At a Glance
- Tasks: Support women and children affected by domestic violence with empathy and expertise.
- Company: Join Refuge, a leading organisation dedicated to equality and inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time hours, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Work in a supportive environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be a vital part of improving lives and challenging inequality in your community.
- Qualifications: Experience in advocacy, strong communication skills, and a commitment to supporting survivors.
Location: Warwickshire
Salary: £26,701.36 per annum
Contract type: Full Time, Fixed Term Contract (Until 31 March 2027)
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.
Use of a car is essential to the role due to the rural nature of the county.
Closing Date: 09:00am 6 July 2026
Interview Date: 15 July 2026
Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) X2 in Kenilworth employer: Refuge
Refuge is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture rooted in empathy, equality, and inclusion. As an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate in Warwickshire, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of women and children affected by domestic violence, while benefiting from ongoing training and a collaborative environment that values your expertise and commitment to social justice.
