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EWA Vacancies

We are currently recruiting for an:

Administrator

  • 21 Hours Per Week (Monday, Tuesday and Friday)
  • £28,145 (pro-rata £16,887)
  • Permanent contract (subject to funding)

 Closing date: 9am Tuesday 19 May 2026

 Job Purpose: To work within Edinburgh Women’s Aid (EWA) administration team, ensuring efficient and effective administrative support to the organisation. The role involves tight timescales and deadlines, and requires the ability to thrive in this environment and to prioritise and manage workload to ensure that these are met.

A satisfactory Disclosure Scotland Level 2 check will be required for this position.

  • Interviews will take place on Friday 29 May 2026.

Application Pack: 

The application form should be submitted by email to info@edinwomensaid.co.uk – More details can be found in the Application Pack Letter below.

We are currently recruiting for:

Employability Worker

  • 28 hours per week, over 4 days
  • £32,652.82 (£26,122.26 pro rata)
  • Fixed term contract – 1 year

 Closing date: 9am Monday 19 October 2026

 Job Purpose:The overarching aims of this post are that women have increased financial independence (access to economic resources, education, paid labour market and routes out of poverty). The role involves supporting women who are/have experienced domestic abuse to access and engage with education, training and employment, as well as building and maintaining relationships with partner organisations.

A satisfactory Disclosure Scotland Adult and Child PVG scheme membership check is required for this position.

  • Interviews will take place on Wednesday 28 October.

Please note that a second interview may be required. Where this is the case, this will be arranged at a mutually convenient time.

Application Pack: 

The application form should be submitted by email to info@edinwomensaid.co.uk – More details can be found in the Application Pack Letter below.

We are currently recruiting for:

  • Localities Support Worker – 21 hours per week
  • Employability Worker – 28 hours per week

Localities Support Worker

  • 21 hours per week, Tuesday to Thursday 9am – 4.30pm
  • £31,816.30 (£19,090 pro rata)
  • Permanent contract (subject to funding)

Closing date: 9am Monday 26 October 2026

Please note that previous applicants for this position, which was advertised in September, will not be considered for this vacancy.

Job Purpose: The Edinburgh Locality Support Worker will deliver dedicated and empowering support to women in Edinburgh, who have experienced or are at risk from domestic abuse, in accordance with SSSC Standards. This role encompasses practical and emotional support, advocacy, and collaborative working with statutory and third-sector organizations to achieve the best possible outcomes for women in our service.  A trauma-informed approach is essential, ensuring that women receive comprehensive, person-centred support in a safe and supportive setting.  Support is delivered through telephone support, one-to-one meetings, and attendance at joint meetings with partner agencies.

Location: This role is based at EWA offices at 4 Cheyne Street, Edinburgh, EH4 1JB. Travel within Edinburgh to meet service users will also be required. 

A satisfactory Disclosure Scotland Adult PVG scheme membership check is required for this position.

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 4th November.

Please note that a second interview may be required. Where this is the case, this will be arranged at a mutually convenient time.

Application Pack: 

The application form should be submitted by email to info@edinwomensaid.co.uk – More details can be found in the Application Pack Letter below.

Employability Worker

  • 28 hours per week, over 4 days
  • £32,652.82 (£26,122.26 pro rata)
  • Fixed term contract – 1 year

Closing date: 9am Monday 19 October 2026

Job Purpose: The overarching aims of this post are that women have increased financial independence (access to economic resources, education, paid labour market and routes out of poverty). The role involves supporting women who are/have experienced domestic abuse to access and engage with education, training and employment, as well as building and maintaining relationships with partner organisations.

A satisfactory Disclosure Scotland Adult PVG scheme membership check is required for this position.

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 28 October.

Please note that a second interview may be required. Where this is the case, this will be arranged at a mutually convenient time.

Application Pack: 

The application form should be submitted by email to info@edinwomensaid.co.uk – More details can be found in the Application Pack Letter below.

Edinburgh Women’s Aid strives to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. Women only need apply under Schedule 9 (Part 1) of the Equality Act 2010.

Please see EWA Policy Statement on the provision of single sex services.

Edinburgh Women’s Aid is a charity registered in Scotland, charity number SC028301 and a company limited by guarantee, registered company no SC237521.

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