BAME Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 18 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £14.30 yr awr |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 17 Awst 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Bolton, Greater Manchester |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Fortalice |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: |
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BAME Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)
Hours: Fulltime (37 hours) or Job share (18.5 hours)
Salary: £14.30 per hour
Do you have a resilient and empathic personality and a genuine passion for supporting people? We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a BAME IDVA to join our highly experienced team. If you have experience of supporting individuals with complex needs from a trauma informed perspective, and have a good understanding of culturally specific issues, then Fortalice wants to hear from you!
Purpose of the role:
Provide high-quality support to victims of domestic abuse, focusing on those at highest risk and advocating for them. Aim to reduce further abuse while working within a multi-agency framework, including MARAC and local partnerships. We encourage applications from individuals experienced with the BAME community who can address language, cultural, and faith barriers, enhancing engagement with Fortalice's domestic abuse support services.
Key skills:
The role requires fluency in Urdu and strong English communication skills. Candidates should hold a SafeLives IDVA training certificate or have relevant experience with domestic abuse victims. A strong understanding of domestic abuse, its impact on victims and their children, and knowledge of Bolton’s domestic abuse services is essential. Additionally, candidates must be familiar with risk assessment, safety planning, and risk management principles to effectively support and guide victims.
How to apply and other information
• Women only applicants can apply for the post as this is an occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1, schedule 9 of the Equality Act under section 7.2e of the Equality Act 2010
• As this is a community based project and the work will involve travelling to different venues, therefore it is essential to have a current valid driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance for work
• Request an application pack by emailing jobs@fortalice.co.uk
Hours: Fulltime (37 hours) or Job share (18.5 hours)
Salary: £14.30 per hour
Do you have a resilient and empathic personality and a genuine passion for supporting people? We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a BAME IDVA to join our highly experienced team. If you have experience of supporting individuals with complex needs from a trauma informed perspective, and have a good understanding of culturally specific issues, then Fortalice wants to hear from you!
Purpose of the role:
Provide high-quality support to victims of domestic abuse, focusing on those at highest risk and advocating for them. Aim to reduce further abuse while working within a multi-agency framework, including MARAC and local partnerships. We encourage applications from individuals experienced with the BAME community who can address language, cultural, and faith barriers, enhancing engagement with Fortalice's domestic abuse support services.
Key skills:
The role requires fluency in Urdu and strong English communication skills. Candidates should hold a SafeLives IDVA training certificate or have relevant experience with domestic abuse victims. A strong understanding of domestic abuse, its impact on victims and their children, and knowledge of Bolton’s domestic abuse services is essential. Additionally, candidates must be familiar with risk assessment, safety planning, and risk management principles to effectively support and guide victims.
How to apply and other information
• Women only applicants can apply for the post as this is an occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1, schedule 9 of the Equality Act under section 7.2e of the Equality Act 2010
• As this is a community based project and the work will involve travelling to different venues, therefore it is essential to have a current valid driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance for work
• Request an application pack by emailing jobs@fortalice.co.uk