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Health Independent Domestic Violence Advisor Location: Plymouth Salary: £25,954 per annum rising to £26,364 per annum on successful completion of probation and £28,002 per annum after accreditation. Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours per week ) Closing Date: 17th August 2026. About the Role The Health Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) role will deliver a proactive, person-centred and trauma-informed support service to adults experiencing high-risk domestic abuse in all its forms. The role focuses on keeping victims and their families safe through support intervention, comprehensive safety planning, and coordinated multi-agency responses. The post holder will provide a premium service to those assessed as being at the highest risk, working assertively and flexibly to engage clients, support the safeguarding team at University Hospital Plymouth with Domestic Abuse referrals, completing face-to-face support in wards across the...