Lead ISVA (Independent Sexual Violence Advisor) at Rape Crisis Tyneside and Northumberland

Contract Type: Fixed term

Role Type: Employment

Application deadline:

Based: Hybrid

Salary: £37,938 Pro Rata

Salary Type: Fixed Salary

Role description: Senior Project Support

Lead ISVA 

(Independent Sexual Violence Advisor)

Are you an experienced ISVA ready to take a pivotal role in supporting our ISVA team whilst shaping and developing our ISVA service?

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate a strong commitment to working collaboratively with colleagues and external stakeholders. We are also looking for someone who shares our passion for delivering high-quality, trauma-informed support to survivors of sexual violence.

This leadership role will work closely with the Deputy CEO who holds overall accountability for the ISVA service. Together you will ensure the ISVA team is well-supported as the service continues to grow, maintaining the highest standards of client care.

About the Organisation

Rape Crisis Tyneside and Northumberland (RCTN) is a charity that provides services to women and girls aged 13+, who live, work or study in Tyne & Wear and Northumberland. Our services are for those who have experienced sexual violence and abuse at any times in their lives. We offer a range of specialist services including Counselling, Helpline, ISVA and Trauma Informed Groups.

What We Can Offer You

• A generous annual leave allowance of 32 days plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time staff).
• Hybrid and flexible working to support your wellbeing, with a minimum of one day per week office based.
• A minimum of two staff connection days per year.
• Pension contribution of 3% in line with statutory requirements.
• A commitment to support training and professional development.

Key Facts

Salary:                       NJC 28 £37,938 per anum (pro rata for part time employees).

Hours of work:       Up to 25 hours per week to be worked flexibly as agreed.

Location:                  Hybrid. Minimum of one day per week in our Newcastle City Centre office.

Duration:                  Fixed term until 31 March 2028 (subject to funding beyond this date).

Female applicants only: Schedule 9 (paragraph 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Offer of employment subject to enhanced DBS and satisfactory references.

How to Apply

More information including Job Description and Application Form here:

Closing date for applications:  Sunday 12^th April 2026

Interviews: Tuesday 21^st April 2026, in person in Newcastle City Centre.