About the Role
The University’s Student Health and Wellbeing Service is looking to recruit a post of Sexual and Domestic Abuse Adviser.
Post: 0.5 FTE (18.25 hours per week) on a 6‑month fixed‑term basis.
Qualifications: Independent Sexual Violence Adviser (ISVA) or Independent Domestic Abuse Adviser (IDVA) with experience supporting survivors.
Purpose: Provide high‑standard practical and emotional support to students, deliver preventative education, raise awareness, promote support services and handle complex student‑case work.
About You
We are seeking a candidate capable of giving 1:1 specialist support, assessing student needs, meeting practical and emotional requirements, maintaining professional links with local and national organisations, and participating in national forums.
Background Checks
Applicants must obtain an Enhanced DBS check and a Child’s Barred List check. A listing on the Child’s barred list would be unlawful for this role.
Flexible Working
Part‑time or other flexible arrangements will be considered, despite the position being advertised as full‑time.
How to Apply
Closing deadline: Tuesday 3rd March 2026 at 11:55 pm (UK Time). Submit your application via the official careers portal (warwick-careers.tal.net) before the deadline. Include a CV and a cover letter.
* Your CV should include your education and employment history (including your most recent employment) and any other relevant experience such as volunteering or extracurricular activities.
* Your cover letter should explain your motivations for applying, and demonstrate how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the attached PDF.
Interview & Start Date
* Interview date: To be confirmed
* Start date: As soon as possible
Benefits
* An attractive pension scheme
* 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure
* Generous parental/adoption leave policy
* Onsite childcare facilities
* Excellent learning and development opportunities
What We Offer
We recognize the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer flexible working arrangements. We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.
About the Department
The Wellbeing and Safeguarding Department delivers a wide range of support services for students through the Wellbeing, Disability and Counselling Psychotherapy Services teams. The Student Health and Wellbeing Service is part of this department and includes Wellbeing Practitioners, Mental Health Nurses and Sexual and Domestic Abuse Advisers.
About the University
We are a world‑leading research‑intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 106th in the world and 8th in the UK. Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world‑leading or internationally excellent. Find out more at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
Right to Work in the UK
If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK and/or are seeking sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow the provided link for further information.
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