Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)

Fortalice; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Fortalice in Bolton is seeking an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to provide high-quality support to victims of domestic abuse, prioritising those at highest risk. You will advocate within a multi-agency framework, including MARAC, and work to reduce further abuse.

Candidates should hold a SafeLives IDVA training certificate or have relevant experience. A strong understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on victims and their children is essential, as is knowledge of local Bolton

Qualifications

• Must hold SafeLives IDVA training certificate or have relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on victims and children.
• Familiar with risk assessment, safety planning and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support to victims of domestic abuse, focusing on those at highest risk and advocating for them.
• Work within a multi-agency framework, including MARAC and local partnerships.
• Engage with Bolton’s domestic abuse services and support language, cultural and faith barriers as needed.

Skills

Trauma-informed approach

Empathy

Risk assessment

Job description

Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)

Job Title: Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)

Hours: 18.5 hours per week

Job type: Temporary until 31 st March 2029, with the possibility of extension subject to successful funding

Hourly rate: £15.15

Do you have a resilient and empathic personality and a genuine passion for supporting people? We have an exciting opportunity to recruit an IDVA to join our highly experienced team. If you have experience of supporting individuals with complex needs from a trauma informed perspective, then Fortalice wants to hear from you!

Purpose of the role:

Provide high-quality support to victims of domestic abuse, focusing on those at highest risk and advocating for them. Aim to reduce further abuse while working within a multi-agency framework, including MARAC and local partnerships. We encourage applications from individuals experienced in working with the BAME community who can address language, cultural, and faith barriers, enhancing engagement with Fortalice’s domestic abuse support services.

Candidates should hold a SafeLives IDVA training certificate or have relevant experience working with domestic abuse victims. A strong understanding of domestic abuse, its impact on victims and their children, and knowledge of Bolton’s domestic abuse services is essential. Additionally, candidates must be familiar with risk assessment, safety planning, and risk management principles to effectively support and guide victims.