Independent Domestic Violence Adviser- Coventry

Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) - Female Only Location: Coventry Salary: £28,276 - £29,776 DOE Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours, Mon-Fri + rota) About the Role We are recruiting an IDVA to support individuals experiencing domestic abuse, honour-based abuse, and related risks. You'll manage a caseload, carry out risk assessments, create safety plans, and provide advocacy through multi-agency working (including MARAC). Key Duties Manage high/medium risk cases (80-100 annually) Conduct risk assessments and safety planning Provide crisis support and ongoing advocacy Work with police, housing, and support services Attend MARAC and multi-agency meetings Maintain accurate case records Requirements Experience supporting domestic abuse survivors or vulnerable groups Strong safeguarding knowledge Experience in risk assessment and case management Excellent communication and organisation skills Fluent in English and at least one BAME/community language Desirable: IDVA qualification, MARAC experience Additional Info Strong understanding of BAME/migrant community barriers is essential Driving licence desirable Enhanced DBS required Female applicants only (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9)