Independent Domestic Violence Advisor

We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Domestic & Sexual Violence Adviser (IDSVA) 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…

Details

• Location: West Cumberland or Westmoreland & Furness, Cumbria
• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
• Salary: Qualified £28,611.00, Unqualified £26,830.20 per annum
• Contract: Permanent
• DBS and Police vetting required
• Closing Date: 23/07/2025

What we offer

• Flexible working options including hybrid working
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days
• Additional day off for your birthday, options to buy/sell leave
• Pension with 5% employer contribution
• Enhanced sick pay, maternity & paternity pay
• Discounts on shopping, holidays, gym, entertainment, and leisure
• Financial wellbeing support and employee assistance programs
• Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes
• Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans
• Training and career development opportunities

Role Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, proactive support to victims of domestic and sexual violence
• Work within multi-agency frameworks including MARAC, SARC, and others
• Monitor care pathways, conduct risk assessments, and assist clients in accessing rights and services
• Attend meetings and report regularly to line managers
• Conduct talks and presentations to local groups and agencies to promote the service

Requirements

• Experience working with victims of domestic and sexual violence
• Experience in caseload management and crisis intervention
• Qualified or willingness to work towards an IDVA/ISVA accreditation
• Good IT skills, knowledge of criminal justice issues, and understanding of court processes