Independent Advocate

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Are you ready to take on a role that impacts your community? Our client is currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Independent Advocate to join their vibrant team in Suffolk!

As an Independent Advocate, you will provide crucial support to vulnerable adults facing significant health and social care challenges. Your role involves delivering persuasive verbal and written representations on behalf of clients, collaborating with public and voluntary organisations, and taking directed actions to address client issues. This role demands flexibility, excellent communication, and the ability to handle sensitive information confidently.

Hours of Work :

1xFull-Time : 37 hours, working between 9am - 5pm Monday

Friday.

Location :

Home based with travel around the Suffolk area.

(Applicants should live in the Suffolk area; have a full driver's licence and access to their own transport. )

Salary :

Full time salary equivalent £24242.40 per annum

Contract Type : Permanent

Independent Advocate Requirements :

Strong communication and time management skills to successfully work remotely.

Excellent IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and the ability to learn software packages such as client management databases.

Attention to detail to ensure accurate recording of records and reporting to meet tight deadlines.

Desirable :

Previous experience in advocacy, information and advice, or a similar role within health, social care, or the voluntary sector.

Demonstrable experience working with vulnerable adults.

Working knowledge of public and voluntary organisations.

Benefits :

25 days annual leave + Bank holiday (Rising to 30 days after 5 years' service) with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days leave + your birthday off as an additional holiday day after 1 years' service!

Discretionary shutdown days at Christmas with up to 4 additional days leave.

1 Community Leave Day per annum.

Cash Wellbeing Healthcare Plan which covers Optical / dental / alternative therapy and more!

Auto enrolment Pension plan

Death in service cover.

Our client will provide a full induction, training and equipment including a laptop and mobile phone.It is a contractual requirement that all advocates hold or are working towards an advocacy qualification.The most recognised qualification is the City and Guilds Level 4 Independent Advocacy Practice Qualification (IAP) for practising advocates, previously completed City and Guilds Level 3 National Advocacy Qualification (NAQ).If you do not already hold an NAQ certificate or diploma or IAP qualification or equivalent, the expectation will be that you will gain the City and Guilds IAP qualification following successful completion of probation and pre-enrolment process. Our client will fully sponsor this and provide a reasonable amount of study time and in return expect advocates to manage their time and complete within 12 months of registration.

Think you are the perfect fit for this Independent Advocate role? Don't wait! Apply Now with your CV and Cover letter!

Closing Date :

5 PM, Friday 12th September 2025 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy early)

Interview Date : TBC

For an informal discussion please contact

Community Manager,

Karina Kennell at .

An Enhanced DBS check and National Offender Management Service vetting will be conducted for this position.

Our client is proud to support colleagues from the armed forces signing the Armed Forces Covenant in August 2024.

Successful applicants will need to obtain business insurance for their own vehicle.

Our client is an equal opportunities employer, holder of the Investors in People Silver award, and a member of the MINDFUL EMPLOYER scheme. They are a level 2 Disability confidence scheme employer, and disabled applicants who meet all the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Our client is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. They encourage applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities, and particularly welcome candidates from groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. Their goal is to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, women, men, Black, Asian and other racially minoritised people, LGBTQ+ who are currently under-represented in our workforce.

To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, they offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support people from different backgrounds.

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