Intensive Support Worker
Quarriers
GlasgowView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£31,150
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
13 November 2026
24 days leftJob description
Be part of something life-changing
Have you got the resilience, compassion and commitment to support young women to rebuild their lives?
Quarriers What If Female Service is looking for a dedicated Intensive Support Worker to join our team in Glasgow. This is more than a job - its an opportunity to walk alongside young women as they move forward from trauma and homelessness, building confidence, independence and a sense of belonging.
The What If Female Servicesupports young women aged 1825 who have experienced homelessness, trauma and adversity. Many of the women we support have faced complex challenges, including abuse, neglect, mental health difficulties and disrupted life experiences.
As an Intensive Support Worker (Female only), you will provide consistent, relationship-based support, helping each young woman to feel safe, understood and empowered.
- Build trusting, meaningful relationships through a calm, trauma-informed approach
- Provide practical support with daily living maintaining a tenancy, budgeting, cooking and household skills
- Offer emotional support, helping young women manage wellbeing and develop resilience
- Support engagement with health, social work, justice and community services
- Promote independence, confidence and positive life choices
This is a role where consistency, reliability and genuine care make a lasting difference.
This is a full-time, permanent post working 39 hours per week. Youll work flexibly as part of a rota across 5 over 7 days.
Our rota is structured around an 8-week rolling pattern, meaning youll know your shifts well in advance and can plan ahead. Youll work a balanced mix of day and late shifts, with 4 out of 8 weekends off.
Shift times typically vary between 8am4pm or 9am5pm (day shifts) and 1.30pm10pm or 1pm9pm (late shifts), with the service staffed between 8am -10pm.
- Calm, patient and able to build trust with people who may find relationships difficult
- Emotionally resilient, with the ability to work in a dynamic and sometimes challenging environment
- A strong team player who can also work independently in the community
- Passionate about supporting young women to achieve their goals
- A recognised sector qualification is essential to be considered
- Skills and proven experience supporting people with complex needs and/or homelessness
- An understanding of trauma-informed practice
- Confidence working 1:1 in a community-based setting
- A full UK driving licence and access to your own car is essential
Why this role matters
At Quarriers, we believe in creating safe, nurturing environments where people feel valued and supported to thrive.
In this role, you wont just provide support - youll help create stability, build confidence, and open up future opportunities for young women who deserve it.
- Be part of a values-led organisation making a real impact across Scotland
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunities to grow your career in social care
- Access to excellent staff benefits
Important information
Interviewsfor successfulapplicants will be held W/C 26/10/2026
This post is restricted to women under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, as it is a Genuine Occupational Requirement due to the nature of the service.
If youre looking for a role where you can make a real difference every single day, wed love to hear from you.
For more information about the service - click hereWhat If (Female) Support Service - Quarriers
Please note: Quarriers cannot guarantee visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK or be able to secure this independently.
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
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First seen
2 October 2026
Last checked
18 October 2026
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