Victim Support is recruiting for an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to support high risk victims of domestic abuse living in Central Bedfordshire. This is a full time role on a fixed term contract until 31st March 2026, which may be extended subject to funding. Hybrid working would be available for this role. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: We are looking for an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA). This is a full time role on fixed term contract. Hybrid working would be available for this role. The aim of this role is to support victims of domestic abuse who live in Central Bedfordshire. This role will be part of our other wider specialist services covering Bedfordshire. As an IDVA you will be: Providing a high quality support and advocacy service to victims of domestic abuse. Managing a caseload; identifying and assessing risks and needs, providing a tailored crisis intervention service trough individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. Working with other agencies and advocating on behalf of service users in order to help them access services to keep them safe. Working within a multi-agency framework consisting of partners as well as MARAC and other local partnerships to offer a coordinated response to domestic abuse. Promoting the service and raise awareness of domestic abuse through the delivery of training You will need: Experience of working in support and advocacy with victims of domestic abuse is advantageous To be able to prioritise work and deal with competing or conflicting demands/needs and interests and promote organisation interests and values. To ideally hold a SafeLives IDVA accreditation, relevant degree, vocational qualification or relevant experience of delivering a service and working with domestic abuse victim's/service users in a statutory, voluntary or community work setting. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We looking forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Sep 03, 2025
Full time
Victim Support is recruiting for an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to support high risk victims of domestic abuse living in Central Bedfordshire. This is a full time role on a fixed term contract until 31st March 2026, which may be extended subject to funding. Hybrid working would be available for this role. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: We are looking for an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA). This is a full time role on fixed term contract. Hybrid working would be available for this role. The aim of this role is to support victims of domestic abuse who live in Central Bedfordshire. This role will be part of our other wider specialist services covering Bedfordshire. As an IDVA you will be: Providing a high quality support and advocacy service to victims of domestic abuse. Managing a caseload; identifying and assessing risks and needs, providing a tailored crisis intervention service trough individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. Working with other agencies and advocating on behalf of service users in order to help them access services to keep them safe. Working within a multi-agency framework consisting of partners as well as MARAC and other local partnerships to offer a coordinated response to domestic abuse. Promoting the service and raise awareness of domestic abuse through the delivery of training You will need: Experience of working in support and advocacy with victims of domestic abuse is advantageous To be able to prioritise work and deal with competing or conflicting demands/needs and interests and promote organisation interests and values. To ideally hold a SafeLives IDVA accreditation, relevant degree, vocational qualification or relevant experience of delivering a service and working with domestic abuse victim's/service users in a statutory, voluntary or community work setting. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We looking forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact through supporting domestic abuse survivors? Do you want to make a difference to someone's life every single day? Do you have resilience and adaptability? Do you thrive working in a busy environment, where you'd become part of a close-knit team that has a real impact in Derbyshire? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you! Our client has an exciting role working as part of their established Community IDVA Team offering proactive support to individuals experiencing domestic abuse, assessed as high risk. They're looking for an experienced domestic abuse professional to join their Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) team. Their IDVAs have key roles within their community, as they provide short to medium term support to high-risk victim/survivors of domestic abuse empowering survivors to understand and overcome their current situation, allowing them to move forward and regain control of their lives. Job requirements Manage your case load, making sure each victim/survivor referred receives the appropriate service that fits their individual needs. Complete risk assessments, safety plans, and referrals to other agencies using an evidence-based risk identification checklist and support plan. Work within a multi-agency framework including MARAC, the police, health professionals, child protection, housing practitioners and other voluntary and statutory specialists. Provide practical, emotional and advocacy support that empowers victims of abuse and empowers them to overcome their current situation. You'll focus on safety planning, practical safety measures and the use of civil and criminal justice systems to increase protection. Work in partnership, where relevant/appropriate, with the perpetrator intervention service, making sure all necessary processes are carried out to maintain the safety of the victim/survivor. Keep victims/survivors at the heart of everything you do and keep them informed. Provide access to services and support organisations to help them achieve their goals. Deliver support in locations that are safe, accessible and flexible to the needs of the victim/survivor and the service. What they're looking for A good level of education including GCSE English and maths, or equivalent. Substantial experience of directly supporting adults who have experienced domestic abuse or who have other complex needs. A formal qualification, such as a recognised IDVA qualification, or the willingness to complete this. A good understanding of domestic abuse, including the impact on those affected by it and the legal and practical remedies available to them. An understanding of safeguarding issues and procedures and legislation relating to domestic violence. Full UK driving licence and use of your own vehicle for work. DBS check. Police vetted. Be a catalyst for change and help them impact the way their region addresses abusive relationships. Apply now! Please note - they will be interviewing as they go, and so the vacancy may close earlier than stated if they find the right person.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact through supporting domestic abuse survivors? Do you want to make a difference to someone's life every single day? Do you have resilience and adaptability? Do you thrive working in a busy environment, where you'd become part of a close-knit team that has a real impact in Derbyshire? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you! Our client has an exciting role working as part of their established Community IDVA Team offering proactive support to individuals experiencing domestic abuse, assessed as high risk. They're looking for an experienced domestic abuse professional to join their Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) team. Their IDVAs have key roles within their community, as they provide short to medium term support to high-risk victim/survivors of domestic abuse empowering survivors to understand and overcome their current situation, allowing them to move forward and regain control of their lives. Job requirements Manage your case load, making sure each victim/survivor referred receives the appropriate service that fits their individual needs. Complete risk assessments, safety plans, and referrals to other agencies using an evidence-based risk identification checklist and support plan. Work within a multi-agency framework including MARAC, the police, health professionals, child protection, housing practitioners and other voluntary and statutory specialists. Provide practical, emotional and advocacy support that empowers victims of abuse and empowers them to overcome their current situation. You'll focus on safety planning, practical safety measures and the use of civil and criminal justice systems to increase protection. Work in partnership, where relevant/appropriate, with the perpetrator intervention service, making sure all necessary processes are carried out to maintain the safety of the victim/survivor. Keep victims/survivors at the heart of everything you do and keep them informed. Provide access to services and support organisations to help them achieve their goals. Deliver support in locations that are safe, accessible and flexible to the needs of the victim/survivor and the service. What they're looking for A good level of education including GCSE English and maths, or equivalent. Substantial experience of directly supporting adults who have experienced domestic abuse or who have other complex needs. A formal qualification, such as a recognised IDVA qualification, or the willingness to complete this. A good understanding of domestic abuse, including the impact on those affected by it and the legal and practical remedies available to them. An understanding of safeguarding issues and procedures and legislation relating to domestic violence. Full UK driving licence and use of your own vehicle for work. DBS check. Police vetted. Be a catalyst for change and help them impact the way their region addresses abusive relationships. Apply now! Please note - they will be interviewing as they go, and so the vacancy may close earlier than stated if they find the right person.
Role: Hospital Independent Domestic and Sexual Violence Advisor (IDSVA) Location: Bristol Salary: £27,700 £29,000 (depending on experience) Contract: Full-time Fixed Term Contract until the end of March 2026 with a strong chance of the role becoming a permanent opportunity (subject to funding) Are you passionate about supporting survivors of domestic and sexual abuse? Do you want to make a difference at a critical point in someone s life? Our client, a highly specialist charity in the Southwest, is currently recruiting for several Hospital based Independent Domestic and Sexual Violence Advocates to work across A&E and Maternity Departments in Bristol. As a Hospital IDSVA, you ll work directly within a busy hospital environment, providing crisis intervention, risk assessment, safety planning, and ongoing practical support to patients experiencing domestic and/ or sexual abuse. You ll liaise closely with hospital staff, safeguarding teams, and external agencies to ensure survivors receive the protection, care, and respect they deserve. Key Responsibilities Providing immediate advice and support at the point of crisis, making A&E a safe space where support is provided and choices are offered Providing support to enable survivors to safely maintain their current accommodation, access welfare benefits, legal advice alternative housing, and support services Making appropriate safeguarding and MARAC referrals; provide support for up to 4 weeks and make referrals for ongoing support Working closely alongside hospital staff, providing training, expert advice and raising awareness to support the disclosure of domestic violence and abuse What they are looking for: Proven experience working with survivors of domestic and/or sexual abuse within the VAWG sector and/ or a related sector (including Mental Health, Substance Misuse, Supported Housing and Social Services) Knowledge of safeguarding and multi-agency working Strong communication, empathy, and crisis management skills Why work for them: Be part of a passionate, expert-led team making real impact Receive regular training and supervision and have access to professional development opportunities For more information, please call the team on (phone number removed) and ask to speak to Ria or Molly or email us your CV at (url removed) Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
Role: Hospital Independent Domestic and Sexual Violence Advisor (IDSVA) Location: Bristol Salary: £27,700 £29,000 (depending on experience) Contract: Full-time Fixed Term Contract until the end of March 2026 with a strong chance of the role becoming a permanent opportunity (subject to funding) Are you passionate about supporting survivors of domestic and sexual abuse? Do you want to make a difference at a critical point in someone s life? Our client, a highly specialist charity in the Southwest, is currently recruiting for several Hospital based Independent Domestic and Sexual Violence Advocates to work across A&E and Maternity Departments in Bristol. As a Hospital IDSVA, you ll work directly within a busy hospital environment, providing crisis intervention, risk assessment, safety planning, and ongoing practical support to patients experiencing domestic and/ or sexual abuse. You ll liaise closely with hospital staff, safeguarding teams, and external agencies to ensure survivors receive the protection, care, and respect they deserve. Key Responsibilities Providing immediate advice and support at the point of crisis, making A&E a safe space where support is provided and choices are offered Providing support to enable survivors to safely maintain their current accommodation, access welfare benefits, legal advice alternative housing, and support services Making appropriate safeguarding and MARAC referrals; provide support for up to 4 weeks and make referrals for ongoing support Working closely alongside hospital staff, providing training, expert advice and raising awareness to support the disclosure of domestic violence and abuse What they are looking for: Proven experience working with survivors of domestic and/or sexual abuse within the VAWG sector and/ or a related sector (including Mental Health, Substance Misuse, Supported Housing and Social Services) Knowledge of safeguarding and multi-agency working Strong communication, empathy, and crisis management skills Why work for them: Be part of a passionate, expert-led team making real impact Receive regular training and supervision and have access to professional development opportunities For more information, please call the team on (phone number removed) and ask to speak to Ria or Molly or email us your CV at (url removed) Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
Mobile Support Worker Ealing, London (office and field based) About Us Housing for Women is a registered charity and independent housing association. We champion female empowerment by providing and promoting affordable homes for women and gender-specific support services. Since 1934, we have been working to build a more equal society for women, a world where everyone has a safe roof over their head regardless of circumstance, where violence against women is no longer tolerated. We are now looking for a Mobile Support Worker to join us on a part-time basis, working 18.75 hours per week, for a fixed term contract until 31st March 2027. The Benefits - Salary of £32,416.94 per annum (pro rata) - Attractive pension scheme - Perkbox - Buying and selling annual leave - Health Shield - Season Ticket loan - Subsidised gym membership - Course Funding This is a meaningful opportunity for a compassionate professional with experience working with adults in a related social care setting to join our dedicated organisation, standing alongside women as they rebuild their lives and futures. You'll be part of a team that believes every woman deserves safety, dignity, and the chance to thrive, knowing that your daily efforts are helping to create a more equal society where women and children can flourish free from fear. This is more than just a job - it's a chance to stand with women, champion change, and be part of something truly meaningful. Apply today and help us continue our vital mission. The Role As a Mobile Support Worker, you will provide compassionate and practical support to women and their children across our supported housing services. Managing your own caseload and key work, you will step into placements covering short and medium-term vacancies, supporting women experiencing domestic violence, resettling after prison, or managing complex needs. You will conduct risk assessments, develop individual support plans, and advocate for women's housing, welfare, and legal rights. Practical and emotional support will be at the heart of your work, from helping with benefits applications and accessing healthcare, to facilitating group sessions that build life skills, resilience, and understanding of issues such as substance use and mental health. Additionally, you will: - Manage housing responsibilities - Support move-on strategies and provide ongoing advice to women leaving the service - Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with safeguarding, confidentiality, and quality standards About You To be considered as a Mobile Support Worker, you will need: - Experience of working with adults in a related social care setting - Experience of working in a support role to promote independence - Demonstrable experience of undertaking individual assessments - An understanding of local and national approaches to tackling domestic abuse - Up-to-date knowledge of legal rights - A qualification or relevant training regarding the issues around domestic violence and abuse, problematic substance misuse and the criminal justice system You will also need training in relevant topics, including legal, housing, welfare rights, safeguarding and Protection of Vulnerable Adults (POVA). Please note, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and open to women only (as per exemptions under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1). Candidates interested in applying should attach a cover letter outlining how they meet the essential criteria specified in the person specification as well as how they think they meet Housing for Women's EPIC values. Other organisations may call this role DVA, IDVA, Domestic Violence Advisor, Independent Domestic Violence Advisor, Support Worker, Housing Support Worker, Refuge Support Worker, Refuge Support Officer, or Women's Support Worker. Webrecruit and Housing for Women are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference as a Mobile Support Worker, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Mobile Support Worker Ealing, London (office and field based) About Us Housing for Women is a registered charity and independent housing association. We champion female empowerment by providing and promoting affordable homes for women and gender-specific support services. Since 1934, we have been working to build a more equal society for women, a world where everyone has a safe roof over their head regardless of circumstance, where violence against women is no longer tolerated. We are now looking for a Mobile Support Worker to join us on a part-time basis, working 18.75 hours per week, for a fixed term contract until 31st March 2027. The Benefits - Salary of £32,416.94 per annum (pro rata) - Attractive pension scheme - Perkbox - Buying and selling annual leave - Health Shield - Season Ticket loan - Subsidised gym membership - Course Funding This is a meaningful opportunity for a compassionate professional with experience working with adults in a related social care setting to join our dedicated organisation, standing alongside women as they rebuild their lives and futures. You'll be part of a team that believes every woman deserves safety, dignity, and the chance to thrive, knowing that your daily efforts are helping to create a more equal society where women and children can flourish free from fear. This is more than just a job - it's a chance to stand with women, champion change, and be part of something truly meaningful. Apply today and help us continue our vital mission. The Role As a Mobile Support Worker, you will provide compassionate and practical support to women and their children across our supported housing services. Managing your own caseload and key work, you will step into placements covering short and medium-term vacancies, supporting women experiencing domestic violence, resettling after prison, or managing complex needs. You will conduct risk assessments, develop individual support plans, and advocate for women's housing, welfare, and legal rights. Practical and emotional support will be at the heart of your work, from helping with benefits applications and accessing healthcare, to facilitating group sessions that build life skills, resilience, and understanding of issues such as substance use and mental health. Additionally, you will: - Manage housing responsibilities - Support move-on strategies and provide ongoing advice to women leaving the service - Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with safeguarding, confidentiality, and quality standards About You To be considered as a Mobile Support Worker, you will need: - Experience of working with adults in a related social care setting - Experience of working in a support role to promote independence - Demonstrable experience of undertaking individual assessments - An understanding of local and national approaches to tackling domestic abuse - Up-to-date knowledge of legal rights - A qualification or relevant training regarding the issues around domestic violence and abuse, problematic substance misuse and the criminal justice system You will also need training in relevant topics, including legal, housing, welfare rights, safeguarding and Protection of Vulnerable Adults (POVA). Please note, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and open to women only (as per exemptions under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1). Candidates interested in applying should attach a cover letter outlining how they meet the essential criteria specified in the person specification as well as how they think they meet Housing for Women's EPIC values. Other organisations may call this role DVA, IDVA, Domestic Violence Advisor, Independent Domestic Violence Advisor, Support Worker, Housing Support Worker, Refuge Support Worker, Refuge Support Officer, or Women's Support Worker. Webrecruit and Housing for Women are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference as a Mobile Support Worker, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Young Persons Violence Advisor (YPVA) to join the New Era team in Staffordshire, working 37.5 hours a week on a permanent contract. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role is based in Staffordshire (we have an office in Stafford or Stoke). The caseworker will work directly with children and young people across the area; with hybrid working an option after the 6 month probationary period. As a Young Persons Violence Advisor you will be: Working directly and indirectly with children and young people Delivering services mostly through education establishments Working within a wider DA service for the whole family approach You will need: Good communication skills An ability to engage, build rapport and motivate young people A good understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on young people Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Young Persons Violence Advisor (YPVA) to join the New Era team in Staffordshire, working 37.5 hours a week on a permanent contract. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role is based in Staffordshire (we have an office in Stafford or Stoke). The caseworker will work directly with children and young people across the area; with hybrid working an option after the 6 month probationary period. As a Young Persons Violence Advisor you will be: Working directly and indirectly with children and young people Delivering services mostly through education establishments Working within a wider DA service for the whole family approach You will need: Good communication skills An ability to engage, build rapport and motivate young people A good understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on young people Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor covering the Tamworth Area to join the New Era team working 37.5 hours per week. The role will focus on the identifying risk and meeting the needs of those affected by domestic abuse. The role will be covering the Tamworth area but travel pan Staffordshire will be required. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role will work across Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent, but will be based in our Stafford office. Hybrid working is considered following our mandatory six month probationary period. Travel across the whole of Staffordshire will be required. As an IDVA you will be asked to: Provide a pro-active, high quality, frontline service to victims of domestic abuse through on-going risk assessment, individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. Work within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and local partnership responses to domestic abuse to keep safety central to all services for victims of domestic abuse Promoting the service and raising awareness of issues arising, minimising barriers and improving access to support You will need: Experience of providing support those affected by domestic abuse Experience of undertaking need and risk assessments and creating safety plans Experience of the MARAC and other partnership processes Experience of multi agency working Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Aug 24, 2025
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor covering the Tamworth Area to join the New Era team working 37.5 hours per week. The role will focus on the identifying risk and meeting the needs of those affected by domestic abuse. The role will be covering the Tamworth area but travel pan Staffordshire will be required. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role will work across Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent, but will be based in our Stafford office. Hybrid working is considered following our mandatory six month probationary period. Travel across the whole of Staffordshire will be required. As an IDVA you will be asked to: Provide a pro-active, high quality, frontline service to victims of domestic abuse through on-going risk assessment, individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. Work within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and local partnership responses to domestic abuse to keep safety central to all services for victims of domestic abuse Promoting the service and raising awareness of issues arising, minimising barriers and improving access to support You will need: Experience of providing support those affected by domestic abuse Experience of undertaking need and risk assessments and creating safety plans Experience of the MARAC and other partnership processes Experience of multi agency working Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
