Senior Independent Domestic Violence Advocate
Location: Brent (Hybrid – up to 1 day working from home)
Hours: 21 hours per week, 10am–6pm (Potential to increase)
Salary: £21 - £24 p/h Ltd
Contract: Temporary, Part-Time
Service: Violence Against Women and Girls
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior IDVA to join our Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) service in Brent. This is a part-time role where you will combine overseeing the Duty IDVA service with managing a reduced caseload.
You will:
Line manage and support Duty Workers
Coordinate the duty rota and allocation of cases
Provide guidance, supervision, and ensure high-quality practice
Assist the Service Manager with data collection, analysis, and reporting
Deliver direct support to women through assessments, safety planning, crisis intervention, and advocacy
Work collaboratively with partner agencies across three boroughsThis is a vital role for someone who can remain calm under pressure, manage sensitive information, and ensure the voices of survivors are at the heart of everything we do.
About You
We’re looking for someone who has:
Experience supporting women experiencing domestic abuse, including complex and high-risk cases
Strong knowledge of safeguarding practice, procedures, and legislation
Proven experience supervising staff or volunteers
Excellent risk assessment, safety planning, and advocacy skills
Ability to work effectively with multi-agency partners
Strong organisational, communication, and IT skills
If you are interested in applying, please contact Oliver Jefferson on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed)
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