CVS Falkirk & District is looking for an inspiring and strategic leader to join us as our new Deputy Chief Executive Officer. This is a pivotal role at the heart of our organisation, supporting the Chief Executive and Board of Directors to deliver our vision for a thriving, resilient, and empowered third sector across Falkirk and District.
About The Role
The Deputy CEO will play a central part in shaping the organisation’s strategic direction, strengthening partnerships, and ensuring high quality service delivery. The role combines strategic leadership with hands on operational oversight, supporting our teams, developing new opportunities, and representing CVS Falkirk & District across a wide range of local and national forums.
Key areas of responsibility include:
• Leading, motivating, and developing staff to deliver high quality services and community engagement
• Building strong relationships with partners across the third sector, local authority, health and social care, national bodies, and funders
• Overseeing operational performance, quality assurance, and reporting against outcome frameworks
• Driving innovation, service development, and continuous improvement
• Acting as a key ambassador for CVS Falkirk & District, promoting our values and strengthening our reputation
About You
We are looking for someone who brings a blend of strategic insight, operational strength, and a genuine passion for community impact. You will thrive in a collaborative environment, be confident in building partnerships, and bring a positive, people centred approach to leadership.
You will bring:
• Proven experience in senior leadership within the third sector or a related field
• Strong relationship building skills and the ability to influence at all levels
• Experience in managing teams, developing people, and fostering a high performance culture
• A track record of delivering services, managing projects, and meeting organisational objectives
• Commitment to equality, inclusion, and the values of the third sector
About The Organisation
CVS Falkirk & District is a dynamic and growing charity dedicated to supporting, connecting, and representing charities, social enterprises, community groups, and volunteers across the region. As a Third Sector Interface (TSI), we play a vital bridging role between the third sector and statutory partners.
We are a people led organisation where community, collaboration, and compassion shape everything we do. We aim to attract and retain people who are community focused, inspiring, and passionate about making a difference. Our team is the heart of our organisation, and we work hard to create a supportive, rewarding, and enjoyable place to work.
About Us
Braveheart is a forward-thinking health promotion charity dedicated to improving wellbeing through healthy lifestyles and physical activity. Braveheart has been providing community-based health services in Forth Valley for 30 years and is well established in the locality.
The Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Walking Development Officer to lead and grow our community walking initiative in Falkirk District. You will play a key role in encouraging more people to walk regularly, improving both physical and mental health outcomes across the community. The mission is to make walking accessible, enjoyable, and a natural part of everyday life. A key aspect of the role includes promoting our walking programme through outreach and marketing activities.
Our walks are delivered by our team of committed volunteers, and it is the Development Officers responsibility to recruit, train and support volunteer walk leaders in their role.
The post is funded by Walking Scotland initially up to 31st March 2027. Further funding will be applied for during the year.
About You
We are looking for someone who is passionate about health promotion and community engagement with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Familiarity with local community health organisations networks and knowledge of the local area will be an advantage. Please see the attached Job Description for further details of the post responsibilities and person specification.
What We Offer
If you have a passion for supporting and nurturing potential, so do we...
The Boys’ Brigade (BB) is a Christian uniformed youth organisation, providing opportunities for children and young people to learn, grow and discover in a safe, fun, and caring environment.
BB Companies (groups) meet in communities across the country, supported by dedicated volunteer leaders who give their time and skills every week.
We are delighted to have recently secured funding for Phase 7 of CashBack – ‘Location CashBack’. Working together with Youth Scotland, Guides and Scouts – Location CashBack is a three-year Leadership and Participation programme funded by Scottish Government CashBack for Communities Funding.
Location CashBack will support young people aged 10-25 years in SIMD 1-2 areas who may also face barriers including being impacted by poverty, crime and anti-social behaviour.
Building on connections to trusted local youth groups, like the BB, it will offer safe spaces, mentoring, personal development and leadership opportunities that open new pathways for learning, life and work.
We are now looking to recruit a part-time Development worker to lead the Location CashBack project with our local groups.
JOIN OUR BOARD: Become a Driving Force Trustee
Could YOU be the Driving Force for our community?
About The Driving Force
For20 years, The Driving Force has been a lifeline for cancer patients in Denny, Bonnybridge and Banknock. We provideFREE transportto vital treatment appointments for those who need it most.
Our Impact:
Every journey we provide is one more chance for someone to access the treatment that could save their life.Now we need more strategic leaders to help us drive our mission forward.
Why Become a Trustee?
Being a trustee isn't just about attending meetings – it's about making a real difference at a strategic level. You'll help shape the future of a charity that directly saves lives in your community.
What You'll Gain:
·Personal satisfaction of creating strategic community impact
·Development of governance and leadership skills
·Networking with other passionate community leaders
·Insight into charity sector operations and best practices
·The knowledge that your decisions help cancer patients access life-saving treatment
·Being part of something meaningful beyond your day job
What is a Trustee?
In simple terms:Trustees are the guardians of our charity – ensuring we stay true to our mission of helping cancer patients access treatment while managing our resources responsibly and planning for sustainable growth.
The legal bit:Trustees have overall control of a charity and are responsible for making sure it's doing what it was set up to do. They exercise their powers and duties with care, always acting in the charity's best interests, ensuring compliance with charity law and our governing document.
You'll be part of a supportive boardworking collaboratively to govern The Driving Force effectively.
Time Commitment
We respect that trustees are volunteers with busy lives. Here's what we ask:
Core Commitment:
Total time: approximately 15-20 hours per year
Flexibility:We schedule meetings with trustees' availability in mind. If you can't make a meeting, we just ask for advance notice.
Additional Involvement (Optional):Some trustees choose to get involved in specific projects, sub-committees, or events – but this is entirely voluntary.
Ark is a major provider of Housing, Care and Support to people with long term and enduring conditions such as learning disabilities, mental health issues, dementia and autism.
Ark supports people to live independently in their own homes providing everything from a few hours a week social and life admin support to 24/7 care supporting with personal care, medication, household tasks, attending appointments and leisure activities.
We have lots of opportunities across Scotland for our Support Worker roles. As we provide full training no previous is experience is required.
If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives, then apply now to join our team!
Your main duties will include but not be limited to:
Previous experience of the following is an advantage but not essential as Ark will provide full training: Care Worker, Social worker, Home Carer, Case Worker, Care Assistant, Autism Support Worker, Personal Care Assistant , Social Care Worker.
View our job outline, find out what you working week could look like and hear from our current Support Workers on Arks website arkha.org.uk/work-with-us
Why Ark?
In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:
Our employees told us in a recent survey that they stay with Ark because they believe in our values, we have supportive managers who continually appreciate their staff and they love making a positive difference in our supported peoples lives, helping them to achieve their dreams.
Ark would love to hear from you whether you are an experienced Support Worker or new to Social Care.