Advocacy Caseworker
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time, 21 hours per week (FTE 35 hours)
Work Pattern: 21 hours per week to be worked Monday-Friday. Hours of work to be agreed.
Location: SIA House, Milton Keynes with hybrid working available.
Salary: £35,040 per annum, FTE (£21,024 per annum actual for 21 hours per week).
About Us
The Spinal Injuries Association is committed to a singular vision: a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury. Everyone has a right to live a fulfilled life and that means the life they choose, a life that has the same opportunities as everyone else. We are the expert guiding voice for life after spinal cord injury.
About The Role
The Advocacy Caseworker will be responsible for providing Social Care and CHC casework and support to SCI people for a wide range of issues relating to their health care and independent living. Working with SIA teams and external partners and agencies they will also be responsible for improving the provision of services to SCI people. The data and case studies they collate will be central to both the work of the Campaigns and Fundraising teams and the wider SIA communications. This information will also assist with service and organisational development, identifying new trends and areas of unmet need.
Requirements:
* At least one year experience of CHC and/or social care work.
* Experience of working with government bodies such as social workers, NHS, etc.
* Good understanding of relevant social policy, welfare rights, health and social care issues affecting people living with disabilities, particularly those with spinal cord injuries.
* Ability to cope with challenging or emotional enquiries and enquirers.
* Ability to prioritize a busy workload and explain complex information in an accessible way.
Benefits
* Annual leave: 28 days per holiday year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after two years of service (pro‑rated for part‑time employees).
* Access to Group pension scheme (6% employer contribution).
* Access to Group life assurance scheme.
* Access to Healthcare cash plan.
* Access to discounted gym membership.
* Access to Employee assistance programme (EAP).
* Employee volunteer days.
* Free car parking at SIA House.
* Investing in our people: all members of staff are encouraged to discuss their development plans and aspirations with their line manager. A budget is available for talent development.
Closing date: 12 January 2026, 9am
Interview dates: 27 January 2026 at SIA House, Milton Keynes
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
At SIA, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, and caring culture. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status. Disabled candidates who meet the standard job criteria will be offered a guaranteed interview. Fully remote working considered for the right candidate. No agencies please.
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