Policy Worker
- Part time
- £33,060 pro-rata
- Hybrid: Glasgow with occasional travel across Scotland as agreed
- Closing 3rd August 2026
- Advertised from 25th June 2026
- 24 hours per week. Initial contract until 31 March 2028.
- Pension: 8% employers pension contribution Leave: 43 days, including public holidays (pro rata)
Role
Rape Crisis Scotland (RCS) is Scotland’s leading organisation working to support survivors of sexual violence, transform attitudes, improve the justice response to sexual crime and, ultimately, to end sexual violence in all its forms.
The organisation is seeking a part-time Policy Worker to support the development of Rape Crisis Scotland’s policy and influencing work to improve justice, health and community outcomes for survivors of rape and sexual violence across Scotland.
The role will support Rape Crisis Scotland’s campaigning priorities and respond to changes in laws, policies, and practices which affect survivors.
The Policy Worker will work directly with survivors and specialist sexual violence services across the country to ensure that lived experience and expertise is at the heart of policy development and improved responses.
The role will also support Rape Crisis Scotland in its work with the Scottish Women’s Rights Centre, which supports survivors of gender-based violence in the civil justice process.
For further information about the role, please see the Application Pack.
At RCS, we offer:
- A warm, welcoming and feminist organisational culture
- Access to internal and external training and development opportunities
- A generous employment package, including 43 days of leave (pro-rata)
- Flexible/hybrid working
- A commitment to employee wellbeing
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and especially welcome applications from women of colour and those under-represented in the workforce.
Application notes
Please see the application pack for further information about the role.
The deadline for applications is: Monday, 3 August, 2026 at 9am.
Anticipated date for interviews: Tuesday, 18 August, 2026.
A PVG check will be undertaken as part of the selection process.
Only women need apply under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
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Hemat Gryffe Women’s Aid supports women, children and young people experiencing domestic abuse, forced marriage and honour-based abuse primarily from the Asian, Black and Minority Ethnic community. We provide refuge accommodation, follow on and outreach services for women and children.
We have a vacant post for a women’s worker to support women experiencing domestic abuse or who have experienced domestic abuse. It is essential that you have knowledge and understanding of the impact of domestic abuse upon women.
A suitable qualification that meets the needs of the Scottish Social Servies Council (SSSC) housing support registration is required otherwise training will be provided to allow you to achieve this qualification.
The nature of our work requires a commitment to a feminist analysis of domestic abuse and values of Hemat Gryffe Women’s Aid.
Women’s Hub Support and Trauma Worker
- Part time
- £30,467 – £32,796 pro-rata
- On site: Dundee (Dundee Women's Hub and Outreach across Dundee)
- Closing 2nd July 2026
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 wellbeing for women who experience substance use and multiple disadvantages.
Glasgow Women’s Aid provides information, support and temporary accommodation for women, children and young people experiencing domestic abuse. We have refuge accommodation, follow on services and outreach services both for women and children across Glasgow.
The purpose of this role is to provide therapeutic support to women experiencing domestic abuse, during their stay in refuge and as they move out into the community. This will involve providing innovative and creative 1-1 and group work support. You will provide person centred support to women as they move through their journey and will advocate to make sure that women’s voices are heard and their needs are met.
It is essential that you have experience of providing support to women who have experienced gender-based violence. A suitable qualification that meets with SSSC Housing Support registration is also required (examples would be HNC Social Services or SVQ Level 3 Social Services and Healthcare). The nature of our work requires a commitment to the feminist analysis of domestic abuse and to the values of Glasgow Women’s Aid. Due to the nature of the role it is essential that you have a driving license and access to a car.
Women, Children & Young People’s Support Worker
- Full time
- £29,387
- On site: Renfrewshire
- Closing 29th June 2026
Renfrewshire Women’s Aid, founded in 1987, is a feminist organisation which chooses to operate a Collective Management Structure and had done so since its inception. working for women, children and young people who are or have experienced domestic abuse.
Purpose Of The Post
As a collective member of Renfrewshire Women’s Aid SCIO (RWA), you will provide a holistic and flexible service through one to one and group work support to a high standard to women, children and young people with experience of domestic abuse, and required to participate in all aspects of the children’s service. In addition, you will undertake and provide managerial duties as required by Renfrewshire Women’s Aid collective.
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