Multidisciplinary Advocate

At Rethink Advocacy
, we believe everyone should have a voice in decisions that shape their care, treatment and future. As part of our Devon and Torbay Advocacy team, you’ll play a vital role in making that a reality for people who need independent, skilled and compassionate advocacy.

We’re looking for a Multi‑Disciplinary Advocate who shares our values of Passion, Openness, Understanding, Expertise and Equity, and is ready to make a meaningful difference every day.

This role is a full‑time 35‑hour per week position, Monday to Friday between 9:00 am till 5:00 pm based in Exeter and the Devon & Torbay Surrounding areas. It requires that the successful candidate is able to travel to appointments within this area throughout their working day.

As a qualified and/or experienced advocate, you’ll deliver statutory independent advocacy and work across two of our local Advocacy Teams. The first Team has a fixed base at Langdon Secure Hospital on Exeter Road in Dawlish. The second Team works remotely across Devon & Torbay as part of the Devon Advocacy Consortium (DAC) whose headquarters are based in Exeter. You’ll support people with a wide range of needs — including mental health conditions, learning disabilities, and physical or sensory disabilities — to express their wishes, understand their rights, and be part of decisions that affect their lives.

Your work will span multiple advocacy remits, which may include:

• IMHA
• IMCA
• ICAA
• IHCA
• CYP advocacy
• Community advocacy
• Paid RPR

This is a field‑based role where you’ll manage your own diary, plan client visits and complete administrative tasks independently. You’ll maintain high‑quality case records, identify safeguarding concerns, and contribute to a positive, reflective, supportive team culture.

• Provide a professional, person‑led and issue‑based advocacy service.
• Support people to understand their rights, explore options and have their voice heard.
• Deliver both instructed and non‑instructed advocacy, adapting your approach to each person.
• Work confidently within legal frameworks including the Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act.
• Manage a varied caseload and maintain accurate, timely case records.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Devon Advocacy Consortium (DAC).
• Raise awareness of advocacy through community engagement and promotional activities.
• Support volunteers, trainees or students where required.

You’ll be a passionate advocate for empowerment, rights and inclusion. You’ll also bring:

• Level 2 Award in Independent Advocacy and willingness to work towards the Level 4 Independent Advocacy Practice qualification
• Experience working as an advocate (paid or voluntary) and managing a caseload.
• Strong understanding of advocacy principles, legal frameworks, and person‑centred practice.
• Excellent communication skills, including adapting to a range of communication needs.
• Ability to travel across Devon and Torbay.

You’ll embody our Rethink CARES behaviours:
Connect, Accountable, Respect, Evolve, Success — and you’ll bring enthusiasm, professionalism and a commitment to continuous learning.

You’ll be part of a supportive, skilled and passionate team making a real difference to people’s lives.

• A role where your voice and expertise are valued
• Supportive supervision and reflective practice
• Training, development and progression opportunities
• The chance to directly influence positive change for individuals severely affected by mental illness

If you’re excited by the idea of empowering others and ensuring people’s rights are upheld, we’d love to hear from you.

At Rethink Mental Illness, we believe that when you feel supported, you can make the biggest difference. That’s why we offer a range of benefits to help you thrive:

• Inclusive Culture: Join staff networks that champion diversity and inclusion.
• Wellbeing Support: Access our Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Programme, and the Unmind mental health app.
• Recognition & Rewards: Enjoy discounts, cashback offers, and celebrate achievements through our PULSE platform.
• Flexible Working & Generous Leave: Startin…