About includem…
Founded in 2000, Includem is a Scottish charity working alongside children, young people and families to help transform lives. We provide relationship-based, flexible support that is available when it is needed most, helping young people build on their strengths, make positive choices and move towards the future they want.
We work with children and young people in care, families facing challenges, and those navigating education, mental health, justice or transitions into adulthood.
This is where you come in. Working for Includem means using your skills, experience and leadership to make a meaningful difference in an organisation where relationships, creativity and impact matter.
With a focus on external engagement, the Head of Development is responsible for identifying, developing and securing sustainable growth opportunities that enable Includem to extend its impact across Scotland.
As part of the Executive Team, the postholder will lead the organisation’s business development, strategic partnerships, fundraising, communications, policy and influencing activity, ensuring Includem remains at the forefront of supporting children, young people and families. Working closely with service delivery teams, the executive team and board, they will identify emerging opportunities, shape innovative service responses, strengthen external relationships and use evidence and impact data to influence policy and secure future investment.
This role plays a pivotal part in ensuring Includem has a strong external profile, diversified income streams, a robust evidence base on Includem’s model and impact and an influential voice in shaping services and public policy.
Benefits
Includem offers the following benefits:
28 days annual leave, increasing to 31 days with 5 years’ service.
9 public holidays
Employee Assistance Programme
Counselling service
Family friendly leave
SSSC Registration
Blue Light Card
Company pension
Medicash
Charity Worker Discounts
Personal Assurance
Safe Space is seeking an experienced professional Manager to lead and manage a small, specialised trauma team delivering specialised counselling services and groupwork to adults and young people who have experienced childhood sexual abuse. The team offers long-term counselling and a wide range of groupwork that is well established and successful within the Fife community.
We are looking for an individual who can:
• Commit to working flexibly and creatively with a small team of professionals within a variety of modalities.
• Be creative, open-minded and curious about the way the service can be delivered.
• Use excellent interpersonal skills to communicate with a wide range of people.
• Operate with autonomy in a collaborative and supportive way with a team who are skilled and experienced in their field.
What we offer
• An opportunity to lead a small close-knit team that delivers life-changing support services to clients who have experienced trauma
• A Board of Directors who are professional and supportive to the Manager and the team.
• A collaborative environment within a very small team.
Fife Women’s Aid are looking for an additional full-time member of staff to increase the capacity of our existing MARAC team, working with women experiencing domestic abuse who are at high levels of risk.
If you want to help make a difference in the lives of women, children and young people with experience of domestic abuse, have direct experience of providing one to one person-centred support, an understanding of the causes and impacts of domestic abuse along with good interpersonal skills then you may be the person we are looking for. Applicants will have at least 2 years’ experience of working in a support or advocacy role. The MARAC team is a small supportive team with a wealth of experience to share with new workers. Training will also be provided for the successful candidates.
The successful applicant(s) will have at least SVQ Level III or equivalent level of qualification in social care or other relevant subject, or equivalent experience and willingness to work towards a qualification.
Please join us for an online session to find out more about FWA MARAC service. This will be at 6.30pm on Monday 19th October. Please confirm your attendance to info@fifewomensaid.org.uk and we will send you details of the zoom meeting. We hope to see you there.
Fife Women’s Aid is a feminist organisation and strives to be a supportive and empowering employer offering competitive terms and conditions.
Membership of Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme is a requirement for this post.
If you would like further information about the post, please contact Claire Rigby, Team Manager at claire.rigby@fifewomensaid.org.uk.
Fife Women’s Aid are looking to recruit a part-time support worker to join our Women’s Support Team.
As a service, we are expanding our capacity to better meet the needs of women who have experienced domestic abuse. Candidates should have good communication skills and a passion for supporting recovery from domestic abuse.
The successful applicants will have at least SVQ Level III or equivalent level of qualification in health and social care or other relevant subject, or a willingness to work towards a qualification.
The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a high degree of motivation and have the ability to work on their own as well as part of a team. An ability to cover on-call is an advantage (additional payments are made for this role).
Please join us for an online session to find out more about FWA women’s services. This will be at 6.30pm on Tuesday 13th October 2026. Please confirm your attendance to info@fifewomensaid.org.uk and we will send you details of the zoom meeting. We hope to see you there.
If you would like further information about the post, please contact Gill Birtley, Team Manager, at gill.birtley@fifewomensaid.org.uk to arrange a call.
Fife Women’s Aid is a feminist organisation and strives to be a supportive and empowering employer offering competitive terms and conditions.
Membership of Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme is a requirement for this post.
Are you passionate about improving the lives of children and young people? Do you have the drive and passion to make a difference?
Fife Women’s Aid are looking for dynamic and enthusiastic Children and Young People’s counsellors to join our Counselling service. The counsellor will provide direct counselling to children and young people who have experience of domestic abuse. This will mainly be delivered face-to-face, with occasional remote working to suit the needs of individual children and young people as required.
Experience / Qualifications
You will have 2 years’ experience in a counselling setting of working with children and young people who have experienced trauma. You will hold a Diploma in Counselling or above and be registered with COSCA, BACP, BAAT or equivalent. You will have excellent communication skills and enhanced knowledge of therapeutic interventions. You will be highly organised team player with skills and ability to work effectively with a range of multi-agency partners.
Please join us for an online session to find out more about FWA counselling services. This will be at 6.30pm on Monday 5th October. Please confirm your attendance to info@fifewomensaid.org.uk and we will send you details of the zoom meeting. We hope to see you there.
If you would like further information about
Fife Gingerbread has an exciting opportunity for you to join our Making it Work Lone Parent team.
If you enjoy working with people and making a genuine difference, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for a motivated, adaptable and forward-thinking individual with a positive, “can do” approach. If you thrive as part of a team, use your own initiative, and enjoy finding creative solutions, you could be exactly who we’re looking for.
This role takes a whole-family approach, supporting parents to build confidence, overcome barriers, and move towards flexible, sustainable and rewarding employment.
Job Description -Support Worker - Making it Work for Lone Parents
To find the right person for our team and to avoid unnecessary disappointment, we ask that you download and study the above job description carefully before applying.
Fife Women’s Aid are looking for a Refuge Properties Worker to join our team looking after refuge accommodation across Fife and ensuring it is presented to a high standard. Candidates should be willing to work as part of a team and be flexible in their approach.
Please join us for an online session to find out more about role of FWA Refuge Properties Worker.. This will be at 6.30pm on Tuesday 6th October 2026. Please confirm your attendance to info@fifewomensaid.org.uk and we will send you details of the zoom meeting. We hope to see you there.
Fife Women’s Aid is a feminist organisation and strives to be a supportive and empowering employer offering competitive terms and conditions.
Membership of Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme is a requirement for this post.
If you would like further information about the post, please contact Sheila Chappell, Business Manager on 07714 609389.
Are you passionate about supporting recovery from domestic abuse? Fife Women’s Aid are looking for a full-time Team Manager to join our supportive management team.
The successful applicant will have at least SVQ Level IV or equivalent level of qualification in management or other relevant subject, or equivalent experience and willingness to work towards a qualification.
You will be able to demonstrate a high degree of motivation, the ability to support and lead staff, a knowledge base of trauma-informed practice and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
An ability to cover on-call is an advantage (additional payments are made for this role).
Please join us for an online session to find out more about Fife Women’s Aid services and the Team Manager role. This will be at 6.30pm on Tuesday 29th September 2026. Please confirm your attendance to info@fifewomensaid.org.uk and we will send you details of the zoom meeting. We hope to see you there.
Fife Women’s Aid is a feminist organisation and strives to be a supportive and empowering employer offering competitive terms and conditions.
Membership of Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme is a requirement for this post.
If you would like further information about the post, please contact Kate McCormack, CEO at kate.mccormack@fifewomensaid.org.uk.
Please note in regards to location this role is based Kirkcaldy and travel will be required across Fife (Travel Expenses Paid)
The Kirkcaldy Salvation Army Community Church, in partnership with the Glenrothes and Cowdenbeath Salvation Army centres, is an active expression of the church’s mission. Together, they provide welcoming spaces for food, conversation and connection with the local community.
Key Responsibilities:AsCook, you will lead the preparation and provision of food for lunch clubs, coffee mornings, warm spaces and other activities, working alongside committed teams of officers, employees and volunteers.
Working closely with Corps Officers and named responsible persons, you will create menus that respond to customer needs, while making thoughtful use of purchased and donated provisions to help reduce costs and minimise waste.
Successful candidate will have:
In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile and any other attachments.
In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.
Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, a satisfactory basic PVG check and evidence of your Right to Work in the UK in line with Home Office requirements.
As we are not a licensed sponsor, applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Details on how to prove your Right to Work can be foundhere.
The Salvation Army actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential, and we welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those withcriminal records.
Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.
Benefits:
25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time) a contributory pension scheme; an employee assistance programme
Please note this is a permanent position
Working hours:25hours per week, working across 4 days occasional weekends with agreement
Prospects Across Scotland prospectsacrossscotland.org.uk is a small Christian charity (SC048143) established in 2018, with a big heart for supporting full inclusion of adults with learning disabilities and autism in all aspects of church life. We are looking for someone to help build our fundraising so we can continue to spread this important work throughout Scotland.
You will have a track record of success in applying for general and restricted grant funds, and will be able to supply referees. It would be important to have an understanding of our ethos and the focus of the charity specifically on inclusion in church life and for spiritual needs as this impacts the type of trusts you could apply to for funding. You will find our website useful to get an understanding of what we do.
The job involves working from home and reporting regularly to trustees, and may suit someone retired or working part time. Familiarity with Charity Suite and Xero would be helpful.
We currently have one part-time employee.
Please contact Linda Sharp (Chair) lindasharp01@aol.com for more details.