Overview
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 include 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. BCWA Modern Slavery Support Service is a specialist service providing accommodation and community support to victims of modern-day slavery and human trafficking who have accessed the National Referral Mechanism and are supported under Home Office national contracting arrangements. BCWA is the lead provider of services covering the West Midlands areas and some bordering local authorities, working in partnership with key agencies to assess risk and provide tailored support plans for service users. The aim is to ensure that victims of modern slavery receive a safe space to live, support including financial and practical assistance and referrals to partner agencies as necessary.
Job Role
Job Title: Modern Slavery Outreach Advocate
Position type: Full-time (37.5 hours / Monday-Friday), based in the West Midlands
Salary: £24,315.30 - £26,917.29
Closing date: 16 October 2025
Is this you?
We are looking for a highly skilled Modern Slavery Outreach Advocate with excellent communication skills, compassion and an understanding of the impact of abuse and exploitation. We are seeking an innovative candidate who has experience of working with adults who have experienced trauma and abuse. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving and developing leadership skills.
The Role
The successful candidate will provide a high-quality frontline service to both female and male victims of Modern Slavery (international human trafficking) and their children within the West Midlands area. You will be involved in all aspects of case management including risk assessment, needs assessment, journey planning, outcomes and case review when supporting clients through their recovery and reflection period.
Responsibilities
* Provide a high-quality frontline service to victims of Modern Slavery and their children within the West Midlands.
* Engage in all aspects of case management: risk assessment, needs assessment, journey planning, outcomes and case reviews.
Requirements
If you are self-driven, conscientious, hardworking with ambition, we would love to hear from you. The role requires experience of working with adults who have experienced trauma and abuse, and the ability to problem-solve and develop leadership skills.
How to apply
To be considered for this position, click 'apply' and you will be emailed a link to an application form, job description, and equal opportunities form, plus details on how to complete your application. CVs will not be accepted.
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. An enhanced disclosure will be required by the Disclosure and Barring Service for details of any previous criminal convictions.
Employment checks
As a responsible employer, we adhere to safer recruitment practices and all employees are subject to the following checks:
* Right to work in the UK
* Under Section 8 of the Asylum and Immigration Act, we ensure we do not employ anyone illegally and treat all applicants equally
References
Following your interview, two employment references will be sought. One should be your current or most recent employer. If you have finished full-time education and have no employer reference, acceptable alternatives include: a professional from your centre of study (teacher/lecturer/headteacher), GP or health visitor, a character reference, a civil servant from a government agency, or a bank manager.
DBS
All positions are subject to DBS checks at the relevant level.
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