Domestic Violence Advocate

Interim Housing & Support Recruitment Solutions

Domestic Violence Advocate

*This role is subject to the provisions of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. Due to the nature of the work, which involves providing support to survivors of domestic abuse, the post is open to female applicants only. VennGroup is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of its work.

Join a passionate team as a Domestic Abuse Casework Coordinator, providing comprehensive support to victims/survivors of domestic abuse with complex needs.

Location: South Somerset - Sedgemoor

Contract Duration: 6 weeks +

Hours: 35

Salary: Up to £24.00 (via Umbrella)

Vacancy Reference Number: ?78457

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Conduct holistic needs assessments and develop tailored support plans
• Advocate for clients, liaise with partner agencies, and ensure access to vital services
• Welcome new residents, explain policies, and proactively plan move-on strategies
• Maintain detailed case records and provide statistical reporting as required
• Escalate safeguarding concerns and work collaboratively to address risks
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of your work

The Ideal Candidate:

• Significant experience supporting survivors of domestic abuse or related fields
• Exceptional needs assessment, case management, and advocacy skills
• Ability to work flexibly, including on-call hours, to provide 24/7 support
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-centred approach
• Commitment to empowering survivors and addressing barriers to access

Desirable Skills:

• Experience supporting clients with complex needs
• Knowledge of welfare benefits, housing legislation, and legal options
• Ability to deliver training or awareness-raising sessions
• Bilingual or multilingual skills

Essential Criteria:

• DBS on the update service or made within the last year and clean
• 5 years of references
• Good sound knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessments, and maintaining professional boundaries

To apply for this role or to find out about other Housing jobs, please contact James Ford from the Bristol Housing Recruitment Team on or .