Advertised from 20 February 2026

Role

We are delighted to announce that Glasgow Women’s Aid is launching a new family court advocacy service for women and children who have been affected by domestic abuse.

Thanks to funding from the national lottery community fund, we will have a dedicated worker for both women and their children who have been impacted by domestic abuse and are involved in civil family court processes such as court ordered contact. This new service will build on the support that we already offer to women and children.

Are you passionate about women’s rights and supporting survivors of domestic abuse? Do you have experience of working with women who have experienced trauma? We are looking for a Women’s Family Court Advocacy Worker to join our team and provide vital support to women navigating the family court process as a result of domestic abuse.  

You will provide trauma-informed, one-to-one advocacy and practical support to women involved in the family court system. You will support women to understand the court process, their rights and options, and assist with safety planning and risk assessment. In addition to individual support, you will facilitate group work programmes for women, creating a safe space for peer support and connection to enhance wellbeing. You will liaise with solicitors, court professionals and partner agencies to ensure women’s voices are heard and their experiences are recognised. You will refer and signpost women to other appropriate services where required to better support their wider needs as a whole.

As part of the role, you will be required to participate within our Crisis Support and work out of hours to support. 

It is essential that you have experience of providing support to women who have experienced gender-based violence. A suitable qualification such as HNC Social Services or SVQ Level 3 Social Services and Healthcare is essential or a degree or post graduate qualification in a relevant field. You will have a willingness to work towards a qualification in relation to advocacy. The nature of our work requires a commitment to the feminist analysis of domestic abuse and to the values of Glasgow Women’s Aid. Due to the nature of the role, it is essential that you have a driving license and access to a car.

Application notes

To apply, please complete our application form and send to recruitment@glasgowwomensaid.org.uk.

The closing date for this role is Friday 6th March at 8am. 

The interview process with comprise of two stages, the first stage being a competency-based interview and the second stage with service user involvement. Successful candidates will be invited to a stage one interview on Tuesday 26th March and stage two interviews for successful candidates will be confirmed at a later date. 

For more information, please visit our website on Work With Us - Glasgow Women's Aid

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