Information for Women
Information for Women
What is Domestic Abuse?
Stand Strong with Women for Women.
Everyone who works at Glasgow Women’s Aid understands the core feminist principles that underpin our work. For over 50 years we have been supporting women, children and young people who have survived domestic abuse.
We work from a feminist perspective which acknowledges that the root cause of the abuse of women and children is the imbalance of power which exists within our society and allows some people to have more power than others. We also use our expert knowledge of domestic abuse to educate on related issues and campaign for equality.
A rewarding career
We have over 50 dedicated employees working across our refuges and within our main office in Glasgow city centre.
We also have supportive and dedicated outreach services which helps the most vulnerable women and children access support and advice.
If you share our commitment to empowering survivors, join us in building a safer future for every woman and child in Glasgow. Together, we can make a life-changing impact and support those affected by domestic abuse.
"Working at Glasgow Women's Aid is so rewarding and empowering. Being able to support women through the trauma of abuse can be difficult, but seeing them grow and thrive is the most rewarding part of the job."
"It's great to work with such inspirational women."
"You really feel like you are making a difference to women's lives"
"There's a great feeling of solidarity within Glasgow Women's Aid. I love working for an organisation that shares the same values as me"
With women
We are a proudly feminist organisation, dedicated to embedding feminist values in everything we do. We believe in fostering a supportive and empowering environment where staff uplift one another and work together to create meaningful change. We are committed to nurturing a workplace culture that values collaboration, respect, and mutual growth, ensuring that every team member feels empowered and inspired to make a difference. Join us to be part of a team that is as committed to supporting each other as we are to supporting the individuals and communities we serve.
Our Values
Our values are underpinned by our strong commitment to the feminist perspective of domestic abuse. We work with the SSSC code of practice
These are the principles and behaviours that guide us, holding us accountable to our values and defining what we stand for and what we will not compromise.
Our Board
Our strategic Board is led by a diverse group of strong feminist women, each bringing a wealth of experience and expertise from a variety of backgrounds promoting a strong strategic lead and robust governance.
Benefits
Working with Glasgow Women’s Aid is rewarding and uplifting. We offer a package of benefits to staff:
Competitive salaries
Access to a pension scheme
40 days annual leave
Access to staff wellbeing events
Annual leave buying and selling scheme
Organisational maternity, parental and adoption leave
Employee Retail and Discount Benefits
Flexible working options
Employee Counselling Helpline
Access to Travel season ticket scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Learning and development
At Glasgow Women’s Aid, we believe that learning takes many forms and is fundamental to achieving our mission. We offer a diverse range of learning and development opportunities tailored to different needs, helping you unlock your potential and make the most of your skills. Our focus is on ensuring that your learning journey is enriching and that you are fully supported in applying what you’ve learned to create positive change. You can expect to have access to:
Induction:
You will have access to a thorough induction process which will give you an understanding of your role and an overview of the organisation
Ongoing Development:
We support our staff with ongoing development to help them gain new skills and apply them to their role or pursue further career goals
Ongoing Professional Development:
We’re committed to your continuous professional growth (CPD), ensuring your skills are always relevant and up-to-date and we encourage you to seek out learning opportunities.
Education and Campaign Opportunities:
Enhance your expertise by participating in projects and use your voice to campaign for women and children experiencing domestic abuse.
Collaborative and peer supported working:
We embrace all the different skills our diverse women bring to our organisation. We are a supportive and nurturing group who encourage peer support, collaboration and open communication between all our staff.