At a Glance
- Tasks: Support women and children impacted by domestic violence through assessment, safety planning, and communication.
- Company: Join Refuge, a leading organisation dedicated to supporting survivors of domestic abuse.
- Benefits: Full-time permanent position with a salary of £26,701.36 per annum.
- Other info: This role is restricted to women due to the nature of the work.
- Why this job: Make a positive difference in the lives of women and children affected by domestic violence.
- Qualifications: Relevant professional experience and strong skills in engagement and safety planning are required.
Location: Warwickshire
Salary: £26,701.36 per annum
Contract type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
We want kind and empathic people to work at Refuge, who believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion, are experts in their area of knowledge, want to make a positive difference and improve the lives of the women and children we support.
This is an opportunity to join Refuge as an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate supporting women and children who are impacted by domestic violence. We are looking for a skilled, values driven IDVA who is committed to challenging inequality, reducing harm, and improving safety for adults and children affected by domestic abuse.
You will bring relevant professional experience, strong skills in assessment, engagement, safety planning and communication, and the ability to work safely in complex and high risk situations. We are seeking people who can hold clear boundaries and accountability while offering empathy, curiosity and respect.
You will work in a trauma informed, survivor centred and strengths based way, recognising each survivor as the expert in their own life. You will understand how gendered power, oppression and structural barriers shape survivors’ experiences, and you will be confident applying these principles in your practice.
This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
Closing Date: 09:00am 6 July 2026
Interview Date: 20 July 2026
Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) in Kenilworth employer: Refuge
Refuge is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, providing a supportive environment for its staff. Located in Warwickshire, the organisation focuses on empowering survivors through trauma-informed practices. Join a team that values empathy and respect while making a significant impact in the community.
