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RSVP is an award-winning, long established and dedicated specialist charity supporting children and adults of all genders following rape, sexual abuse and sexual exploitation. We are a vibrant, growing organisation that believes survivors. We are bold and will go the extra mile to support survivors of rape. We are big hearted, showing sensitivity and empathy which all survivors deserve.
😊 If you fit these values then we would love to hear from you!
Recruitment & Selection Statement
RSVP is committed to equality and valuing diversity.
This includes a commitment within our recruitment and selection processes, where we welcome applications from across the community and actively encourage applicants with a protected characteristic to join our bold, believing & big-hearted team.
RSVP believes that survivor voice is vital and central to everything that we do.
We are committed to ensuring that individuals subjected to sexual violence and abuse are involved at every level of our organisation. Therefore, we welcome applications from individuals with lived experience of sexual trauma who also meet the person specification, so we can work together, engage and amplify survivors’ voices throughout all our work.
Current Opportunities
Listed below are our roles that we are currently recruiting 💼 Each member of our team is valued, seen and celebrated in RSVP. So check out which opportunity fits your professional goals:
Please Note:
- We encourage you to download the Application Packs and Equal Opportunities forms on a PC or laptop in order to complete (formatting of documents mean they are unable to be completed if accessing on a phone).
- It is an organisational requirement for all of our team members to have an enhanced DBS check before starting any role at RSVP.
Part-Time Children and Young People ISVA (22 Hours)
We are looking for an enthusiastic, empathetic Independent Sexual Violence Advocate for Children and Young People. You will play a crucial role in providing practical support to young survivors after sexual trauma, to help them enjoy a hopeful future. This includes advocating for survivors’ journeys through the criminal justice system, as well as with health appointments and other needs.
Closing date: 5 pm on 30th September, 2026.
To apply, download the Application Pack here.
CYP ISVA (Part-time) Application Pack
Treasurer (Board of Trustees)
The Treasurer is an officer of the RSVP Board of Trustees. The role of the Treasurer is to ensure that the finances and supporting financial control systems are kept in order. The Treasurer is not a bookkeeper, nor is it a paid position. The Treasurer does not hold or maintain the financial records and does not have sole control of the cheque book. The Treasurer delegates the day-to-day financial management of the Charity to the CEO.
Please see the Treasurer role description below for further details.
Please email Rachel (Chair of Trustees) on rachel@rsvporg.co.uk to request an application form.
Helpline & Webchat Support Volunteers
The telephone Helpline and online Webchat are two of our most crucial services. They provide essential support to survivors and their loved ones to help get in touch with RSVP. That’s why volunteers fully trained by us and work 3 hour shift per week to provide empathetic, informed care. We encourage all volunteers to commit for at least 6 months.
Helpline & Webchat recruitment takes place twice a year, with full training provided. The training takes place across four days over 4 weeks. Our next scheduled training dates will be released towards the end of 2026 and all sessions will be held in person.
Are you willing to be the voice of RSVP? Apply to be a helpline or webchat volunteer by filling out the form below. Kindly email the completed application form and return to: info@rsvporg.co.uk and we’ll be in touch.
Helpline-Webchat-Support-Volunteer-Application-Form-2023
Counsellor Placements or Volunteering
These are fantastic opportunities for both qualified and unqualified counsellors (who are on a minimum of a level 4 counselling course) to join our team. Vacancies include placement opportunities for trainees. Please be advised we will not be recruiting student volunteer counsellors now until 2027. To discuss further, please contact the counselling team at anytime on: info@rsvporg.co.uk
Other Volunteering Roles
We welcome volunteers in a variety of roles assisting us with:
🤳🏻 Social Media: Could you assist our wider Communications Team in creating and posting engaging social media content? Our digital platforms offer a voice to children and adults with lived experience of rape, sexual violence and sexual abuse, whilst informing, sharing and raising awareness about all related topics. If you’re in for this rewarding role, apply now!
🏃🏾➡️Fundraising: Could you join our ‘Fundraising Friends or Ambassadors’ group and help us to raise vital funds? Our fundraisers have helped us network, engage and build a huge community of supporters for over 45 years! From organising sponsored runs to having a fundraising birthday party or bake sale, we would love to have fun raising funds! Don’t worry, our Fundraising Team will help you out every step of the way.
🙋🏾Anything else: Let’s think outside-the-box. Our Volunteers list is not exhaustive because we’re always open to new ideas. If you have a way you’d like to assist that isn’t mentioned above, then please get in touch and we’d be pleased to discuss it with you.
There is no closing date for these volunteer vacancies.
If you believe survivors and deliver bold and big-hearted support, we would love to hear from you! To apply, please complete this Application Form and return the completed form to: info@rsvporg.co.uk
Best of luck! 🌟