Job Purpose

SBRCC recognises that currently survivors accessing our services are not representative of the diverse society in which we live, for the reason we are committed to increasing our engagement and participation within diverse intersectional communities. This post will specifically focus and bring expertise and knowledge to further our intersectional approach. The role aims to increase our reach and engage survivors specifically within rural and remote communities, LGBT+, BME, children & young people, disability, older women and survivors with learning difficulties.

Key Responsibilities

• Work to build relationships and connections to raise awareness and promotion of SBRCC’s services, with people within diverse intersectional communities.
• Work with organisations, services and groups to develop relationships and connections to develop tools, resources and pathways to encourage engagement.
• Increase support capacity focusing on inclusion, access and innovation to increase the reach of our service within diverse intersectional communities.
• To recognise, respect and address the needs of survivors who face particular barriers when seeking to access our SBRCC’s services.
• To provide emotional and practical centre and outreach support in various venues across the Scottish Borders. The Sunrise service provides support to self-identifying female survivors 18+ who have experienced sexual violence at any time in their lives.
• Manage a small caseload and provide direct and in-direct support, information and advocacy specifically supporting survivors from diverse communities and to those who have complex needs.
• Providing individual needs-led information, support and advocacy (including sign-posting and referral to other services/agencies) for survivors who disclose their past or current experiences of sexual violence.
• Promote and involve survivors in the planning, delivery and evaluation of service provision.

Scottish Borders Rape Crisis Centre (SBRCC) provides a safe, non-threatening environment where survivors can talk freely and in confidence. We support all self-identifying females aged 18+ and all young people of any gender/gender identity aged between 12 and 18, who have experienced rape or any form of sexual violence, either recently or in the past. We work in partnership with others towards the elimination of violence against women.

We are an all-women organisation, believing that this allows us to offer the most appropriate and secure support to women and young people affected by rape and other forms of sexual violence. While we acknowledge that men experience rape and sexual violence, we also know that most incidents are committed against women by men, and it is to women that our efforts are primarily directed. Rape and sexual violence are crimes of violence against women and girls which reflect inequality in our society: redressing this inequality defines our work with women and girls who have experienced rape and other forms sexual violence.

We aim:

• To enable survivors to take their own steps towards reclaiming control of their lives.
• To support them through information, listening, and acceptance as they make choices for themselves; and
• To embody the principles of equality and empowerment in all we do.

SBRCC recognises that currently survivors accessing our services are not representative of the diverse society in which we live, for the reason we are committed to increasing our engagement and participation within diverse intersectional communities. This post will specifically focus and bring expertise and knowledge to further our intersectional approach. The role aims to increase our reach and engage survivors specifically within rural and remote communities, LGBT+, BME, children & young people, disability, older women and survivors with learning difficulties.

Do you have the skills and energy to develop and deliver multi-agency training alongside community awareness raising sessions in the prevention of, and responses to, sexual violence? Are you enthusiastic about recruiting and supporting volunteers? Are you a team player looking for a new challenge? If you are looking to work within an organisation which dedicates itself to the prevention of sexual violence and improving responses to survivors then we want to hear from you.

The Rape & Sexual Abuse Centre Perth & Kinross are looking for a self-motivated, creative and dedicated Community Engagement & Development Worker to join the team. The post holder will be committed to strengthening our capacity through the effective coordination of our volunteer training programme and will recognise the added value that volunteers bring to our sector. A gendered analysis of Violence Against Women is required, and experience of developing and delivering high quality training and successful community engagement with local communities is essential. This post requires someone who has strong organisational and interpersonal skills, is able to develop and sustain positive partnerships and is confident in event planning.

RASAC P&K welcome applications from black and minority ethnic women, LGBT women and women with disabilities. Only women need apply under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

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.

This 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.

This is a temporary position as a result of maternity leave and is for a period of 9 months with the possibility of an extension. This contract will be for 30 hours per week, although we will consider fewer hours for the right candidate.

Whilst the main office base is in Bishopbriggs, the post holder may be required to travel throughout East Dunbartonshire therefore a degree of flexibility is essential.

Candidates should have an understanding of, and commitment to, the feminist analysis of domestic abuse (or a willingness to learn), 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 (alternatively, an equivalent in child care qualifications will be considered).

Posts are subject to a successful PVG scheme check, suitable references and completion of a satisfactory 6-month induction period.