Trauma-Informed CHISVA: Frontline Youth Support

Red Snapper Recruitment LTD; Sandwell; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Wellbeing day

Employer pension 5%

Mileage allowance

Training & development

Employee Assistance Programme

Group supervision with counsellor

Leave buy-back

Staff away days

TOIL

Job summary

Red Snapper Recruitment LTD is recruiting for a Children's Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (CHISVA) to support children and young people aged 5-18 across Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley. The role is office-based and not hybrid, with a 37.5-hour week.

The successful candidate will provide trauma-informed, age-appropriate support, work with families, and liaise with partner agencies, while handling safeguarding and court-related processes. A full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Experience safeguarding children and young people.
• Experience supporting ages 5-18.
• Experience managing caseloads with complex needs.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to children/young people who experienced sexual violence or abuse.
• Manage caseloads, risk & needs assessments, safeguarding, advocacy, planning & reviews.
• Support parents to understand trauma and strategies to help their children.
• Attend multi-agency CIN/TAF meetings.
• Support children engaging with the Criminal Justice System (interviews, court visits).
• Assist with CICA claims and Victims' Rights to Review processes.
• Maintain effective working relationships with external agencies and professionals.
• Facilitate group work and awareness sessions on trauma impact.
• Maintain accurate case records and reports.
• Safeguarding concerns identified, managed and escalated.

Skills

Caseload management

Multi-agency liaison

Trauma-informed practice

Communication skills

Child protection awareness

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Red Snapper Recruitment LTD is recruiting for a Children's Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (CHISVA) to support children and young people aged 5-18 across Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley. The role is office-based and not hybrid, with a 37.5-hour week.

The successful candidate will provide trauma-informed, age-appropriate support, work with families, and liaise with partner agencies, while handling safeguarding and court-related processes. A full UK driving licence is required.