About The Advocacy Project
We help people speak up and make decisions about their health, wellbeing and social care. We’re here to make sure people across all ages and care groups can understand their rights, make effective choices about their lives and voice their concerns.
Some of the ways we do this include:
- advocacy services that make sure people can express their wishes when decisions are being made about their care or wellbeing
- user involvement projects that help organisations improve what they offer by listening to people who use their services
- local Healthwatch organisations, which act as health and social care champions for the areas they serve and give people a direct channel to share their feedback.
Our services are independent, confidential and free to those receiving them. Together, our teams are standing up for essential rights and supporting people to have a say on the issues that matter to them.
About this role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Independent Advocate to join our team on a zero-hours contract. This role involves providing high-quality advocacy support across various disciplines, ensuring individuals have a voice in decisions that affect their lives.
You will work with people in hospitals, care homes, their own homes, and within the community, supporting them to understand their rights and choices. The role requires travel across London.
Under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, the post holder will be required to visit CQC registered care homes and would be subject to government requirements.
Closing date: 12 noon, Thursday 4th June
Documents
The following documents contain more information about this role.
As advocates, we’re here to stand beside you – not tell you what to do or make decisions for you. We don’t take sides or judge. Our role is to make sure your voice is heard. Because we’re completely independent, our support is always fair and unbiased. And everything you share with us stays confidential, unless you ask us to share it or there’s a serious risk of harm.
Independent Mental Health Advocate