Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) or trainee IDVA - North Devon Against Domestic Abuse
- Multiple Locations
- Multiple Terms
- £24,242 - £28,666 depending on experience
Work location: Barnstaple and surrounding areas
Responsible to: Community Services Team Lead
- Post 1: Exeter based
- Post 2: North Devon based
Are you committed to supporting people affected by domestic abuse and making a real difference in your community?
We’re looking for two compassionate and proactive individual’s either trained or willing to be trained as Independent Domestic Violence Advisor’s (IDVA) to join our NDADA’s Community Services Teams in North Devon & Exeter, working as part of the Devon Domestic Abuse Alliance (DDAA). You’ll provide frontline, trauma-informed support to victims of domestic abuse, helping them stay safe, navigate their options, and access the services they need.
This role is rooted in multi-agency partnership working and offers flexibility to engage individuals in a way that works for them.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide IDVA and other practitioner cover within NDADA this may be community, refuge (North Devon only), Health, The Gateway (North Devon Only) or any other similar role in NDADA.
- Provide tailored, risk-led support to clients experiencing domestic abuse
- Complete and regularly review risk assessments and safety plans
- Advocate for clients in multi-agency settings, including MARACs
- Offer advice on housing, legal, financial, and safeguarding matters
- Support clients through the criminal and civil justice systems
- Maintain accurate case records using electronic case management systems
- Work closely with other DDAA services and partners to ensure coordinated, holistic support
- Promote survivor empowerment, recovery, and choice at every stage
About You:
Whether you're a qualified Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) or someone with transferable experience from another setting, we’re looking for people who are passionate about supporting others and ready to make a difference. This peripatetic role involves working across different locations, so you'll need to be confident engaging with people in person and working with other professionals to help keep clients safe.
You’ll bring a kind, person-centred approach, an understanding of (or willingness to learn about) safeguarding, and the ability to listen without judgement. You don’t need to know everything — full training and support will be given.
We’re especially looking for people with:
- Good communication and listening skills
- The ability to stay calm under pressure and respond sensitively to others
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Basic IT skills (e.g., using email, online systems, or case notes)
- A willingness to learn about domestic abuse, safeguarding, and support services
- The ability to work well with others, including professionals from different organisations
- A flexible, resilient attitude and a problem-solving approach
- Confidence to work independently while being part of a supportive team
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a compassionate, progressive alliance, working together to keep families safe and help survivors recover and thrive.
Pension: Workplace pension
Benefits: 24 days annual leave a year, plus day for birthday, rising by 1 day a year until 5 years’ service – maximum 30 days plus bank holidays. Employee Assistance Programme.
For more information and how to apply please see job description and application form and email application to admin@ndada.co.uk
Closing Date: 3rd June 2025 at midday.
Interview Date: On an ongoing basis due to immediate need.
Job Details
- OrganisationOther Organisations
- Work LocationNorth DevonDevon
- Reference
AC5141
- Occupational GroupSocial Care & HealthYouth & Community
- Salary Details
£24,242 - £28,666 depending on experience
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypeFull TimePart Time
- Hours
22.5 - 37 hours per week (negotiable)
- Closing Date
02/06/2025
- DBS Check Required
Yes