Independent domestic violence advocate

Housing IDVA Temp Contract (up to 12 weeks) – Hammersmith/London – £19-£20 p/h

We’re recruiting a Housing IDVA for a temporary contract (up to 12 weeks) supporting victims of domestic abuse within a housing context across London.

What you’ll be doing:

• Providing specialist IDVA support to survivors of domestic abuse, with a housing/homelessness focus
• Risk assessing using DASH/MARAC processes and safety planning
• Liaising with housing teams, MARAC, and partner agencies to secure safe accommodation
• Advocating for clients through SDVC and related processes where relevant
• Managing a caseload across London boroughs

What you’ll need:

• Experience in a VAWG/domestic abuse support role — IDVA qualification desirable but not essential , we welcome unqualified candidates with strong transferable experience
• Understanding of DASH risk assessment and MARAC processes
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)
• Comfortable travelling across London boroughs

The details:

• Hammersmith-based, with travel across London boroughs
• 2 days remote working per week
• £19–£20 p/h (Umbrella Ltd)
• Temporary, up to 12 weeks
• Enhanced DBS required

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