Children and Young Persons (CYP) IDVA Location: Pool or Plymouth (Dependent on location) Area Covered: Countrywide Salary: £24,956 per annum (Rising to £25,350 per annum on successful completion of probation and £26,474 per annum after accreditation) Vacancy Type: Fixed Term Contract until Friday 6th February 2026 (Maternity Cover) Closing Date: 28th September 2025 The Role This is a fixed term contract until February 2026 covering maternity leave for their CYP IDVA role. The CYP IDVA will be responsible for managing a caseload of young people aged between 13-17 years old who are experiencing serious harm from (intimate partner violence) and domestic abuse. The post holder will ensure that each young person receives a trauma-informed, needs led, risk assessed service which is tailored to their individual needs and requirements. The CYP IDVA will proactively work closely with other local agencies, professionals and forums to effectively identify and support young people who are experiencing serious harm from intimate partner violence and domestic abuse. To ensure that these young people receive integrated and seamless multi agency support which will include both safeguarding and MARAC interventions. Key responsibilities: Provide a pro-active service to young people experiencing domestic abuse. To provide advocacy, emotional and practical support and information to victims to address key needs. The CYP IDVA will act as a champion for young people raising awareness of the severity of the abuse young people experience To engage local agencies, professionals and forums in developing new care/referral pathways for children and young people experiencing domestic abuse. To understand and actively use the legal framework relating to the protection of victims including the policy and procedures of the local safeguarding. Facilitate Outreach and drop-in services in community based locations across Cornwall and Isles Of Scilly. Skills and Qualifications Driving licence and access to a vehicle. Understanding the principles of risk assessment, safety planning and risk management for victims of domestic abuse and their children Benefits A comprehensive induction and training programme, with a hybrid working policy for a better work/life balance. A wellbeing day per financial year (1st April to 31st March) Access to external supervision to discuss personal or emotional responses to traumatic cases, to ensure emotional and psychological wellbeing. Health and wellbeing resources including their staff Wellbeing Group, Staff Consultation Committee and active participation in their employee engagement platform. Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which includes a 24/7 telephone helpline offering medical, emotional and financial support. Working for an organisation committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. They encourage applications from all sections of the community, and all backgrounds regardless of age, race, faith, disability, neurodiversity's, genders, gender expression or sexuality. They are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and have an LGBTQIA Staff Network. Annual pay review and employer contribution pension scheme. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.