Independent Domestic Violence Advocate

Independent Domestic Violence Advocate We are looking for a resilient and dedicated person to join the team in Avon and 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 and 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 ..... full job details .....