Hospital IDSVA (Bristol)

Role: Hospital Independent Domestic and Sexual Violence Advisor (IDSVA)Location: BristolSalary: £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 AandE 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 ResponsibilitiesProviding immediate advice and support at the point of crisis, making AandE a safe space where support is provided and choices are offeredProviding support to enable survivors to safely maintain their current accommodation, access welfare benefits, legal advice alternative housing, and support servicesMaking appropriate safeguarding and MARAC referrals; provide support for up to 4 weeks and make referrals for ongoing ..... full job details .....