Working with the Trust's Safeguarding team, directly supporting victims and survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence, the new role will:  

• Engage with patients and staff who have experienced abuse (recent or historical), conducting risk assessments, and creating tailored support plans. 

• With the consent of survivors, work with agencies such as police, social services, schools, and more, ensuring the victims voices are heard and their needs met. 

• Offer a safe, confidential space for survivors to share their experiences, develop coping mechanisms, and access necessary services. 

• Share knowledge on the impact of domestic and sexual violence, promoting multi-agency collaboration, and fostering equality to reduce health disparities. 

The new Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Advocate commented on her main goal in this new role: “My mission is to ensure victims feel heard, believed, and empowered. I’m deeply committed to the safety and healing of victims and survivors of abuse and I want to ensure that no victim of domestic abuse and sexual violence within the Trust is left without the support they deserve.” 

For more information and support on safeguarding concerns visit Royal Orthopaedic Hospital - Safeguarding