Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA)

Yellow Door is an amazing charity that is quite literally changing lives for the better across the Hampshire area with a team of around 100 staff and volunteers working together to prevent and respond to domestic and sexual abuse. We provide a diverse and innovative range of services to local people of all ages and genders. Last year we engaged with over 4500 clients to provide crucial support information and in some cases a lifeline. Right now our services have never been more in demand so our volunteers and supporters are absolutely critical to us. Would you like to be part of our amazing team that is changing lives for the better in the Southampton area

Adult & CYP

Independent Sexual Violence Advisors (ISVA)

Yellow Door has a variety of ISVA roles available.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals to provide proactive advocacy and support services to people who have experienced sexual violence/ abuse.

We are looking to recruit aChildren & Young Peoples (CYP) and Adults ISVAs and so welcome applicants with these specialities.

To apply for an alternative ISVA role we have available please see our Careers page.

We are looking for individuals who have experience of working within an advocacy role preferably within domestic or sexual abuse or related fields such as mental health/social care/justice roles.

You will have a sound understanding of risk assessment alongside experience of managing diverse caseloads and working pro-actively within multi-agency partnerships to support victim-focused outcomes. The successful applicants will have effective communication and advocacy skills and knowledge of the impact of sexual violence/abuse.

Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA)

Hours: Varied - Full-time and part-time roles available.

Salary: 27407..21 FTE

Contract: Fixed term until 31 March 2028

Starting salary dependent on skills and experience

Closing date: Wednesday 7th October 2026 at 5 p.m.

Interview date: Monday 19th October 2026 and Wednesday 21st October 2026

Once your application has been reviewed we will contact you if you have been shortlisted for an interview.

Please contact the office to speak to the ISVA Service Manager on if you would like an informal discussion.

We are an equal opportunities employer and operate a TOIL system to support flexible working. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive place to work where everyone can feel they belong and has something valuable to contribute. For this reason we warmly welcome applicants from all parts of our rich and diverse community particularly those from under represented groups. Yellow Door works across Hampshire and is based near central Southampton with free staff parking and opportunities for professional development.

Yellow Door is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and adults at risk we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure.

Important information:To maintain appropriate professional boundaries former service users will not be considered for employment for two years after their relationship with the service has ended.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority