Independent Advocate - Bank

POhWER; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization is looking for a part-time Bank Advocate to provide advocacy and information services to individuals, enabling them to make effective decisions regarding their health and social care. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, excellent IT skills, and attention to detail. This is a remote role with flexible hours varying from 9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday, and requires travel around the Cambridgeshire area. Application deadline is December 31, 2025.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and time-management skills to work remotely.
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Attention to detail to ensure accurate record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in making effective decisions about their health.
• Provide advocacy and information services.
• Ensure clients' voices are heard.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Time-management skills

Excellent IT skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

If you are looking for a flexible part‑time role with a values‑based organisation that has the people we support at the heart of everything we do, this is the role for you.

At POhWER, we are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives and pushing boundaries to create an impact. As one of our casual workers, you will bring this to life. If you are ready to take on a role that impacts your community and thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment, you will be the perfect match for one of our Bank Advocate roles.

Hours of Work

Bank worker – hours will be varied: 9am‑5pm, Monday – Friday as required.

Location

Home based with travel around the Cambridgeshire area. Applicants should live in the Cambridgeshire area, have a full driver’s licence and access to their own transport. We are happy to consider applications from outside the posted location.

Notes

You will be expected to take a flexible approach and may need to commute outside your specified borough. Mileage will be covered within our policy.

Salary

£12.60 per hour

Contract Type

Bank

Independent Advocate Requirements

• Strong communication and time‑management skills to work remotely.
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, and ability to learn client‑management databases.
• Attention to detail to ensure accurate record keeping and reporting to meet tight deadlines.

Desirable

• Previous experience in advocacy, information and advice, or a similar role within health, social care or the voluntary sector.
• Demonstrable experience working with vulnerable adults.
• Working knowledge of public and voluntary organisations.

Meet the Organisation

At POhWER, we are committed to empowering individuals and enabling their voices to be heard. We provide advocacy and information services to support people in making effective decisions about their health and social care. Our team is dedicated to listening, exploring options, and taking action to meet our clients’ best interests.

Think you are the perfect fit for this Independent Advocate role? Don’t wait! Apply now with your CV and cover letter.

Application Details

Closing Date: 9 am, Wednesday 31st December 2025 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy early).

Interview Date: TBC

EEO & Equality Statement

POhWER is an equal‑opportunity employer and a member of the MINDFUL EMPLOYER scheme. We are a Level 2 Disability Confidence Scheme employer and ensure that disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria are guaranteed an interview. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities, and particularly welcome candidates from groups currently under‑represented in our workforce. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered.

Other Information

Enhanced DBS and National Offender Management Service vetting will be conducted for this position. We proudly support colleagues from the armed forces and celebrate the Armed Forces Covenant.