We are looking for a new Advocate to join our team…

Our Case Work team provides independent advocacy support to around 700 people every year across Solihull.

We work across all types of statutory advocacy (IMCA, DoLS, IMHA, Care Act and NHS Complaints) as well as non-statutory roles to support people to explore their views, wishes and feelings, to speak up for themselves and to exercise their rights. Previous experience of providing independent advocacy would be advantageous but not essential.

We are looking for a new full-time Advocate (37 hours per week) to join our experienced, committed and friendly team.

About the person

We are looking for someone with a demonstrable commitment to social inclusion, the principles of independent advocacy and person-centred practice. Excellent listening and communication skills are essential as is experience of the health and social care sector. Previous experience of providing independent advocacy would be advantageous but not essential.

As an organisation that champions inclusion, we are keen to hear from people of all backgrounds who have the skills and experience we are looking for and we would encourage applications from candidates with lived-experience.

The full responsibilities and person specification can be found in the Job Description.

Benefits

• Salary between £24,406 - £26,039 dependent on experience and qualification

• 22 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays. There are also 3 concessionary days to be taken as directed over the Christmas period

• 5% pension contribution + 2% employee contribution (salary sacrifice)

• Access to Employee Assistance Programme

• Flexible working

To Apply

Please download and complete an application form and a recruitment monitoring form and return:

Applications must be received before 9.00am on Tuesday 2 May 2023

If you have any questions or wish to speak to someone prior to applying, please contact Christine Forde: christine.forde@solihulladvocacy.org.uk.