Independent Sexual Violence Advocate (ISVA)

Staying Put; Bradford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A supportive charity organization in Bradford is seeking an Independent Sexual Violence Advocate to provide trauma-informed support to survivors. This part-time role (up to 18.75 hrs/week) offers a salary of £27,554- £28,735 pro-rata. Ideal candidates will have experience in supporting trauma survivors and a good understanding of the criminal justice system. Attractive benefits include 30 days annual leave and flexible working options.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexibility & hybrid working

Enhanced maternity pay

Workplace pension

Healthcare Scheme

Employee discount scheme

Training and development plans

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people affected by trauma, domestic abuse, or sexual violence.
• Strong team player with tact and diplomacy.
• Good understanding of the criminal justice system.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered, trauma-informed support to individuals.
• Help survivors navigate the Criminal Justice process.
• Work closely with multi-agency partners to ensure client advocacy.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Experience supporting trauma survivors

Job description

STAYING PUT– proud to provide vital support & services to the men, women & children of Bradford who are survivors of domestic abuse & sexual violence. We help people have better lives – and you can too.

With over 23 years’ experience of providing support to men, women and children who are survivors of domestic abuse & sexual violence in the Bradford area, we put our clients at the heart of what we do and are continually striving to make the survivors experience the very best it can be whilst accessing our services.

Our team of committed and dedicated colleagues work with passion and integrity to deliver a holistic package of integrated support in our fast-changing environment.

Independent Sexual Violence Advocate (ISVA)

Are you passionate about empowering survivors and creating safer communities?

Join Staying Put as an Independent Sexual Violence Advocate (ISVA) and help individuals rebuild confidence and control after experiencing sexual violence.

About the role

The aim of this role is to support individuals who have experienced, or are currently experiencing, sexual violence, through a whole family approach to safeguarding and support planning. As an ISVA, you’ll provide person-centered, trauma-informed support to people at all stages of the Criminal Justice process. You’ll help survivors understand their rights, navigate systems, and access emotional and practical support. Working closely with Police, CPS, courts, and partners, you’ll ensure every client’s voice and choice remain central.

Women only –

Due to the nature of the work, we can only accept applications from women under schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010

This is a part time role, up to 18.75 hrs per week, Monday to Friday £27,554 – £28,735 per annum pro rata (depending on qualifications).

About you

We are looking for someone who is empathetic, resilient, and committed to empowering others. With experience supporting people affected by trauma, domestic abuse, or sexual violence, you understand the value of emotional safety, inclusion, and advocacy. You will work confidently with multi-agency partners and bring strong communication and organisational skills. You will need to be a strong team player who possesses tact and diplomacy and can confidently communicate with people in distress. Experience of safeguarding practices are essential as is a proven track record of building positive working relationships. You will need to have a good understanding of the criminal justice system in order to support your clients through the court process.

About us

Staying Put are part of an exciting and innovative, multi-agency partnership working together with Family Action and Women Centre, to develop a ‘one system approach’ to families affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence.

We are proud to provide vital support and services to men, women and children of Bradford who are survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence. We help people have better lives – and you can too.

We are looking for enthusiastic, experienced, engaged and highly motivated people to join our expanding team.

Be part of an organisation that makes a difference and where 85% of colleagues agree or strongly agree they feel valued.

We want to be a great place to work so have attractive benefits;

• 30 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexibility & hybrid working where possible
• Enhanced maternity pay after 1 year
• Workplace pension
• Healthcare Scheme after probation
• Employee discount scheme & wellbeing platform
• Being part of a friendly, supportive team Living Wage employer
• We work with Mindful Work Practices
• Free on-site parking at most sites
• Being part of an inclusive & diverse organisation
• Training and development plans

Closing date :

5pm Monday 24th November

Shortlisting date :

26th November

Interview date :

4th December

Application Information

To find out more and apply for this exciting role please visit our website https://stayingput.org.uk/independent-sexual-violence-advocate/

Here you can download the job description and application form. Please submit completed applications to [e-mail]. CVs will not be accepted.

We expect a high volume of applications so unfortunately, we will not be able to respond to all applications individually. If you have not heard from us after the shortlisting dates please consider that you have not been successful on this occasion.