Specialist Lead and Complex Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)

  • Full time 37 hours per week

  • Fixed term contract to 31st March 2027, with the possibility of extension subject to funding

  • Annual salary of £30,428.50, rising by 4% upon successful probationary period

Stockport Without Abuse (SWA) is a grassroots charity committed to supporting our vision of everyone having a right to live in safety, and to have a future without fear of domestic abuse. We work directly with women, men and children who have experienced or are at risk of domestic abuse

Main purpose of the post:

The post holder will provide one-to-one support for complex cases referred to the service, alongside offering casework supervision and day-to-day management of a small team of Specialist IDVAs. They will ensure the delivery of high-quality, frontline support to victims of domestic abuse through a proactive service approach for those assessed as medium or high risk.

The role operates within a multi-agency framework, working closely with MARAC partners including Greater Manchester Police, Children’s and Adults’ Safeguarding Services, Health professionals, and other local agencies.

Please send your completed application along with a completed equality and diversity form to: recruitment@stockportwithoutabuse.org.uk

Applications only – we do not accept CV’s.

Closing date for applications is 9am Thursday 7th May 2026

Interviews will be held in person on Thursday 14th May 2026