Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)

Fixed term contract until 30th June 2026
(possible continuation dependent on funding)
30 Hours per week

Salary: £30,151 - £32,020 pro rata
(actual salary £24,446-£25,962)

The role is based at WomenCentre Calderdale and the hours are worked over four
days (working days negotiable).

The ideal candidate will have considerable experience of providing domestic abuse
support; some court support experience and will have completed the Safe Lives
accredited IDVA training course or equivalent. However, all suitably qualified and
experienced applications are welcomed.

In this role you will be required to work in partnership with the police and criminal
justice agencies, as well as with statutory and third sector agencies to provide
support and advice to victims of domestic abuse.

Suitable candidates will have sound risk assessment skills; be victim focussed;
have a solid understanding of the legal framework relating to domestic abuse civil
and criminal proceedings and have excellent communication skills.

WomenCentre is committed to safeguarding practice across all service delivery and
staff recruitment.

For an informal discussion please contact 01422 323339 and ask for Amanda Shaw
or Janet Taylor.

Application packs can be downloaded from www.womencentre.org.uk .  Please email
completed applications to hr@womencentre.org.uk

Closing date: 9am Monday 20th October 2025

Short listing: Tuesday 21st October 2025 (you will be contacted only if you are shortlisted)

Interviews:  Thursday 23rd October 2025

This post is open to women only – Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 applies

23 Silver Street, Halifax, HX1 1JN

www.womencentre.org.uk
Company number: 06084795 Charity number: 1118366