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Join to apply for theIndependent Advocate - Spot Purchaserole atPOhWER 4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for theIndependent Advocate - Spot Purchaserole atPOhWER Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Continue with Google Continue with Google Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Are you ready to take on a role that impacts your community? We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Independent Advocate to join our London Team.As an Independent Advocate, you will provide crucial support to vulnerable adults facing significant health and social care challenges. Your role involves delivering persuasive verbal and written representations on behalf of clients, collaborating with public and voluntary organisations, and taking directed actions to address client issues. This role demands flexibility due to the role involving travel around London, excellent communication, and the ability to handle sensitive information confidently.Hours of Work:Full-Time. Full Time and Part Time application welcome: Full time - 37 hours, working between Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm/Part-time working with a minimum of 22.2 hours/3 days per week would also be considered for this roleLocation:Home based - Applicants must be flexible in regards travel and may be required to travel to surround areas, including counties such as Surrey, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire. All travel is expected to be within the working day of 9am to 5pm and not outside of the normal hours of work(Having your own transport is an advantage for cases outside of London but not essential )Salary:Full time salary £26738.64 including London Weighting (Part time will be Pro Rata)Contract type:PermanentIndependent Advocate RequirementsStrong communication and time management skills to successfully work remotely. Excellent IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and the ability to learn software packages such as client management databases. Attention to detail to ensure accurate recording of records and reporting to meet tight deadlines.DesirablePrevious experience in advocacy, information and advice, or a similar role within health, social care, or the voluntary sector. Demonstrable experience working with vulnerable adults. Working knowledge of public and voluntary organisations.Benefits25 days annual leave + Bank holiday (Rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service) with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days leave + your birthday off as an additional holiday day after 1 years’ service! Discretionary shutdown days at Christmas with up to 4 additional days leave. 1 Community Leave Day per annum. Cash Wellbeing Healthcare Plan which covers Optical/dental/alternative therapy and more! Auto enrolment Pension plan Death in service cover. Bike to work scheme.Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We DoAt POhWER, we are committed to empowering individuals and enabling their voices to be heard. We provide advocacy and information services to support people in making effective decisions about their health and social care. Our team is dedicated to listening, exploring options, and taking action to meet our clients' best interests.Think you are the perfect fit for this Independent Advocate role? Don't wait, click apply now!Closing Date:9AM, Monday 11th August 2025 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy early)Interview Date:TBCFor an informal discussion please contact 0300 456 2370 and ask for a call back from the Recruitment Manager.An Enhanced DBS check and National Offender Management Service vetting will be conducted for this position.We're proud to support our colleagues from the armed forces signing the Armed Forces Covenant in August 2024.Successful applicants will need to obtain business insurance for their own vehicle.POhWER is an equal opportunities employer, holder of the Investors in People Silver award, and a member of the MINDFUL EMPLOYER scheme. We are a level 2 Disability confidence scheme employer, and disabled applicants who meet all the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.POhWER is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities, and particularly welcome candidates from groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, women, men, Black, Asian and other racially minoritised people, LGBTQ+ who are currently under-represented in our workforce.To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support people from different backgrounds. Seniority levelSeniority level Entry level Employment typeEmployment type Full-time Job functionJob function Legal Industries Non-profit Organizations Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at POhWER by 2x Get notified about new Advocate jobs inLondon, England, United Kingdom . 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