Independent Domestic Violence Advocate

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Independent Domestic Violence Advocate to join their London team. This hybrid role offers the chance to work both from home and the office while making a significant impact on the lives of domestic abuse victims. You will implement effective strategies to enhance safety and provide crucial support services. With a focus on multi-agency collaboration, you will ensure that the needs of victims aged 16+ are prioritized. This position not only offers a competitive salary but also a range of benefits including flexible working options, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working options

28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Additional day off for your birthday

Pension with 5% employer contribution

Discounts and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Knowledge of barriers and support needs of domestic abuse victims.
• Understanding of legal responsibilities related to domestic abuse.

Responsibilities

• Implement effective ways of working with victims to increase safety.
• Provide high-quality services to victims of domestic abuse.

Skills

Knowledge of help-seeking barriers

Understanding of domestic abuse impacts

Skills in risk assessment

Excellent communication skills

Crisis management skills

Job description

Independent Domestic Violence Advocate, London

We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate to join our team in London, working 37.5 hours a week. This is a hybrid role, working both from home and our London office, with travel to meet clients.

Location: Islington, 3rd Floor, 5-7 Singer Street, London, EC2A 4AP

Salary: Qualified: £30,850 per annum (including £2,800 London Weighting Allowance); Unqualified: £28,810 per annum (including £2,800 London Weighting Allowance)

Contract: Permanent

Requirements: EU work permit, DBS check, and police vetting (not required).

Responsibilities:

1. Implement effective ways of working with victims and support networks to increase safety and reduce harm.
2. Provide high-quality, front-line services to victims of domestic abuse, prioritizing according to risk, focusing on victims aged 16+.
3. Work within multi-agency frameworks, including MARAC and local partnerships, to keep safety central to services.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Knowledge of help-seeking barriers and support needs of domestic abuse victims.
• Understanding of domestic abuse impacts and legal responsibilities.
• Skills in risk assessment, safety planning, and risk management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Strong crisis management skills and ability to handle stressful situations.

Benefits:

• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days.
• Additional day off for your birthday.
• Pension with 5% employer contribution.
• Discounts, wellbeing support, training, and career development opportunities.

If you are resilient, adaptable, and committed to making a difference, we would love to hear from you.