Salary: £31,022 – £32,061 per annum (qualified)

Contract type: 2-year fixed term contract

Working hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

Holiday entitlement: 25 days leave + bank holidays

Location: Coventry

Benefits: Include an Employee Assist Programme and Pension Contribution

About Relationships Coventry & Warwickshire

Relationships Coventry & Warwickshire are a charity passionate about providing counselling, mediation, specialist domestic abuse services, training and support for adults, children, young people and families.

The Role:

They are looking for an enthusiastic Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) / Community Worker
to support men that have experienced domestic abuse.

The IDVA / Community Worker will be a key role in an exciting new project, Anchor Point, funded by the National Lottery Community Fund. You will provide a range of community-based support services for men who have experienced, or are currently experiencing domestic abuse, including those presenting with additional needs.

Person specification:

Relationships Coventry & Warwickshire are looking for someone with experience of supporting victims/survivors of domestic abuse, managing a caseload and understanding the principles of safeguarding children and adults. The post holder will have a good understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse and how this can affect victims. This is a challenging role that requires empathy, compassion, excellent interpersonal and caseload management skills, a client-centred approach and proactive crisis intervention.

Requirements:
IDVA Qualified OR at least 2 years’ experience working as a Domestic Abuse Advocate.

Training can be provided to achieve the full IDVA qualification.

To apply:

If you are interested in finding out more, or wish to apply for the post, please email:
karen.rutherford@relationshipscw.org for an application pack.

The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. 
Applications from male candidates are welcomed.

Closing date:

9am Monday 21st September 2026
Interviews will take place for shortlisted candidates, week commencing Monday 28th September 2026.