Advertised from 11 February 2026

Role

Women’s Aid South Lanarkshire and East Renfrewshire (WASLER) have delivered domestic abuse services across South Lanarkshire for more than 30 years. We provide an outstanding level of service provision to support the needs of women, children and young people who have experienced, or are presently experiencing domestic abuse.  

We are seeking to recruit a suitably experienced, qualified and skilled woman to fulfil the role of Specialist Worker within our Refuge team.

The Specialist Worker will provide a high quality and specialist support service to women living in Refuge working to ensure their safety and recovery. Applicants must also be qualified to SVQ level 3, or equivalent in a relevant qualification and registered (or willing to register) with SSSC.  Please see the attached job description and person specification for full information of the requirements of the post holder. For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Lynsey Queen, Refuge & Crisis Intervention Manager on 01355 249897.

What is on offer for the Refuge Support Worker?

• 25 days annual leave per annum 
• 12 public holidays per annum 
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
• Training and Development
• Discounted high street shopping vouchers
• 10% pension contribution
• Mileage

Application notes

A recruitment pack is available to download below.

For all posts, we can only accept applications from women under Schedule 9 (Part 1) of the Equality Act 2010. 

The successful candidates will be subject to PVG checks.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 11th March 2026 at 5.00 pm.

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