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Young Women's IDVA

Role:               Young Women’s Independent Domestic Abuse and Violence Advocate

Based:            Barnet, London

Rate:               £27,000 to £28,840 depending on experience

Start Date:     ASAP

Duration:       Permanent

Hours:            35 hours per week – 10am – 6pm Hybrid – 2 days from home (subject to the needs of the young person)

Our client, a specialist youth and survivor-led charity based in Barnet, is recruiting for a Young Women’s Independent Domestic Abuse and Violence Advocate to join their team

Synopsis of duties:

  • To engage and manage a caseload of up to 15 young survivors of abuse on a weekly/ fortnightly basis, including preparation for sessions and organising schedules. 
  • To upkeep thorough and accurate reporting and monitoring of all interactions with young people via our secure monitoring database and in line with our Safeguarding Policy
  • Engaging in weekly case reviews with the Safeguard Lead and providing thorough updates on any changes to risk or safety 
  • Report any immediate safeguarding concerns to the Safeguard Lead and any external parties with a duty of care, such as parents/ carers, social care or police 
  • To advocate for the safety and wellbeing of young women and girls as and when required, being proactive to mitigate risks and produce positive outcomes 
  • To establish innovative and creative opportunities for young people’s development, considering their needs and ensuring access and inclusion 
  • To work collaboratively with the wider team to offer a high standard, consistent and safe service for the young people we support organisationally, this may including attending and helping to organise different group activities or workshops 
  • Engage in all required training and learning to enhance skills to provide quality support, communicating any gaps in skill or knowledge as soon as identified 
  • Perform any other reasonably expected tasks for a person in your position as required
  • To do all the above confidently, safely and inspiringly - with honesty and integrity

Essential Requirements

  • Qualified IDVA or 1 year of similar relevant transferable experience
  •  Have an in-depth understanding of GBV, specifically relationship abuse and exploitation
  • Ability to build safe and trusted relationships, centering the needs of young women
  • Have an in-depth understanding of inclusive and equitable working practices, including how intersecting identities exacerbate violence against women and girls, and reduce their access to support 
  • Ability to advocate, lead and manage young women’s cases with integrity; putting their safety and wellbeing first 
  • DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service

Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency

 

 


Location: Barnett | Salary: £27000 - £28840 per year | Job type: Permanent | Posted: 11/03/2026

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