Our Mission… Working Together to end Sexual Violence

RASAC P&K is an established 3rd sector feminist, survivor centred organisation, we work towards our mission by providing a range of Support, Prevention and Advocacy services for survivors of sexual violence living across Perth and Kinross.

The Role

Are you a compassionate, motivated, and experienced leader ready to lead a dedicated team delivering vital support and advocacy services for survivors of sexual violence at RASAC P&K?

What we’re looking for…

As part of the management team, you will lead a team of therapeutic support and advocacy workers, ensuring the delivery of consistent, high-quality, safe, survivor-centred services grounded in a feminist approach. Working alongside another Support Services Team Leader, you will take responsibility for team performance, setting clear expectations and supporting staff to achieve their outcomes, while actively encouraging resilience, independence and promoting wellbeing within a demanding area of work. You will oversee service productivity to meet funding requirements, while maintaining a strong focus on safeguarding and trauma informed practice. The role also involves identifying gaps and making continuous service improvements, whilst promoting and supporting the development of responsive, effective services that meet the varying and evolving needs of survivors.

You should have a consistent and reliable work ethic, and be comfortable working within a culture that values respect, integrity, and innovation. The role also requires a willingness to reflect, appropriately challenge both yourself and others, and actively share knowledge and learning with colleagues.

This is a challenging but highly rewarding role, offering opportunities to grow your leadership skills and deepen your understanding of the needs of young people, families, and adult survivors of sexual violence.

What we offer…

Full induction, including training across a broad range of relevant areas, such as Boundaries and Confidentiality, Support Skills, Childhood Sexual Abuse, Suicide and Self-harm, Feminism and Gender Based Violence and Commercial Sexual Exploitation.

Access to specific management training in areas required/identified

Paid monthly external supervision, as well as monthly supervision with line manager.

Competitive salary £36756 (Pro Rata)

Employers pension contributions.

Generous annual leave of 42 days per year pro-rata (inclusive of public holidays).

Off-street Parking (on rota basis).

The chance to be part of supportive team, in a mission and values led organisation, we’re proud of the difference we make together, and we want someone who shares our values…

• We believe that all women, young people and children, regardless of ethnic background, culture or sexuality, should have access to non-judgemental, confidential support at any given time

• We believe that no woman, young person or child regardless of behaviour or lifestyle is to blame for any form of rape, sexual abuse or sexual assault

• We believe that it is everyone’s responsibility to adopt zero tolerance to any form of rape, sexual abuse, and sexual assault of any woman, young person or child

Only females need apply under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

RASAC is committed to the safety and welfare of all survivors and staff and employs a rigorous recruitment process and PVG checks.

Due to internal opportunities and movement within the team, we have a 28 hour post available.

Fixed term until March 2027, future funding will be actively sought. Due to growth in our services, this post has been successfully funded since 2021.

Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of young people who have experienced sexual violence?

About RASAC P&K

Our Mission… Working Together to end Sexual Violence

RASAC P&K is an established 3rd sector feminist, survivor centred organisation, we work towards our mission by providing a range of Support, Prevention and Advocacy services for survivors of sexual violence living across Perth and Kinross.

Who we’re looking for…

Are you passionate about helping young people identify their goals and make positive changes in their lives? Do you have experience supporting others?

We are seeking a motivated and committed Young People and Families Therapeutic Support Worker to join our friendly, dedicated team, this role is primarily working with young people aged 12-24, however there will be some work with adult survivors and family members too.

At RASAC, we take a whole-person approach. This means the role is varied and may involve supporting young survivors who experience challenges with trust, self-esteem, self-care, relationships, or education. Some may also use self-harm or substances as coping strategies. Because of this, we’re looking for someone who is kind, empathetic, and non-judgmental, while also confident in maintaining safe boundaries and adapting their approach to meet the individual needs of each young person.

You should have a consistent and reliable work ethic, and be comfortable working within a culture that values respect, integrity, and innovation. The role also requires a willingness to reflect, appropriately challenge both yourself and others, and actively share knowledge and learning with colleagues.

This is a challenging but highly rewarding role, offering opportunities to grow your skills and deepen your understanding of the needs of young people, families, and adult survivors of sexual violence.

Most work will take place in our busy centre close to the town centre, however support is provided in schools, GP surgeries and other public locations across Perth and Kinross, therefore a full driving licence and access to a vehicle is a requirement of this post.

What we offer…

Full induction, including training across a broad range of relevant areas, such as Boundaries and Confidentiality, Support Skills, Childhood Sexual Abuse, Suicide and Self-harm, Feminism and Gender Based Violence and Commercial Sexual Exploitation.

Paid monthly external supervision, as well as monthly supervision with line manager.

Competitive salary £32472 pro-rata.

Employers pension contributions.

Generous annual leave of 42 days per year pro-rata (inclusive of public holidays).

Off-street Parking (on rota basis).

The chance to be part of a mission and values led organisation, we’re proud of the difference we make together, and we want someone who shares our values…

• We believe that all women, young people and children, regardless of ethnic background, culture or sexuality, should have access to non-judgemental, confidential support at any given time

• We believe that no woman, young person or child regardless of behaviour or lifestyle is to blame for any form of rape, sexual abuse or sexual assault

• We believe that it is everyone’s responsibility to adopt zero tolerance to any form of rape, sexual abuse, and sexual assault of any woman, young person or child

Please note we are currently trialling a 4-day week for full time workers, should this not be continued the 35 hours would revert to being worked across 5 days Mon-Fri, with occasional out of hours work.

Only females need apply under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Successful applicants subject to PVG.

RASAC is committed to the safety and welfare of all survivors and staff and employs a rigorous recruitment process and PVG checks.

Due to internal opportunities and movement within the team, we have a 30-hour post and 35-hour post available.

Both posts are fixed term until March 2027 and future funding will be actively sought. We have been successful in seeking on-going funding for these posts since the Young People and Families project launched in 2016.

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It is essential you have the right to work in the UK before applying to work with us. You will be asked to provide proof of your eligibility to work and remain in the UK if you are invited to attend for an interview.