Independent Domestic Violence Advisor Job at Victim Support (Rochdale)

Independent Domestic Violence Advisor

Victim Support

Location:
United Kingdom , Rochdale

Category:
Customer Service

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

27752.00 - 29583.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor to join the team in Rochdale, working 37.5 hours a week. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we’d love to hear from you… This role is office based in Rochdale Police Station and the ideal candidate will be based 3 days per week with Victim Support and a couple of days with external agencies who deliver direct support to children.

Job Responsibility:

provide pro-active, high quality, frontline service to victims of domestic violence & abuse through on-going risk assessment, individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support
work within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and local partnership responses to domestic abuse to keep safety central to all services for victims of domestic abuse
work with survivors to ensure they have on-going support to manage their safety
Identify & assess risks and needs of domestic abuse victims using an evidence-based risk checklist
Focus on & prioritise high risk cases providing a pro-active, short to medium term crisis intervention service, through individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support
Working with high risk victims of domestic abuse assisting them in accessing services to keep them and their family safe
Developing individual safety plans to meet client’s needs as identified in the needs and risk assessment
Providing advocacy, emotional and practical support and information to victims including exploration of legal and civil options, housing, health and finance and support clients through the criminal justice system
Empowering clients to recognise the features and dynamics of domestic abuse present in their situation
Providing long-term support to victims of domestic violence & abuse, who’s ex partners are attending the Drive perpetrator programme.

Requirements:

A good understanding of domestic abuse & its impact
To understand risk assessment, safety planning & risk management for victims of domestic abuse
Knowledge of Safeguarding & legal responsibilities relating to this
Theoretical, practical & procedural knowledge of civil and criminal justice remedies for victims of domestic abuse
Experience of direct service delivery to victims of domestic abuse or other vulnerable people.

What we offer:

Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working
Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave
Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday
Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution
Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments
Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts
Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance
Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes
Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans
Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 15, 2026

Expiration:
June 05, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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