Male Independent Domestic Victim Advocate We are looking for a proactive and compassionate Male Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to join the Ashraya Project supporting Male Victims & Survivors. This role is hybrid, working from home and the office in London and also involves regular travel throughout the area. Please note that the charity is committed to provide support where victims can choose to be supported by someone of their own gender and so this post is open to male applicants only as being male is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Position: 6208 Male Independent Domestic Victim Advocate Location: Greater London Hours: Monday to Friday - Flexible dependent on service delivery and client need Contract: Fixed Term, until 31.03.26 Salary: Qualified: FTE, Total £31,411.00 per annum - This includes £28,611.00 per annum plus £2,800 per annum London Weighting Allowance. Unqualified: FTE, Total £29,630.20 per annum - This includes £26,830.20 per annum plus £2,800 per annum London Weighting Allowance Closing Date: 24th July 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received. The Role As a Male Independent Domestic Violence Advocate you will ensure that male survivors' safety & housing needs are met. You will provide specialist support at the moment of crisis, providing advocacy & support to access safe accommodation ensuring the safety, security & dignity of service users & their children. Key Responsibilities: Assess risks and needs using evidence-based checklists. Focus on high-risk cases with short to medium-term crisis intervention. Assist high-risk victims in accessing safety services. Deliver tailored support and information. Understand legal frameworks for protecting children and vulnerable adults. Provide advocacy on legal, housing, health, and financial options. Empower clients to recognize domestic abuse dynamics. Participate in Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC). Work with a team to deliver respectful, dignified, and sensitive services. Maintain accurate and confidential case records. Comply with data protection laws and organizational policies. Stay updated with procedures, policies, and professional codes. About You Ideally, you will have knowledge about legal remedies for domestic abuse victims and have experience working with drug, alcohol, and mental health issues. An understanding benefits, housing, and homelessness would also be beneficial. You will need: Knowledge of domestic abuse and its impact on victims and children. Awareness and understanding of the barriers men face when accessing support services. To demonstrate proficiency in English, both verbally and in writing. Experience in statutory, voluntary, or multi-agency settings. Competency in risk and needs assessments. An understanding of safeguarding issues. Direct service delivery experience to victims or vulnerable people. Ability to manage complex caseloads and prioritise work. Strong crisis management skills. Effective communication, negotiation, and advisory skills. Commitment to equal opportunities and diversity. If you are passionate about supporting victims of crime and have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details once you apply. In Return Benefits include: Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working. Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the Organisation This independent charity provides a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. Working towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System, everyone at the charity is driven by the Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. As part of the commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. The charity is also a Disability Confident Employer and provides a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition, which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of the selection process, the team will be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. You may have experience in areas such as Housing, Homelessness, Mental Health, Care, Outreach, Crisis, Family, Children, Housing Support Worker, Homelessness Support Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, Care Support Worker, Outreach Support Worker, Crisis Support Worker s, Family Support Worker, Children's Support Worker, IDVA, IDVSA, Abuse, Advocate, Advocacy. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
Jul 04, 2025
Full time
Male Independent Domestic Victim Advocate We are looking for a proactive and compassionate Male Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to join the Ashraya Project supporting Male Victims & Survivors. This role is hybrid, working from home and the office in London and also involves regular travel throughout the area. Please note that the charity is committed to provide support where victims can choose to be supported by someone of their own gender and so this post is open to male applicants only as being male is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Position: 6208 Male Independent Domestic Victim Advocate Location: Greater London Hours: Monday to Friday - Flexible dependent on service delivery and client need Contract: Fixed Term, until 31.03.26 Salary: Qualified: FTE, Total £31,411.00 per annum - This includes £28,611.00 per annum plus £2,800 per annum London Weighting Allowance. Unqualified: FTE, Total £29,630.20 per annum - This includes £26,830.20 per annum plus £2,800 per annum London Weighting Allowance Closing Date: 24th July 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received. The Role As a Male Independent Domestic Violence Advocate you will ensure that male survivors' safety & housing needs are met. You will provide specialist support at the moment of crisis, providing advocacy & support to access safe accommodation ensuring the safety, security & dignity of service users & their children. Key Responsibilities: Assess risks and needs using evidence-based checklists. Focus on high-risk cases with short to medium-term crisis intervention. Assist high-risk victims in accessing safety services. Deliver tailored support and information. Understand legal frameworks for protecting children and vulnerable adults. Provide advocacy on legal, housing, health, and financial options. Empower clients to recognize domestic abuse dynamics. Participate in Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC). Work with a team to deliver respectful, dignified, and sensitive services. Maintain accurate and confidential case records. Comply with data protection laws and organizational policies. Stay updated with procedures, policies, and professional codes. About You Ideally, you will have knowledge about legal remedies for domestic abuse victims and have experience working with drug, alcohol, and mental health issues. An understanding benefits, housing, and homelessness would also be beneficial. You will need: Knowledge of domestic abuse and its impact on victims and children. Awareness and understanding of the barriers men face when accessing support services. To demonstrate proficiency in English, both verbally and in writing. Experience in statutory, voluntary, or multi-agency settings. Competency in risk and needs assessments. An understanding of safeguarding issues. Direct service delivery experience to victims or vulnerable people. Ability to manage complex caseloads and prioritise work. Strong crisis management skills. Effective communication, negotiation, and advisory skills. Commitment to equal opportunities and diversity. If you are passionate about supporting victims of crime and have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details once you apply. In Return Benefits include: Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working. Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the Organisation This independent charity provides a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. Working towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System, everyone at the charity is driven by the Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. As part of the commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. The charity is also a Disability Confident Employer and provides a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition, which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of the selection process, the team will be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. You may have experience in areas such as Housing, Homelessness, Mental Health, Care, Outreach, Crisis, Family, Children, Housing Support Worker, Homelessness Support Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, Care Support Worker, Outreach Support Worker, Crisis Support Worker s, Family Support Worker, Children's Support Worker, IDVA, IDVSA, Abuse, Advocate, Advocacy. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
Male Independent Domestic Victim Advocate We are looking for a proactive and compassionate Male Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to join the Ashraya Project supporting Male Victims & Survivors. This role is hybrid, working from home and the office in London and also involves regular travel throughout the area. Please note that the charity is committed to provide support where victims can choose to be supported by someone of their own gender and so this post is open to male applicants only as being male is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Position: 6208 Male Independent Domestic Victim Advocate Location: Greater London Hours: Monday to Friday - Flexible dependent on service delivery and client need Contract: Fixed Term, until 31.03.26 Salary: Qualified: FTE, Total £31,411.00 per annum - This includes £28,611.00 per annum plus £2,800 per annum London Weighting Allowance. Unqualified: FTE, Total £29,630.20 per annum - This includes £26,830.20 per annum plus £2,800 per annum London Weighting Allowance Closing Date: 24th July 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received. The Role As a Male Independent Domestic Violence Advocate you will ensure that male survivors safety & housing needs are met. You will provide specialist support at the moment of crisis, providing advocacy & support to access safe accommodation ensuring the safety, security & dignity of service users & their children. Key Responsibilities: Assess risks and needs using evidence-based checklists. Focus on high-risk cases with short to medium-term crisis intervention. Assist high-risk victims in accessing safety services. Deliver tailored support and information. Understand legal frameworks for protecting children and vulnerable adults. Provide advocacy on legal, housing, health, and financial options. Empower clients to recognize domestic abuse dynamics. Participate in Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC). Work with a team to deliver respectful, dignified, and sensitive services. Maintain accurate and confidential case records. Comply with data protection laws and organizational policies. Stay updated with procedures, policies, and professional codes. About You Ideally, you will have knowledge about legal remedies for domestic abuse victims and have experience working with drug, alcohol, and mental health issues. An understanding benefits, housing, and homelessness would also be beneficial. You will need: Knowledge of domestic abuse and its impact on victims and children. Awareness and understanding of the barriers men face when accessing support services. To demonstrate proficiency in English, both verbally and in writing. Experience in statutory, voluntary, or multi-agency settings. Competency in risk and needs assessments. An understanding of safeguarding issues. Direct service delivery experience to victims or vulnerable people. Ability to manage complex caseloads and prioritise work. Strong crisis management skills. Effective communication, negotiation, and advisory skills. Commitment to equal opportunities and diversity. If you are passionate about supporting victims of crime and have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details once you apply. In Return Benefits include: Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working. Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the Organisation This independent charity provides a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. Working towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System, everyone at the charity is driven by the Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. As part of the commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. The charity is also a Disability Confident Employer and provides a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition, which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of the selection process, the team will be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. You may have experience in areas such as Housing, Homelessness, Mental Health, Care, Outreach, Crisis, Family, Children, Housing Support Worker, Homelessness Support Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, Care Support Worker, Outreach Support Worker, Crisis Support Worker s, Family Support Worker, Children s Support Worker, IDVA, IDVSA, Abuse, Advocate, Advocacy. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
Jul 04, 2025
Full time
Male Independent Domestic Victim Advocate We are looking for a proactive and compassionate Male Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to join the Ashraya Project supporting Male Victims & Survivors. This role is hybrid, working from home and the office in London and also involves regular travel throughout the area. Please note that the charity is committed to provide support where victims can choose to be supported by someone of their own gender and so this post is open to male applicants only as being male is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Position: 6208 Male Independent Domestic Victim Advocate Location: Greater London Hours: Monday to Friday - Flexible dependent on service delivery and client need Contract: Fixed Term, until 31.03.26 Salary: Qualified: FTE, Total £31,411.00 per annum - This includes £28,611.00 per annum plus £2,800 per annum London Weighting Allowance. Unqualified: FTE, Total £29,630.20 per annum - This includes £26,830.20 per annum plus £2,800 per annum London Weighting Allowance Closing Date: 24th July 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received. The Role As a Male Independent Domestic Violence Advocate you will ensure that male survivors safety & housing needs are met. You will provide specialist support at the moment of crisis, providing advocacy & support to access safe accommodation ensuring the safety, security & dignity of service users & their children. Key Responsibilities: Assess risks and needs using evidence-based checklists. Focus on high-risk cases with short to medium-term crisis intervention. Assist high-risk victims in accessing safety services. Deliver tailored support and information. Understand legal frameworks for protecting children and vulnerable adults. Provide advocacy on legal, housing, health, and financial options. Empower clients to recognize domestic abuse dynamics. Participate in Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC). Work with a team to deliver respectful, dignified, and sensitive services. Maintain accurate and confidential case records. Comply with data protection laws and organizational policies. Stay updated with procedures, policies, and professional codes. About You Ideally, you will have knowledge about legal remedies for domestic abuse victims and have experience working with drug, alcohol, and mental health issues. An understanding benefits, housing, and homelessness would also be beneficial. You will need: Knowledge of domestic abuse and its impact on victims and children. Awareness and understanding of the barriers men face when accessing support services. To demonstrate proficiency in English, both verbally and in writing. Experience in statutory, voluntary, or multi-agency settings. Competency in risk and needs assessments. An understanding of safeguarding issues. Direct service delivery experience to victims or vulnerable people. Ability to manage complex caseloads and prioritise work. Strong crisis management skills. Effective communication, negotiation, and advisory skills. Commitment to equal opportunities and diversity. If you are passionate about supporting victims of crime and have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details once you apply. In Return Benefits include: Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working. Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the Organisation This independent charity provides a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. Working towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System, everyone at the charity is driven by the Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. As part of the commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. The charity is also a Disability Confident Employer and provides a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition, which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of the selection process, the team will be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. You may have experience in areas such as Housing, Homelessness, Mental Health, Care, Outreach, Crisis, Family, Children, Housing Support Worker, Homelessness Support Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, Care Support Worker, Outreach Support Worker, Crisis Support Worker s, Family Support Worker, Children s Support Worker, IDVA, IDVSA, Abuse, Advocate, Advocacy. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior IDVA to join the Specialist Services team in Bedfordshire. This is a fixed term contract until 31st March 2026, which maybe extended subject to funding. This role will be hybrid and be located within Bedford Borough Council. 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? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About this role: This role supports the service across Bedford Borough. As a Team Leader for the Specialist Services team you will: Offer a consistent representative for the twice weekly MARAC Be a SPOC for the Front Door - giving advice and support around queries/ concerns about DA Carry a reduced caseload Support the Safe & Together model have line manage responsibilities including Bedford Borough IDVA You will need: IDVA or ISAC qualification Experience in multi-agency partnerships and legislative frameworks Knowledge of equal opportunities, diversity, safeguarding, and risk assessments Understanding of confidentiality, safe working practices, and legal file maintenance Experience in customer-focused service delivery in challenging environments Crisis management and support experience Strong communication, negotiation, and advisory skills Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and manage competing demands Analytical skills for problem-solving and data reporting Proficiency in IT and software (Word, Excel, Case Management systems) Commitment to continuous self-development Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We looking forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Jul 03, 2025
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior IDVA to join the Specialist Services team in Bedfordshire. This is a fixed term contract until 31st March 2026, which maybe extended subject to funding. This role will be hybrid and be located within Bedford Borough Council. 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? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About this role: This role supports the service across Bedford Borough. As a Team Leader for the Specialist Services team you will: Offer a consistent representative for the twice weekly MARAC Be a SPOC for the Front Door - giving advice and support around queries/ concerns about DA Carry a reduced caseload Support the Safe & Together model have line manage responsibilities including Bedford Borough IDVA You will need: IDVA or ISAC qualification Experience in multi-agency partnerships and legislative frameworks Knowledge of equal opportunities, diversity, safeguarding, and risk assessments Understanding of confidentiality, safe working practices, and legal file maintenance Experience in customer-focused service delivery in challenging environments Crisis management and support experience Strong communication, negotiation, and advisory skills Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and manage competing demands Analytical skills for problem-solving and data reporting Proficiency in IT and software (Word, Excel, Case Management systems) Commitment to continuous self-development Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We looking forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Triage and Early Intervention Officer to join the specialist team in Bedfordshire, working 25 hours a week Monday - Friday. 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? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you . What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the Role: This role is based in Bedfordshire with consideration given to hybrid working. As a Triage and Early Intervention Officer you will be: providing high quality support to victims of domestic abuse across Bedfordshire working closely with our team of Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVA), providing support as required making initial contact with service users referred into our service, identifying any immediate risks and offering crisis intervention working with other agencies and advocating on behalf of service users in order to help them access services to keep them safe working within a multi-agency framework consisting of voluntary and statutory partners to build local partnerships, in order to offer a coordinated response to domestic abuse You will need: Experience of working with victims of domestic abuse or vulnerable people Knowledge of risk accessing and identifying the needs of service users Have competent IT skills and experience of working on casework management systems To be able to prioritise work and deal with competing demands in a busy environment Be flexible to meet the needs of the service Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Jul 03, 2025
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for an Triage and Early Intervention Officer to join the specialist team in Bedfordshire, working 25 hours a week Monday - Friday. 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? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you . What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the Role: This role is based in Bedfordshire with consideration given to hybrid working. As a Triage and Early Intervention Officer you will be: providing high quality support to victims of domestic abuse across Bedfordshire working closely with our team of Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVA), providing support as required making initial contact with service users referred into our service, identifying any immediate risks and offering crisis intervention working with other agencies and advocating on behalf of service users in order to help them access services to keep them safe working within a multi-agency framework consisting of voluntary and statutory partners to build local partnerships, in order to offer a coordinated response to domestic abuse You will need: Experience of working with victims of domestic abuse or vulnerable people Knowledge of risk accessing and identifying the needs of service users Have competent IT skills and experience of working on casework management systems To be able to prioritise work and deal with competing demands in a busy environment Be flexible to meet the needs of the service Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Team Leader to join the Specialist Services team in Bedfordshire, working 37.5 hours a week. 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? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About this role: This role supports the service across Bedfordshire. As a Team Leader for the Specialist Services team you will: Have line management responsibilities for the team from across all our local projects Attend and Chair local MARACs and other partnership meetings You will need: A qualification as an IDVA Experience of developing and maintaining partnerships and pathways within a multi-agency and legislative framework Knowledge of legislation relating to equal opportunities and diversity, safeguarding and risk assessments Practical understanding of the requirement for confidentiality and safe working practice and maintenance of files in accordance with the Data Protection Act and other legal requirements Experience of working in a challenging and changing environment with an emphasis on customer focus and excellence in service delivery Demonstrable experience of providing crisis management, support and guidance in sometimes stressful and difficult situations to a team with a client service focus Have excellent communication, negotiation and advisory skills, both written and verbal when interacting with a range of agencies and individuals Work without direct supervision, prioritise work and deal with competing or conflicting demands/ needs and interests in an organised and methodical manner Gather, analyse and use information and evidence from different sources to solve problems and report on data quality and compliance Sound IT expertise with the ability to use a range of software including: Word, Excel and Case Management systems Self-aware and committed to own continuous development Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We looking forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Jul 03, 2025
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Team Leader to join the Specialist Services team in Bedfordshire, working 37.5 hours a week. 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? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About this role: This role supports the service across Bedfordshire. As a Team Leader for the Specialist Services team you will: Have line management responsibilities for the team from across all our local projects Attend and Chair local MARACs and other partnership meetings You will need: A qualification as an IDVA Experience of developing and maintaining partnerships and pathways within a multi-agency and legislative framework Knowledge of legislation relating to equal opportunities and diversity, safeguarding and risk assessments Practical understanding of the requirement for confidentiality and safe working practice and maintenance of files in accordance with the Data Protection Act and other legal requirements Experience of working in a challenging and changing environment with an emphasis on customer focus and excellence in service delivery Demonstrable experience of providing crisis management, support and guidance in sometimes stressful and difficult situations to a team with a client service focus Have excellent communication, negotiation and advisory skills, both written and verbal when interacting with a range of agencies and individuals Work without direct supervision, prioritise work and deal with competing or conflicting demands/ needs and interests in an organised and methodical manner Gather, analyse and use information and evidence from different sources to solve problems and report on data quality and compliance Sound IT expertise with the ability to use a range of software including: Word, Excel and Case Management systems Self-aware and committed to own continuous development Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We looking forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
We currently have an opportunity for an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to join the team in Luton. This role is for 30 hours per week to cover maternity leave with the option of hybrid working from our Luton office and home. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: As in Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) you will support victims of domestic abuse who primarily live in Luton. This role will be part of our other wider specialist services covering Bedfordshire. As an IDVA you will be: Providing a high quality support and advocacy service to victims of domestic abuse. Managing a caseload; identifying and assessing risks and needs, providing a tailored crisis intervention service trough individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. Working with other agencies and advocating on behalf of service users in order to help them access services to keep them safe. Working within a multi-agency framework consisting of partners as well as MARAC and other local partnerships to offer a coordinated response to domestic abuse. Promoting the service and raise awareness of domestic abuse through the delivery of training Supporting the Daily Domestic Abuse meeting in the IFD (Integrated Front Door), which discusses all You will need: Experience of working in support and advocacy with victims of domestic abuse To be able to prioritise work and deal with competing or conflicting demands/needs and interests and promote organisation interests and values. To ideally hold a SafeLives IDVA accreditation, relevant degree, vocational qualification or relevant experience of delivering a service and working with domestic abuse victim's/service users in a statutory, voluntary or community work setting. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Jul 03, 2025
Full time
We currently have an opportunity for an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to join the team in Luton. This role is for 30 hours per week to cover maternity leave with the option of hybrid working from our Luton office and home. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: As in Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) you will support victims of domestic abuse who primarily live in Luton. This role will be part of our other wider specialist services covering Bedfordshire. As an IDVA you will be: Providing a high quality support and advocacy service to victims of domestic abuse. Managing a caseload; identifying and assessing risks and needs, providing a tailored crisis intervention service trough individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. Working with other agencies and advocating on behalf of service users in order to help them access services to keep them safe. Working within a multi-agency framework consisting of partners as well as MARAC and other local partnerships to offer a coordinated response to domestic abuse. Promoting the service and raise awareness of domestic abuse through the delivery of training Supporting the Daily Domestic Abuse meeting in the IFD (Integrated Front Door), which discusses all You will need: Experience of working in support and advocacy with victims of domestic abuse To be able to prioritise work and deal with competing or conflicting demands/needs and interests and promote organisation interests and values. To ideally hold a SafeLives IDVA accreditation, relevant degree, vocational qualification or relevant experience of delivering a service and working with domestic abuse victim's/service users in a statutory, voluntary or community work setting. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to join the team in either Westmoreland & Furness or West Cumberland area, working 37.5 hours a week. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role is based in Westmoreland & Furness or West Cumberland and will require travel around the County in line with Business need. As an IDVA you will: Provide a high quality, pro-active service to victims of domestic and/or sexual violence and abuse. You will work within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and the Bridgeway, SARC and other local partnership responses to domestic abuse and sexual violence. You will work with survivors and other agencies to monitor the care pathway. This involves risk assessment, helping clients access their rights, along with any other services they require. You will be required to attend relevant meetings and will provide regular reports to your line manager. You will also undertake talks and presentations to local groups and agencies on the work of Victim Support, developing networks and partnerships and increasing the role of the service in the community. You will need: Experience of working with victims of domestic and sexual violence and other service providers and agencies in a statutory, voluntary, social or community setting. Experience of planning and delivering caseloads, with strong crisis management skills and an understanding of the needs of victims experiencing domestic abuse and sexual violence. An approved and accredited IDVA and/or ISVA qualification or willingness to work towards this. Good IT skills, knowledge of criminal justice issues and an understanding of the effects a court appearance can have on victims and witnesses of crime. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Jul 03, 2025
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to join the team in either Westmoreland & Furness or West Cumberland area, working 37.5 hours a week. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role is based in Westmoreland & Furness or West Cumberland and will require travel around the County in line with Business need. As an IDVA you will: Provide a high quality, pro-active service to victims of domestic and/or sexual violence and abuse. You will work within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and the Bridgeway, SARC and other local partnership responses to domestic abuse and sexual violence. You will work with survivors and other agencies to monitor the care pathway. This involves risk assessment, helping clients access their rights, along with any other services they require. You will be required to attend relevant meetings and will provide regular reports to your line manager. You will also undertake talks and presentations to local groups and agencies on the work of Victim Support, developing networks and partnerships and increasing the role of the service in the community. You will need: Experience of working with victims of domestic and sexual violence and other service providers and agencies in a statutory, voluntary, social or community setting. Experience of planning and delivering caseloads, with strong crisis management skills and an understanding of the needs of victims experiencing domestic abuse and sexual violence. An approved and accredited IDVA and/or ISVA qualification or willingness to work towards this. Good IT skills, knowledge of criminal justice issues and an understanding of the effects a court appearance can have on victims and witnesses of crime. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Get to Know Us: It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they're doing! At BlackLine, we're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business of enterprise applications. Since being founded in 2001, BlackLine has become a leading provider of cloud software that automates and controls the entire financial close process. Our vision is to modernize the finance and accounting function to enable greater operational effectiveness and agility, and we are committed to delivering innovative solutions and services to empower accounting and finance leaders around the world to achieve Modern Finance. Being a best-in-class SaaS Company, we understand that bringing in new ideas and innovative technology is mission critical. At BlackLine we are always working with new, cutting edge technology that encourages our teams to learn something new and expand their creativity and technical skillset that will accelerate their careers. Work, Play and Grow at BlackLine! Make Your Mark: The Finance Transformation Consultant will serve as the BlackLine project manager and functional design lead in implementations, working closely with key client stakeholders. This role serves as a seasoned advisor to our clients on how to enable processes in BlackLine and guides them through the implementation process. This role requires coordination with cross-functional client representatives (Controllership, Finance, Tax, Treasury, etc.) and internal BlackLine resources. This role must possess deep expertise in BlackLine products, end-to-end intercompany processes, finance operating models, industry standards, regulations, emerging trends, competitor capabilities/limitations, finance transformation and project management. While engaging with our clients, the Finance Transformation Consultant should leverage knowledge and experience to capture pain points, prioritize objectives, and gain cross-functional alignment on the recommended solution and roadmap. This position leads workshops, aligns business processes, configures the BlackLine application, and guides our clients on successful implementations. This individual navigates escalations and influences various stakeholders with strategic direction. The Finance Transformation Consultant is also expected to work closely with our sales, marketing, service and product organizations to help expand our pipeline and close large deals. You'll Get To: Leading Implementations (Billable): Leads the in-depth discovery, design, and deployment of our transformation projects to streamline the financial close and enabling continuous accounting capabilities (most notably for intercompany). Communicates regularly with clients, implementation partners, and internal BlackLine resources to manage project activities. Delivery & Support: Maintains the key client relationships they established during the sale process to ensure expectations are met throughout delivery and support. Assists in driving the client solution roadmap working closely with implementations, customer success Consultants, and the product team. Driving Process Enablement: Participates in and leads client-facing activities throughout various stages of the deal lifecycle in identifying automation opportunities, solutions, and implementations phases and related planning. Identifies areas of improvement and collaborates with the client to derive the upmost value from the product and to increase long term utilization of BlackLine. Go-to-Market Assets: Leads the ongoing development of our strategic product playbook and demonstration environment. Trains and mentors the broader community of Solution Consultants. Collaborates with product, marketing and services in order to assist in the development of other assets (e.g., workshop enablers, use cases, competitive comparisons, sales/partner training, whitepapers, webcasts, etc.) and to help with evangelize our strategic products. Performs other duties and responsibilities as needed or assigned. What You'll Bring: Demonstrated ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with prospects/clients Proven ability to translate prospective client objectives into solutions enabled by our strategic products Experience creating and delivering compelling presentations and product demonstrations Previous experience as a consultant focused on process improvement and technology enablement Experience managing large transformational projects at strategic accounts Experience engaging with various Finance functions (e.g., accounting, FP&A, tax, treasury, reporting, division finance, etc.) Ability to work independently and proactively manage projects, while engaging a broader team CPA preferred Up to 75% travel required We're Even More Excited If You Have: Three plus years of experience in the audit/accounting industry preferred Experience with large scale ERP systems including SAP and Oracle preferred Accounting degree/CPA preferred PMP Certification Thrive at BlackLine Because You Are Joining: A technology-based company with a sense of adventure and a vision for the future. Every door at BlackLine is open. Just bring your brains, your problem-solving skills, and be part of a winning team at the world's most trusted name in Finance Automation! A culture that is kind, open, and accepting. It's a place where people can embrace what makes them unique, and the mix of cultural backgrounds and varying interests cultivates diverse thought and perspectives. A culture where BlackLiner's continued growth and learning is empowered. BlackLine offers a wide variety of professional development seminars and inclusive affinity groups to celebrate and support our diversity. BlackLine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, age, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, ancestry, color, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, medical condition, genetic information, or any other protected class or category recognized by applicable equal employment opportunity or other similar laws. BlackLine recognizes that the ways we work and the workplace itself have shifted. We innovate in a workplace that optimizes a combination of virtual and in-person interactions to maximize collaboration and nurture our culture. Candidates who live within a reasonable commute to one of our offices will work in the office at least 2 days a week.
Jul 03, 2025
Full time
Get to Know Us: It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they're doing! At BlackLine, we're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business of enterprise applications. Since being founded in 2001, BlackLine has become a leading provider of cloud software that automates and controls the entire financial close process. Our vision is to modernize the finance and accounting function to enable greater operational effectiveness and agility, and we are committed to delivering innovative solutions and services to empower accounting and finance leaders around the world to achieve Modern Finance. Being a best-in-class SaaS Company, we understand that bringing in new ideas and innovative technology is mission critical. At BlackLine we are always working with new, cutting edge technology that encourages our teams to learn something new and expand their creativity and technical skillset that will accelerate their careers. Work, Play and Grow at BlackLine! Make Your Mark: The Finance Transformation Consultant will serve as the BlackLine project manager and functional design lead in implementations, working closely with key client stakeholders. This role serves as a seasoned advisor to our clients on how to enable processes in BlackLine and guides them through the implementation process. This role requires coordination with cross-functional client representatives (Controllership, Finance, Tax, Treasury, etc.) and internal BlackLine resources. This role must possess deep expertise in BlackLine products, end-to-end intercompany processes, finance operating models, industry standards, regulations, emerging trends, competitor capabilities/limitations, finance transformation and project management. While engaging with our clients, the Finance Transformation Consultant should leverage knowledge and experience to capture pain points, prioritize objectives, and gain cross-functional alignment on the recommended solution and roadmap. This position leads workshops, aligns business processes, configures the BlackLine application, and guides our clients on successful implementations. This individual navigates escalations and influences various stakeholders with strategic direction. The Finance Transformation Consultant is also expected to work closely with our sales, marketing, service and product organizations to help expand our pipeline and close large deals. You'll Get To: Leading Implementations (Billable): Leads the in-depth discovery, design, and deployment of our transformation projects to streamline the financial close and enabling continuous accounting capabilities (most notably for intercompany). Communicates regularly with clients, implementation partners, and internal BlackLine resources to manage project activities. Delivery & Support: Maintains the key client relationships they established during the sale process to ensure expectations are met throughout delivery and support. Assists in driving the client solution roadmap working closely with implementations, customer success Consultants, and the product team. Driving Process Enablement: Participates in and leads client-facing activities throughout various stages of the deal lifecycle in identifying automation opportunities, solutions, and implementations phases and related planning. Identifies areas of improvement and collaborates with the client to derive the upmost value from the product and to increase long term utilization of BlackLine. Go-to-Market Assets: Leads the ongoing development of our strategic product playbook and demonstration environment. Trains and mentors the broader community of Solution Consultants. Collaborates with product, marketing and services in order to assist in the development of other assets (e.g., workshop enablers, use cases, competitive comparisons, sales/partner training, whitepapers, webcasts, etc.) and to help with evangelize our strategic products. Performs other duties and responsibilities as needed or assigned. What You'll Bring: Demonstrated ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with prospects/clients Proven ability to translate prospective client objectives into solutions enabled by our strategic products Experience creating and delivering compelling presentations and product demonstrations Previous experience as a consultant focused on process improvement and technology enablement Experience managing large transformational projects at strategic accounts Experience engaging with various Finance functions (e.g., accounting, FP&A, tax, treasury, reporting, division finance, etc.) Ability to work independently and proactively manage projects, while engaging a broader team CPA preferred Up to 75% travel required We're Even More Excited If You Have: Three plus years of experience in the audit/accounting industry preferred Experience with large scale ERP systems including SAP and Oracle preferred Accounting degree/CPA preferred PMP Certification Thrive at BlackLine Because You Are Joining: A technology-based company with a sense of adventure and a vision for the future. Every door at BlackLine is open. Just bring your brains, your problem-solving skills, and be part of a winning team at the world's most trusted name in Finance Automation! A culture that is kind, open, and accepting. It's a place where people can embrace what makes them unique, and the mix of cultural backgrounds and varying interests cultivates diverse thought and perspectives. A culture where BlackLiner's continued growth and learning is empowered. BlackLine offers a wide variety of professional development seminars and inclusive affinity groups to celebrate and support our diversity. BlackLine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, age, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, ancestry, color, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, medical condition, genetic information, or any other protected class or category recognized by applicable equal employment opportunity or other similar laws. BlackLine recognizes that the ways we work and the workplace itself have shifted. We innovate in a workplace that optimizes a combination of virtual and in-person interactions to maximize collaboration and nurture our culture. Candidates who live within a reasonable commute to one of our offices will work in the office at least 2 days a week.
Supporting Futures Consulting Ltd
Hammersmith And Fulham, London
Role: Part-time Social Care Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) Based: Across Westminster Social Care and Hammersmith Head Office Rate: £20 ph umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: temp ongoing Hours: 17.5 hours per week ( 2 days in Hammersmith day home) Synopsis of duties: Work within a coordinated partnership response to violence against women and girls as part of the Angelou Partnership. You will establish positive, proactive, and innovative working relationships with housing services and partner agencies Provide high-quality crisis intervention, information, advocacy, and proactive support to women referred to the service, in respect to risk management and safety planning, criminal and civil remedies, housing, health, welfare rights, and children s legislation. Assess the needs and risks of survivors, carry out short and longer-term risk management, safety planning, and support, and identify and refer to services appropriate to their needs. Advising women of their rights and options for seeking help and support from other agencies and proactively advocating to ensure barriers to accessing support and protection are reduced. Work as an advocate and educator to raise awareness and upskill professionals within Children's Social Care plus work with colleagues to successfully develop and deliver training. Work within a dynamic, fast-paced, crisis intervention, advocacy, and support service to ensure the voice of survivors informs every stage of the process specialising in working with clients at high risk. Advise women on criminal justice and civil remedies and related matters, support women to attend court where necessary, and coordinate the provision of multi-agency support. Essential Requirements: Excellent understanding of domestic abuse and its effects on women and children and of best practice within the domestic abuse sector. Experienced domestic abuse advocate who has worked with complex and multiple-needs Skilled in risk management and safety planning, remaining calm in a crisis, and in handling sensitive information daily. Experience in direct work with female survivors of domestic abuse, of supporting women involved in mental health services, and working within safeguarding procedures is essential for this post, as is the need to adopt and promote a strong partnership approach to service provision. DBS on the update service Available immediately Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
Mar 06, 2025
Seasonal
Role: Part-time Social Care Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) Based: Across Westminster Social Care and Hammersmith Head Office Rate: £20 ph umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: temp ongoing Hours: 17.5 hours per week ( 2 days in Hammersmith day home) Synopsis of duties: Work within a coordinated partnership response to violence against women and girls as part of the Angelou Partnership. You will establish positive, proactive, and innovative working relationships with housing services and partner agencies Provide high-quality crisis intervention, information, advocacy, and proactive support to women referred to the service, in respect to risk management and safety planning, criminal and civil remedies, housing, health, welfare rights, and children s legislation. Assess the needs and risks of survivors, carry out short and longer-term risk management, safety planning, and support, and identify and refer to services appropriate to their needs. Advising women of their rights and options for seeking help and support from other agencies and proactively advocating to ensure barriers to accessing support and protection are reduced. Work as an advocate and educator to raise awareness and upskill professionals within Children's Social Care plus work with colleagues to successfully develop and deliver training. Work within a dynamic, fast-paced, crisis intervention, advocacy, and support service to ensure the voice of survivors informs every stage of the process specialising in working with clients at high risk. Advise women on criminal justice and civil remedies and related matters, support women to attend court where necessary, and coordinate the provision of multi-agency support. Essential Requirements: Excellent understanding of domestic abuse and its effects on women and children and of best practice within the domestic abuse sector. Experienced domestic abuse advocate who has worked with complex and multiple-needs Skilled in risk management and safety planning, remaining calm in a crisis, and in handling sensitive information daily. Experience in direct work with female survivors of domestic abuse, of supporting women involved in mental health services, and working within safeguarding procedures is essential for this post, as is the need to adopt and promote a strong partnership approach to service provision. DBS on the update service Available immediately Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Hospital Independent Domestic Violence Advisor to join our Kent Family Service in Kent. £28,949.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression. Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here. Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day. The role of an IDVA is to address the safety of victims and survivors at high risk of harm. IDVAs work with their customers from the point of crisis by safety planning and risk assessing using the DASH to ascertain the level of risk to the victim. They will also raise awareness of male domestic abuse with partners and within the community. All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. What you'll do: Look Ahead IDVAs have the personal qualities required to manage customer expectations alongside the responsibilities of their role. Day to day IDVA activities include: Manage client referrals, completing Dash Risk Assessments and obtaining and maintaining all relevant paperwork. Building supportive, trusting relationships with clients and creating a positive atmosphere. Knowledge of the criminal justice system. Understanding of Marac protocols. Regular attendance at Marac and completion of all Marac referrals. Support Customers to obtain Non Molestation Orders where needed and any other civil remedies available to them. Working proactively with other members of the team to handle the service caseload and administrative responsibilities. Attending all court and Case Management hearings with or as a representative for clients. Supporting clients to set personalised goals in the form of a Safety and Support Plan. Assisting in the recording and reporting of customer incidents. Creating a safety plan with clients. Developing productive relationships with partner organisations to improve service outcomes. Adhering to lone working protocols and maintaining high levels of awareness in relation to the health and safety of yourself and colleagues. Encouraging customers to attend relevant programmes when appropriate i.e Own My Life. This role's shift patterns is Mon- Fri: 9am-5pm This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead About you: Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour Prefers working as part of a group or team Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organized Able to apply the right balance of care and support dependant on the needs of the customer Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments What you'll bring: Essential: IDVA qualification Previous experience managing a caseload About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: We focus on Excellence and innovation. We are Caring and Compassionate. We are Inclusive and Trusted. We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds. Please see our website for full job description
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Hospital Independent Domestic Violence Advisor to join our Kent Family Service in Kent. £28,949.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression. Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here. Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day. The role of an IDVA is to address the safety of victims and survivors at high risk of harm. IDVAs work with their customers from the point of crisis by safety planning and risk assessing using the DASH to ascertain the level of risk to the victim. They will also raise awareness of male domestic abuse with partners and within the community. All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. What you'll do: Look Ahead IDVAs have the personal qualities required to manage customer expectations alongside the responsibilities of their role. Day to day IDVA activities include: Manage client referrals, completing Dash Risk Assessments and obtaining and maintaining all relevant paperwork. Building supportive, trusting relationships with clients and creating a positive atmosphere. Knowledge of the criminal justice system. Understanding of Marac protocols. Regular attendance at Marac and completion of all Marac referrals. Support Customers to obtain Non Molestation Orders where needed and any other civil remedies available to them. Working proactively with other members of the team to handle the service caseload and administrative responsibilities. Attending all court and Case Management hearings with or as a representative for clients. Supporting clients to set personalised goals in the form of a Safety and Support Plan. Assisting in the recording and reporting of customer incidents. Creating a safety plan with clients. Developing productive relationships with partner organisations to improve service outcomes. Adhering to lone working protocols and maintaining high levels of awareness in relation to the health and safety of yourself and colleagues. Encouraging customers to attend relevant programmes when appropriate i.e Own My Life. This role's shift patterns is Mon- Fri: 9am-5pm This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead About you: Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour Prefers working as part of a group or team Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organized Able to apply the right balance of care and support dependant on the needs of the customer Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments What you'll bring: Essential: IDVA qualification Previous experience managing a caseload About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: We focus on Excellence and innovation. We are Caring and Compassionate. We are Inclusive and Trusted. We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds. Please see our website for full job description
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to join the Bristol IDVA Service supporting male victims, working 37.5 hours a week. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role is hybrid working between Bridewell Police Station and home (and therefore requires an appropriately confidential home space in which to work), with travel around the locality to meet with service users. As a Senior IDVA you will: Identify and assess the risks and needs of male domestic abuse victims. Assist them in accessing services to keep them and their family safe, and develop individual safety plans to meet client's needs. Focus on and prioritise high risk cases and provide a pro-active, short to medium term crisis intervention service, through individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. Understand the legal framework relating to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. Ensure each victim receives an individually appropriate tailored support and information service that fully meets their needs, keeping complex needs central to all processes and decisions. Support the empowerment of the client and assist them in recognising the features and dynamics of domestic abuse. Participate fully in the MARAC framework: refer clients to, attend and participate in meetings by being the voice of the client and follow up actions agreed, keeping the client's safety at the forefront. Take a lead in setting an example of good working practices and offer mentoring to colleagues. Be the initial contact for colleagues to provide advice and guidance on their casework. Provide information and advocacy to enable service users to navigate and understand the criminal justice process and ensure their rights are upheld in accordance with the Victims Code of Practice. Provide effective line management of staff to ensure performance targets and agreed outcomes are met by the service. Monitor and oversee quality of service provision provided by the team, and identify learning and development opportunities. Support performance auditing, interpret data for commissioners and report on this. Maintain accurate and confidential case management records and contribute to monitoring information for the service. You will need: A proven track record of being an effective IDVA. An ability to work independently and as part of a team, sharing, coaching and influencing others. An understanding of the principles of risk assessment, safety planning and risk management for victims of domestic abuse and their children. Experience of working within a multi-agency and legislative framework. Experience of managing a complex caseload, and be able to prioritise work and deal with competing demands demonstrating an organised an methodical approach to work. The ability to use IT applications competently including, Microsoft Word, Excel etc. and Case Management systems in order to keep accurate records and undertake performance monitoring. As this role involves regular travel across Bristol a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to join the Bristol IDVA Service supporting male victims, working 37.5 hours a week. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role is hybrid working between Bridewell Police Station and home (and therefore requires an appropriately confidential home space in which to work), with travel around the locality to meet with service users. As a Senior IDVA you will: Identify and assess the risks and needs of male domestic abuse victims. Assist them in accessing services to keep them and their family safe, and develop individual safety plans to meet client's needs. Focus on and prioritise high risk cases and provide a pro-active, short to medium term crisis intervention service, through individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. Understand the legal framework relating to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. Ensure each victim receives an individually appropriate tailored support and information service that fully meets their needs, keeping complex needs central to all processes and decisions. Support the empowerment of the client and assist them in recognising the features and dynamics of domestic abuse. Participate fully in the MARAC framework: refer clients to, attend and participate in meetings by being the voice of the client and follow up actions agreed, keeping the client's safety at the forefront. Take a lead in setting an example of good working practices and offer mentoring to colleagues. Be the initial contact for colleagues to provide advice and guidance on their casework. Provide information and advocacy to enable service users to navigate and understand the criminal justice process and ensure their rights are upheld in accordance with the Victims Code of Practice. Provide effective line management of staff to ensure performance targets and agreed outcomes are met by the service. Monitor and oversee quality of service provision provided by the team, and identify learning and development opportunities. Support performance auditing, interpret data for commissioners and report on this. Maintain accurate and confidential case management records and contribute to monitoring information for the service. You will need: A proven track record of being an effective IDVA. An ability to work independently and as part of a team, sharing, coaching and influencing others. An understanding of the principles of risk assessment, safety planning and risk management for victims of domestic abuse and their children. Experience of working within a multi-agency and legislative framework. Experience of managing a complex caseload, and be able to prioritise work and deal with competing demands demonstrating an organised an methodical approach to work. The ability to use IT applications competently including, Microsoft Word, Excel etc. and Case Management systems in order to keep accurate records and undertake performance monitoring. As this role involves regular travel across Bristol a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your Birthday Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role is based at our office in Preston covering the Lancaster and Morecambe area, once you have completed training & probation period you can apply for hybrid working, all travel costs to and from appointments from your office base will be reimbursed. As an IDVA you will be: Focusing on victims at high risk of harm & will provide a pro-active, short to medium term crisis intervention service through individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. Supporting victims face to face or by telephone to access services to keep themselves & family safe. Developing individual safety plans to meet client's needs as identified in the needs & risk assessment. Providing advocacy, emotional and practical support and information to victims including legal & civil options, housing, health & finance as well as support through the criminal justice system. Participating in multi agency meetings providing the voice of the client & ensuring actions are followed up. You will need to: Have a good understanding of domestic abuse & the impact on victims and their children Understand risk assessment, safety planning & risk management for victims and their children Have knowledge of Safeguarding issues, and the legal responsibilities surrounding these issues Have theoretical, practical and procedural knowledge of civil and criminal justice remedies for victims and their children. Have experience of working within a multi-agency and legislative framework. Have experience of managing a complex caseload, able to prioritise to deal with competing demands. Have strong crisis management skills and the ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations. Have excellent communication, negotiation and advisory skills, both written and verbal. Demonstrate the ability to use IT applications competently including, Microsoft Word, Excel etc. and Case Management systems in order to keep accurate records and monitoring your performance. This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We looking forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your Birthday Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role is based at our office in Preston covering the Lancaster and Morecambe area, once you have completed training & probation period you can apply for hybrid working, all travel costs to and from appointments from your office base will be reimbursed. As an IDVA you will be: Focusing on victims at high risk of harm & will provide a pro-active, short to medium term crisis intervention service through individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. Supporting victims face to face or by telephone to access services to keep themselves & family safe. Developing individual safety plans to meet client's needs as identified in the needs & risk assessment. Providing advocacy, emotional and practical support and information to victims including legal & civil options, housing, health & finance as well as support through the criminal justice system. Participating in multi agency meetings providing the voice of the client & ensuring actions are followed up. You will need to: Have a good understanding of domestic abuse & the impact on victims and their children Understand risk assessment, safety planning & risk management for victims and their children Have knowledge of Safeguarding issues, and the legal responsibilities surrounding these issues Have theoretical, practical and procedural knowledge of civil and criminal justice remedies for victims and their children. Have experience of working within a multi-agency and legislative framework. Have experience of managing a complex caseload, able to prioritise to deal with competing demands. Have strong crisis management skills and the ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations. Have excellent communication, negotiation and advisory skills, both written and verbal. Demonstrate the ability to use IT applications competently including, Microsoft Word, Excel etc. and Case Management systems in order to keep accurate records and monitoring your performance. This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We looking forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your Birthday Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role is based at our office in Accrington, once you have completed training & probation period you can apply for hybrid working, all travel costs to and from appointments from your office base will be reimbursed. As an IDVA you will be: Focusing on victims at high risk of harm & will provide a pro-active, short to medium term crisis intervention service through individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. Supporting victims face to face or by telephone to access services to keep themselves & family safe. Developing individual safety plans to meet client's needs as identified in the needs & risk assessment. Providing advocacy, emotional and practical support and information to victims including legal & civil options, housing, health & finance as well as support through the criminal justice system. Participating in multi agency meetings providing the voice of the client & ensuring actions are followed up. You will need to: Have a good understanding of domestic abuse & the impact on victims and their children Understand risk assessment, safety planning & risk management for victims and their children Have knowledge of Safeguarding issues, and the legal responsibilities surrounding these issues Have theoretical, practical and procedural knowledge of civil and criminal justice remedies for victims and their children. Have experience of working within a multi-agency and legislative framework. Have experience of managing a complex caseload, able to prioritise to deal with competing demands. Have strong crisis management skills and the ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations. Have excellent communication, negotiation and advisory skills, both written and verbal. Demonstrate the ability to use IT applications competently including, Microsoft Word, Excel etc. and Case Management systems in order to keep accurate records and monitoring your performance. This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We looking forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your Birthday Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role is based at our office in Accrington, once you have completed training & probation period you can apply for hybrid working, all travel costs to and from appointments from your office base will be reimbursed. As an IDVA you will be: Focusing on victims at high risk of harm & will provide a pro-active, short to medium term crisis intervention service through individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. Supporting victims face to face or by telephone to access services to keep themselves & family safe. Developing individual safety plans to meet client's needs as identified in the needs & risk assessment. Providing advocacy, emotional and practical support and information to victims including legal & civil options, housing, health & finance as well as support through the criminal justice system. Participating in multi agency meetings providing the voice of the client & ensuring actions are followed up. You will need to: Have a good understanding of domestic abuse & the impact on victims and their children Understand risk assessment, safety planning & risk management for victims and their children Have knowledge of Safeguarding issues, and the legal responsibilities surrounding these issues Have theoretical, practical and procedural knowledge of civil and criminal justice remedies for victims and their children. Have experience of working within a multi-agency and legislative framework. Have experience of managing a complex caseload, able to prioritise to deal with competing demands. Have strong crisis management skills and the ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations. Have excellent communication, negotiation and advisory skills, both written and verbal. Demonstrate the ability to use IT applications competently including, Microsoft Word, Excel etc. and Case Management systems in order to keep accurate records and monitoring your performance. This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We looking forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your Birthday Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role is based at Lancaster Police Station. This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. As an IDVA working on Operation Provide you will: Work with the Police safeguarding team to identify high risk victims of domestic abuse. Check internal systems to check if victims are known or open to internal services and liaise with same. Conduct joint visits with the police to victims who are at serious risk of harm to provide independent information about their rights and options to enable them to keep safe from harm. Assess their needs and develop a bespoke safety and support plan Provide information and advocacy around the criminal justice process Liaise with internal and external agencies in order to keep the victim safe from harm and address their needs. You will need: IDVA accreditation and/or have considerable relevant experience in supporting victims of domestic abuse a comprehensive understanding of domestic abuse & the impact on victims & families knowledge of risk assessment, safety planning & risk management an understanding of Safeguarding issues & the legal responsibilities surrounding these theoretical, practical & procedural knowledge of civil & criminal justice remedies experience of partnership working good organisational skills, able to prioritise effectively strong crisis management skills, able to deal with difficult situations. Good communication, negotiation and advisory skills, both written and verbal IT skills, able to use Microsoft Office & Case Management systems Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We looking forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your Birthday Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role is based at Lancaster Police Station. This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. As an IDVA working on Operation Provide you will: Work with the Police safeguarding team to identify high risk victims of domestic abuse. Check internal systems to check if victims are known or open to internal services and liaise with same. Conduct joint visits with the police to victims who are at serious risk of harm to provide independent information about their rights and options to enable them to keep safe from harm. Assess their needs and develop a bespoke safety and support plan Provide information and advocacy around the criminal justice process Liaise with internal and external agencies in order to keep the victim safe from harm and address their needs. You will need: IDVA accreditation and/or have considerable relevant experience in supporting victims of domestic abuse a comprehensive understanding of domestic abuse & the impact on victims & families knowledge of risk assessment, safety planning & risk management an understanding of Safeguarding issues & the legal responsibilities surrounding these theoretical, practical & procedural knowledge of civil & criminal justice remedies experience of partnership working good organisational skills, able to prioritise effectively strong crisis management skills, able to deal with difficult situations. Good communication, negotiation and advisory skills, both written and verbal IT skills, able to use Microsoft Office & Case Management systems Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We looking forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
Black Country Women's Aid
West Bromwich, West Midlands
Black Country Women's AidLet us introduce ourselves Black Country Women's Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs led. Community Services Directorate Within this directorate the following vital services are delivered;Black Country Women's Aid Community Services include; Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley) Black Country IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country) Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum Black Country Counselling Service Domestic and sexual abuse Children and Young person's service (Black Country) West Midlands Stalking Service Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre) This position is located within the Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service The BCWA Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service supports victims of domestic violence and abuse in Sandwell, Dudley, Wolverhampton and Walsall through a range of contracted/commissioning arrangements. The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users. Our integrated approach provides effective holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach. The team: Our specialist Community Domestic Abuse Support Service supports male and female victims of domestic violence and abuse living in Sandwell, Dudley and Walsall through a range of contracted/ commissioning arrangements. The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users. Our integrated approach provides effective holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach. We have a team of supportive, dedicated, self-driven individuals who empower clients to make informed choices, helping them to live a life free from abuse. Job RoleJob Title: Sandwell Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)Position available: 1 full-time position, covering the Sandwell areaSalary: £24,310.04 (unqualified)/ £26,430.04 (qualified) Closing date: 22 December 2022 BCWA reserve the right to close this advertisement early if sufficient applications are received.All interviews will be held via Microsoft TeamsIs this you?We are looking for a qualified/unqualified IDVA (training may be provided for the right candidate) to join our dynamic team. We are looking for someone with experience of supporting victims/survivors of domestic abuse, managing a caseload and understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults. The postholder will have a good understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and how this can affect victims.The Role:Our Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVA) provide a high-quality frontline domestic abuse support service to those at high risk of harm. As an IDVA, you will support victims of domestic abuse to assess level of risk, inform victims of their options and develop tailored safety plans to protect the victim and their children. You will work within a multi-agency framework to advocate for the victim, including responding and reporting to Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC) on behalf of the victim. The role also supports the empowerment of victims/survivors, assisting them to recognise the dynamics of domestic abuse present in their own situation through one-to-one support and group work, to help them regain control of their lives. If you are self-driven, compassionate and hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you. Important information for all positions Black Country Women's Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Criminal Records Bureau for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination we treat all job applicants equally. We, therefore, ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer.
Dec 01, 2022
Full time
Black Country Women's AidLet us introduce ourselves Black Country Women's Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs led. Community Services Directorate Within this directorate the following vital services are delivered;Black Country Women's Aid Community Services include; Community Domestic Abuse Support Services (Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley) Black Country IRIS (primary care) educator and advocacy service Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Services (Black Country) Black Country Sexual Abuse Forum Black Country Counselling Service Domestic and sexual abuse Children and Young person's service (Black Country) West Midlands Stalking Service Ask Marc (Male abuse referral centre) This position is located within the Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service The BCWA Community Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Service supports victims of domestic violence and abuse in Sandwell, Dudley, Wolverhampton and Walsall through a range of contracted/commissioning arrangements. The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users. Our integrated approach provides effective holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach. The team: Our specialist Community Domestic Abuse Support Service supports male and female victims of domestic violence and abuse living in Sandwell, Dudley and Walsall through a range of contracted/ commissioning arrangements. The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users. Our integrated approach provides effective holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach. We have a team of supportive, dedicated, self-driven individuals who empower clients to make informed choices, helping them to live a life free from abuse. Job RoleJob Title: Sandwell Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)Position available: 1 full-time position, covering the Sandwell areaSalary: £24,310.04 (unqualified)/ £26,430.04 (qualified) Closing date: 22 December 2022 BCWA reserve the right to close this advertisement early if sufficient applications are received.All interviews will be held via Microsoft TeamsIs this you?We are looking for a qualified/unqualified IDVA (training may be provided for the right candidate) to join our dynamic team. We are looking for someone with experience of supporting victims/survivors of domestic abuse, managing a caseload and understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults. The postholder will have a good understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and how this can affect victims.The Role:Our Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVA) provide a high-quality frontline domestic abuse support service to those at high risk of harm. As an IDVA, you will support victims of domestic abuse to assess level of risk, inform victims of their options and develop tailored safety plans to protect the victim and their children. You will work within a multi-agency framework to advocate for the victim, including responding and reporting to Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC) on behalf of the victim. The role also supports the empowerment of victims/survivors, assisting them to recognise the dynamics of domestic abuse present in their own situation through one-to-one support and group work, to help them regain control of their lives. If you are self-driven, compassionate and hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you. Important information for all positions Black Country Women's Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Criminal Records Bureau for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination we treat all job applicants equally. We, therefore, ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed the unsuccessful candidate's documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer.
Homicide Caseworker We have an exciting opportunity for a Homicide Caseworker to join the Homicide Service in London, working 37.5 hours a week. 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? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we d love to hear from you Position: 4385 Homicide Caseworker Location: London Hours: Full time, 37.5. Monday to Friday 9 - 5 Contract: Permanent Salary: £26,484.78 per annum plus £2,800 per annum London Weighting Allowance and £1,000 Unsocial Hours Allowance Closing Date: 23rd September 2022. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. The Role This role is based in London, at the Whitecross Studios, Pan-London travel is required for the role. As a Homicide Caseworker you will be responsible for providing a high-quality, front-line service to bereaved people following Murder, Manslaughter or Infanticide. You will act as the named contact and manage a complex case-load while maintaining multi-agency links with Police Family Liaison Officers (FLOs) and other relevant organisations that can help to progress identified needs; you will ensure that bereaved people are central and integral to all processes that concern them. You will be required to determine the appropriate involvement of homicide trained student volunteers and/or volunteers on a case by case basis and oversee their work. You will be required to make effective links with operational colleagues in the region including the Witness Service. You will be required to make effective links with operational colleagues in the region including the Witness Service. About You You will need to have excellent communication skills (telephone, email and face to face meetings), an ability to build and sustain solid working relationships with various partners and most importantly build rapport with victims. You will be expected to visit victims in their own homes. This is a lone working role, being comfortable working alone for the majority of your working day, is essential. You will need the ability to advocate and support victims through their recovery, as well as managing the multi-faceted challenges you will experience on a day to day basis and will have experience of working with vulnerable people and should also be able to work under your own initiative and be able to prioritise work and conflicting demands, needs and interests, whilst keeping victims the focus of all work undertaken. You will be able to organise your diary to meet the needs of victims, whilst being able to respond to other tasks as they present and will be IT proficient (Word, Outlook, Case Management systems), record keeping is an important aspect of the Caseworker role. Being a Homicide Caseworker is a demanding role, but hugely rewarding. You will be joining a passionate and committed team who support and mentor each other to ensure that victims receive an outstanding, and consistently premium service. In Return Work for an organisation who believes in attracting and retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards and benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 30 days plus Bank Holidays Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances and maternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment and leisure discounts Access to the financial wellbeing hub and salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career development and progression About the Organisation This independent charity provides a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. Working towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System, everyone at the charity is driven by the Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. The organisation is committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Applicants are welcome from all communities and monitor the diversity of applicants to analyse if they are representative of the communities it serves in terms of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, age and socio-economic status. As part of the commitment to the Race at Work Charter applicants are particularly welcome from BAME communities You may have experience in areas such as Caseworker, Senior Caseworker, Trainee Caseworker, Case Worker, Support Worker, Homicide Caseworker, Homicide, Children & Young People Caseworker, Victim Caseworker, Vulnerable Victim Advocate, Casual Caseworker, Emotional Support Service, Domestic Abuse Case Worker, Recovery Worker, Domestic Abuse Practitioner, Victim Focus Officer, Outreach Worker, Domestic Violence Advisor, IDVA, IDVSA, Victim Support, Criminal Justice, Victim Support Officer, Witness Care, Victim Liaison, Initial Response. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
Sep 17, 2022
Full time
Homicide Caseworker We have an exciting opportunity for a Homicide Caseworker to join the Homicide Service in London, working 37.5 hours a week. 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? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we d love to hear from you Position: 4385 Homicide Caseworker Location: London Hours: Full time, 37.5. Monday to Friday 9 - 5 Contract: Permanent Salary: £26,484.78 per annum plus £2,800 per annum London Weighting Allowance and £1,000 Unsocial Hours Allowance Closing Date: 23rd September 2022. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. The Role This role is based in London, at the Whitecross Studios, Pan-London travel is required for the role. As a Homicide Caseworker you will be responsible for providing a high-quality, front-line service to bereaved people following Murder, Manslaughter or Infanticide. You will act as the named contact and manage a complex case-load while maintaining multi-agency links with Police Family Liaison Officers (FLOs) and other relevant organisations that can help to progress identified needs; you will ensure that bereaved people are central and integral to all processes that concern them. You will be required to determine the appropriate involvement of homicide trained student volunteers and/or volunteers on a case by case basis and oversee their work. You will be required to make effective links with operational colleagues in the region including the Witness Service. You will be required to make effective links with operational colleagues in the region including the Witness Service. About You You will need to have excellent communication skills (telephone, email and face to face meetings), an ability to build and sustain solid working relationships with various partners and most importantly build rapport with victims. You will be expected to visit victims in their own homes. This is a lone working role, being comfortable working alone for the majority of your working day, is essential. You will need the ability to advocate and support victims through their recovery, as well as managing the multi-faceted challenges you will experience on a day to day basis and will have experience of working with vulnerable people and should also be able to work under your own initiative and be able to prioritise work and conflicting demands, needs and interests, whilst keeping victims the focus of all work undertaken. You will be able to organise your diary to meet the needs of victims, whilst being able to respond to other tasks as they present and will be IT proficient (Word, Outlook, Case Management systems), record keeping is an important aspect of the Caseworker role. Being a Homicide Caseworker is a demanding role, but hugely rewarding. You will be joining a passionate and committed team who support and mentor each other to ensure that victims receive an outstanding, and consistently premium service. In Return Work for an organisation who believes in attracting and retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards and benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 30 days plus Bank Holidays Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances and maternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment and leisure discounts Access to the financial wellbeing hub and salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career development and progression About the Organisation This independent charity provides a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. Working towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System, everyone at the charity is driven by the Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. The organisation is committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Applicants are welcome from all communities and monitor the diversity of applicants to analyse if they are representative of the communities it serves in terms of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, age and socio-economic status. As part of the commitment to the Race at Work Charter applicants are particularly welcome from BAME communities You may have experience in areas such as Caseworker, Senior Caseworker, Trainee Caseworker, Case Worker, Support Worker, Homicide Caseworker, Homicide, Children & Young People Caseworker, Victim Caseworker, Vulnerable Victim Advocate, Casual Caseworker, Emotional Support Service, Domestic Abuse Case Worker, Recovery Worker, Domestic Abuse Practitioner, Victim Focus Officer, Outreach Worker, Domestic Violence Advisor, IDVA, IDVSA, Victim Support, Criminal Justice, Victim Support Officer, Witness Care, Victim Liaison, Initial Response. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
Senior Homicide Caseworker We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Homicide Caseworker to join the Homicide Service Team in London, working 37.5 hours a week. 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? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we d love to hear from you Position: Senior Homicide Caseworker Location: London Hours: Full time, 37.5. Monday to Friday 9 - 5 Contract: Permanent Salary: £28,607.20 per annum plus £2,800 per annum London Weighting Allowance and £1,000 Unsocial Hours Allowance Closing Date: 23rd September 2022. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. The Role You will be joining the London team and will be responsible for providing a high-quality, front-line service to bereaved people following Murder, Manslaughter, Infanticide, and Witness Service delivering a premium service. The post is full-time, working 37.5 hours a week 9-5; please note, there may be some requirement to work unsocial hours based on client needs. You will supervise a small team of caseworkers to ensure a high quality, service user led and trauma informed approach service is consistently delivered to the bereaved. You will be expected to act as the named contact and manage a complex caseload while maintaining multi-agency links with Police Family Liaison Officers (FLOs) and other relevant organisations that can help to progress identified needs; you will ensure that bereaved people are central and integral to all processes that concern them. You will be required to build effective links with operational colleagues in the region including the Witness Service. You will need to have excellent communication skills (telephone, email and face-to-face meetings), an ability to build and sustain solid working relationships with various partners and most importantly build rapport with victims. The post requires Senior Caseworkers (SCW)/Caseworkers to visit victim s homes in addition to SCW shadowing team member s when/if applicable. This is a demanding role, but hugely rewarding. You will have a small team to manage along with providing a supportive role to the Regional Manager and wider team. You will be joining a passionate and committed team who support and mentor each other to ensure that Victims received an outstanding, and consistently premium service. About You As a Senior Homicide Caseworker, you will have the ability to advocate and support victims through their recovery, as well as managing the multi-faceted challenges you will experience on a day-to-day basis. You should have experience of working with vulnerable people and should also be able to work under your own initiative, and be able to prioritise work and conflicting demand/needs and interests, whilst keeping victims at the focus of all work undertaken. You will be able to organise your diary to meet the needs of victims and staff, whilst being able to respond to other tasks as presented. You will be IT proficient (word, Outlook, Case Management systems), the ability to maintain timely and accurate records is also an important aspect of the role. In Return Work for an organisation who believes in attracting and retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards and benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 30 days plus Bank Holidays Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances and maternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment and leisure discounts Access to the financial wellbeing hub and salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career development and progression About the Organisation This independent charity provides a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. Working towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System, everyone at the charity is driven by the Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. The organisation is committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Applicants are welcome from all communities and monitor the diversity of applicants to analyse if they are representative of the communities it serves in terms of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, age and socio-economic status. As part of the commitment to the Race at Work Charter applicants are particularly welcome from BAME communities You may have experience in areas such as Caseworker, Senior Caseworker, Trainee Caseworker, Case Worker, Support Worker, Homicide Caseworker, Homicide, Children & Young People Caseworker, Victim Caseworker, Vulnerable Victim Advocate, Casual Caseworker, Emotional Support Service, Domestic Abuse Case Worker, Recovery Worker, Domestic Abuse Practitioner, Victim Focus Officer, Outreach Worker, Domestic Violence Advisor, IDVA, IDVSA, Victim Support, Criminal Justice, Victim Support Officer, Witness Care, Victim Liaison, Initial Response. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
Sep 16, 2022
Full time
Senior Homicide Caseworker We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Homicide Caseworker to join the Homicide Service Team in London, working 37.5 hours a week. 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? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we d love to hear from you Position: Senior Homicide Caseworker Location: London Hours: Full time, 37.5. Monday to Friday 9 - 5 Contract: Permanent Salary: £28,607.20 per annum plus £2,800 per annum London Weighting Allowance and £1,000 Unsocial Hours Allowance Closing Date: 23rd September 2022. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. The Role You will be joining the London team and will be responsible for providing a high-quality, front-line service to bereaved people following Murder, Manslaughter, Infanticide, and Witness Service delivering a premium service. The post is full-time, working 37.5 hours a week 9-5; please note, there may be some requirement to work unsocial hours based on client needs. You will supervise a small team of caseworkers to ensure a high quality, service user led and trauma informed approach service is consistently delivered to the bereaved. You will be expected to act as the named contact and manage a complex caseload while maintaining multi-agency links with Police Family Liaison Officers (FLOs) and other relevant organisations that can help to progress identified needs; you will ensure that bereaved people are central and integral to all processes that concern them. You will be required to build effective links with operational colleagues in the region including the Witness Service. You will need to have excellent communication skills (telephone, email and face-to-face meetings), an ability to build and sustain solid working relationships with various partners and most importantly build rapport with victims. The post requires Senior Caseworkers (SCW)/Caseworkers to visit victim s homes in addition to SCW shadowing team member s when/if applicable. This is a demanding role, but hugely rewarding. You will have a small team to manage along with providing a supportive role to the Regional Manager and wider team. You will be joining a passionate and committed team who support and mentor each other to ensure that Victims received an outstanding, and consistently premium service. About You As a Senior Homicide Caseworker, you will have the ability to advocate and support victims through their recovery, as well as managing the multi-faceted challenges you will experience on a day-to-day basis. You should have experience of working with vulnerable people and should also be able to work under your own initiative, and be able to prioritise work and conflicting demand/needs and interests, whilst keeping victims at the focus of all work undertaken. You will be able to organise your diary to meet the needs of victims and staff, whilst being able to respond to other tasks as presented. You will be IT proficient (word, Outlook, Case Management systems), the ability to maintain timely and accurate records is also an important aspect of the role. In Return Work for an organisation who believes in attracting and retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards and benefits package including: Flexible working options including hybrid working 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 30 days plus Bank Holidays Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances and maternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment and leisure discounts Access to the financial wellbeing hub and salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career development and progression About the Organisation This independent charity provides a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. Working towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System, everyone at the charity is driven by the Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. The organisation is committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Applicants are welcome from all communities and monitor the diversity of applicants to analyse if they are representative of the communities it serves in terms of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, age and socio-economic status. As part of the commitment to the Race at Work Charter applicants are particularly welcome from BAME communities You may have experience in areas such as Caseworker, Senior Caseworker, Trainee Caseworker, Case Worker, Support Worker, Homicide Caseworker, Homicide, Children & Young People Caseworker, Victim Caseworker, Vulnerable Victim Advocate, Casual Caseworker, Emotional Support Service, Domestic Abuse Case Worker, Recovery Worker, Domestic Abuse Practitioner, Victim Focus Officer, Outreach Worker, Domestic Violence Advisor, IDVA, IDVSA, Victim Support, Criminal Justice, Victim Support Officer, Witness Care, Victim Liaison, Initial Response. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
We have an amazing opportunity for three (3) Black and Minoritised Ethnic Communities Independent Domestic Violence Advisor's (BMEC IDVA) to join our new team in the London Victim and Witness Service, who will provide tailored specialist support to domestic abuse victim/survivors from Black and Minoritised Ethnic Communities, working 37.5 hours a week until 31st March 2025.Do you want to join a committed and inspiring team? Do you want to help make a real difference every day?Do you want to contribute to change & improve the quality of lives of Black and Minoritised survivors?If yes, then we'd love to hear from youWhat we offer:At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:Flexible working options including hybrid working25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 30 days plus Bank HolidaysPension with 5% employer contributionHigh Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discountsAccess to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted financeEmployee assistance programme & wellbeing supportOngoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progressionAbout the role:These posts are open to applicants who identify as being from Black and Minoritised Ethnic Communities only, as this is deemed a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010.These roles offer flexibility for home and office working with travel to appointments to meet clients across London as required. Office locations are EC1Y 8ST, IG11 8HG, SW11 2PH, & SW5 9EB.As a Black and Minoritised Ethnic Communities Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (BMEC IDVA) you will:Provide a proactive, high quality and trauma-informed support service to survivors of domestic violence and abuse, with a particular focus on black and minoritised ethnic communities.Providing risk assessment, safety planning, advocacy and prevention & recovery work You will need: You will need a passion for working with victim/survivors and a thorough understanding of domestic abuse and its impact.The ability to speak Polish, Ukrainian, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, Tamil, Turkish, Kurdish, Russian , Somali, Yoruba, Akan, French, Lingala, Igbo, Gujarati, Arabic, Sylheti/Bengali, Hindi, Urdu, is desirable.Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.About Us:Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.Victim Support is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe having a diverse workforce at all levels allows us to represent the communities we serve and connect better with people affected by crime. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all communities and monitor the diversity of applicants to analyse if we are representative of the communities we serve in terms of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, age and socio-economic status. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we would particularly welcome applicants from BAME communities.How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.We looking forward to hearing from you.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
Jul 31, 2022
Full time
We have an amazing opportunity for three (3) Black and Minoritised Ethnic Communities Independent Domestic Violence Advisor's (BMEC IDVA) to join our new team in the London Victim and Witness Service, who will provide tailored specialist support to domestic abuse victim/survivors from Black and Minoritised Ethnic Communities, working 37.5 hours a week until 31st March 2025.Do you want to join a committed and inspiring team? Do you want to help make a real difference every day?Do you want to contribute to change & improve the quality of lives of Black and Minoritised survivors?If yes, then we'd love to hear from youWhat we offer:At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:Flexible working options including hybrid working25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 30 days plus Bank HolidaysPension with 5% employer contributionHigh Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discountsAccess to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted financeEmployee assistance programme & wellbeing supportOngoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progressionAbout the role:These posts are open to applicants who identify as being from Black and Minoritised Ethnic Communities only, as this is deemed a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010.These roles offer flexibility for home and office working with travel to appointments to meet clients across London as required. Office locations are EC1Y 8ST, IG11 8HG, SW11 2PH, & SW5 9EB.As a Black and Minoritised Ethnic Communities Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (BMEC IDVA) you will:Provide a proactive, high quality and trauma-informed support service to survivors of domestic violence and abuse, with a particular focus on black and minoritised ethnic communities.Providing risk assessment, safety planning, advocacy and prevention & recovery work You will need: You will need a passion for working with victim/survivors and a thorough understanding of domestic abuse and its impact.The ability to speak Polish, Ukrainian, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, Tamil, Turkish, Kurdish, Russian , Somali, Yoruba, Akan, French, Lingala, Igbo, Gujarati, Arabic, Sylheti/Bengali, Hindi, Urdu, is desirable.Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.About Us:Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.Victim Support is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe having a diverse workforce at all levels allows us to represent the communities we serve and connect better with people affected by crime. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all communities and monitor the diversity of applicants to analyse if we are representative of the communities we serve in terms of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, age and socio-economic status. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we would particularly welcome applicants from BAME communities.How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.We looking forward to hearing from you.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
2M Employment Solutions
West Bromwich, West Midlands
Black Country Women's Aid Let us introduce ourselves Black Country Women's Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs led. The team: Our specialist Community Domestic Abuse Support Service supports male and female victims of domestic violence and abuse living in Sandwell, Dudley and Walsall through a range of contracted\/ commissioning arrangements. The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users. Our integrated approach provides effective holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach. We have a team of supportive, dedicated, self-driven individuals who empower clients to make informed choices, helping them to live a life free from abuse. Job Role Job Title: Sandwell Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)Position available: 1 full-time position, covering the Sandwell areaSalary: 22,934 (unqualified)\/ 24,174 (qualified) Closing date: Wednesday 22nd DecemberAll interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you? We are looking for a qualified\/unqualified IDVA (training may be provided for the right candidate) to join our dynamic team. We are looking for someone with experience of supporting victims\/survivors of domestic abuse, managing a caseload and understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults. The post holder will have a good understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and how this can affect victims. The Role: Our Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVA) provide a high-quality frontline domestic abuse support service to those at high risk of harm. As an IDVA, you will support victims of domestic abuse to assess the level of risk, inform victims of their options and develop tailored safety plans to protect the victim and their children. You will work within a multi-agency framework to advocate for the victim, including responding and reporting to Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC) on behalf of the victim. The role also supports the empowerment of victims\/survivors, assisting them to recognise the dynamics of domestic abuse present in their own situation through one to one support and group work, to help them regain control of their lives. If you are self-driven, compassionate and hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you. Important information for all positions Black Country Women's Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Criminal Records Bureau for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination we treat all job applicants equally. We, therefore, ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed the unsuccessful candidates documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer. If you have finished full-time education and you have no employer reference, we will accept a reference from: * a professional from your centre of study, for instance, a teacher, lecturer or headteacher* GP or health visitor* a character reference from a person who knows you* a civil servant from a government agency* a bank manager DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. COVID-19 BCWA has adapted services during COVID to support victims of violence and abuse that meet all the latest Government guidance. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is available at all our sites and distributed to all staff as appropriate. Full details of the BCWA Risk Assessment can be found on our website. Please read this as it provides the framework that we are delivering services against. You will receive appropriate training to undertake the duties of the job on and on and offsite basis and all situations are risk assessed. Management supervision, support and oversight is embedded in our practice to ensure all parties are kept safe.
Dec 08, 2021
Full time
Black Country Women's Aid Let us introduce ourselves Black Country Women's Aid (BCWA) is an established charity working across the Black Country and wider West Midlands providing accommodation and community support services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse and human trafficking. Services range from advocacy, civil remedies, support in court, individual and group support and access to a range of therapeutic interventions. All services are client and needs led. The team: Our specialist Community Domestic Abuse Support Service supports male and female victims of domestic violence and abuse living in Sandwell, Dudley and Walsall through a range of contracted\/ commissioning arrangements. The service works in partnership with other services within BCWA and key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users. Our integrated approach provides effective holistic support for survivors of abuse using a trauma-informed approach. We have a team of supportive, dedicated, self-driven individuals who empower clients to make informed choices, helping them to live a life free from abuse. Job Role Job Title: Sandwell Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)Position available: 1 full-time position, covering the Sandwell areaSalary: 22,934 (unqualified)\/ 24,174 (qualified) Closing date: Wednesday 22nd DecemberAll interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams Is this you? We are looking for a qualified\/unqualified IDVA (training may be provided for the right candidate) to join our dynamic team. We are looking for someone with experience of supporting victims\/survivors of domestic abuse, managing a caseload and understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults. The post holder will have a good understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and how this can affect victims. The Role: Our Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVA) provide a high-quality frontline domestic abuse support service to those at high risk of harm. As an IDVA, you will support victims of domestic abuse to assess the level of risk, inform victims of their options and develop tailored safety plans to protect the victim and their children. You will work within a multi-agency framework to advocate for the victim, including responding and reporting to Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC) on behalf of the victim. The role also supports the empowerment of victims\/survivors, assisting them to recognise the dynamics of domestic abuse present in their own situation through one to one support and group work, to help them regain control of their lives. If you are self-driven, compassionate and hardworking with lots of ambition we would love to hear from you. Important information for all positions Black Country Women's Aid is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. It will be necessary for an enhanced disclosure to be made to the Criminal Records Bureau for details of any previous criminal convictions.Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. The post holder must be female. Employment checks As a responsible employer we adhere to safer recruitment practice and all our employees are subject to the following recruitment checks: Right to work in the UKUnder Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we, as a responsible employer need to ensure that we do not employ anyone illegally. To avoid discrimination we treat all job applicants equally. We, therefore, ask all candidates selected for interview to bring original documentation to show their Right to Work in the UK. A copy of these will be taken. Once the successful candidate has been appointed the unsuccessful candidates documents will be destroyed confidentially. You may be refused an interview if you do not bring the correct documents with you. References Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One of these should be your current or most recent employer. If you have finished full-time education and you have no employer reference, we will accept a reference from: * a professional from your centre of study, for instance, a teacher, lecturer or headteacher* GP or health visitor* a character reference from a person who knows you* a civil servant from a government agency* a bank manager DBS All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level. COVID-19 BCWA has adapted services during COVID to support victims of violence and abuse that meet all the latest Government guidance. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is available at all our sites and distributed to all staff as appropriate. Full details of the BCWA Risk Assessment can be found on our website. Please read this as it provides the framework that we are delivering services against. You will receive appropriate training to undertake the duties of the job on and on and offsite basis and all situations are risk assessed. Management supervision, support and oversight is embedded in our practice to ensure all parties are kept safe.
SPOC is a multi-agency team made up of several hubs, IIAA (Integrated Information Advice and Assistance), ISH (Integrated Safeguarding Hub), FWT (Family Wellbeing Team), DAH (Domestic Abuse Hub) and the CMET Hub (Contextual, Missing, Exploited and Trafficked Hub). All of the Hubs within SPOC have a shared purpose of assisting families in Swansea to live happy, healthy and safe lives with help from the right people at the right time; if and when they need it. The DAH is a multi-disciplinary hub and comprises of Social Workers, Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVA), Lead Workers and Equilibrium Programme Facilitators. Our approach follows the principles of the Social Services and Well Being Act (Wales) 2014, which focusses on working with people, in partnership, to meet their needs and prevent them from escalating. The role of the Practice Lead in the Domestic Abuse Hub will be to: Make threshold decisions in respect of referrals received via the inbox, considering all the information presented in the referral in the context of the family's history, previous referrals/ assessments and plans. Make next steps decisions and provide both advice and guidance to Social Workers whilst they are taking information over the phone or in person by helping them explore and consider additional questions that could be asked to gather enough information around the worries, complicating factors, strengths and wellbeing goals. Task the referrals to the most appropriate person within the team and provide them with advice on how to undertake the tasks. Review the information that Social Workers have gathered through their discussions with families and agencies in order to determine whether the needs can be best met via EIP services, or whether a case requires either a child protection response in line with the Wales safeguarding procedures or whether there are eligible care and support needs that cannot be met via EIP services Represent Child and Family Services at the Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference. Chairing meetings such as family network meetings or step up meetings from the Early Help Hub. Liaise with Practice Leads/Senior worker's from Supported Care Planning and the Early Help Hub's when transferring cases to their area of service. Supporting staff to develop wellbeing plans with families to prevent the escalation of need. Provide supervision to the Social Workers in the team. Support in the development of contextual safeguarding approach by helping Social Worker's identify areas that may be a risk when they are receiving initial information. Maintain positive links with partner agencies. For further information about this post, please contact Katie Davies, Hub Manager
Dec 01, 2021
Full time
SPOC is a multi-agency team made up of several hubs, IIAA (Integrated Information Advice and Assistance), ISH (Integrated Safeguarding Hub), FWT (Family Wellbeing Team), DAH (Domestic Abuse Hub) and the CMET Hub (Contextual, Missing, Exploited and Trafficked Hub). All of the Hubs within SPOC have a shared purpose of assisting families in Swansea to live happy, healthy and safe lives with help from the right people at the right time; if and when they need it. The DAH is a multi-disciplinary hub and comprises of Social Workers, Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVA), Lead Workers and Equilibrium Programme Facilitators. Our approach follows the principles of the Social Services and Well Being Act (Wales) 2014, which focusses on working with people, in partnership, to meet their needs and prevent them from escalating. The role of the Practice Lead in the Domestic Abuse Hub will be to: Make threshold decisions in respect of referrals received via the inbox, considering all the information presented in the referral in the context of the family's history, previous referrals/ assessments and plans. Make next steps decisions and provide both advice and guidance to Social Workers whilst they are taking information over the phone or in person by helping them explore and consider additional questions that could be asked to gather enough information around the worries, complicating factors, strengths and wellbeing goals. Task the referrals to the most appropriate person within the team and provide them with advice on how to undertake the tasks. Review the information that Social Workers have gathered through their discussions with families and agencies in order to determine whether the needs can be best met via EIP services, or whether a case requires either a child protection response in line with the Wales safeguarding procedures or whether there are eligible care and support needs that cannot be met via EIP services Represent Child and Family Services at the Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference. Chairing meetings such as family network meetings or step up meetings from the Early Help Hub. Liaise with Practice Leads/Senior worker's from Supported Care Planning and the Early Help Hub's when transferring cases to their area of service. Supporting staff to develop wellbeing plans with families to prevent the escalation of need. Provide supervision to the Social Workers in the team. Support in the development of contextual safeguarding approach by helping Social Worker's identify areas that may be a risk when they are receiving initial information. Maintain positive links with partner agencies. For further information about this post, please contact Katie Davies, Hub Manager
