Independent Domestic Violence Advocate

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Independent Domestic Violence Advocate We are looking for a resilient and dedicated person to join the team in Avon & Somerset as an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) dealing with Adolescent and Child to Parent Violence (APV/CPV).  The service provides support across the whole geography of Avon & Somerset.

Do you want to make a difference every day Do you want to contribute to change and improvement for those who need it Do you have resilience and adaptability

If yes, then we’d love to hear from you...Position: 6820 Independent Domestic Violence Advocate

Location:

Avon and Somerset/Hybrid

Hours:

Part-time, 18.75 hours per week. Hours to be discussed at interview, worked between 9.30am - 5.30pm during Monday to Friday

Contract:

Fixed Term to 31st March 2028

Salary:
Qualified £14,791.50 per annum (FTE £29,583.00 per annum), Unqualified £13,876.00 per annum (FTE £27,752.00 per annum)
Closing Date: 05/08/2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received.

The Role This role involves making initial contact with victims of adolescent and child to parent violence and providing initial support in a dynamic and ever-changing environment.

You will provide high quality support to all victims of APV/CPV, leading on completing initial impact and risk assessments that are comprehensive and holistic. You will also provide cover for the local VS Helpline.  If further funding became available there may be an opportunity for more hours.

Key responsibilities:

Identify and assess the risks and needs of APV/CPV victims.

Focus on and prioritise high risk cases and provide a pro-active, short to medium term crisis intervention service.

Deliver individually appropriate tailored support and information, advocacy, and practical support.

Work with victims of APV/CPV to assist them in accessing services to keep them and their family safe.

Develop individual safety plans to meet victim’s needs as identified in the risks and needs assessment.

Ensure each victim receives an individually appropriate tailored support and information service that fully meets their needs, keeping complex needs central to all processes and decisions.

Work within the legal framework relating to the protection of children and vulnerable adults.

Providing advocacy and information to victims.

Support the empowerment of the victim.

About You You will need:

A good command of the English language both verbally and in writing.

A good understanding of APV/CPV and/or domestic abuse including the impact of these on victims.

Understand the principles of risk assessment, safety planning and risk management.

Understand Safeguarding issues and the legal responsibilities surrounding these issues

Direct service delivery experience to victims of domestic abuse or APV/CPVExperience of working within a multi-agency and legislative framework

Experience of managing a complex caseload, to prioritise work and deal with competing demands

Strong crisis management skills and the ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations

This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. If you are unable to drive because of a disability, please indicate this in your application in your personal statement so we can explore the feasibility of alternative arrangements.

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Job Description and Person Specification once you click to  Return...Benefits include:

Flexible Working Options:
Including hybrid working.

Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave and an extra day off for your birthday.

Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.

Enhanced

Allowances:

Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.

Exclusive Discounts:
High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.

Financial Wellbeing:
Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.

Wellbeing Support:
Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.

Inclusive Networks:
Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.

Sustainable Travel:
Cycle to work scheme and…