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Children & Young Peoples Independent Sexual Violence AdvisorFirst Light • Swindon, England
Children & Young Peoples Independent Sexual Violence Advisor

Children & Young Peoples Independent Sexual Violence Advisor

First Light • Swindon, England
19 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
About the Role To work in a multi‑agency setting providing a pro‑active crisis intervention service to child victims of sexual violence within and outside of the criminal justice system. The post holder will work pro‑actively to risk assess and support client needs and develop a comprehensive support plan to help keep victims safe. This role will use advocacy and partnership working skills to ensure victims are supported throughout the criminal justice system from report to court, and to access services to which they are entitled. Key Responsibilities * Have a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics of sexual violence and its impact on victims, family members, and wider society. * Travel throughout Swindon and Wiltshire to provide support to clients under 18 years of age. * Manage a caseload of clients aged 0–18, providing an individual support care plan to meet their needs. * Provide face‑to‑face, telephone and e‑mail support to clients and their supporters where appropriate. * Ensure a comprehensive understanding of child sexual exploitation and its impact on victims, family members and wider society. * Be proactive and develop the role of the Children and Young People’s Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (CYP ISVA) across First Light. * Respect diversity of CYPs and prioritize the accessibility of service provision. * Support children and young people through the criminal justice process and liaise with the police accordingly. * Respond to crisis situations as they arise and complete onward safeguarding referrals. * Engage with other agencies such as Paediatric SARC (The Bridge), CAMHS, social services, police and counselling services to provide a multi‑agency approach for clients. Essential Requirements * Hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle. Benefits and Working Conditions Salary: £25,954 per annum rising to £26,364 after successful completion of probation and £28,002 after accreditation. Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Mon‑Fri, 09:00‑17:00). Holiday entitlement: 25 days per annum, increasing to 30 days after five years of service plus bank holidays. Base location: The Gables, Swindon; hybrid or some remote working where appropriate. Additional benefits: comprehensive induction and training programme; hybrid working policy; well‑being day per financial year; access to external supervision and an employee assistance programme; annual pay review and pension scheme contribution; equality, diversity and inclusion networks; staff well‑being resources. Application Requirements Applicants will be subject to a Disclosure & Barring check, a social media check, and satisfactory employment references. The offer is contingent on successful completion of these checks. J-18808-Ljbffr
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