West Yorkshire Child Focused Courts Partnership (based in Leeds)
Would you like to be part of an exciting West Yorkshire-wide pilot programme supporting individuals, families and children through the Family Court process?
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact through supporting domestic abuse survivors, ensuring their voice is heard in the Family Courts?
West Yorkshire Child Focused Courts Partnership was launched in June 2025, as a 12-month pilot, following successful programmes in other UK areas. We are delighted that the service has been extended to March 2027, with the possibility of further extension.
Staying Put are proud to lead this partnership of 5 exceptional providers of domestic abuse services; Leeds Domestic Violence Service represented by Leeds Women’s Aid and Behind Closed Doors, WomenCentre, Pennine Domestic Abuse Partnership and Wakefield Domestic Abuse Service.
We are currently looking for a dedicated and passionate IDVA to fill our full-time vacancy at Behind Closed Doors in Leeds. The salary is the same across the partnership, however the terms and conditions may vary. You will be employed by one of the above organisations and be based in one location, however there is the need for flexibility and expectation of travel across all areas, at times.
About the role – Leeds
This role plays a crucial role in supporting individuals, families and children through the family court process as part of the Child Focused Court programme. Working as part of a strong multi-agency team across the courts of West Yorkshire, you will ensure the voice of the survivor informs every stage of the process. Using a client-led and trauma-informed approach, this role provides high-quality advocacy support to survivors of domestic abuse.
- Full time, 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
- £27,898 – £28,898 FTE per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Contract initially until 31st March 2027 with the possibility of extension.
About you
We’re looking for someone organised, non-judgemental, and passionate about helping and supporting our service users. If you have experience in advocacy, supporting vulnerable people in a domestic abuse arena and have a strong understanding of trauma-informed care, we want to hear from you. We are looking for someone with ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment and who has experience of report writing and excellent listening skills. Apply now and be a part of something meaningful!
Women only – ** Due to the nature of this role, we will only be accepting applications from women under schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010**
In return you can expect the following benefits;
- Flexible working policy,
- Hybrid office/home working,
- 2-hours well-being time each month,
- Pension scheme,
- Employee Assistance Programme,
- External reflective practice group,
- Values-led organisation
- Continued professional development.
For more information on the Child Focused Court programme, individual partners and the role, please visit our website to download the recruitment pack and application form. https://stayingput.org.uk/family-court-idva-wypp/
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Here you can download the recruitment pack, job description and application form. Please submit completed applications to the address on the form. CVs will not be accepted nor will applications through the "apply" button in Indeed.
We will not be able to respond to all applications individually. If you have not heard from us after the shortlisting dates please consider that you have not been successful on this occasion.
Closing date: 12 noon Tuesday 8th September 2026
Shortlisting date: Wednesday 9th September 2026
Interview date: Monday 14th September 2026
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: £27,898.00-£28,898.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: In person
