IDVA

Premier; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Belmont Recruitment is seeking an experienced Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) for a contracted 2-3 month period in Waltham Forest. The role focuses on empowering survivors, safety planning, and linking to housing, criminal justice, and employment support.

You will handle high-risk caseloads with trauma-informed care. The post requires IDVA or DAPA qualification or equivalent experience, strong risk assessment skills, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting survivors of domestic abuse or violence.
• Trauma-informed approach and ability to conduct risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist support to survivors of domestic and sexual abuse.
• Carry out risk and needs assessments, safety planning and ongoing risk management.
• Manage a caseload of high-risk survivors with trauma-informed support.

Skills

Empathy

Risk assessment

Crisis management

Communication

Education

IDVA/DAPA qualification

Job description

07 Nov, 2026# IDVA* CV-Library* Waltham Forest, Greater LondonCharity### Job DescriptionBelmont Recruitment are currently looking to speak with experienced Independent Domestic Violence Advisors, for a contracted 2-3 month period with potential for extension, working with a charity within Waltham Forest.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced domestic abuse professional who is passionate about empowering survivors, improving their safety and helping them access the practical, emotional and financial support they need to rebuild their lives.The Role:\\* Provide specialist support to survivors of domestic and sexual abuse.\\* Carry out comprehensive risk and needs assessments, safety planning and ongoing risk management.\\* Manage a caseload of high-risk survivors, providing tailored, trauma-informed support and intervention.\\* Advise and guide external professionals on domestic abuse, risk indicators, referral pathways and best practice.\\* Support survivors to improve their financial security and access employment, education and wider support services.\\* Advocate for survivors at multi-agency meetings, including MARAC, and liaise with housing, criminal justice and other relevant services.\\* Maintain accurate, confidential case records and contribute to service monitoring, outcome reporting and performance targets.\\* Full-time hoursEssential Requirements:\\* Strong understanding of those who have experienced domestic violence and the impact on the survivors and the practical barriers they face.\\* A recognised IDVA or DAPA qualification, such as CAADA/SafeLives or Women’s Aid training. This is desirable but not essential, candidates with relevant IDVA hands-on experience are encouraged to apply.\\* Experience undertaking risk assessments, safety planning and risk management.\\* Experience of managing a varying caseload of victims experiencing domestic abuse.\\* Awareness of the legal and housing issues affecting families escaping domestic violence and knowledge of the benefits system.\\* Knowledge of options available to survivors, including safe accommodation, criminal justice processes and civil remedies.\\* Excellent communication, organisational and crisis management skills.You will be a compassionate, proactive and non-judgemental domestic violence professional with a strong commitment to supporting survivors of domestic abuse.You will be confident working independently, managing complex cases and building effective partnerships with professionals to improve outcomes for survivors.Pay rate for this role is up to £20 - £22 per hour, depending on experience and interview.Important InformationThis role is open to female applicants only, as being female is considered a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010).Benefits of working with Belmont Recruitment;\\* Single point of contact consultant.\\* 24h support.\\* Regular communication updates.\\* Referral Benefit Scheme