Dorset Advocacy Lead

3 weeks ago


Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Dorset Council Full time

We are seeking a Senior Advocate to oversee daily operations and promote our advocacy service in Dorset. This key role involves managing a team of advocates, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and driving performance through data analysis.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Recruit, supervise, and support a team of advocates
  • Manage referrals, allocate tasks, and maintain a small caseload
  • Provide independent advocacy services to children and young people
  • Monitor performance, prepare reports, and contribute to monitoring meetings

This position offers opportunities for collaboration with other NYAS services and departments, as well as links with local authorities. The role is home-based, with occasional travel within the Dorset area.

Benefits:
  • Pro rata 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Salary sacrifice pension scheme
  • Additional sick pay
  • Enhanced pay for family friendly leave
  • Death in service
  • Health care plan
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Learning and development opportunities

The estimated salary for this role is £45,000 - £55,000 per annum, depending on experience.



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