Bridge - Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA)

Do you hold an IDVA qualification and want to make a real impact? We’re delighted to share that our Lotus Project is recruiting an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate to join our dedicated team.The Bridge Project has been providing support since 1983. We work with individuals, families and communities to improve people’s lives in a sustainable way, recognising that solutions are often complex.

Today we have a strong staff team of 120 dedicated individuals who address a range of issues such as homelessness, substance misuse, sex working, housing, employment and lots more.

The IDVA will be based in the Lotus Project team but will work across other multi-need teams within the organisation. The aim of the Lotus Project is to engage and support individuals, of any gender, to divert from or exit from sex work through a range of support infrastructures for themselves and their families.

The successful candidate will report to the Lead IDVA/ISVA who is already embedded in the team and provides a high quality frontline IDVA case holder service to individuals accessing the Lotus Project and our other multi-need teams who are also experiencing domestic abuse and/or sexual violence related trauma.

We are looking for someone with a minimum of 2 years full time direct casework delivery experience for individuals with multiple needs and who holds a minimum IDVA qualification. 

An IDVA qualification is a mandatory requirement for this position and unfortunately we cannot consider applicants who do not already hold this qualification.

You will be highly organised with excellent communication skills and able to manage your time effectively, working as part of the team, whilst applying your knowledge of the issues affecting people who are or have recently experienced domestic abuse/sexual violence and the impact on their health and wellbeing. You will have experience of and the ability to liaise and build links with professionals from a variety of disciplines as well as knowledge of the legislative framework of domestic abuse.

You will be passionate about what we do, demonstrating resilience and the ability to deal with difficult situations calmly, tactfully and responsibly. It is essential that you have a driving licence with access to a vehicle and business insurance. A willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check is also a requirement of the post.

If you would thrive working as part of our supportive and positive staff team, we’d love to hear from you. Alongside a rewarding career, you’ll enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive:

• Competitive salary that reflects your skills and contribution.
• 32 days of annual leave to rest, recharge, and enjoy life outside work.
• 5% employer pension contribution to support your long term financial security.
• A dedicated Learning & Development programme to help you grow and progress.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential advice whenever you need it.
• Death in service benefit worth three times your salary for added peace of mind.
• Refer a friend bonus of £500 when you help us bring great people on board.
• Two hours of monthly wellbeing time to pause, connect, and reset with your team.
• A programme of mindfulness activities to boost focus on overall wellbeing.

The Bridge Project is proud to be a Mindful Employer, championing a workplace where wellbeing truly matters.