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.

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.

A full Job Description is available for download below.

1 x 35 hours per week, initially a fixed term contract for 12 months.

1 x 28 hours per week, initially a fixed term contract for 12 months.

Core hours of the post(s) are Monday – Friday, 9am -4pm.

Evenings and weekends as required.

About Renfrewshire Women's Aid SCIO

Renfrewshire Women's Aid SCIO is a feminist organisation working for women, children and young people who are or have experienced domestic abuse. We provide information, support, and safe, confidential accommodation to women, children and young people experiencing domestic abuse. The nature of our work requires a commitment to the values and ethos of Women's Aid.

The successful applicant will provide emotional and practical support to Women, Children & Young People who have experienced domestic abuse. Knowledge of Adult & Child Protection and Domestic Abuse is essential. Awareness of the National Strategy to Address Domestic Abuse and the work of Renfrewshire Women’s Aid locally and nationally.

Applicants will be educated to at least SVQ level 3 or equivalent in social care/community justice or recognised housing support practitioners qualification and have at least 2 years’ experience of providing services to vulnerable people.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation and have the ability to work as part of a team. They will also have a passion for improving the lives of women and children who have experienced abuse. A full clean UK driving licence and access to own transport is required.

Subject to PVG check.

Are you Motivated, Driven and have a Passion for improving the lives of women and children who have experienced domestic abuse?

We have an exciting opportunity to join Renfrewshire Women’s Aid SCIO as a Refuge Support Worker.

Renfrewshire Women's Aid SCIO is a feminist organisation working for women, children and young people who are or have experienced domestic abuse. We provide information, support, and safe, confidential accommodation to women, children and young people experiencing domestic abuse. The nature of our work requires a commitment to the values and ethos of Women's Aid.

The successful applicant will provide a welcoming and flexible service to women and their children accessing services provided by Renfrewshire Women’s Aid. You will be able to demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation and have the ability to work as part of a team. You will also have a passion for improving the lives of women and children who have experienced abuse.

A full clean UK driving licence and access to own transport is required

Subject to PVG check.

Renfrewshire Women's Aid SCIO is a feminist organisation working for women, children and young people who are or have experienced domestic abuse. We provide information, support, and safe, confidential accommodation to women, children and young people experiencing domestic abuse. The nature of our work requires a commitment to the values and ethos of Women's Aid.

As a member of Renfrewshire Women’s Aid collective, you will provide a welcoming and flexible service to women and their children accessing our accommodation who have been subjected to domestic abuse. The successful applicant will co-ordinate repairs, replacements, safety checks, and all roles associated with the preparation and maintenance of the accommodation.

Subject to PVG check.

About Renfrewshire Women's Aid SCIO

Renfrewshire Women's Aid SCIO is a feminist organisation working for women, children and young people who are or have experienced domestic abuse. We provide information, support, and safe, confidential accommodation to women, children and young people experiencing domestic abuse. The nature of our work requires a commitment to the values and ethos of Women's Aid.

The successful applicant will provide emotional and practical support to Women, Children & Young People who have experienced domestic abuse. Knowledge of Adult & Child Protection and Domestic Abuse is essential. Awareness of the National Strategy to Address Domestic Abuse and the work of Renfrewshire Women’s Aid locally and nationally.

Applicants will be educated to at least SVQ level 3 or equivalent in social care/community justice or recognised housing support practitioners qualification and have at least 2 years’ experience of providing services to vulnerable people.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation and have the ability to work as part of a team. They will also have a passion for improving the lives of women and children who have experienced abuse. A full clean UK driving licence and access to own transport is required.

Subject to PVG check.