Independent Advocate - Spot Purchase

POhWER; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A values-based organization in Birmingham seeks a part-time Independent Advocate to support vulnerable individuals. The role involves remote work with travel and requires excellent communication and IT skills. The ideal candidate will have experience in advocacy or health/social care and be committed to empowering individuals. Apply now with your CV and cover letter before the closing date.

Qualifications

• Experience in advocacy or similar role in health/social care is beneficial.
• Experience working with vulnerable adults is desirable.
• Knowledge of public and voluntary organisations.

Responsibilities

• Work remotely while managing time effectively.
• Ensure accurate recording of records and reporting.
• Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Time management

Excellent IT skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Client management databases

Job description

Overview

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 push boundaries to make an impact. As one of our casual workers, you will be able to 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.

We have a diverse range of employees, bank workers and volunteers from different backgrounds. Previous or current job roles and experiences working with vulnerable people is beneficial; however we are focused on recruiting based on values and the passion to make a difference.

Role details

Hours of Work: Bank worker – hours will be varied; hours to be between 9am – 5pm Monday – Friday as required.

Location: Home based with travel around the Birmingham area.

Applicants should live in the Birmingham area, have a full driver’s licence and access to their own transport. You may be asked to take a flexible approach and potentially commute outside of your specified borough. Mileage is covered within our policy.

Due to the requirements of this role we are happy to also consider applications from outside of the posted location.

Salary: £12.60 per hour

Contract Type: Bank

Independent Advocate Requirements

• Strong communication and time management skills to successfully work remotely.
• Excellent IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and the ability to learn software packages such as client management databases.
• Attention to detail to ensure accurate recording of records 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: Who We Are and What We Do

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.

Application

Think you are the perfect fit for this Independent Advocate role? Apply now with your CV and cover letter.

Closing Date: 9:00 AM, Friday 10 October 2025 (we reserve the right to close this vacancy early).

Interview Date: To be confirmed.

For an informal discussion please contact [e-mail].

An Enhanced DBS check and National Offender Management Service vetting will be conducted for this position.

Additional Information

We’re proud to support our colleagues from the armed forces signing the Armed Forces Covenant. Successful applicants will need to obtain business insurance for their own vehicle.

POhWER is an equal opportunities employer and a member of several recognised schemes. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and abilities, and particularly welcome candidates from groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. We offer family-friendly policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support people from different backgrounds.