Job Opportunities
First stop for the latest jobs in the domestic and sexual violence sector across the UK.
Vacancies at Women's Aid National Office
Trustees
Closing Date for applications Friday 31st May 2013
Shortlisting and first interviews will take place during mid-June (interviews on 7th and 10th June) with 2nd interviews Tuesday 9th July. All interviews will take place in central London.
We would very much like our new Trustees to join us at our Annual National Conference on 11 & 12th July 2013 in Warwick.
Please email a full CV and a covering letter summarising your relevant experience, focusing particularly on leadership in the sector and public policy experience to c.alexander@womensaid.org.uk.
Due to the nature of this role we will be considering female applicants only for this post in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Requirement (Equality Act 2010, pursuant to Schedule 9 part 1).
Vacancies in the domestic and sexual violence sector
For more info about these vacancies, please call the organisation advertising the job and not Women's Aid National Office.
PLEASE NOTE: If you would like to place an advert with us please follow these guidelines
London - Domestic Abuse Pool Support Worker
Chelsea - Children and Families Worker
Westminster - High Risk Domestic Violence Reduction Co-ordinator
North West Surrey - Female Support Worker
Woking - Female Operations and Executive Manager
Westcliff on Sea - Senior Support Worker
Bristol - Director
Wirrel - Volunteer Co-ordinator
Croydon - IDVA
Manchester- Centre Manager for the Pankhurst Centre
Manchester - IRIS Advocate Educator
Camden - Young Persons Independent Domestic & Sexual Violence Advisor
Camden - Independent Domestic & Sexual Violence Advisor
London - IDVA
London - Rape Crisis Manager
London - Advocate
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WOMEN'S AID
Trustees
Women’s Aid is the national charity working to end violence against women and girls. We support an England-wide network of over 300 local domestic and sexual violence organisations and campaign for more effective responses to violence against women and their children nationally and locally.
We are currently seeking four Trustees to strengthen our Board and two of these Trustees will hold leadership positions in the Women’s Sector ideally within member organisations. They will have demonstrable strategic vision and a real sense of determination and pride to support and lead our new Chief Executive Polly Neate and her team in an ambitious strategy. This will develop Women's Aid to provide support and add value to our members and give them a voice in policy-making at national level, as well as raising public awareness of violence against women and girls, its causes and its consequences.
We are particularly seeking candidates with strong communication and business development skills and experience of lobbying and policy at the highest levels. This role offers an exciting challenge and an opportunity to make a difference in a national context.
You must have the highest personal and professional integrity and be recognised as having the gift of leadership within the Women’s sector. You must be a good role model too, and be able to inspire the respect of the Chief Executive and the experienced Women’s Aid staff team.
Trustees will be responsible for ensuring that Women’s Aid complies with all its legal and regulatory requirements ensuring that the Charity’s governance is of the highest possible standard. Our Board meets quarterly and we expect the commitment to be in the region of eight to ten days per year with teleconferences between meetings. Included in this time allowance is two days for our Annual National Conference which takes place in July each year. Our meetings are split between our London and Bristol offices and occasional overnight stays will be required. Please note that this role is unremunerated. However, honorarium and expenses apply.
Appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced CRB check
Please email a full CV and a covering letter summarising your relevant experience, focusing particularly on leadership in the sector and public policy experience to c.alexander@womensaid.org.uk. All interest will be treated in strict confidence. If you would like to discuss your suitability with a current Trustee please make contact with Claire Alexander by phone 01179 157453 and we can arrange a brief telephone discussion with a Board member.
Shortlisting and first interviews will take place during mid-June (interviews on 7th and 10th June) with 2nd interviews late June/early July.
All interviews will take place in central London. We would very much like our new Trustees to join us at our Annual National Conference on 11th & 12th July 2013 in Warwick.
HESTIA DOMESTIC ABUSE SERVICES
Domestic Abuse Pool Support Worker
Hourly rate: £8.30 - £10.33
We are looking to recruit Domestic Abuse Pool Support Workers to work in various Domestic Abuse teams cross London.
As a Domestic Abuse pool worker you will be joining a group of specialist support workers that will provide cover to our refuge and floating support services when needed. Your main role will be to develop and regularly review personal support plans to address individual support needs relating to support networks, domestic violence, legal advice, housing needs, tenancy support, support of children, access to learning or employment dependent on the individual’s aspirations and needs.
Our Domestic Abuse services is a wide team that consists of 29 Refuges, including Children and Families Services at each refuge, 5 floating support teams, 1 Advocacy teams, 2 peer to peer support groups and 1 MARAC Coordinator. These services exist across 10 London boroughs.
For more information (such the job description and person specification) & application pack (please note that we do not accept CVs) visit: https://recruit.hestia.org/wrl
Closing Date: 21st May 2013
HESTIA DOMESTIC ABUSE SERVICES
Children and Families Worker
We currently have a 6 month temporary vacancy for Children and Families Worker to be based in a women’s refuge in Chelsea, paying £22,548 pa
The main purpose of this role is to provide support, advice and assistance to women & children who have or may have experienced domestic abuse by accessing our service to enable and enhance each client’s quality of life by promoting / maintaining independent living for themselves and any dependents they may have. If you have/are:
- Experience with working with children. Minimum NVQ/NNEB 3 or equivalent.
- Experience of preparing and arranging play sessions for age appropriate children
- Experience in arranging and facilitating outings and events
- Experience or knowledge of working in a residential setting.
- Experience with motivating residents/tenants and providing support to women and children.
- Knowledge of those who are experiencing the effects of domestic violence.
- Experience/good understanding of liaising with relevant agencies (social services, solicitors, police).
- Good knowledge of key working and basic knowledge of support planning systems
- Basic knowledge of Health and safety issues (in a residential setting)
- Basic knowledge of child benefits.
- Knowledge of safeguarding issues
- Previous experience of using computer based systems to accurately record work and client details
and want to make a difference , then this may be the job for you.
See our website for more information and to apply: https://recruit.hestia.org/wrl
Closing Date: 31st May 2013
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WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL
High Risk Domestic Violence Reduction Co-ordinator
Permanent
£30,345 - £36,096pa
Ref: 4998
We are looking for a talented and dedicated professional with a strong commitment to tackling violence against women and girls within Westminster. The successful candidate will have experience of:
- Working within the domestic abuse field
- Effective risk management
- High risk case management practices
- Reviewing and improving policies and processes
They will also have a good understanding of the needs of those suffering abuse, and an ability to work with and influence a range of statutory and voluntary sector partners.
This is a challenging and rewarding role, and provides an opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of Westminster residents.
For an Informal discussion about this post please contact Fran Bury on 0207 641 2053 or email fbury@westminster.gov.uk
Closing date: 23rd May 2013.
Interview date: 6th June 2013.
To apply for this post, visit www.westminster.gov.uk to download an application pack.
Alternatively, please call 0870 606 0505 which is staffed from 8.30 am to 5.30pm. An answerphone is in use outside office hours.
Female Support Worker
Starting salary: FTE £23,513 pro rata (£11,756.16) + Pension (20 hrs per week i.e. 5 X 4hr shifts)
North West Surrey
yourSanctuary is a progressive Domestic Abuse charity providing protection for survivors and their children and working towards preventing domestic abuse.
We are looking for service orientated individuals who are self-motivated, well organised and professional.
Using your communication skills and proactive attitude you will empower our service users to live a life without fear. Working in our refuge you will facilitate the smooth running of the service and provide support to residents and helpline service users. You will be responsible for assessing needs and working to implement an outcomes focussed support plan. You will have a professional and flexible approach to this wide-ranging post as well as a willingness to learn.
NB: Please do not send a CV!
Email your interest to: recruitment@yoursanctuary.org.uk to obtain an Application Pack.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon Tuesday 28th May 2013
First interviews: 6th June
Second interviews: 12th June
Successful applicants will be able to drive and have access to a reliable car.
For more information about the charity please visit: http://www.yoursanctuary.org.uk/
YOUR SANCTURY
Female Operations and Executive Manager
Maternity cover (July 2013 –September 2014)
Salary: £27,000
Woking based
yourSanctuary is a progressive Domestic Abuse charity providing protection for survivors and their children and working towards preventing domestic abuse.
We are looking for service orientated individual who displays excellent overall management and support skills to the CEO and leadership team as well as being self-motivated, well organised and professional.
You will provide overall management skills to lead the support to the CEO and board and undertake agreed senior operational tasks including out of hours support to the team. Flexibility, energy and drive are essential in this interim role within this dynamic and busy charity.
NB: Please do not send a CV!
Email your interest to: recruitment@yoursanctuary.org.uk to obtain an Application Pack.
Closing date: Tuesday 4th June (12pm – noon)
1st & 2nd interviews: 10th & 13th June 2013
Successful applicants will be required to drive and have access to a reliable car.
For more information about the charity please visit: http://www.yoursanctuary.org.uk
SOS DOMESTIC ABUSE PROJECT
Senior Support Worker
Westcliff on Sea – 28 hours per week
Salary circa £18.5k pro rata
About the opportunity
SOS Domestic Abuse Projects are looking for a Senior Support Worker to deputise for and work with the Crisis Service Manager in working with women who have experienced domestic abuse, both in the Centre and in the community.
We would like to hear from you if you have considerable recent experience in:
• working with victims of domestic abuse;
• presenting at meetings, conferences and training;
• overseeing and coordinating Support Workers and Volunteers;
• managing data and providing useful management information.
You should have excellent I.T. and communication skills, and enjoy using your own judgement and initiative when appropriate. You should be confident and competent when deputising as well as being a constructive and dedicated team member.
To Apply
Please submit an up-to-date CV and covering letter, together with an indication of your current/desired salary, by e-mail or post to the addresses below. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted.
The closing date for applications is 20th May 2013.
Email applications: kholmes@sosdap.org
Postal applications:
Human Resources, SOS Domestic Abuse Projects, 4 West Road, Westcliff on Sea, Southend SS0 9DA. Please mark envelope Private and Confidential.
As women’s organisation, SoSDAP will seek to only employ women on the basis that it is an Occupational Requirement as provided for in the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9 Work: Exceptions – Part 1 Occupational Requirements).
BRISTOL RAPE CRISIS
Director
Bristol Rape Crisis (BRC) is a service run by women for women (of all ages and all backgrounds) who live in Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BANES, Somerset and North Somerset and who have experienced any form of sexual violence, at any point in their lives.
The service supports women through listening, believing and supporting them. BRC also campaigns and raises awareness about rape and sexual violence to enable women’s voices to be heard. All of this work includes partnership working with a range of agencies locally and nationally.
BRC is an independent charity and are affiliated to Rape Crisis (England and Wales), an umbrella organisation supporting Rape Crisis Centres across the country.
We are seeking to recruit:
Director: 37 hours per week (women only*)
Salary: £32,000
BRC is now developing new services and extending current services to meet unmet need across our area - this new post will provide inspirational leadership through the transition and into the future.
With experience of management and knowledge of the issues facing women affected by sexual violence, the successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring the continued and sustainable provision of high quality services as well as day to day management. She will work closely with the Board of Trustees and will be responsible for finances and fundraising, organisational development and personnel management and will be committed to working within a feminist ethos.
For application packs or more information contact dawntaylor@bristolrapecrisis.org.uk, 07713 567551.
Closing Date: 12pm, Tuesday 28th May 2013
Interviews will be held: Friday 7th June 2013, Bristol
The post is subject to an enhanced CRB check and open to women only (*exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).
Charity Registered in England No. 1126682 Company No 6738639
WIRRAL WOMEN & CHILDREN'S AID
Volunteer Co-ordinator
Salary £23,000 pro rata
20 hours flexible to include evenings
20 days annual leave pro rata plus Bank Holidays
WWACA provides 24/7 support for women and children escaping domestic abuse. We also provide an Outreach Service and therapeutic groups for women & children
We are looking for an innovative & inspirational woman who will head up a new Volunteer service. If you care about helping families move on from Domestic Abuse and have the qualities to motivate a team of volunteers we would love to hear from you
The post is subject to an enhanced CRB check. Women only need apply – Sec 7.2[e] of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 applies to this post
For further information see our web site www. Wirral Women and Children’s Aid or email anita@wwaca.demon.co.uk for an application pack.
Closing date Fri 31st May 2013
Interviews and assessment w/c 10th June
VICTIM SUPPORT
IDVA, Croydon
FT (37.5 hours)
Fixed term for one year (with strong possibility of extension)
£25,689 including London Weighting
The primary purpose of this role is to provide emotional and practical support to high-risk victims of domestic violence through the delivery of a proactive and responsive service encompassing risk assessment, safety planning and advice on housing and legal options.
The successful candidate must have demonstrable ability of planning and delivering on diverse caseloads and of working in a multi-agency environment. You will also have an understanding of the issues facing victims of domestic violence, experience of working with vulnerable adults, experience of proactive outreach and strong crisis management skills. CAADA training is essential for this role.
Please contact Derec Craig, Senior Service Delivery Manager, at derec.craig@vslondon.org for an application pack for the post. Applications should be explicit enough to provide good evidence against the shortlisting criteria, which is marked in the person specification as (s). Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only contact people who have been shortlisted for interview.
Completed applications should be sent to Derec Craig, Senior Service Delivery Manager, at derec.craig@vslondon.org or Victim Support 17-19 Falcon Road London SW11 2PH by:
Friday 17th May 2013 at 5pm.
Any queries about the post should also be sent to Derec.
PANKHURST TRUST & MANCHESTER WOMEN'S AID
Centre Manager for the Pankhurst Centre
We are looking for a talented individual to join our team to assist in the development of an exciting new partnership between the Pankhurst Trust and Manchester Women’s Aid.
Job Title: Centre Manager
Hours: 35 per week
Salary: £27, 849
Duration: Fixed term until June 2014
The Pankhurst Centre was the home of the world famous leaders of the Suffragette Movement, Emmeline Pankhurst and her daughters Sylvia, Christabel and Adela. Today, the Pankhurst Centre is a place of cultural interest, offering a heritage centre for visitors and activities for women including a weekly drop in and a choir.
The post holder will be responsible for developing and maintaining the highest standards of operational efficiency in the Pankhurst Centre. In addition, the post holder will be expected to lead the centre in line with the values and ethos of the organisation to create a welcoming and accessible centre.
We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual who will play a key role in the development and future sustainability of women focused services and the heritage centre. Our ideal candidate will be experienced in managing a public/community building with proficient grant writing skills and passionate about women’s rights.
Application is by completion of application form only, CVs will not be accepted.
An application form and job profile is available from our website, www.manchesterwomensaid.org or contact Deborah at DLP, by phone 0844 815 6151 or email deborah@dlp.org.uk
Deadline: 28th May 2013 at 4pm
Proposed Interview Dates: week beginning the 10th June 2013
If you require further information regarding the role please contact Philippa on 0161 820 8414
Manchester Women’s Aid is an equal opportunities employer. Post is open to women only under the Equality Act 2010, schedule 9, part 1. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS disclosure.
Manchester Women’s Aid is a specialist domestic abuse support agency providing a range of services across the city of Manchester. We work with survivors of domestic abuse and their children who are living in our safe accommodation or living in their own accommodation in the community. Support and advocacy is provided through one to one meetings and group work
In addition to our core offer, we have funding to deliver specialist projects including IRIS and the Safe Choices Project and an exciting new partnership with the Pankhurst Trust.
For further information about our work, please visit our website, www.manchesterwomensaid.org
MANCHESTER WOMEN'S AID
IRIS Advocate Educator
We are looking for a talented individual to join our established team.
Job Title: IRIS Advocate Educator
Hours: 35 per week
Salary: £25,472
Contract: Fixed-term until 31st March 2014
The IRIS (Identification and Referral to Improve Safety) Project provides a specialist domestic abuse worker to work in general practices with health professionals to increase their awareness of domestic abuse and work with them to increase referrals for domestic abuse support.
The post holder will be responsible for training and providing on-going support for health professionals in the area of domestic abuse. The post holder will also be responsible for providing support and advocacy to individuals referred by health professionals in participating general practices and for effectively monitoring and evaluating the project.
The ideal candidate will be: confident in presenting to a range of different audiences; comfortable with working in a health setting; likes to use their initiative and has the desire to lead the project effectively.
Application is by completion of application form only, CVs will not be accepted.
An application form and job profile is available from our website, www.manchesterwomensaid.org or contact Deborah at DLP, by phone 0844 815 6151 or email deborah@dlp.org.uk
Deadline: 28th May 2013 4pm
Proposed Interview Dates: week beginning 10th June 2013
If you require further information regarding the role please contact Naz on 07432719767
Manchester Women’s Aid is an equal opportunities employer. Post is open to women only under the Equality Act 2010, schedule 9, part 1. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS disclosure.
Manchester Women’s Aid is a specialist domestic abuse support agency providing a range of services across the city of Manchester. We work with survivors of domestic abuse and their children who are living in our safe accommodation or living in their own accommodation in the community. Support and advocacy is provided through one to one meetings and group work
In addition to our core offer, we have funding to deliver specialist projects including IRIS and the Safe Choices Project and an exciting new partnership with the Pankhurst Trust.
For further information about our work, please visit our website, www.manchesterwomensaid.org
- Young Persons Independent Domestic & Sexual Violence Advisor: Fixed Term until 31st March 2014, full time, 36 hours per week
- Independent Domestic & Sexual Violence Advisor, Permanent, full time, 36 hours per week
Salary: Normal starting salary of £30,236 + 25 days leave (27 after 5 years’ service)
A high performance culture is essential to the delivery of first class services to our residents and customers. We recognise and reward high performance and salary progression is based on individual performance.
Camden Safety Net leads the Community Safety response for victims of domestic & sexual violence, to achieve safety of those of at high risk of serious harm and homicide. They provide a pro-active service to victims of Domestic & Sexual Violence to keep them and their children safe, by identifying and assessing the risks and needs of domestic & sexual violence victims using an evidence-based risk identification checklist, and/or other approved assessment tools.
Post-holders are required to manage a case-load and work directly with key agency partners to address the safety of victims to ensure that their safety plans are coordinated particularly through the MARAC and CATSE process by safe information sharing. The Young Person’s IDSVA will additionally need to identify victims who are vulnerable to gang violence and/or sexual exploitation.
The ideal person for these roles will need an awareness of issues which affect women and children, minority communities, same sex relationships and an awareness of issues which affect young women in relation to gangs and sexual exploitation which informs their delivery of appropriate interventions. You will understand the principles of risk assessment, safety planning and risk management for victims. You will have theoretical, practical and procedural knowledge of civil and criminal justice remedies for victims. You will be required to have an understanding of child protection issues, and the legal responsibilities surrounding these issues. You will have strong crisis management skills and the ability to deal with stressful and complex situations. Good communication skills are essential in order to deliver effective presentation to various professional and public bodies.
Key Requirements
• Completion of the CAADA IDVA training or a commitment to undertake within a reasonable timescale of starting the role
• Have strong crisis management skills and the ability to deal with stressful and complex situations
• Ability to work diplomatically and collaboratively with other officers and staff with commitment to team working
• Experience of managing a complex case-load
• Experience of working in the field of domestic and/or sexual violence/exploitation in an advocacy capacity or related field with young people
Desirable:
• The ability to communicate in Bengali/Syheti or other South Asian language
Additional Information
Camden Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this. We therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community.
Camden is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This role is subject to an Enhanced CRB
How to apply:
To apply for this job please follow the link below:
http://www22.i-grasp.com/fe/tpl_camden01.asp?newms=jj&id=65825&aid=17896
As part of the application form you will be asked to explain how you meet the key requirements for this role listed in the advert. When explaining how you meet each of the requirements, please give examples that clearly demonstrate your skills, knowledge and experience. When writing your examples give a brief description of the situation or task but focus on the actions you took and the result of your actions.
Please also confirm on your application form if you are applying for the permanent, fixed term contract or both.
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 14th May 2013
Interviews to be held: TBC
Please quote reference: LBC2604
NIA
IDVA
nia provides a wide range of services for women and children who have experienced sexual and domestic violence.
We are delighted to have received funding through the London Boroughs of Hackney and Haringey’s Mayor’s Crime Prevention Fund to increase our IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advocacy) services in Hackney and Haringey.
IDVAs provide a specialist service for women and their families in Hackney and Haringey who have been assessed at being at high risk of repeated domestic violence. nia’s IDVA service is double quality marked holding CAADA Leading Light accreditation and the Advice Quality Standard for general Help with Casework (Women).
Post holders will work in one borough only.
Post: 2 Independent Domestic Violence Advocates
Salary*: £26 928 - qualified £24,591- unqualified
Hours: 35 hrs per week
We’re looking for highly organised and self-motivated women who are passionate about ending male violence against women and girls. You’ll have a ‘can-do’ approach and demonstrable commitment to nia’s feminist approach to supporting women and their children to be safer.
*Applicants who hold either the appropriate CAADA or Women’s Aid qualification will be prioritised. Candidates who meet the requirements of the person specification but who do not hold either qualification must undertake to complete the qualification during their probationary period and will be offered a package including the payment of course fees. The salary will be adjusted once the qualification is obtained.
To apply, write to us with an large SAE to the value of 0.90p at P.O. Box 58203, London, N1 3XP or visit our website www.niaendingviolence.org.uk and download a job profile and application pack. CV’s will not be accepted. Applications can be returned via email to administrator@ niaendingviolence.org.uk or by post in a sealed envelope marked “Private & Confidential” to Rachel Evans, nia, P.O Box 58203, London, N1 3XP.
Closing Date: 10am, 20th May 2013
Interviews will be held in June 2013
The post is subject to an enhanced vetting and barring check and open to women only (exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).
Registered Charity No: 1037072 Company Limited by Guarantee No: 02673624
NIA
Rape Crisis Manager
(28 hours per week)
East London
Salary: £25,678 (£32,098 pro-rata)
East London Rape Crisis Service provides free, confidential specialist help for women and girls who have been raped or experienced any other form of sexual violence. The service is for women of all ages and girls over 14, whatever the assault and whenever it occurred.
The women who work and volunteer at ELRC offer confidential and independent support. Services include emotional and practical support, one-to-one counselling, group support and advocacy.
nia is affiliated to Rape Crisis (England and Wales), an umbrella organisation supporting Rape Crisis Centres across the country. Rape Crisis is completely independent of the government and the criminal justice system.
The service is currently funded until 31st March 2014 with a possibility of further funding.
The Manager plays a key role in developing and maintaining the ELRC service, supporting the Head of Operations to manage the staff, offices and projects the service provides in order to provide high quality, supportive and culturally appropriate service to survivors of sexual violence
We’re looking for a highly organised and self motivated woman who is passionate about ending gender-based violence. You’ll have a ‘can-do’ approach and demonstrable commitment to nia’s feminist approach to supporting women and their children to be safer.
To apply, write to us with an large SAE to the value of 0.90p at P.O. Box 58203, London, N1 3XP or visit our website www.niaendingviolence.org.uk and download a job profile and application pack. CV’s will not be accepted. Applications can be returned via email to administrator@niaendingviolence.org.uk or by post in a sealed envelope marked “Private & Confidential” to Rachel Evans, nia, P.O Box 58203, London, N1 3XP.
Closing Date: 10.00 Monday 20th May
Interviews will be held on will be held in June 2013.
The post is subject to an enhanced vetting and barring check and open to women only (exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).
Registered Charity No: 1037072 Company Limited by Guarantee No: 02673624
NIA
Advocate
Hours: full time: 35 hours per week
Salary: £26,928 p.a. inclusive of London weighting
The post is currently funded until March 2014, an extension is possible.
East London Rape Crisis Service provides free, confidential specialist help for women and girls who have been raped or experienced any other form of sexual violence. The service is for women of all ages and girls over 14, whatever the assault and whenever it occurred.
The women who work and volunteer at Rape Crisis London offer confidential and independent support. Services include emotional and practical support, one-to-one counselling, group support and advocacy.
nia is affiliated to Rape Crisis (England and Wales), an umbrella organisation supporting Rape Crisis Centres across the country. Rape Crisis is completely independent of the government and the criminal justice system.
The ELRC Advocate delivers a dual role for the service. She provides an advocacy service to female survivors, assisting clients with issues such as reporting crimes to the police, supporting through court cases, supporting to access appropriate medical and other services. The Advocate also raises awareness of sexual violence to agencies and organisations across East London.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about advocating for women who have experienced sexual violence and who has experience of delivering training on sexual violence.
To apply, write to us with an large SAE to the value of 0.90p at P.O. Box 58203, London, N1 3XP or visit our website www.niaendingviolence.org.uk and download a job profile and application pack. CV’s will not be accepted. Applications can be returned via email to administrator@niaendingviolence.org.uk or by post in a sealed envelope marked “Private & Confidential” to Rachel Evans, nia, P.O Box 58203, London, N1 3XP.
Closing Date: Midday, 20th May 2013
Interviews will be held in June
The post is subject to an enhanced vetting and barring check and open to women only. (Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).
