuse achieve positive outcomes.

Changing Pathways is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and is open to women only (*Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).

Victim Support is recruiting for an experienced Senior Independent Domestic Violence Advocate to to lead our dynamic and dispersed IDVA team supporting survivors of domestic abuse in the boroughs of Bromley, Croydon and Sutton.

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity for people affected by crime in England and Wales. We work towards a world where people affected by crime or traumatic events.

The main purpose of the job is to effectively manage and develop a high quality, innovative and pro-active domestic abuse service for victims and their children, including those at highest risk as well as effectively motivate, develop, and performance manage a team of IDVA's across the boroughs of Bromley, Croydon and Sutton.

You will work primarily from the Princess Royal University Hospital in Bromley, helping to upskill health care professionals in the dynamics of domestic abuse, and providing immediate and ongoing support to patients who are identified as experiencing domestic abuse.

To be successful in this role, you will need to have an excellent understanding of domestic abuse, including the impact on victims and their children, and the legal and practical remedies available to these clients. Experience managing the delivery of domestic abuse services and managerial experience is necessary as well as having a thorough understanding of IDVA work. Experience of working in partnership with CJS and Health organisations will be beneficial.

You would also need to hold a SafeLives IDVA training certificate, a relevant degree, a vocational qualification or have equivalent experience.

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 (A). In order to apply, please create a profile in our website (jobs section), complete and submit an online application form.

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 providing an inclusive and supportive environment for our staff. 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 welcome applicants from all communities and as part of our commitment to the we would particularly welcome applicants from BAME communities.

Can you help Wales to be a better place to grow older? We are recruiting for a Health and Social Care Campaigns and Policy Officer to join the Age Cymru team and support the influencing work of Age Cymru. This 12 month FTC post will support the effective delivery of Age Cymru winter health campaigns, enabling Age Cymru to better support the health and wellbeing of older people across Wales.

Allwch chi helpu Cymru i fod yn lle gwell i heneiddio? Rydym yn recriwtio am Swyddog Polisi ac Ymgyrchoedd Iechyd a Gofal Cymdeithasol i ymuno â'r tîm Age Cymru a chefnogi gwaith dylanwadol Age Cymru. Bydd y swydd hon yn cefnogi darpariaeth effeithiol ymgyrchoedd iechyd Age Cymru dros y gaeaf, gan alluogi Age Cymru i ddarparu gwell cefnogaeth ar gyfer iechyd a lles yr henoed ledled Cymru.

If successful you will

* Implement Age Cymru health campaign plans ensuring they are promoted widely to a diverse audience across Wales.
* Develop and maintain relationships with external partners and organisations for the effective delivery of the Age Cymru health and social care campaigns.
* Support the influencing work of Age Cymru inclusive of health and care policy development, campaign research and public affairs support.
* Develop and maintain a resource of accurate, up to date information on issues affecting older people and support the development of any campaign publications or reports.

* Gweithredu cynlluniau ymgyrch iechyd Age Cymru a sicrhau eu bod nhw'n cael eu hyrwyddo'n eang i gynulleidfa amrywiol ledled Cymru.
* Datblygu a chynnal cysylltiadau gyda phartneriaid a sefydliadau allanol ar gyfer darparu ymgyrchoedd iechyd a gofal Age Cymru'n effeithiol
* I gefnogi gwaith dylanwadol Age Cymru, yn cynnwys datblygiad polisi iechyd a gofal, cefnogi ymchwil a chymorth materion cyhoeddus.
* Datblygu a chynnal adnoddau gan ddarparu gwybodaeth gywir a chyfoes ar faterion sy'n effeithio ar bobl hyn a chefnogi datblygiad unrhyw gyhoeddiadau neu adroddiadau ymgyrchoedd.

About you

You will have experience delivering public campaigns and engaging with diverse audiences.
You will need excellent influencing skills and the ability to work in partnership with other agencies including statutory and voluntary organisations.
You should have good knowledge of the Health and Social Care agenda in Wales, coupled with knowledge of issues affecting older people.
You'll have the ability to absorb and analyse complex material and apply it practically, along with the ability to exercise your own initiative, and prioritise and manage your own workload.
The ability to speak fluent Welsh would be beneficial but is not essential.
As part of your application please include a full covering letter detailing how you meet the criteria set out in the person specification.

* Bydd gennych brofiad o gyflwyno ymgyrchoedd cyhoeddus ac ymgysylltu gyda chynulleidfaoedd amrywiol.
* Byddwch angen sgiliau dylanwadu rhagorol a'r gallu i weithio mewn partneriaeth ag asiantaethau eraill gan gynnwys sefydliadau statudol a gwirfoddol.
* Dylech fod â gwybodaeth dda am yr agenda iechyd a gofal cymdeithasol bresennol yng Nghymru, ynghyd â gwybodaeth ynghylch materion sy'n effeithio ar bobl hyn.
* Bydd gennych y gallu i amsugno a dadansoddi deunydd cymhleth a'i gymhwyso'n ymarferol, ynghyd â'r gallu i ddefnyddio eich greddf eich hun, a blaenoriaethu a rheoli eich llwyth gwaith.
* Byddai'r gallu i siarad Cymraeg yn fanteisiol ond nid yw'n hanfodol.

Fel rhan o'ch cais cynhwyswch lythyr eglurhaol llawn yn manylu ar sut yr ydych yn bodloni'r meini prawf a amlinellir yn y fanyleb person os gwelwch yn dda

What we can offer

In return we can offer a generous holiday allowance 27 days made up of 24 choice days and 3 days to be used between Christmas & New Year - Including carry forward, Flexible Hours Working Scheme, Competitive Employer pension, Life assurance up to 4 times your annual salary, Healthcare cashback plan.

Yn gyfnewid, gallwn gynnig gwyliau hael o 27 diwrnod, yn cynnwys 24 diwrnod y gellir eu defnyddio at eich dibenion personol a 3 diwrnod y mae'n rhaid eu defnyddio rhwng y Nadolig a'r Flwyddyn Newydd - yn cynnwys cario gwyliau ymlaen, Cynllun Oriau Gwaith Hyblyg, Pensiwn Cyflogwr Cystadleuol, Yswiriant bywyd hyd at 4 gwaith eich cyflog blynyddol, cynllun arian yn ôl Gofal Iechyd.

Additional Information

For a full list of benefits please click here
Age UK and Age Cymru is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria. We welcome requests for flexible working.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

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Based in Reading

Permanent, part time position (22 hours per week)

Salary in the range £13,202 - £16,136 pa which is pro rata the full time equivalent range £22,204 - £27,138 pa

Having regard to the nature and context of the work, there is a genuine occupational requirement permitted under the Equality Act 2010 that this post is only available to women.

PACT’s Women’s Community Project is an innovative women’s community solution in Reading that uses a holistic approach to support women by empowering them to take control of their lives, make informed decisions and improve their life chances.

We are looking for a part time Support Worker to join the team. You will hold a case load of women and be involved in regular outcomes-focussed person-centred one to one support work and group based sessions. You will be expected to do support plans, follow-up meetings, write reports demonstrating outcomes, make referrals to Alana House partners and other local agencies, lead groups and facilitate drop-ins.  While currently based in Reading the role may involve outreach work across Berkshire and the Thames Valley.

Alana House delivers a range of projects through various funding partners and you will also have the opportunity to deliver and report on specific funding related activities within the Alana House service.

To succeed in this role you will need sound administrative skills in order to complete measurement tools and necessary reporting and have experience of supporting and working with vulnerable people, enabling them to positive changes in their lives and reduce chaotic lifestyles. 

Interested?  Further details and an application form are available on our website

Closing date:  noon, Friday 9th October 2020

Interview date: Wednesday 21st October 2020

PACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults therefore please note our recruitment procedure includes DBS checks and overseas checks (where applicable). Please note prospective employees will need to evidence they have the relevant permission to work in the UK.

No agencies please

Bromley & Croydon Women’s Aid is seeking to recruit a Young People’s Engagement Officer, a domestic abuse specialist who is passionate about working with young people. This post is funded by the Mayor of London’s Young Londoners Fund. 

The post holder will be required to demonstrate a good awareness and understanding of the effects of domestic abuse and the specific issues around the impact of domestic abuse and intimate relationship abuse on young people.

You must be able to work on your own initiative and as part of a team. The person we are looking for will also have experience of working with groups of young people to raise awareness of issues that may affect them, in particular around healthy relationships.

We are local domestic abuse service based in South London and are seeking a self-motivated, flexible and experienced individual to join our dynamic team to help us deliver excellent services to vulnerable women who have experienced domestic abuse and be committed to working in a non-discriminatory manner.

The post will require a mixture of home and on-site working, with access to office space.

Please note: availability for immediate start is desirable.

Job Title: Young People’s Outreach Officer

Hours: 28 hours/week over 4 days

Contract Type: Temporary (Currently funded until September 2021)

Salary: £20,571 (£25,714 FTE)

Application Deadline: 12pm Friday 2nd October

Interviews: (via Zoom): 7th & 8th October

Employee benefits we offer:

- A friendly, flexible and values-led organisation

- Competitive salary

- 25 days of annual holiday, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)

- Contributory pension scheme (5%)

- Training to help you perform your role and support your professional development

To download the Job Description, see bottom of page.

To apply, complete the online application form via our website.

If you haven’t heard from us within two weeks from application deadline, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Female applicants only. In light of the nature of work, the candidate’s gender is considered to be an occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010.

BCWA are an Equal Opportunities Employer

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