Join Our Team at CASWA
Positions Available:
- Domestic Abuse Specialist – Women’s Service
- Domestic Abuse Specialist – Children and Young People’s Service
Salary: £25,218 (based on 35 hours)
Hours: 21–28 per week
Location: Dornoch with frequent travel across Caithness & Sutherland (applicants wishing to be based in Thurso will also be considered)
About Us
Caithness & Sutherland Women’s Aid (CASWA) is seeking two dedicated and compassionate professionals to join our team. These roles offer a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of women, children, and young people affected by domestic abuse. At CASWA, we value individuals who use their skills, initiative, and creativity to make a meaningful impact on the people we support, helping them to feel safe, empowered, and heard.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver one-to-one and group support that is person-centred and led by the needs of women, children and young people.
- Collaborate with families, colleagues, and partner agencies to achieve the best outcomes.
- Contribute to awareness-raising initiatives that strengthen understanding of domestic abuse and its impact.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong communication skills, self-motivation, and adaptability.
- Experience supporting individuals in a similar environment.
- SVQ qualification in Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards this).
- An understanding of domestic abuse and its effects on women, children, and young people.
- A proactive, team-focused approach to service development.
Additional Requirements
- Full driving licence and access to transport.
- PVG Enhanced Disclosure check.
- Ability to provide support across Caithness and Sutherland.
Why Join CASWA?
At CASWA, you’ll be part of a supportive, values-driven organisation committed to empowering women, children, and young people. We offer:
- Generous holiday entitlement, company pension scheme, flexible working arrangements and employee assist programme.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- The chance to contribute to meaningful change in our communities.
Important Information
- This post is funded and subject to ongoing evaluation.
- Open to women only under the Equality Act 2010 (Work Occupational Requirement Exception, Schedule 9, Paragraph 1).
How to Apply
For an application pack, email info@caswa.org.uk or call 0345 408 0151.
Please note: This vacancy does not currently have a fixed closing date. In line with our safer recruitment policy, a formal closing date will be set once we have received a suitable number of applications. Early submission is strongly encouraged.
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