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Freelance Advocate

CASBA is looking for a Freelance Advocate to join our team and support adults with learning disabilities to have their voices heard, their rights upheld, and their choices respected.

Hours: Sessional depending on demand
Salary:£17.48 – £25 per hour depending on experience
Contract type: Freelance
Place of work: South Birmingham

We are a values‑driven organisation rooted in inclusion, empowerment, and person-centred practice. Our work is co‑produced with the people we support, and we are committed to ensuring everyone can live the life they choose.

💬 About the Role

As a Freelance Advocate, you will:

  • Provide independent, person centred advocacy to adults with learning disabilities
  • Support people to understand their rights and express their wishes
  • Attend meetings, reviews, and appointments alongside the person
  • Help people navigate services, systems, and decision making processes
  • Keep clear, accurate records of your work
  • Work flexibly, professionally, and in line with CASBA’s values

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about empowering people, confident communicating with a wide range of professionals, and skilled at building trust.

💡 About You

We would love to hear from you if you:

  • Have experience of working with people with learning disabilities
  • Understand advocacy principles (or are keen to learn)
  • Are kind, patient, and a good listener
  • Can explain information clearly and simply
  • Are confident working independently
  • Can travel within South Birmingham
  • Are reliable, organised, and committed to inclusion

Experience in statutory or non‑statutory advocacy is welcome, but not essential — the right values matter most.

🌱 What We Offer

  • Flexible freelance work
  • Supportive team and supervision
  • Training opportunities
  • A chance to make a real difference in people’s lives

📧 How to Apply

If you think you could be the kind, supportive advocate our community is looking for, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a short expression of interest to jenny.davison@casba.org.uk by 24th July 2026

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