Independent Domestic Violence Advocate; Young ; Female

Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (Young People) (Female*)

• Full-time (35 hours), fixed term until March 2028
• Salary £29,860 per annum
• It’s all about making a difference

We are looking for a Young People’s IDVA* to join our team. When individuals and families experience domestic violence and abuse they can feel frightened and isolated and unsure of options available to keep themselves safe. For young people, it can prevent access to the support and services they need.

The Young People’s IDVA supports the most vulnerable and high‑risk victim‑survivors aged 16‑25 and works to increase knowledge to front line staff of young victim‑survivors, helping to break down barriers for the individual whilst working to improve the processes and pathways for future service users.

• Experience of engaging with, assessing and supporting vulnerable young people
• Experience of developing, influencing and encouraging partnership working
• Excellent crisis management skills and the ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations
• A thorough understanding of IDVA work

Leeds Women’s Aid (LWA) is the largest women’s charitable organisation in Leeds and provides services for victims of domestic violence and abuse, honour‑based violence, forced marriage, trafficking, stalking and harassment and is the lead agency for two consortia, Leeds Domestic Violence Service and Women’s Lives Leeds.

LWA is fully committed to the principles of equality of opportunity and applications are welcome from all sections of the community. LWA is a diverse and inclusive organisation, we would particularly welcome applications from women from Black, Asian or Minoritized Ethnic communities, who are currently underrepresented at senior levels.

LWA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required before taking up this position.

* Posts are open to women only (Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part
1)

We’re open to job sharing! At LWA, we value flexibility and work‑life balance. We welcome applications from candidates interested in job‑sharing opportunities.