Hospital IDSVA (Bristol)

Role:                           Hospital Independent Domestic and Sexual Violence Advisor (IDSVA)

Location:                    Bristol

Salary:                        £27,700 – £29,000 (depending on experience)

Contract:                    Full-time – Fixed Term Contract until the end of March 2026 with a strong chance of the role becoming a permanent opportunity (subject to funding)
 

Are you passionate about supporting survivors of domestic and sexual abuse?  Do you want to make a difference at a critical point in someone’s life?

Our client, a highly specialist charity in the Southwest, is currently recruiting for several Hospital based Independent Domestic and Sexual Violence Advocates to work across A&E and Maternity Departments in Bristol.

As a Hospital IDSVA, you’ll work directly within a busy hospital environment, providing crisis intervention, risk assessment, safety planning, and ongoing practical support to patients experiencing domestic and/ or sexual abuse. You’ll liaise closely with hospital staff, safeguarding teams, and external agencies to ensure survivors receive the protection, care, and respect they deserve.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing immediate advice and support at the point of crisis, making A&E a safe space where support is provided and choices are offered
• Providing support to enable survivors to safely maintain their current accommodation, access welfare benefits, legal advice alternative housing, and support services
• Making appropriate safeguarding and MARAC referrals; provide support for up to 4 weeks and make referrals for ongoing support
• Working closely alongside hospital staff, providing training, expert advice and raising awareness to support the disclosure of domestic violence and abuse

What they are looking for:

• Proven experience working with survivors of domestic and/or sexual abuse within the VAWG sector and/ or a related sector (including Mental Health, Substance Misuse, Supported Housing and Social Services)
• Knowledge of safeguarding and multi-agency working
• Strong communication, empathy, and crisis management skills

Why work for them:

• Be part of a passionate, expert-led team making real impact
• Receive regular training and supervision and have access to professional development opportunities

For more information, please call the team on (phone number removed) and ask to speak to Ria or Molly or email us your CV at (url removed)

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