Children & Young People’s Refuge & Follow-On Worker
- Part time
- £27,572 pro-rata
- Kirkintilloch
- Closing 16th September 2022
- Advertised from 26th August 2022
- £23,633.27 - 30 hours per week. Additional 7.5% On-Call Allowance (optional). Reimbursement of mileage & necessary expenses
- Pension Contribution of 8%. 27 days’ annual leave per annum (pro rata). 12 public holidays per annum (pro rata). Training and development opportunities
Role
East Dunbartonshire Women’s Aid’s Children and Young People team provide vital support to children dealing with the trauma of domestic abuse and leaving their home. They ensure that children and young people are given a service which is driven by them and meets their needs.
The post provides support to children and young people living in our refuge accommodation and when they move from refuge into more permanent accommodation. You will work closely with partner organisations, promoting the service and raising awareness.
The main office base is in Kirkintilloch but the post holder may be required to travel throughout East Dunbartonshire therefore a degree of flexibility is essential.
Candidates must have an understanding of, and commitment to, the feminist analysis of domestic abuse, experience of interagency working and be willing to work as part of a collective where all staff share management responsibilities.
At least two years’ experience in supporting vulnerable children and young people exposed to trauma is required. Applicants must hold a recognised relevant qualification at a minimum of SVQ Level 3 (or equivalent).
Posts are subject to a successful PVG scheme check, suitable references and completion of a satisfactory 6-month induction period.
Application notes
The closing date for completed applications is Friday 16th September @ 3pm. Please email applications to edwomensaid@aol.com. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
If you need any help completing the form, please contact us.
We hope to hold interviews during either w/c 26th September or 3rd October 2022.
Women only need apply. The post is covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (Part 1) of the Equality Act 2010.
Please note - CV’s will not be accepted and we will be unable to consider incomplete applications.
We are a registered charity providing information, support and refuge to women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse. Scottish Charity Number SC047155
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