Aurora New Dawn is pleased to announce the following job vacancy:

Armed Forces Advocate – Female^*

Hours of work

Full-time:	37 Hours per week
Salary	Non Accredited –£24,000 p.a Accredited* – £27,000 p.a *on completion of a role-specific accreditation (or prior attainment)
Location:	Flexible and Home working – some travel required as per caseload.
Duration:	Start asap. Contract until July 2023, continuation subject to funding.

* PLEASE NOTE: This post is restricted to female applicants in accordance with Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010

The Role

Aurora New Dawn is a registered charity providing support and advocacy to victims and survivors of domestic abuse, stalking and sexual violence. In 2017, we launched our Armed Forces Advocacy Service, and have been providing bespoke support to the Armed Forces Community ever since.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual, with an understanding of the specific needs or armed forces personnel and/or their families, to join our Armed Forces Advocacy Service (AFAS). As an Armed Forces Advocate you will:

• Provide high-quality support to victims (16+) of domestic abuse, sexual violence and/or stalking, working specifically within an armed forces remit.
• Work closely with our armed forces partners, and within a multi- agency framework, to identify and assess the risks and needs of our clients.
• Deliver a pro-active, short to medium term crisis intervention service through individual safety planning and personal support.
• Advocate for our clients with relevant agencies, whilst providing emotional and practical support and information, including in relation to legal options, housing, health and finance.

This is a specialist, multi-skilled role, so good relationships with key personnel and an in-depth understanding of the specific needs or armed forces personnel and/or their families is essential.

Applicants must have experience of the forces community (whether as a dependent or as a member of serving personnel) and be able to apply this experience to their practice.

Prior experience of working in the domestic abuse/sexual violence sector is not essential. Full training in the role will be provided, and we welcome any and all applicants with a forces background.

How to apply for the job:

For full details about this position and how to apply, please contact Zoe Jackson (Director of Policy Practice & Development) by email at: Zoe@Aurorand.org.uk, detailing why you think you are suitable for the post. Please put ‘Armed Forces Advocate’ in the subject line.

Start date ASAP – we will appoint the first suitable applicant so advise that if you are interested in this position you do not delay your application.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early.

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Aurora New Dawn is pleased to announce the following job vacancy:

Bid Writer – Female^*

Hours of work

Part-time:	20 Hours per week
Salary	£30k (pro rata)
Duration:	Commences ASAP. Continuation subject to successful funding
Location:	The main office is in Portsmouth

* PLEASE NOTE: This post is restricted to female applicants in accordance with Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010

The Role

Aurora New Dawn is a registered charity providing support and advocacy to survivors of domestic abuse, stalking and sexual violence.

Are you bid writer who wants to work with a charity that puts high quality services, innovation and victim care at its core?

Would you like to help offer support to hundreds of victims and survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence and stalking?

Who we are looking for:

To be successful in this role you’ll be a meticulous Bid Manager and writer who is motivated by clarity and direction. You’ll have an innovative outlook and strive to create bids that embody our USPs and company values.

Additional information:

• DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
• This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
• This post will be work from home, with some attendance in the Portsmouth office.

How to apply for the job:

For further details on this vacancy and how to apply, please download the full job description and person specification. Please send a CV and cover letter to – Email titled – Bid writer Application to recruitment@aurorand.org.uk.

For a discussion about the role, or for any queries, please contact S Dillon on info@aurorand.org.uk

We encourage applications from women of all backgrounds and communities and are committed to having a team that is diverse in terms of skills, experiences and abilities. We particularly encourage applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic women, as these groups are currently underrepresented in our organisation.

*Please note: This post is open to Female applicants only, as a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010

Closing date for applications: 14/04/2022 Aurora New Dawn reserve the right to close application prior to this date.

Interviews – Interviews will be hosted ASAP after closing date.

Interviews will be conducted via ZOOM or in our head office subject to COVID 19 government guidelines.

Important documents:

To download a copy of the Bid Writer job description, click here.

To download a copy of the Aurora New Dawn Diversity Questionnaire, click here.

If you would like to support the Aurora New Dawn charity and you are able to donate you can do so here:

If you would like to support our female only group work and you are able to donate you can do so here:

Aurora’s helpline – 6pm to 9am Monday to Friday and 24hrs over the weekend 02394 216 816

Aurora New Dawn is pleased to announce the following job vacancy:

Domestic Abuse Advocate (DAST) – Female^*

Hours of work

Full-time:	37 Hours per week
Salary	Non Accredited – Grade 7 – £22,221 p.a pro rata Accredited* – Grade 8 – £26,276 p.a pro rata *on completion of a role-specific accreditation
Duration:	Commences ASAP. Contract until March 2022, continuation subject to funding and hours may be amended after this date.
DAST:	Domestic Abuse Support Team (Hampshire Constabulary)
Location:	2 days Portsmouth/2 days Southampton/1 day office/home working

* PLEASE NOTE: This post is restricted to female applicants in accordance with Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010

The Role

Aurora New Dawn is a registered charity providing support and advocacy to survivors of domestic abuse, stalking, and sexual violence.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual to join us in the launch and delivery of an exciting new project. The DAST IDVA will:

• Provide high-quality support to victims (16+) of domestic abuse working specifically within the DAST.
• Work closely with our Hampshire Constabulary partners, and within a multi- agency framework, to identify and assess the risks and needs of our clients.
• Deliver a pro-active service through individual safety planning and personal support.
• Advocate for our clients with relevant agencies, whilst providing emotional and practical support and information, including in relation to legal options, housing, health and finance.

This is a specialist, multi-skilled role, and prior completion of a Domestic abuse, sexual violence or stalking advocacy qualification would be advantageous. However, we would welcome applications from those who feel they have demonstrable equivalent experience/qualifications which meet the specific requirements of this post.

Additional information

• DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
• Police Clearance level 3 will be required on acceptance of employment.
• This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
• This post will be split between Portsmouth and Southampton with regular local travel required..
• This is a fixed term contract until March 2022. Continuation will be dependent on funding and hours may be amended after this date.

How to apply for the job:

Applications should be in the form of a letter, sent with a supporting CV by email to recruitment@aurorand.org.uk, detailing why you think you are suitable for the post. Please put ‘Domestic Abuse Advocate (DAST)’ in the subject line and return your completed diversity monitoring form with your letter.

You are advised to read the job description and person specification carefully as the decision to shortlist you for interview will be based on the information you provide in your letter.

NB: Application should be in the form of a cover letter with a supporting CV.

For an informal discussion about the role, or for any other queries, please contact Lyn Tiller (Director of Operations, Services and Innovation) on 023 92 479254.

To save on administration costs we are not able to contact you if your application is unsuccessful, but I would like to take the opportunity to thank you for your interest in our work.

The deadline for all applications is 9.00am 16th August 2021.

Interviews will be held ASAP after closing date.

Interviews will be conducted via ZOOM or in our head office subject to COVID 19 government guidelines.

Important documents:

To download a copy of the Domestic Abuse Advocate (DAST) job description, click here.

To download a copy of the Aurora New Dawn Diversity Questionnaire, click here.

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Aurora New Dawn is pleased to announce the following job vacancy:

Victim Advocacy Caseworker – Female^*

We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting survivors of stalking and who has a caring and empathetic nature.

What we offer:

• Flexible working.
• Birthday day off.
• Trivial benefits system.
• Competitive annual leave plus all bank holidays.
• Ad Hoc bonus opportunities.
• Enhanced maternity pay.
• Team days/lunches.
• Opportunities for additional paid work.
• Ongoing Training and Development.
• External clinical supervision.

Hours of work

Full-time:	37 Hours per week
Salary	Non Accredited – £24,000 p.a Accredited* – £27,000 p.a *on completion of a role-specific accreditation
Location:	Thames Valley** & home-based. NB: Aurora operates a flexible, hybrid working model.
Contract:	Until March 2026 – continuation subject to funding.

* PLEASE NOTE: This post is restricted to female applicants in accordance with Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010

**Thames Valley runs across three counties, Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire. The Aurora Office is based in Portsmouth, Hampshire.

Aurora offers a hybrid, flexible way of working and this post will be a combination of home-based working and office based at a police station in the Thames Valley area with the requirement for occasional visits to our Head Office in Portsmouth.

Induction will be at our Portsmouth office.

If you have any questions on travel remuneration, please call the Senior Stalking Advocate on 02392 479254.

This post is within a team of four advocates working across Thames Valley.

NB: This post operates across the Thames Valley Area and therefore flexibility of location and an ability to travel are essential.

Responsible to: Senior Victim Advocacy Caseworker

The Role

Aurora New Dawn is a registered charity providing support and advocacy to survivors of domestic abuse, stalking, and sexual violence.

We are looking for a Victim Advocacy Caseworker to join our Victim Advocacy team.

The successful candidate will:

• Provide a high-quality frontline service to individuals experiencing stalking, through both face to face and telephone support.
• Support victims throughout the criminal and civil courts.
• Offer information and signposting on a risk and needs-led basis.
• Provide advocacy, practical and emotional support, empowering victims to act for themselves and engage with services that can help them, thereby increasing self-esteem and reducing isolation.
• A significant part of this role will involve working alongside Thames Valley Constabulary to ensure that the voice of the victim is heard throughout the process of evidence capture and investigation.

How to apply for the job:

Applications should be in the form of a letter, sent by email to recruitment@aurorand.org.uk, detailing why you think you are suitable for the post. Please put ‘Victim Advocacy Caseworker’ in the subject line.

You are advised to read the job description and person specification carefully as the decision to shortlist you for interview will be based on the information you provide in your letter.

NB: We do not accept CV’s as an application method.

For an informal discussion about the role, or for any other queries, please contact Lyn Tiller (Director of Operations, Services and Innovation) on 023 92 479254.

We encourage applications from women of all backgrounds and communities and are committed to having a team that is diverse in terms of skills, experiences and abilities. We particularly encourage applications from disabled and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic women, as these groups are currently underrepresented in our organisation.

To save on administration costs we are not able to contact you if your application is unsuccessful, but I would like to take the opportunity to thank you for your interest in our work.

The deadline for all applications is open ended we will recruit the first suitable candidate.

Interviews will be held on TBC.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early.

Important documents:

To download a copy of the Victim Advocacy Caseworker job description, click here.

To download a copy of the Aurora New Dawn Diversity Questionnaire, click here.

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Aurora New Dawn is pleased to announce the following job vacancy:

Female ^* Aurora New Dawn DVA Car™ Advocate
AURORA NEW DAWN DVA CARS™

Aurora New Dawn is a female-led charity dedicated to ending violence and abuse against women and girls. Since 2011, we have offered safety, support, advocacy, and empowerment to survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence, and stalking. One of the core ways that we do this is through our DVA Car™ service.

Our DVA Cars™ provide a service whereby every Friday and Saturday night, trained staff head out in police patrol cars to work alongside Hampshire Constabulary to attend reports of domestic abuse. We also run an out of hours helpline so that victims always have somewhere to turn. The aim is to offer independent support and advice to victims and survivors during that window of opportunity: the moment they make the choice to reach out for help. We are now on the lookout for a caring, empathetic and compassionate individual to join our DVA Car™ advocate team.

The candidate will be passionate about supporting survivors of domestic violence and abuse and wants to play a pivotal role in helping victims at the point of crisis. You will be working as part of a collaborative and passionate team, all dedicated to helping women feel seen, heard, and understood.

Whilst experience and knowledge of domestic abuse is a benefit, it is not essential – it is more important to us that we find the right person who can truly support and guide our clients.

Hours of work

Part-time:	30.5 Hours per week (weekend and evening work) 4 shifts per month working with the police. Remaining hours working from home.
Salary	Scale 7: £22,221 per annum, pro rata
Duration:	Funding until September 2024 (possible extension subject to further funding)
Location	Portsmouth and Home Based

*PLEASE NOTE: This post is restricted to female applicants in accordance with Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010

The Role

This role comprises of two parts, worked on a bi-weekly rotation basis and totalling a 30.5 hours per week:

Week one:

1. To provide an out-of-hours, face-to-face crisis response to incidents of domestic violence working alongside officers from Hampshire Constabulary.
   Friday and Saturday: 17.00hrs – 03.00hrs
2. Out of Hours DVA Helpline – working from home.
   Monday – Friday: 1700-0800hrs
   Saturday – Sunday: either: 0800hrs – 1700hrs or 1700hrs – 0800hrs

Week two:

1. Out of Hours DVA Helpline – working from home (combination of shifts below)
   Monday – Friday: 1700-0800hrs
   Saturday – Sunday: either: 0800hrs – 1700hrs or 1700hrs – 0800hrs

To apply:

For an informal chat about this role please call Lyn Tiller on 02392 479254

To apply please send a CV, covering letter and diversity form to recruitment@aurorand.org.uk, detailing why you think you are suitable for the post. Please add ‘DVA Car™ Advocate’ in the subject heading.

You are advised to read the job description and person specification carefully as the decision to shortlist you for interview will be based on the information you provide in your letter.

Applications are particularly welcome from black and minoritised women.

NB: We do not accept CV’s as an application method.

To save on administration costs we are not able to contact you if your application is unsuccessful, but I would like to take the opportunity to thank you for your interest in our work.

Closing date: Please note there is no closing date for this post, we will keep the vacancy open until we have successfully appointed to the role. We therefore encourage you to please submit your application as early as possible.

Interviews – tbc (Interviews will be conducted via face to face, Zoom or Microsoft Teams)

Important documents:

To download a copy of the Female^*Aurora New Dawn DVA Car™ Advocate job description, click here.

To download a copy of the Aurora New Dawn diversity form, click here.

How can you help?

You can help Aurora raise vital funds during the COVID19 pandemic:

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Aurora New Dawn is pleased to announce the following job vacancy:

Female ^* Community IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advisor)

Hours of work

Full-time:	37 Hours per week
Salary	£25,250 (with 1% annual increment)
Duration:	Contract until June 2021. Continuation subject to funding.
Location:	West Sussex, working across working across Worthing & Adur.

*PLEASE NOTE: This post is restricted to female applicants in accordance with Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010

The Female Community IDVA Role

Aurora New Dawn is a registered charity providing support and advocacy to survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence and stalking.

We are excited to be working in partnership with West Sussex County Council and Safelives to deliver CONNECT: a new and holistic service, created with survivors of domestic abuse and offering a co-ordinated, whole-family response.

We are looking for a skilled, dedicated and passionate individual to take on the role of Community IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advisor) within the Connect team, working specifically with victims of domestic abuse who are at medium risk of harm.

The successful candidate will:

• Provide a high-quality frontline service to victims of domestic abuse, working specifically with those clients assessed at medium risk of harm

• Facilitate a 4 week holistic assessment allowing time to gradually build a relationship with each client, incorporating risk and safety, strengths and needs.

• Provide advocacy, practical and emotional support.
• Support clients to identify and build on their strengths, assets and resources, both internal and external, with the aim of increasing resilience.

• Support the facilitation of group programmes and activities including drop-ins at other services to support service users in the community.

All roles within the Connect team will work in accordance with the 7 key principles underpinning the Connect Model:

• Flexibility, consistency and reliability

• Accessibility

• Strengths-based

• Client involvement

• Gender-responsive

• Working together

• Trauma-informed

How to apply for the job:

For further details on this vacancy, please see the combined job description/person specification.

Applications should be in the form of a letter, sent by email to recruitment@aurorand.org.uk, detailing why you think you are suitable for the post. Please put ‘Community IDVA Application’ in the subject line and return your completed diversity monitoring form with your letter.

You are advised to read the job description and person specification carefully as the decision to shortlist you for interview will be based on the information you provide in your letter.

The deadline for all applications is 5pm Monday 17th August 2020.

Interviews –

• Week commencing 24th August 2020 (subject to change)
• Interviews will be conducted via ZOOM

To save on administration costs we are not able to contact you if your application is unsuccessful, but I would like to take the opportunity to thank you for your interest in our work.

Important documents:

To download a copy of the Community IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advisor) job description, click here.

To download a copy of the Community IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advisor) person specification, click here.

To download a copy of the Aurora New Dawn Diversity Questionnaire, click here.