Independent Sexual Violence Advocate

Community Impact Bucks; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 28 days pro rata

24/7 emotional & practical support

Professional development budget

Job summary

Community Impact Bucks is seeking an Independent Sexual Violence Advocate (ISVA) to deliver advocacy support to survivors across Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes. You will provide practical and emotional assistance to those engaging with the criminal justice system, addressing safety concerns and coordinating with partner agencies.

This post requires an enhanced DBS check and is open to women only as part of safeguarding policy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ISVA support to survivors across Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes.
• Provide practical and emotional support to survivors engaging with the criminal justice system.
• Coordinate with relevant services and agencies to address safety concerns.

Job description

• 28 days annual leave pro rata, plus bank holidays.
• 24/7 emotional and practical support and external clinical supervision
• A generous individual training budget to support your ongoing professional development

The postholder will be responsible for delivering Independent Sexual Violence Advocacy (ISVA) support to survivors of sexual violence across Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes. As an ISVA, the postholder will provide practical and emotional support to survivors who are engaging or considering engaging with the criminal justice system, addressing their safety concerns and supporting them to liaise with appropriate agencies and services.

This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and open to women only. (exempt under the Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1). We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the community we work in and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ people.