Team Leader- Independent Domestic Violence Advisor
We have a new opportunity for an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) Team Leader to join the 'Pathfinder' project in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.
This project will support victims of domestic abuse in the Family Court. You will be responsible for IDVA practice and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of all requested supporting documentation.
The post is for 37.5 hours a week and whilst initially fixed term, this may be extended.
We’d love to hear from you…
County/Borough Staffordshire Office location St Johns House, Weston Road, Stafford, ST16 3LH Full time/Part time Full time Hours per week 37.5 Work schedule Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm Basic Salary £31,732.20 per annum Contract type Fixed Term DBS required? Standard End date (if fixed term) 31/03/2026 Police vetting required? Yes Closing Date 03/10/2025 Ref No 6351 Documents
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What we offer
At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes:
2. Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
3. Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
4. Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
5. Welcome Bonus: £500 on successful completion of probation period.
6. Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
7. Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
8. Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
9. Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
10. Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
11. Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
12. Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
13. Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.
About the Role
As a IDVA Team Leader (Pathfinder project) you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, and will take referrals from CAFCASS to arrange support for victims of domestic abuse entering or going through family court proceedings. You will allocate these to the team of IDVA's, that you will directly manage. You will case review all open supported cases. You will ensure all reports created are accurate and compliant with data protection legislation and guides.
Key Responsibilities:
14. Direct support to IDVA and regular supervision / line management
15. Report writing and checking for CAFCASS and other partners.
16. Monitoring and recording activity and outcomes measured.
About You:
Ideally, you will have:
17. - A good understanding around the issues of domestic abuse and its implications for children and young people
18. - Knowledge of family court proceedings
19. - Ability to write concise, factual, effective reports
20. - Experience of developing and maintaining effective working relationships
You will need:
21. Training for IDVA Managers, if available
This role involves regular travel and due to the locations, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. If you are unable to drive because of a disability, please indicate this in your application in your personal statement so we can explore the feasibility of alternative arrangements.