Background of Dundee International Women's Centre
DIWC has been in existence over 55 years and aims to promote and create opportunities for women's social, political and economic inclusion and for the advancement of education. The Centre has developed an expertise in working with women, particularly those from black and ethnic minority communities, living in Dundee and environs and runs a programme of social, recreational and educational activities along with speciality projects.
DIWC reviews its aims and objectives on an annual basis, setting out clearly the work of the Centre for the forthcoming year. In order to ensure the effective implementation of these objectives each staff member is expected to contribute to the planning process and to prepare and work to an individual work plan in relation to their key areas of work.
Our values are: Trust, Respect, Support, Equality, Approachability
Main purpose:
The RES Education and Support Worker will lead a project to develop and deliver a comprehensive programme of education and training on Violence Against Women (VAW), with a specific focus on the experiences of Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) women, both within the centre and in the wider community. The role involves delivering learning sessions on various VAW topics, providing 1:1 support to women attending the centre who are experiencing domestic abuse, offering assistance with disclosures, and linking women to specialist VAW services in Dundee. The role will ensure the identification of risk, focusing on safety and support through a trauma-informed approach.
This role involves advertising, recruiting, and providing training and support to all existing and new volunteers at the centre.
Job Purpose
To inspire and lead DIWC’s dynamic project team, driving excellence in service delivery and fostering a supportive, high-performing environment. This pivotal role will enhance the centre’s operational effectiveness, continuing to empower the team to make a meaningful impact in the community. By taking on key operational responsibilities, the Team Leader will enable the Manager to focus on strategic growth, securing funding, and ensuring DIWC’s long-term sustainability. This is an exciting new role created for the centre in 2025, offering a unique opportunity to make a significant impact.
I lost my kids a few times they went to foster care and I would have gone to a place like this if I had the chance. This is badly needed. I hid my drug use and people only found out about it when I had my baby and she was in withdrawal. I loved my daughter and would have welcomed something like this.” A mother who has been supported by Aberlour
About Aberlour’s Mother and Child Recovery House
Aberlour is proud to be working with the Scottish Government for our dedicated Mother and Child Residential Recovery House based in Dundee. Our service is designed to enable children of women with problematic substance use to stay with mothers during their recovery. Aberlour’s approach to rehabilitation aims to deliver positive outcomes for women and their children.
We are supporting families using the Parents Under Pressure (PuP) program which combines psychological principles relating to parenting, child behaviour and parental emotion regulation within a case management model. The program is highly individualized to suit each family. Parents are given their own Parent Workbook. For many parents, this becomes a personal journal of their treatment experience. The overarching aim of the PuP program is to help parents facing adversity develop positive and secure relationships with their children. Within this strength-based approach, the family environment becomes more nurturing and less conflictual.
“Too many women with problem drug and alcohol issues are having their young children taken into care and many other women won’t engage with support agencies for fear of their children being removed. The new houses will improve outcomes for these women and children; reduce deaths of mothers with problem drug use; avoid family breakdown and increase the likelihood of children being cared for by their parents.” Aberlour Chief Executive SallyAnn Kelly.
What we are looking for....
Our relief workers play a crucial role in supporting our team. This work is offered on a casual, hourly paid basis to provide cover during staff absence and/or particularly busy periods. This is a 24 hour service, and we are looking for relief workers to cover our waking night shifts, from 10pm to 8am.
Ideally you will have experience of direct work with vulnerable families to support improved capacity for women and children and of working collaboratively with other professional agencies and a working knowledge of drug/alcohol use and its effects on women and children.
Applicants should hold a relevant professional qualification at least SCQF level 7, or equivalent knowledge acquired by other means, with a willingness to obtain the required qualifications for SSSC Registration.
Individuals with Lived Experience of alcohol or drug use are strongly encouraged to apply for these positions where they will gain experience and training to enhance their knowledge and skills. People with lived experience are vital members of the team delivering this service to the women and children.
At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team.To have a look at our values to understand more about what we are looking for from our employees click here.
What we offer...
As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers. Find out more about our Employee Benefits and our commitment to Equality and Diversity.
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