Peoples advocate
n-compass Towards a Brighter Future Ltd
Location: Bury, Greater Manchester – hybrid working between the Bury office, home and the community of Bury
Hours: 30 hours per week
Salary: £22,345 per annum (£27,559 FTE)
Are you passionate about ensuring people’s voices are heard? Join n-compass as a Peoples advocate, helping Bury residents understand their rights, explore their options and have their wishes represented.
About the role
You will provide independent, one-to-one statutory and non-statutory advocacy, including Independent Mental Capacity, Independent Mental Health and Care Act Advocacy, alongside short-term strengths-based generic and complaints advocacy.
Working across community settings and mental health inpatient wards, you will manage a caseload, assess referrals and risks, support people with additional communication needs and provide non-instructed advocacy. You will maintain accurate case records, build relationships with professionals and signpost people to other support where appropriate.
About you
- Resilient and professional, with a commitment to safeguarding, equality and individuals’ rights.
- Strong communication skills, an understanding of advocacy principles and experience supporting people with disabilities, mental health needs or limited verbal communication.
- Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and the IMCA role.
- Confidence managing a caseload, maintaining boundaries and keeping accurate records using Microsoft Office and case management systems.
- Willing and able to complete the City and Guilds Level 4 Independent Advocacy Practice qualification: start within 12 months of joining and complete within 12 months of starting.
- Flexibility, including evening working, and use of a car with business insurance for work-related travel.
- Help people make their own decisions and ensure their voices count.
Need reasonable adjustments during recruitment? Contact our People Services team using the details on our website.
Keywords: Independent Advocate, Mental Health Advocate, IMHA, IMCA, Care Act Advocacy, Bury, Greater Manchester, part-time, hybrid.
People's Advocate - Bury employer: N-Compass
N-Compass is an exceptional employer dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of both its employees and the community. With a strong focus on flexible and hybrid working arrangements, ongoing professional development, and a supportive work culture, you will have the opportunity to grow your skills while making a meaningful impact in the lives of unpaid carers across Lancashire. Join us and be part of a team that values empathy, collaboration, and personal growth.
