Independent Domestic Violence Advocate x2

• Full Time
• Warwickshire
• 6th July 2026

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Refuge

Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) x2

Job Title: Independent Domestic Violence Advocate x2
Location: Warwickshire
Salary: £26,701.36 per annum
Contract type: Full Time, Fixed Term Contract (Until 31st March 2027)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week

This is an opportunity to join Refuge as an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate supporting women and children who are impacted by domestic violence.

We are looking for a skilled, values driven IDVA who is committed to challenging inequality, reducing harm, and improving safety for adults and children affected by domestic abuse. You will bring relevant professional experience, strong skills in assessment, engagement, safety planning and communication, and the ability to work safely in complex and high risk situations. We are seeking people who can hold clear boundaries and accountability while offering empathy, curiosity and respect. You will work in a trauma informed, survivor centred and strengths based way, recognising each survivor as the expert in their own life. You will understand how gendered power, oppression and structural barriers shape survivors’ experiences, and you will be confident applying these principles in your practice.

Use of a car essential to the role due to rural nature of county.

Closing Date: 09:00am 6th July 2026

Interview Date: 15th July 2026

To apply for this job please visit refugecareers.ciphr-irecruit.com.