Independent Domestic Violence Advisor - Ext. Funded

Independent Domestic Violence Advisor - Ext. Funded

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Mae’r ddogfen hon ar gael yn Gymraeg / This document is also available in Welsh.

Independent Domestic Violence Advisor – This temporary post runs until 31 March 2026, with possible extension based on budget review.

The RCT Safety Unit (Oasis Centre) forms an integral part of the Rhondda Cynon Taf Community Safety Department. The Unit provides a pro‑active service to victims of domestic abuse to keep them and their children safe.

We are looking for an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor to provide support and advocacy to victims of domestic abuse, working with them to create effective safety plans and reduce risk. The role involves:

• Providing support and advocacy to victims of domestic abuse, working with them to create effective safety plans and reduce domestic abuse risk.
• Working proactively with a wide range of safeguarding partners including Cwm Taf MARAC, health‑care professionals, South Wales Police, social care services, the Probation Service, Alcohol and Substance Misuse services, DWP, Citizen’s Advice Bureau, Family Law services, and employment services to deliver a holistic support service to clients.
• Raising the profile of domestic abuse within local communities, promoting prevention and early intervention services and encouraging victims to take up offers of support.
• Working with high‑level need clients in a front‑facing role and applying relevant safeguarding procedures including Child Protection legislation, dynamic risk assessment, partnership working and experience with those affected by domestic abuse.

For internal candidates a secondment may be accommodated at the discretion of your manager/service needs.

Contact details for an informal discussion:

• Eryl Gillard, Oasis Centre Manager – 01443 494190 / Eryl.Gillard@RCTCBC.gov.uk
• Samantha Bufton, IDVA Team Leader – 01443 494190 / Samantha.J.Bufton@RCTCBC.gov.uk

Protecting children and vulnerable adults is a core responsibility of all staff appointed to the Council. The successful applicant will also be subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

The Council values diversity in its workforce and is committed to ensuring no unlawful discrimination in the recruitment process. We encourage applications from Welsh‑speakers with Level 3 or above expertise; they will be invited to interview if they choose to participate in the guaranteed interview scheme.

An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than one in English. If you do not hear from us within four weeks after the closing date, please assume your application was unsuccessful on this occasion. Thank you for your interest.

All applicants identified as members of the Armed Forces are offered an interview if they meet the essential criteria.