Overview
Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) role at TieTalent (Victim Support) covering the Tamworth area. The role is 37.5 hours per week, with travel across Staffordshire required. Hybrid working is considered after a mandatory six month probationary period.
Responsibilities
* Provide proactive, high‑quality frontline support to victims of domestic abuse through ongoing risk assessment, safety planning, advocacy, and emotional and practical support.
* Work within a multi‑agency framework including MARAC and local partnership responses to keep safety central to services for victims.
* Promote the service, raise awareness of issues, minimise barriers, and improve access to support.
What we offer
* Flexible working options including hybrid working
* 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
* Extra day off for your birthday and options to buy or sell annual leave
* Pension with 5% employer contribution
* Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity and paternity payments
* Discounts on high street, retail, holidays, gym, entertainment and leisure
* Access to financial wellbeing hub and salary‑deducted finance
* Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
* EDI networks and colleague cafes
* Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans
* Ongoing training and opportunities for career development and progression
About the role
This role will work across Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent, based in our Stafford office. Hybrid working is considered following the six month probationary period. Travel across the whole of Staffordshire is required.
Requirements
* Experience of providing support to those affected by domestic abuse
* Experience of undertaking needs and risk assessments and creating safety plans
* Experience of MARAC and other partnership processes
* Experience of multi‑agency working
How to apply
Please follow the link on our website to the Jobs page and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you.
About Us
Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing specialist services to people affected by crime across England and Wales. We aim to reduce victimisation and improve support and access to the Criminal Justice System. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults; background checks may be required. We welcome applicants from diverse communities and are an inclusive employer. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with a disability who meet essential criteria.
Important notices
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient suitable applications. If you have already started an application, we will advise of amended closing dates where possible.
Job posting details
Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (MARAC) – Tamworth/Staffordshire area
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