Female Independent Domestic and Sexual Violence Advisor (IDSVA)

<p>Job Description</p><br>Apply fast, check the full description by scrolling below to find out the full requirements for this role.<br><ul><li>domestic violence</li><li>Supported Accommodation</li><li>domestic abuse</li></ul><p>Female Independent Domestic and Sexual Violence Advisor (IDSVA)Role Type: Temp to PermLocation: Bristol Hours: Full Time 37.5hrs a week Mon-Fri (+1 in 6 Saturday mornings) Salary: £14.67 per hour + £1.77 holiday pay (£28,598 per annum)Overview: Are you passionate about supporting women experiencing domestic and gender-based violence? Do you have the resilience, empathy, and drive to work in a fast-paced, high-impact environment? We are recruiting for a Female Independent Domestic and Sexual Violence Advisor (IDSVA)* to join a specialist respite accommodation service in Bristol. This innovative project provides short-term, safe housing and intensive support for women who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and fleeing domestic or gender-based abuse. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic, trauma-informed service that supports women facing multiple disadvantage, helping them move toward safety, recovery, and independence.About the Role</p><ul><li>You will work within a small, dedicated team delivering specialist domestic abuse support within a safehouse setting. The service provides emergency accommodation and rapid, coordinated support to women at high risk.</li><li>Key responsibilities include:</li><li>Delivering specialist IDVA interventions and risk assessments</li><li>Providing personalised, trauma-informed support and case management</li><li>Supporting women to access housing pathways and move-on options</li><li>Working collaboratively with partner agencies including police, health, housing, and substance misuse services</li><li>Advocating on behalf of survivors to improve safety and outcomes</li><li>Supporting women to rebuild confidence, increase safety, and make informed choices</li><li>The role involves rota-based working, including evenings and weekends, with additional payments for unsocial hours.</li></ul><p>About You:</p><ul><li>Ideally hold an IDVA qualification (or be willing to work towards one)</li><li>Have experience supporting vulnerable women, particularly those affected by domestic or sexual abuse and multiple disadvantage</li><li>Be confident delivering trauma-informed, person-centred support</li><li>Have strong communication, problem-solving, and partnership-working skills</li><li>Be able to manage a complex caseload in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Have a good understanding of safeguarding, housing pathways, and relevant legislation</li><li>You will be committed to empowering women through a compassionate, non-judgemental, and strengths-based approach. xwzovoh </li></ul><p>What We Offer</p><ul><li>Up to 30 days annual leave (depending on service)</li><li>Additional leave days, including International Women’s Day</li><li>Pension contribution (minimum 5%)</li><li>Ongoing training and professional development</li><li>Health and wellbeing support</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Long service recognition</li></ul><p>Important InformationThis role is open to female applicants only and is exempt under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 due to the nature of the service. For more info, please contact Nathan Jackson on or apply now.</p>