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We have a rewarding and exciting opportunity available for a Permanent Female Children and Young Persons Sexual Violence Advisor (CYPSVA) to join our team based in Bristol. You will join us on a full-time Position working 37.5 hours each week 8.30 4.30 & 9.30 5.30 also including a Saturday morning on a rota basis (around 1 in 12) and the expectation to work until 8pm if and when needed); you will provide support and advocacy to victims who have experienced rape or sexual assault. Travel across Avon and Somerset will be required so Driving Licence essential . In return, you will receive a competitive salary of Point 16 29,572 to Point 19 31,067 per annum pro rata (depending upon experience) plus benefits .The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.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.In return for joining us as our Female Children and Young Persons Sexual Violence Advisor (CYPSVA), we will offer you the following fantastic benefits:Up to 30 days annual leave (depending on length of service)3 extra holidays including International Women's DayExcellent development and training opportunitiesEmployer pension contribution (minimum 5% of your gross salary)Mindful Employer Plus SchemeCycle to Work SchemeLong Service AwardsWellness AwardsAbout the Female Children and Young Persons Sexual Violence Advisor (CYPSVA) role:Our Children and Young Persons Sexual Violence Advisorwill work closely with the Bridge (SARC), CYPS, Police, CPS, safeguarding and social care agencies 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.Key duties and responsibilities of our Female Children and Young Persons Sexual Violence Advisor (CYPSVA):Empower victims to increase their options; make positive choices/decisions; increase their confidence; safety and to enable and empower them to cope and recover from their experienceWork with the victim and their family to establish a support network and create a complete package of supportPromote the service, establish positive, proactive and innovative working relationships with partner agenciesWork collaboratively within an integrated team of ISVA's working across Avon and SomersetSupport with victims who are adults (18+); children and young people (U18) and historic victims (adult or children and young people) with a history of mental health and substance misuse.Take referrals from with the Bridge, Lighthouse, self-referrals and those from voluntary and statutory agenciesMaintain up to date, accurate, legible and accessible records of all work and contact with service usersActively participate in regular one-to-one supervision, reflective practice groups, and annual appraisalsProvide cover for and assist in the delivery of the Triage telephone lineAdvocate on behalf of service users in a professional and respectful mannerWhat we are looking for in our ideal Female Children and Young Persons Sexual Violence Advisor (CYPSVA):Experience of supporting victims to make informed positive decisionsAn understanding, knowledge and experience of SafeguardingA sound knowledge of working with Children and Young People.Experience of working in a health/social care environmentExperience of risk assessing, safety planning and support planningKnowledge around rape and sexual assault and its impact on victimsExperience of Multi-Agency workingA commitment to the victim's code of practiceStrong numeracy, written communication and ability to carry out own administrative workloadExcellent level of IT literacy, operate case management systemsAbility to work with victims empathetically, understanding their needs and managing sensitive information appropriatelyAbility to facilitate and deliver solutions and support within a partnership settingA current full driving licence and access to an appropriate vehicle is essentialThe successful applicant will be required to complete a detailed Police Security and Vetting process.Please apply now to join us as our Independent Sexual Violence Advisor and contribute to the valuable work of Safe Link and its wider services, delivering hope and support to survivors of rape and sexual assault.Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 30th July 2025Interviews will be held on Wednesday 6th August 2025 and Thursday 7th August 2025If you are motivated, resourceful and passionate please apply now to join us as our Female Children and Young Persons Sexual Violence Advisor (CYPSVA) and contribute to the valuable work Next Link and its wider services, delivering hope and support to survivors of domestic violence and abuse.Safe Link is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk of abuse, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Next Link is committed to Equal Opportunities. Due to the specific requirements of this role, this post is exempt under the Equality Act (2010), Part 1, Schedule 9 (Genuine Occupational Requirement) Next Link is part of Missing Link Housing.TPBN1_UKTJ