Advocacy Caseworker

Job DescriptionJob Title: Advocacy CaseworkerContract: PermanentHours: Part time, 21 hours per week (FTE 35 hours)Work Pattern: 21 hours per week to be worked Monday – Friday. Hours of work to be agreed.Location: SIA House, Milton Keynes with hybrid working available.Salary: £35,040 per annum, FTE (£21,024 per annum actual for 21 hours per week).Thank you for your interest in joining our special charityAbout UsThe Spinal Injuries Association is committed to a singular vision: a fulfilled life for everyone affected by spinal cord injury.Everyone has a right to live a fulfilled life and that means the life they choose, a life that has the same opportunities as everyone else. We are the expert guiding voice for life after spinal cord injury.About the RoleThe Advocacy Caseworker will be responsible for providing Social Care and CHC casework and support to SCI people for a wide range of issues relating to their health care and independent living. Working with SIA teams and external partners and agencies they will also be responsible for improving the provision of services to SCI people.The data and case studies they collate will be central to both the work of the Campaigns and Fundraising teams and the wider SIA communications. This information will also assist with service and organisational development, identifying new trends and areas of unmet need.The successful candidate will have at least one year’s experience of CHC and/or social care work, Experience of working with government bodies such as social workers, NHS etc, A good understanding of relevant social policy, welfare rights, health and social care issues that affect people living with disabilities, in particular those with spinal cord injuries. They will have the ability to cope with challenging or emotional enquiries and enquirers, be able to prioritise a busy workload and be able to explain complex information in an accessible way.Benefits: * Annual leave: 28 days per holiday year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after two years of service (pro-rated for part time employees) * Access to Group pension scheme (6% employer contribution) * Access to Group life assurance scheme * Access to Healthcare cash plan * Access to discounted gym membership * Access to Employee assistance programme (EAP) * Employee volunteer days * Free car parking at SIA House * Investing in our people – all members of staff are encouraged to discuss their development plans and aspirations with their line manager. A budget is available for talent developmentThis post will play a critical role in achieving our ambitions. We hope that the role inspires you and we look forward to receiving your application.Closing date: 12 January 2026, 9amInterview dates: 27 January 2026 at SIA House, Milton KeynesInterested?If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.At SIA, we value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment as we believe diversity fosters a more innovative, creative, and caring culture.We are striving to create a culture that fully represents all the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, family or parental status, or disability status.Disabled candidates who meet the standard job criteria will be offered a guaranteed interview. Fully remote working considered for the right candidate.No agencies please