Job Description

Location

Richmond and Wandsworth

Salary

28,857.12

Role Overview

We are recruiting for a IDVA to join our team in Wandsworth and Richmond; the scope on this job involves....

Job Title: IDVA

Location:

Wandsworth and Richmond

Salary:

28,857.12 per annum

Contract type:

Full-time, Permanent

Hours:

37.5


Refuge is recruiting Independent Domestic Abuse Advocates for our new service in Richmond and Wandsworth to focus on supporting survivors of all forms of abuse.


As an Independent Domestic Abuse Advocate, the post holder will provide high quality independent advocacy. The job involves ensuring that survivors are provided with a safe, supportive and welcoming environment, enabling them to access their rights, make decisions and increase their life options.


We are looking for someone who is passionate, committed and cares about the work Refuge undertakes. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of domestic abuse and the impact this has on survivors and their children. They will be able to work under pressure to effectively manage risk and provide needs-led support to clients with a variety of support needs.


Refuge is the UK's largest provider of specialist services, and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development. This is an opportunity to join a brand-new service and improve the local multi agency partnership to recognise, reject and respond to all forms of gender-based abuse.


Closing date: 9.00am on 21 November 2025


Interview date: 1 & 2 December 2025

Benefits

Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.