Child Independent Domestic Violence Advocate - Fixed Term Contract until 31/3/27

Warrington Borough Council; Warrington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Warrington is seeking a Child Independent Domestic Violence Advocate to support children aged 6-11 who have experienced domestic abuse. You will advocate for children's needs and deliver trauma-informed support. The ideal candidate has experience with families affected by domestic abuse and a commitment to child-centered approaches.

Benefits

26 days annual holiday

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Access to benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience supporting families affected by domestic abuse.
• Knowledge of the impact of domestic abuse on children.
• Experience working with children aged 6–11 using direct work tools.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 6-11 who have experienced domestic abuse.
• Manage a caseload providing 1-2-1 support mainly from educational settings.
• Deliver awareness sessions to agencies about the impact of domestic abuse.

Skills

Experience supporting families affected by domestic abuse

Knowledge of the impact of domestic abuse on children

Experience working with children aged 6–11

Understanding of neurodiversity

Ability to identify signs of abuse

Strong safeguarding knowledge

Experience delivering support in group settings

Ability to work independently

Strong communication skills

Commitment to trauma-informed practice

Job description

Child Independent Domestic Violence Advocate - Fixed Term Contract until 31/3/27

About us

An opportunity has arisen to join Warrington’s Domestic Abuse Hub in a new role as a Child Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (CHIDVA). This is an exciting time to join the expanding team and add to the outstanding work the DA Hub deliver across Warrington.

The role

This role focuses on supporting children aged 6-11 who have experienced domestic abuse. You will work directly with children and their non-abusive parent to deliver trauma-informed, therapeutic interventions that reflect the child’s lived experience and promote healing, safety, and resilience. You will provide awareness sessions to agencies on the impact domestic abuse has on children, their development and learning and promote the CHIDVA support offer.

As a CHIDVA, you will manage a caseload, providing 1-2-1 support mainly from education settings, family hubs, community settings, and home visits. You will deliver small group programmes, and advocate for the child’s voice to be central in decision-making processes, ensuring their needs are understood and met by professionals across the system. You will work closely with education settings and play a leading role to ensure timely, appropriate support is in place. You will work closely with Children’s Services and multi-agency partners to raise awareness of the impact domestic abuse has on children, support to deliver training, and promote the CHIDVA service offer across Warrington.

What's needed?

• Experience supporting families affected by domestic abuse.
• Knowledge of the impact of domestic abuse on unborn babies, infants, and children.
• Experience working with children aged 6–11 using a range of direct work tools and approaches.
• Understanding of neurodiversity and its influence on children’s behaviour and engagement.
• Ability to identify signs of abuse and understand its emotional and developmental impact.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and ability to follow procedures effectively.
• Experience delivering support in both group and individual settings.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multi-agency frameworks.
• Strong communication skills and adaptability to engage with children of varying ages and needs.
• A detailed understanding of risk assessment and safety planning principles.
• Commitment to trauma-informed practice and child‑centred approaches.

Benefits

As well as a competitive salary, working for us means you get:

• 26 days annual holiday – raising to 31 after 5 years of service (pro‑ratio)
• Access to our attractive and competitive benefits package
• Access to our Health & Wellbeing Programme

Key Dates & Further Information

If you would like an informal discussion before applying, please contact: Billy Cragg‑Hughes [e-mail]

Closing date: Tuesday 09December 2025

Interview date: Monday 15December 2025

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

If you are a permanent WBC employee you will need to apply for this fixed term position as an internal secondment opportunity and will need to discuss this with your current line manager prior to applying.

DBS clearance is required.

Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer

Warrington Borough Council Offices, 1 Time Square, Warrington, WA1 2NT