Independent Advocate

At POhWER, we are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives and pushing boundaries to create an impact. As a permanent employee, you will have the opportunity to bring this mission to life and play a vital role in delivering high‑quality, person‑centred advocacy.

Location

Home based with travel around the Nottingham area. Applicants should live in the Nottingham area, have a full driver’s licence and access to their own transport.

Hours of Work

37 hours per week – 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

Compensation

Salary: Starting salary £24,242.40 per annum. Contract: Permanent.

What You’ll Do

• Provide high quality instructed and non‑instructed advocacy according to the needs of the client and relevant services being provided.
• Act on behalf of clients at all times, following their instructions and representing their wishes, feelings, beliefs and values consistently with the law, guidance and best practice.
• Evidence effective, outcome‑focused case management, ensuring all casework demonstrates planning, action and review with relevant recording.
• Provide high quality written reports as part of statutory advocacy roles.
• Escalate concerns or complaints professionally to relevant public bodies as instructed by clients or otherwise where appropriate.

Independent Advocate Requirements

• Strong communication and time management skills to successfully work remotely.
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and the ability to learn client‑management software.
• Attention to detail to ensure accurate recording and reporting to meet tight deadlines.

Desirable

• Previous experience in advocacy, information and advice, or a similar role within health, social care, or the voluntary sector.
• Demonstrable experience working with vulnerable adults.
• Working knowledge of public and voluntary organisations.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + bank holiday (rising to 30 days after 5 years service); option to buy or sell up to 5 days leave.
• Cash wellbeing healthcare plan covering optical, dental, alternative therapy and more.
• Auto enrolment pension plan.
• Death in service cover.
• Community leave day per annum.
• Discretionary shutdown days at Christmas with up to 4 additional days leave.

Meet the Organisation

POhWER is committed to empowering individuals and enabling their voices to be heard. We provide advocacy and information services to support people in making effective decisions about their health and social care.

Closing Date

9AM, Friday 28th November 2025 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy early). Interview date: TBC.

Equal Opportunity Statement

POhWER is an equal opportunities employer, holder of the Investors in People Silver award, and a member of the MINDFUL EMPLOYER scheme. We are a level 2 Disability confidence scheme employer, and disabled applicants who meet all the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. POhWER is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities, and particularly welcome candidates from groups currently underrepresented in our workforce.