Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA)

Location: Garston, Liverpool (Office-based with some community work as required)
Contract: Temporary (Initial 4-week assignment with potential extension)
Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm (37.5 hours per week)

Pay: £18-£20 per hour
Start Date: Immediate

We are seeking an experienced and qualified Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to provide immediate cover for a short-term assignment due to sickness absence. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional to support high-risk victims of domestic abuse and make a meaningful impact within the local community.

There may be an opportunity for the assignment to be extended beyond the initial four-week period.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, trauma-informed support to victims of domestic abuse.
• Manage a caseload of high-risk clients and develop robust safety plans.
• Conduct risk assessments using recognised domestic abuse assessment tools.
• Advocate on behalf of service users with statutory and voluntary agencies.
• Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings, including MARAC where required.
• Support clients in accessing housing, legal, health and safeguarding services.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures.
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes for service users.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA).
• Minimum 12 months' experience working within domestic abuse services.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk management and domestic abuse legislation.
• Ability to manage complex cases and work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills.
• Ability to travel regularly to the office in Garston, Liverpool.
• Working hours 9-5 Monday to Friday

Desirable

• Experience of working within a MARAC framework.
• Knowledge of local domestic abuse services across Liverpool and Merseyside.
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.

For more information contact Sarah on or email