Western Isles Rape Crisis Centre is looking to recruit an experienced support worker to join our team. The overall aim of the post is to provide one-to-one support to survivors of sexual violence.

For this role we are open to discussing the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours.

A clean driving licence and use of own car is essential to this post.

Relevant PVG and disclosure checks will apply.

This post is fully funded by the Scottish Government until 31st March 2026.

We require female applicants only and are exempt under schedule 9, part 1 of the equality act 2010.

If you would like an informal chat about the post please contact angela.maclennan@wircc.org.uk

We’re hiring a dedicated Women’s Hub Support and Trauma Worker

WRASAC supported by partners across the Dundee were responsible for the setting up, development and facilitation of Dundee Women’s Hub (DWH).

The main aim of the DWH is to increase capacity and co-ordination of services to respond to the needs of the women experiencing substance use and multiple disadvantage. The hub has been working to improve access to substance use and related services for women in Dundee with the overall goal of improving physical and emotional well being for women who experience substance use and multiple disadvantages.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in providing support to women using trauma informed support skills to women who are impacted by substance use and/or other multiple disadvantage..

We offer a competitive salary, excellent terms and conditions and the opportunity to gain invaluable skills and experience

We are looking for someone who is passionate, motivated, kind and calm who can work productively as part of a forward-thinking, problem-solving team.

Key responsibilities will include working directly with women who have experienced domestic abuse in one-to-one and group settings, providing person-centred and led support.

Applicants should possess excellent communication skills, be self-motivated and flexible and have proven experience of supporting women in a similar environment.

The ideal candidate would have:

• The post requires applicants to hold an SQA qualification in domestic abuse advocacy, (IDAA), or be willing to work towards this qualification.
• Experience of working with MARAC.
• Applicants should have an understanding of domestic abuse and violence against women.
• Applicants should demonstrate a willingness to participate in training and informing external groups and services on the various aspects of domestic abuse and VAWG.
• Have a full UK licence and the use of a car.
• Be willing to go through training to become a Freedom Programme facilitator.
• PVG membership.
• Up to date knowledge of legislation surrounding domestic abuse.

Post open to women only in accordance with Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 Work Occupational Requirement Exception.

The successful candidate will work within a progressive, focused team and will participate in increasing and expanding the outreach of our services into the community.

Full induction training will be provided.

Are you passionate about supporting recovery from domestic abuse? Do you have experience in coordinating and delivering training opportunities? Fife Women’s Aid are looking for a part-time Team Manager to join our supportive management team.

The successful applicant will have at least SCQF Level 8 or equivalent level of qualification in a relevant subject, or equivalent experience and willingness to work towards a qualification.

You will be able to demonstrate experience of learning and development and a knowledge base of trauma-informed practice as well as an ability to work effectively as part of a team.

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 April 2025. 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.