Sexual Violence Trauma Support Worker
- Part time
- £32,796 pro-rata
- On site: Dundee
- Closing 24th November 2026
- Advertised from 2nd November 2026
- Actual salary of £21,762 per annum, rising to £23,426 following successful completion of probation and one year of employment. 25 hours per week. Funded until 31 March 2028
Role
We’re hiring a Sexual Violence Trauma Support Worker
The Women’s Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre (WRASAC) Dundee and Angus has been supporting survivors of rape, sexual abuse and exploitation since 1984. We provide a range of specialist services to survivors across Dundee and Angus and are committed to ensuring that women who have experienced sexual violence receive the support they need, when they need it.
To support the continued development of our Trauma Support Service Team (formerly known as the Women’s Support Service), we are looking to recruit a Sexual Violence Trauma Support Worker (25 hours per week).
The successful candidate will provide holistic, trauma-informed support to survivors of rape, sexual abuse and exploitation. The role includes providing one-to-one support, advocacy, group work, introductory meetings and support through our helpline and other communication channels. The postholder will work collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure survivors receive the support they need and will contribute to awareness raising, service development, monitoring and evaluation activities.
The ideal candidate will have experience of providing trauma-informed support using counselling-type skills, a sound understanding of the impact of rape and sexual abuse on survivors, and a commitment to a feminist analysis of gender-based violence. They will be an excellent communicator with strong organisational skills and the ability to work effectively with survivors, colleagues and partner agencies.
Application notes
Please note that we do not accept CVs. Your completed application should be submitted by email to recruitment@wrasac.org.uk.
Closing Date: 24 November 2026 at 11am
Interviews: 1 December 2026
This post is open to women only under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, as being a woman is a genuine occupational requirement due to the nature of the trauma support provided to women affected by sexual violence and abuse.
The successful applicant will be required to join the PVG Scheme and undergo the appropriate vetting checks.
We look forward to receiving your application. Enquiries about this position are welcome via recruitment@wrasac.org.uk or by calling 01382 201291.
Please note that all applications and recruitment documents will be held confidentially and destroyed after six months, apart from documentation relating to the successful applicant.
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Children & Young People’s Domestic Abuse Practitioner (EmpowerHer)
- Full time
- £32,969
- On site: Dundee
- Closing 4th November 2026
Make a Difference in the Lives of Young People Dundee Women’s Aid are excited to announce a new project funded by the National Lottery Community Fund, to provide vital support to children and young people aged 13-22 affected by domestic abuse, with a focus on those aged 16 and above.
We are looking for a compassionate, skilled, and proactive Children & Young People Domestic Abuse Practitioner to join our team and help bring this transformative project to life. In recent years, the demand for support among young people experiencing domestic abuse in their own relationships has grown significantly. As a CYP Practitioner, you will play a critical role in providing specialist support, advocacy, and life skills development to empower these young people to rebuild their lives and thrive.
What You’ll Do
• Deliver crisis intervention and support young people aged 16+ with access to safe accommodation where needed.
• Provide emotional and practical support, including one-to-one sessions, group work, and creative therapeutic activities.
• Advocate for young people navigating the legal system, helping them access protective measures and justice.
• Facilitate life skills and empowerment workshops to prepare young people for independent living and personal growth.
• Raise awareness of domestic abuse through preventative education in schools, youth groups, and community settings.
What We’re Looking For
• Experience working with children and young people, particularly those with complex needs.
• A strong understanding of domestic abuse and its unique impact on young people aged 13-22.
• Excellent communication, advocacy, and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to promoting equality, empowerment, and anti-discriminatory practice.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends.
What We Offer
• The opportunity to be part of a groundbreaking 3-year project funded by the National Lottery Community Fund, with the chance to create real and lasting change in young people’s lives.
• A supportive and professional environment with opportunities for personal development and training.
• The chance to work with a passionate team dedicated to empowering vulnerable young people.
• Join us in creating a brighter, safer future for young people in Dundee
Children and Young People’s Counsellor
- Full time
- £31,168 – £32,254
- On site: Fife
- Closing 27th November 2026
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 16th November. 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.
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Women’s Support Worker (Housing First) x2
- Part time
- £28,360 – £31,655 pro-rata
- On site: Fife
- Closing 2nd November 2026
Fife Women’s Aid are delighted to be expanding our Housing First service 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.
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 27th 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.
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