Expiry Date: 28-Jan-2026
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment? Are you ready to take on a role that impacts your community? We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Independent Advocate to join our vibrant team in Greenwich!
Location
Greenwich
Salary
£26,743.64 (Full time salary £26,738.64 including London Weighting)
Hours of Work
Full‑time: 37 hours, working between 9am - 5pm Monday‑Friday.
Contract Type
Permanent
Responsibilities
* Provide support to vulnerable adults facing significant health and social care challenges.
* Deliver persuasive verbal and written representations on behalf of clients.
* Collaborate with public and voluntary organisations.
* Take directed actions to address client issues.
Requirements
* Strong communication and time‑management skills to work remotely.
* Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, and the ability to learn client‑management software.
* Attention to detail to ensure accurate recording of records and reporting to meet tight deadlines.
* Proof of an advocacy qualification – City and Guilds Level 4 Independent Advocacy Practice Qualification (IAP) or Level 3 National Advocacy Qualification (NAQ). If not held, the expectation is to attain the IAP qualification within 12 months post‑probation.
* Mandatory enhanced DBS check and National Offender Management Service vetting.
* Vehicle insurance for personal business vehicle (if required for travel).
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 holidays (rising to 30 days after 5 years service) with option to buy or sell up to 5 days.
* Birthday off as an additional holiday day after 1 year’s service.
* Discretionary shutdown days at Christmas with up to 4 additional days leave.
* 1 Community Leave Day per annum.
* Cash Wellbeing Healthcare Plan covering optical, dental, alternative therapy, and more.
* Auto‑enrolment Pension plan.
* Death in service cover.
Meet the Organisation
POhWER is committed to empowering individuals and ensuring their voices are heard. We provide advocacy and information services to support people in making effective decisions about their health and social care. Our team listens, explores options, and takes action to meet our clients' best interests.
We provide a full induction, training and equipment, including a laptop and mobile phone. It is a contractual requirement that all advocates hold or are working towards an advocacy qualification. If you do not already hold an NAQ certificate or diploma or IAP qualification or equivalent, the expectation will be that you will gain the City and Guilds IAP qualification following successful completion of probation and pre‑enrolment process. POhWER will fully sponsor this and provide a reasonable amount of study time and expect advocates to complete registration within 12 months.
Think you are the perfect fit for this Independent Advocate role? Don't wait! Apply now with your CV and cover letter.
Closing Date
9am Wednesday 28th January 2026
Interview Date
TBC
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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 essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. POhWER is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities, and particularly welcoming candidates from groups currently under‑represented in our workforce. We offer family‑friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support people from different backgrounds.
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