ISVA (Independent Sexual Violence Adviser) – Full-time or Part-time

CARA are looking for an ISVA (Independent Sexual Violence Adviser) to join their team. ISVAs provide emotional and practical support and information to victims and survivors of sexual violence who have reported to the police, or are considering reporting to the police.

The role of an ISVA is to support victims and survivors by:

  • Ensuring their voice is heard.
  • Helping them make the choices that feel right for them.
  • Accompanying them to important appointments and to court.
  • Supporting them with their next steps after the legal process is over, regardless of the outcome of the case

If victims and survivors are considering reporting to the police, ISVAs can also help them by:

  • Providing impartial information to enable them to make an informed decision.
  • Offering an overview of police processes and what to expect if they do decide to report.
  • Supporting them in their next steps.

For a full job description and person specification, please click here.

For an application form, please click here.

Closing Date: 9am,  Monday 8th January 2024. 

Interviews: Tuesday 16th January 2024.

This post is restricted to women applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.