Would you like to be part of an exciting West Yorkshire-wide pilot programme supporting individuals, families and children through the Family Court process? 

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact through supporting domestic abuse survivors, ensuring their voice is heard in the Family Courts?

West Yorkshire Pathfinder Partnership (WYPP) is to be launched as a 12-month pilot, following successful programmes in other UK areas. Staying Put are proud to lead this partnership of 5 exceptional providers of domestic abuse services; Leeds Domestic Violence Service represented by Leeds Women’s Aid and Behind Closed Doors, WomenCentre, Pennine Domestic Abuse Partnership and Wakefield Domestic Abuse Service.  

We are now looking to set up our team of dedicated and passionate Family Court IDVAs. There are vacancies at all partners for this post, the salary will be the same across the partnership, however the terms and conditions may vary. 

The locations for this role will be Bradford, Calderdale, Kirklees, Leeds or Wakefield. You will be employed by one of the above organisations and be based in one location, however there is the need for flexibility and expectation of travel across all areas, at times. 

About the role

This role will play a crucial part in supporting individuals, families and children through the family court process as part of the Pathfinder programme. Working as part of a strong multi-agency team across the courts of West Yorkshire, you will ensure the voice of the survivor informs every stage of the process. Using a client-led and trauma-informed approach, this role provides high-quality advocacy support to survivors of domestic abuse. 

• Various hours available – 22.5 hours over 3 days, 30 hours over 4 days or full-time at 37.5 hours over 5 days, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
• £27,898 – £28,898 FTE per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.
• 12 month fixed-term contract initially. There is the possibility of extension, depending on successful outcomes of the pilot.

About you

We’re looking for someone organised, non-judgemental, and passionate about helping and supporting our service users.

If you have experience in advocacy, supporting vulnerable people in a domestic abuse arena and have a strong understanding of trauma-informed care, we want to hear from you.  

We are looking for someone with ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment and who has experience of report writing and excellent listening skills. Apply now and be a part of something meaningful!

Women only – ** Due to the nature of this role, we will only be accepting applications from women under schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010**

How to apply

For more information on the Pathfinder Partnership, individual partners and the role, please visit our website to download the recruitment pack and application form. https://stayingput.org.uk/family-court-idva-wypp/

Here you can download the job description and application form. Please submit completed applications to the address on the form. CVs will not be accepted nor will applications through the "apply" button in Indeed.

We expect a high volume of applications so unfortunately, we will not be able to respond to all applications individually. If you have not heard from us after the shortlisting dates please consider that you have not been successful on this occasion.

Closing date: 5pm Tuesday 22nd April 2025

Shortlisting date: Thursday 24th April 2025

Interview date: Friday 2nd May 2025

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.