Children and Young People’s Support Worker
- Full time or Part time
- £25,200 – £27,405
- On site: Based in Dunoon, Cowal and Bute
- Closing 13th October 2025
- Advertised from 17th September 2025
Role
Organisation profile:
ABWA provides information, emotional/practical support, refuge accommodation and accommodation advice to all women, their children and young people who are experiencing domestic abuse from their current or ex- partner.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
Support for Children and Young People
- Provide emotional and practical support to children and young people living across Argyll and Bute affected by domestic abuse.
- To assist with the admission of children and young people to ABWA refuge, provide support for the duration of their stay and resettlement into their own home.
- Conduct individual and group sessions for children and young people to address their emotional well-being, resilience, and safety.
- Assist children and young people in understanding and expressing their feelings in a safe and supportive environment.
Advocacy and Safeguarding
- Partnership working with external agencies, including schools, education, social work, and healthcare professionals, to ensure the best outcomes for children and young people.
- Advocating on children and young people’s behalf with relevant agencies and professionals when appropriate.
- Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns in line with ABWA’s organisational policies and statutory requirements.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of all interactions, ensuring compliance with GDPR, child protection and safeguarding protocols.
Programme Delivery
- Develop, deliver and promote age-appropriate support, activities, workshops, to support children and young people affected by domestic abuse.
- Adapt programmes to meet the diverse needs of children and young people from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Record all contacts and incidents daily, maintain accurate case notes and records and compile statistics as requested.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions, ensuring continuous improvement.
Family and Community Engagement
- Support parents and carers in understanding the impact of domestic abuse on children and young people.
- Liaise with ABWA CYP Workers and colleagues to provide an effective and consistent service to children and young people across Argyll and Bute.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure a holistic approach to family support.
- Promote awareness of domestic abuse and its effects on children and young people within the wider community.
General Duties
- Actively attend and participate in regular support and supervision and the appraisal process.
- To undertake mandatory training and Continual Professional Developmental opportunities as agreed by your line manager.
- To participate in the national work of the Scottish Women’s Aid network.
- Adhere to ABWA’s all staff policies and procedures, including but not limited to Code of Conduct, Health and Safety and Equality and Diversity
- Actively attend and participate in team meetings.
- Maintain and regularly update information resources within ABWA’s Shared Drive to ensure accuracy and relevance.
- Contribute to the overall work of the organisation and undertake other duties as required within the organisation or as delegated by the Service Management Team.
Application notes
Application packs can be accessed via Argyll and Bute Womens Aid or email recruitment@abwa.org.uk
Closing date: 13th October
Downloads
Organisation profile:
Argyll and Bute Women’s Aid (ABWA) provides information, emotional/practical support, and refuge accommodation and accommodation advice to all women, their children and young people who are experiencing or fleeing domestic abuse from their current or ex- partner.
Purpose of the Post
ABWA is seeking to recruit an experienced Administration Worker. Reporting to the Service Manager, your role will involve providing dedicated admin support to ABWA as an organisation and to the management team. The post holder will be working with other ABWA staff to provide the best possible service to its service users and to maintain and run an effective office system.
You will also be an active member of ABWA’s team.
Women’s Support Worker (Housing First)
- Part time
- £26,563 – £29,652 pro-rata
- On site: Fife
- Closing 8th December 2025
Fife Women’s Aid are delighted to have developed Housing First for women experiencing domestic abuse and are looking to recruit a full-time support worker for this service.
The role will involve providing ongoing flexible support to women in their own accommodation, with a focus on harm reduction and tenancy sustainment within the community. The service will work in accordance with the Housing First principles and will enhance our existing service provision for women who have experienced domestic abuse.
Applicants should have good communication skills and a passion for supporting recovery from domestic abuse.
The successful applicant 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.
Please join us for an online session to find out more about FWA women’s services. This will be at 6.30pm on Thursday 27th November 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 Claire Rigby at claire.rigby@fifewomensaid.org.uk to arrange a time for a call.
CYP Support Worker (Maternity Leave Cover)
- Part time
- £30,740 pro-rata
- On site: Edinburgh
- Closing 15th December 2025
We’re looking for a compassionate and dedicated Children and Young People’s Support Worker to join our team at Edinburgh Women’s Aid. In this role, you will provide essential support to children and young people who are experiencing, or have experienced, domestic abuse.
·28 hours per week
·£30,740 (pro-rata £24,592)
·Temporary – for a minimum of 9 months, with the possibility of extension depending on duration of maternity leave.
A satisfactory Disclosure Scotland Adult and Child PVG scheme membership check is required for this position.
Team Leader
- Full time
- £39,800
- On site: Based in Kilmarnock, providing services throughout East Ayrshire
- Closing 5th January 2026
East Ayrshire Women’s Aid support women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse. We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Team Leader to join our management team. You will lead and support a team of practitioners to deliver high quality, trauma informed services that are safe, effective and responsive to the needs of the women and children we work with.
You will be an experienced supervisor or line manager with a strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment and trauma informed practice. You will have excellent communication and problem-solving skills and the ability to motivate others.
We offer flexible working hours (where appropriate), a 7% employers pension contribution and generous annual leave entitlement and learning and development opportunities.
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