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Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)

Supporting Futures Consulting Ltd

Greater London

On-site

GBP 28,000 - 31,000

Full time

27 days ago

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An established industry player seeks an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor to provide frontline support to victims of domestic abuse. In this impactful role, you will work within a multi-agency framework to enhance safety and reduce harm for individuals aged 16 and above. This position offers a chance to make a significant difference in the lives of those affected by domestic violence while collaborating with various stakeholders. If you possess strong communication skills and a commitment to advocacy, this opportunity allows you to contribute to a vital cause in a supportive environment. Join a dedicated team in a hybrid work setting and help shape the future of domestic violence support.

Knowledge of help-seeking barriers and support needs of domestic abuse victims.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential.

Provide a high-quality service to victims of domestic abuse prioritizing risk.
Implement effective ways of working with victims to increase safety.

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Advocacy Skills

Crisis Management

Understanding of Domestic Abuse

Knowledge of Help-Seeking Barriers

Role: Independent Domestic Violence Advisor

Based: Charing Cross Emergency Department

Rate: Qualified £30,850 - Unqualified £28,810 (inc £2,800 London Weighting Allowance)

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: FTC until the end of June 2026 with a possible 3-year extension

Hours: 37.5 hours Monday to Friday 9 am - 5 pm Hybrid 4 days office 1 day home working

Our client, a specialist charity, is looking for a Hospital IDVA to join their team.

Synopsis of Duties:

Implement effective ways of working with victims and those supporting them to increase safety and reduce harm.
Provide a high-quality, front-line service to victims of domestic abuse, delivering a premium service prioritised according to risk, primarily focusing on victims/survivors aged 16+.
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.
Be comfortable with running group training sessions and be willing and able to share your specialist knowledge with acute staff across the hospital.
Having excellent communication skills, a proactive approach, and the confidence to be able to influence the way in which this service is delivered are key.

Please note that the successful applicant will be required to sign an honorary contract with the Hospital Trust in addition to their contract of employment.

Essential Requirements:

Have knowledge of help-seeking barriers and support needs of victims of domestic abuse (in heterosexual or same-sex relationships).
Have a good understanding of domestic and sexual abuse including the impact of domestic abuse on victims and their children.
Understand the principles of risk assessment, safety planning, and risk management for victims of domestic abuse and their children.
Understand safeguarding issues, and the legal responsibilities surrounding these issues.
Direct service delivery to victims of domestic abuse or other vulnerable people.
Have excellent communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills, both written and verbal when interacting with a range of agencies and individuals.
Understand and be committed to equal opportunities and diversity issues in policy and practice.
Have strong crisis management skills and the ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations.

Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.

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