Overview
At POhWER, we are passionate about making a difference in people\'s lives and push boundaries to make an impact. If you are ready to take on a role that impacts your community and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, you will be the perfect match for one of our Independent Advocate roles.
Hours and Location
Hours of Work: 37 hours working between 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday as required.
Location: Home based with travel around the Middlesbrough area. Applicants should live in the Middlesbrough area; have a full driver\'s licence and access to their own transport. You may be required to commute outside your specified borough; mileage is covered within our policy.
Due to the requirements of this role we are happy to also consider applications from outside of the posted location.
Salary and Contract
Salary: Starting Salary £24,242.40 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Independent Advocate Requirements
* Strong communication and time management skills to successfully work remotely.
* Excellent IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and the ability to learn software packages such as client management databases.
* Attention to detail to ensure accurate recording of records and reporting to meet tight deadlines.
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.
About Us
At POhWER, we are committed to empowering individuals and enabling their voices to be heard. We provide advocacy and information services to support people in making effective decisions about their health and social care. Our team is dedicated to listening, exploring options, and taking action to meet our clients\' best interests.
Closing Date and Additional
Closing Date: 9AM, Thursday 19th February 2026 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy early)
An Enhanced DBS check and National Offender Management Service vetting will be conducted for this position.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
POhWER is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities, and particularly welcome candidates from groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, women, men, Black, Asian and other racially minoritised people, LGBTQ+ who are currently under-represented in our workforce.
Inclusion and Policies
To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support people from different backgrounds.
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 the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
POhWER is an independent charity that provides advocacy and information services.
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