Female BME ISVA - FTC Maternity Cover
Posted 7 days 14 hours ago by Missing Link
Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom
OverviewWould you like to work for an award winning service by providing specialist sexual violence support to Black and Minoritised Ethnic Communities victims who live across Avon and Somerset?
We have a rewarding and exciting opportunity available for a Female Black and Minoritised Ethnic Communities Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (BME ISVA) to join our team based in Bristol (with requirement to travel across Avon and Somerset). You will join us on a 12 month Fixed Term Maternity Cover Contract working full time 37.5 hours each week on a rota basis (8.30am - 4.30pm and 9.30am - 5.30pm on alternate weeks, an occasional Saturday morning on a rota (around 1 in 16) and to be available to work until 8pm if required). You will provide support and advocacy to victims who have experienced rape or sexual assault. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of Point 16 £30,518 - Point 19 £32,061 per annum (depending on experience) plus benefits.
Benefits- Up to 30 days annual leave (depending on length of service)
- 3 extra holidays including International Women's Day
- Excellent development and training opportunities
- Employer pension contribution (minimum 5% of your gross salary)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Long Service Awards
- Health and Wellbeing programme
SAFE Link was established in 2009 and is a service that works across the Avon and Somerset Police Area and provides emotional and practical support to victims of rape and sexual assault. SAFE Link provides an independent victim-focused service. The service is committed to the Victims Code of Practice. Our ethos is to enable victims to cope and recover after their assault. We can support victims to report to the police if they wish.
Role DetailsThe Female Black and Minoritised Ethnic Communities Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (BME ISVA) will work closely with the Bridge (SARC), CYPS, Police, CPS, safeguarding and both voluntary and statutory agencies including mental health and drug and alcohol agencies. You will have a good understanding of the traumatic impact of sexual assault and rape. You will need to have knowledge around the criminal justice process and will have a commitment to providing a high quality, victim focussed and inclusive service.
Qualifications & Competencies- A woman from a Black and Minoritised Ethnic Community
- Empathy with the needs of Black and Minoritised Ethnic Communities victims of rape and sexual assault and the barriers they face
- An understanding of the impact of sexual violence and abuse on victims
- The ability to learn new skills and a commitment to learning in the workplace
- A commitment to participating in a training programme
- A current full driving licence and access to an appropriate vehicle is essential
Key duties and responsibilities of our Female Black and Minoritised Ethnic Communities ISVA.
How to ApplyPleasedownload the application pack from our website and complete the application form. Please submit your application by 9am on Thursday 23rd July 2026. Please do not send CVs. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 28th July 2026.