WORKING FOR US
We have the following job vacancy:
Do you want to be part of a dynamic team who work to promote the safety and well-being of women, children and young people affected by domestic violence and abuse?
We are looking to recruit the following post:
Court & Advocacy Support Worker - 21 hours per week
£ 28,624 per annum FTE
£16,246 per annum 21 hours
21 hours per week – 2 year fixed contract (extension subject to continuation funding)
25 days leave + Bank Holidays (pro-rata)
Benefits include an Employee Assistance Programme and Pension Contribution
This role requires an individual with compassion, empathy, excellent interpersonal skills, strong advocacy, and the ability to develop good partnerships with professionals. You will:
deliver high quality outreach and advocacy services for women and children affected by domestic violence and abuse
develop and deliver a range of support services to victims of domestic abuse, especially those at the highest risk within the community
work within a multi agency framework which includes the Court setting and local partnership responses to Domestic Violence and Abuse (DVA)
For more information about the role please see the Job Description Form in this pack. To apply for the position please complete the application pack. Please note, CVs will not be accepted.
In order for us to monitor the effectiveness of our recruitment strategy we would also appreciate if you would complete our Equality and Diversity questionnaire. This will not affect your application.
This post is applicable to women only. The role is covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (schedule9: Equality Act 2010). Successful applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before commencing employment.
This role is funded by The Charles Hayward Foundation
Download the application pack here:
Court Support Worker Job Description
Court Support Worker Application Form
Please complete and return via email: recruitment@coventryhaven.co.uk
Closing date: 12 noon on 2nd September 2025
Shortlisting and invitation to interview by: 5th September 2025
Interviews will be held from 8th September 2025
Successful applicant to start: ASAP
On appointment eligible staff will be expected to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure and provide references. We positively encourage applications from the Black and Minority Ethnic communities. We would particularly welcome applications from women who have additional language skills.
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Trustee/board members Vacancies
For an informal discussion or more information please contact our Chair of Trustees Thea Raisbeck on: chair@coventryhaven.co.uk
Jan 2025