IDVA Independent Domestic Violence Advisor in Blackpool)

Ad Warrior Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A domestic violence support organization in the UK is seeking an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to manage high-profile casework and support survivors in regaining control of their lives. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing caseloads and possess a deep understanding of domestic violence and its impacts. The role offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including ongoing training and support within a values-driven team environment.

Benefits

Birthday day off

Employee Assistance Programme

Contributory pension scheme

Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• At least one year's experience in supporting service users.
• Knowledge of abusive behaviors within relationships.
• Ability to address safeguarding issues appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Manage high profile/intensive case work.
• Establish risks and needs of survivors.
• Support empowerment of survivors to regain control.

Skills

Knowledge of domestic violence and its impact

Understanding of safeguarding issues

Experience managing a caseload

Experience of partnership working

Familiarity with computer-based systems

Job description

IDVA Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)

Location: FCWA Offices, 77 Montague Street, Blackpool, FY4 1AT

Salary : £26,500 (unqualified) - £28,500 (qualified or after 2 years of service)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00 pm)

Closing Date: 24th December 2025

Main Purpose and Scope of the Job

FCWA is an innovative, exciting, and friendly organisation run by a staff team who are passionate about bringing an end to domestic and sexual violence. Our work is holistic and empowering, working alongside survivors to achieve independent lives free from abuse.

The IDVA Role and Key Responsibilities

• The IDVA will manage high profile / intensive case work
• To establish the risks to and the needs of survivors, identifying and prioritising those at the highest risk
• To support the empowerment of survivors, assisting them to recognise the dynamics of domestic abuse present in their own situation, and to help them regain control of their lives
• To ensure that SafeLives DASH Risk assessment, Individual Safety & Support Plans are completed and updated on a regular basis.
• To ensure that support planning is outcome focused and that clients inform the type and level of support that they receive.

Skills and Qualifications

• Knowledge of domestic violence its impact on victims and their children (physical, emotional, financial and sexual, with knowledge of 'honour- based violence', forced marriage and Female Genital Mutilation)
• Knowledge of perpetrators abusive behaviours within relationships, including family relationships, male victims and same sex relationships.
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues and ability to address them appropriately.
• At least one years' experience of managing a caseload and of supporting service users.
• Experience of partnership working and of maintaining excellent working relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Previous experience of using computer-based systems to accurately record work and client details.

Benefits

• Birthday day off
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular staff support sessions
• Contributory pension scheme
• Death in Service insurance
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Friendly, values-driven team environment

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for FCWA, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

https://www.fcwa.co.uk/get-involved/work-with-fcwa/

Please note that we reserve the right to withdraw or close this vacancy at any time.

This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and clearance.