Independent Domestic Violence Advocate

REFUGE; England; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Independent Domestic Violence Advocate to support women and children affected by domestic violence. In this vital role, you will provide essential advocacy and support to those at the highest risk, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs met. You will collaborate with partner agencies to foster a safe environment and improve responses to all forms of gender-based violence. If you are driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact and support vulnerable individuals, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in advocacy and support for survivors of domestic abuse.
• Strong understanding of gender-based violence and its impact.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality independent advocacy to survivors of domestic abuse.
• Work with partner agencies to enhance responses to gender-based violence.

Skills

Empathy

Advocacy

Knowledge of domestic violence

Communication Skills

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Independent Domestic Violence Advocate

Location: Warwickshire
Salary: £25,857.12 per annum
Contract type: Full Time, Fixed Term Contract (21/01/2026)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

We want kind and empathic people to work at Refuge, who believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion, are experts in their area of knowledge, want to make a positive difference and improve the lives of the women and children we support.

This is an opportunity to join Refuge as an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate supporting women and children who are impacted by domestic violence. You will work closely with victims of domestic abuse from the point of crisis, to provide high quality independent advocacy and support to survivors of domestic abuse at the highest risk and their children.

The role will be part of increasing the ability of partner agencies to recognize, reject and respond appropriately and safely to all forms of gender-based violence (including domestic violence, sexual, financial, and emotional abuse, female genital mutilation, forced marriage and honor-based violence).

This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Closing Date: 6 May 2025
Interview Date: 15 May 2025