Children’s Independent Sexual Violence Advocate; CISVA

Children’s Independent Sexual Violence Advocate (CISVA) Doncaster Doncaster town centre

£29,869 per annum, increasing to £30,811 upon successful completion of ISVA accreditation

Hours:

35 hours per week (full time)

Contract:

Fixed term to March 2027, initially with the possibility of renewal, subject to funding

Deadline:
Sunday 11th January 2026

Due to the nature of the work, this position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and Police Vetting.

The successful applicants will deliver a proactive, high-quality advocacy and support service to people who, having experienced sexual harm, may be accessing the criminal justice system.

You will be joining an existing team and will provide high quality support and advocacy to children and young people who have experienced sexual abuse or harm, and to their families, using a trauma informed approach.

We are proud that our services meet the national ISVA quality standards and will require the successful applicant to complete the ISVA development programme at the first available opportunity, if they haven’t already done so.

The role will be closely linked to other services, both internal and external, and you will work flexibly and collaboratively to enable children to access the appropriate services at the right time.

Your work will be overseen by the ISVA Lead, who will also provide you with regular casework supervision and line management. In addition, you will participate fully in regular clinical supervision to support your personal wellbeing and address any issues of vicarious trauma.

You must hold a full driving licence and must have access to your own vehicle to be considered for this role.

Recruitment for the post is being managed by the SYSVP recruitment, based in Barnsley.

To apply for this role follow this link Application Form - BSARCS , making sure to tell us in your application which role you wish to be considered for.

Monday 12 January 2026 at 3.00pm. Interviews to be held on Wednesday 11 February 2026