Jobs in Portobello & Craigmillar, Edinburgh

MAGDALENE:CC SCIO is seeking an experienced After School Club Manager (Development Phase) to lead The Daily Project, a new after-school childcare service serving families in East Edinburgh. This is a part-time management role (24 hours per week) focused on leadership, quality assurance, regulatory compliance and staff support, rather than routine face-to-face session delivery.

You will:

• Act as the named manager for a registered after-school care service
• Lead, support, and develop a small staff team
• Ensure compliance with Health and Social Care Standards
• Maintain safe staffing ratios, safeguarding practice, and high-quality play-based provision
• Work in partnership with parents, schools, and community partners
• Contribute to service development, evaluation, and inspection readiness

Applicants must:

• Be eligible to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) in the Manager / Lead Practitioner category.
• Hold a relevant qualification at SCQF Level 7 or above (e.g. childcare, playwork, social services) OR demonstrate substantial relevant experience at supervisory/lead level.
• Have significant experience working with children in an out-of-school care, childcare, play work, or closely related setting
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and GIRFEC.
• Be willing and able to work towards any required qualification for SSSC registration.
• Be eligible to join the PVG Scheme for working with children.

Qualification Requirement (Work-Towards)

In line with SSSC requirements for managers of children’s services:

• You do not need to already hold a SCQF Level 9 Childhood Practice qualification at appointment
• You must commit to achieving a relevant SCQF Level 9 Childhood Practice qualification (or SSSC-accepted equivalent) within an agreed timeframe (normally up to 5 years)

Support for training and professional development will be provided, subject to funding and organisational policy.

An exciting opportunity has arisen with Lothian Community Transport Services for the vacancy of a Transport Trainer. We have built up a reputation as an outstanding training centre, throughout the UK and we are looking to continue to maintain this reputation and also build on it by expanding our training offer and developing succession planning with our current Training Manager, who is due to retire in 2027.

This role could be perfect for someone who is interested in the delivery of transport training and loves working with people from a variety of different backgrounds. Perhaps you have a background in professional driving, perhaps you are a driver instructor looking for a new challenge. Whilst we can offer a comprehensive and funded training package, through a training agreement, you will already need to be confident in training delivery.

Responsible To:Chief Executive Officer

Primary Responsibilities:To deliver a range of training programmes to a wide variety of customers

Location:Primarily based at LCTS offices in Portobello, Edinburgh, but with a requirement to also deliver at the premises of third parties – some UK travel is likely to be required once training is completed. There is the possibility of occasional hybrid working being offered to the right candidate, but the ability to attend the office on several days per week would be essential.

Benefits

• A matched pension contribution of up to 6% into any legal pension fund.
• Free parking.
• A supportive and relaxed working environment.

“They helped me through thick and thin. From when I came out of the hospital…they were there for me.” – James, Person Supported by Carr Gomm

Supporting people to live their best lives is at the heart of this role. As Service Manager, you’ll take a leading role in shaping high-quality, person-centred support within our Edinburgh and Lothians services for people living with enduring mental ill health in supported living environments.

Carr Gomm is a leading social care and community development charity working across Scotland. Every week, thousands of people rely on our support to live independently, stay connected to their communities and make choices that matter to them.

Our values of Choice, Control, Interdependence, Respect, Openness & Honesty and Kindness & Compassion shape our work. Joining us means being part of an organisation where every voice matters.

Why This Role Matters

In this Monday-to-Friday role, you will make a meaningful difference for people living with enduring mental ill health by supporting them to achieve their outcomes and live their best lives.

You will create the conditions for good support to happen by guiding and empowering a team of Support Practitioners, so they feel confident, supported and equipped in their work. You ensure support plans and risk assessments remain relevant and person-centred, and you keep day-to-day arrangements running smoothly so people receive consistent, high-quality support.

Above all, your leadership helps create an environment where people feel listened to, respected and able to access the support they need.

“I think Carr Gomm is very good at putting the needs of people at the forefront, and that’s what’s important.” Rab, Person Supported by Carr Gomm

Who We Are Looking For

We’re looking for a compassionate and effective leader who can engage, inspire, and support others. You should have experience in adult social care, excellent communication skills, and a creative approach to problem-solving. You’ll bring:

• Experience in adult social care: You should have an SVQ 4 in Health and Social care, or be willing to work towards this, as well as experience leading or supporting teams in social care, with an understanding of the challenges and opportunities this role brings
• Leadership skills: You’re a supportive leader - approachable, adaptable, and able to empower your team, especially during times of change or challenge
• Problem-solving: Strong critical thinking and the ability to find solutions that make a positive impact on the people we support and your team
• Knowledge of the sector: A solid understanding of the Scottish Social Care sector, including regulatory bodies such as the Care Inspectorate and SSSC

Why Join Carr Gomm?

You’ll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking organisation that invests in its people. Staff have opportunities to shape how we work through specialist working groups and our Futures innovation programme, and we proudly hold the LGBT Charter for our commitment to inclusion.

You’ll also receive:

• 35 days holiday per year, increasing to 40 days with length of service
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave
• A Defined Contribution pension scheme, with incremental employer contributions
• Access to the Carr Gomm App: which includes free physiotherapy, health coaching and counselling
• Free Blue Light Card (giving access to thousands of discounts and promotions)
• Membership of a credit union
• Cycle to work scheme; and more!