IDVA - East London

Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA)


Location: East London / Hybrid

Salary: £14-20 per hour

Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Contract: Temporary 2 month contract with possibility to extend


Are you passionate about supporting survivors of domestic abuse and driving positive change?

We're looking for a committed and empathetic Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to join our dedicated team, delivering a high-quality service to individuals at high risk of harm from domestic violence.

About the Role

As an IDVA, you will provide a proactive, survivor-led service, conducting risk and needs assessments, developing safety and support plans, and advocating on behalf of survivors with external agencies. A key element of this role is working in a multi-agency framework to improve outcomes and safety, including regular representation at MARAC meetings.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored support and information to survivors of domestic and/or sexual violence.
• Represent clients and advocate on their behalf with external agencies including criminal justice partners.
• Support survivors through the criminal justice process.
• Liaise and coordinate risk management with community-based and statutory organisations.
• Contribute to team communications, case reviews, and duty cover rota.
• Provide support in co-located community settings and during monthly One Stop Shops.
• Maintain accurate, confidential case records and contribute to reporting and monitoring.
• Support the voice and feedback of service users in shaping the service.

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting women affected by domestic and sexual abuse.
• Strong understanding of the impacts of domestic violence on women and children.
• Skilled in risk assessment, safety planning, and multi-agency collaboration.
• Knowledge of housing, legal, and support options available to survivors.
• Understanding of safeguarding processes for both adults and children.
• Excellent communication, crisis management, and casework skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a dynamic caseload.

Qualifications

• A SafeLives (CAADA) IDVA or DAPA qualification is desirable. Willingness to work towards one is essential.

What We Offer

• A supportive, inclusive, and values-driven team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Flexible working arrangements (including hybrid options).

We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly those with lived experience of domestic abuse.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.