Poverty and inequality are the greatest challenges Scotland faces. The Poverty Alliance is working to create a wide coalition that can bring about real change. As our network in Scotland continues to grow, we have created a new role in our senior management team to support and manage the sustained development of our organisation.
As a result of the continued growth and development of the Poverty Alliance, we have created the post of Director of Operations. This is an important new development for the Poverty Alliance, one that will play a key role in ensuring we have the resources and policies in place to enable us to deliver on our purpose of supporting the prevention and reduction of poverty by building a strong network that influences policy and changes practice.
We are looking for someone who has significant experience at a senior leadership level, with a sound understanding of operational management and project and service development. You will not only have experience in budgetary management, but a strong track record in income generation. We will need someone who is focused on securing ambitious outcomes and impact, particularly in a social change context.
The Director of Operations will play a critical role in continuing to develop our approach to agile working and will have experience of ensuring continuous improvement and innovation is at the heart of organisational development. You will have commitment to inclusive working, and knowledge of policy and practice in relation to diversity, inclusion and equality.
The Poverty Alliance is a values and mission driven organisation. We bring together hundreds of organisations who share our desire to see an end to poverty, and a Scotland where everyone can flourish. If you share that desire to bring about real social change, then we would love to hear from you.
We are excited to announce this senior role as part of a restructure of our Asset Management Team. We seek a talented individual to put their stamp on this newly created role, which will be pivotal in delivering our strategic objectives and ensuring our property services are fit for the 21st Century. Working with the Director of Asset Management, the selected Asset Co-ordinator will provide day-to-day line management and support to staff within the Asset Management Team in the delivery of an efficient and customer focussed asset management service to tenants and other customers of MHA.
Formed in 1975, Milnbank Housing Association is approaching our 50th anniversary and has a long and successful track record of supporting local communities in Dennistoun and Haghill. We believe in providing high-quality services to our tenants and owners. At Milnbank, we are proud of the role we play as a Community Controlled Housing Association.
Looking to the future, our focus needs be to continue investing in and improving our 1670 properties, protecting these valuable assets and ensuring they meet our customers’ expectations of quality and sustainability. We are also working to build new social housing and acquiring additional homes in our area to increase our stock and offer better housing options to our community.
We emphasise the importance of understanding and embracing the core principles of a Community Controlled Housing Association. If successful, you will be expected to actively engage with our tenants, other customers, and the local community.
This role will play an important part in ensuring MHA takes forward an innovative and forward-thinking asset management strategy that will deliver a better service for our tenants and owners. If this resonates with your aspirations and you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application.
Shelter Scotland is seeking a new Managing Principal Solicitor to lead the Shelter Scotland Housing Law Service. This is an exciting opportunity to head up a dynamic team of talented specialist housing solicitors.
The role will require strong leadership supervising and managing strategic litigation pursuing complex or novel points of law. The team have been at the forefront of some of the most influential pieces of strategic housing legal work in Scotland over the years. A keen interest in developing and testing the law in this area will be a key attribute for the role.
About the role
As Managing Principal Solicitor, you will:
About you
See the JD on our website for further details on the role specific responsibilities. They will include having:
Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.
Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
About Shelter Scotland Law Service
Currently, Shelter Scotland Housing Law Service operates as a sole practitioner firm, with a wider legal team who are both lawyers and lay people. All individuals are employed by Shelter Scotland, with the Principal Solicitor or their nominee entitled to take part in the recruitment of firm staff. Whilst the Firm undertakes to operate within the policies and parameters of Shelter Scotland, it is the Firm’s responsibility to comply with LSS compliance and obligations to maintain its registration with the LSS.
Shelter Scotland are actively looking at different business models for the future of the Law Service, in which the Managing Principal Solicitor would play a key role.
About Shelter
Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.
We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.
We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.
Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.
Safeguarding statement
Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.
The successful candidate will play a senior and supervisory role in the operation of our Esmond Street Service: a 22 place supported living project for older people with learning disability and/or complex needs. The successful applicant will have experience of support planning and review systems, and will be in a position to work on a shift-rota basis. She/he will have experience in a supported living setting, the ability to work on their own initiative, and have a positive, empowering and flexible approach to the support of people with learning disabilities. The post requires the successful candidate to be involved in the supervision and development of the staff team; including training, developing systems, mentoring and auditing. She/he should also possess an appropriate qualification, or be willing and able to achieve this within an agreed timescale.
Poverty and inequality are the greatest challenges Scotland faces. The Poverty Alliance is working to create a wide coalition that can bring about real change.
A vacancy has arisen for an experienced social researcher to join the Poverty Alliance’s busy and impactful Research and Information Team. We are looking for a new Senior Research Officer, who will work across a range of qualitative research projects including supporting peer research with people with direct experience of poverty and on projects that span across different social policy areas relating to poverty including social security, employment and health.
The right person for this job will have significant experience and knowledge of conducting and managing qualitative research, preferably in an applied research context. You will have excellent knowledge of a range of qualitative and participatory research methodologies and methods. Alongside a sound knowledge of current issues and trends in relation to poverty and inequality, you will have experience of research focused on delivering real social change.
Above all, we are looking for a dynamic, passionate and committed individual, who not only wants to understand the nature of the social challenges we face but wants to change them too.
Maryhill Burgh Halls is an historic landmark building in North Glasgow. The listed 19th century façade wraps round a modern interior following the building’s comprehensive restoration and reconstruction completed in 2012. The Halls are owned and operated by Maryhill Burgh Halls Trust, a registered charity. The Trust operates the building for two principal functions:
Job Overview:
The key role of the Building Facilities and Lettings Manager is to look after the building and the occupational needs of the tenants and of the Trust. This includes acting as landlord to the business centre and as managed space provider to Trust’s hire, heritage and community use of the event space.
The Building Facilities and Lettings Manager will report in the first instance to the Trust’s Buildings and Lettings Committee and will be primarily responsible for the facilities and commercial lettings business and will work closely with the Trust staff managing the event and heritage activities.
Trust staff will provide financial (including purchasing, invoicing and bookkeeping) and administrative support to the Building Facilities and Lettings Manager.
A standard form of occupational licence is in use (with a structured service charge regime) and legal and property marketing services are available from agents.
Responsibilities:
Building:
Tenants:
Others:
An exciting opportunity to be part of a growing and evolving award-winning Charity which pushes boundaries and works to change the landscape for children & families in Drumchapel and beyond. Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will provide and maintain high-level budgets and financial reporting systems.
3D Drumchapel is a Charity which has been working with children and families in Drumchapel and surrounding areas for over 27 years. We journey with children, families and communities to build strong foundations for families to thrive. We aim to strengthen family relationships, support parents to be the best parents they can be, improve family health & wellbeing, support children's development and build capacity in communities for family support delivery. Our services include a perinatal programme, parent & child sessions, parenting programmes, learning & development sessions, outdoor play, peer support groups, 1-1 support, family support in schools and practical support including Bairn Necessities which redistributes clothing and equipment for 0-5 years. We also lead the Drumchapel Children & Families Network which brings together children & families, third sector, social work, health, education, police and housing to work together to improve outcomes for children and families in Drumchapel.
The role
Our Finance Manager Role is to ensure the financial health and sustainability of the charity by managing and overseeing all aspects of its financial operations. Key duties include maintaining an effective financial reporting system, managing the online accounting system (QuickBooks), and ensuring compliance with charity regulations. This role involves day-to-day oversight of accounting, banking, cash flow, and payroll processes, while also producing monthly management accounts and tracking cashflows.
The Finance Manager works closely with the Chief Executive, Head of Operations, and the Administration & Finance Officer to prepare and report on budgets, manage grants, and support funding proposals. In addition, they provide financial reports for decision-making, risk management, and year-end accounts, while also attending Board, Finance, and Management meetings. They are
responsible for ensuring financial controls and compliance, advising the CEO, Head of Operations and Board on finance-related issues, and staying current on best practices in charity finance.
What we are looking for
We are looking for a reliable person with a passion to create change for children and families and who follow our values of INTEGRITY, LOVE, EXCELLENCE & COLLABORATION with the following skills and experience –
Skills –
Experience and Knowledge –
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a skilled, supportive and inspiring team making a real difference and changing outcomes with and for children & families in Drumchapel and beyond. You will be joining our team at a pivotal as we grow, seek to break new ground and take 3D Drumchapel to the next level.
What we offer
You will be joining us at an exciting time as we pilot our new RNID Near You community service in Fife. As a Co-ordinator, you will focus and lead on developing and delivering our new community service across the Fife area through drop-in sessions offering:
You will be responsible for co-ordinating up to 15 drop-in services across the region and be able to recruit, train and manage a team of up to 30 volunteers to deliver the service across Fife. You will have responsibility for the set up and running of these sessions and have good local knowledge of Fife in order to seek new opportunities for delivery of our RNID Near You services.
We are looking to appoint a motivated person with a keen interest in supporting people with their hearing loss. While you will be home based, there will be regular travel to services.
You want to make a difference in people’s lives and love to interact with various audiences, including volunteers, health & care professionals and service users. You have experience managing events, your own workload and are able to work evenings/ weekends if required. You are able to physically assist people with hearing aids sensitively, giving clear guidance and taking into account individual wishes and health needs.
You are ready to work for a home-working organisation and have good IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, Word.
We are RNID: the national charity supporting the 18 million people in the UK who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus. Together, we will end the discrimination faced by our communities, help people hear better now and fund world-class research to restore hearing and silence tinnitus.
We work with our communities and partners across industry, government, charity, education and more to change life for the better.
RNID has a proud history and big ambitions. We’re focused on making the greatest impact possible across the whole of the UK. We champion the latest technology and the opportunities it brings. We also know the value of a friendly face in local communities to support people where they need it most.
We champion the value of difference and equality and celebrate our diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively encourage applications from eligible candidates from BAME backgrounds or who are deaf or hard of hearing. With almost 20% of our employees having a disability we proudly hold Disability Confident Leader status and guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum essential criteria.
Are you a highly organised, proactive, ambitious Fundraiser? Are you looking for the opportunity to work with a great team?
Home-Start Glasgow North and North Lanarkshire is a local family support charity that works alongside families with babies and young children. Supported by volunteers, we are embedded in our local communities and provide a range of services which support families struggling with the challenges of everyday life.
We are seeking a passionate, creative and experienced Fundraising Manager to join our dynamic team. This newly created role will be crucial in developing and implementing fundraising strategies to support our mission and ensure the financial sustainability of the charity.
As the Fundraising Manager, you will play a pivotal role in securing major funding from trusts, foundations, statutory sources and corporate partners to support the vital work of the charity. You will be responsible for managing and growing our portfolio of funders, ensuring excellent stewardship, and identifying new funding opportunities. You will be part of a small fundraising team which includes a Community Engagement and Fundraising Officer who you will manage.
What we’re looking for:
What we offer:
Come and lead our team at Camas Outdoor Centre on the Isle of Mull for a life-changing experience! Join a close-knit team in a stunning, remote location where you’ll help others connect with nature, themselves, and each other. Whether supporting the team or implementing policies to ensure that high standards of safety and the welfare of both staff and guests are maintained, your role at Camas will be filled with purpose and adventure. If you’re looking for a meaningful opportunity to make a positive impact in a beautiful, inspiring setting, Camas could be the perfect fit for you!
Camas comprises a core team consisting of both resident staff and volunteers during the guest season. The coordinator oversees the weekly program's planning, coordination, and administration and makes sure that all staff and guests are supported and integrated into Camas' common life. The Coordinator bears the additional duty of overseeing the execution of protocols to guarantee the preservation of elevated safety standards and the well-being of both employees and visitors. This is a developing position in a dynamic environment that calls for adaptability and continuous review of the job description. To boost the work, it is predicted that Camas' management structure will undergo a considerable transformation during this post. This process will involve the Camas Coordinator.
This post is regulated work and as such is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and the post-holder will need to be or to become a member of Scotland’s Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme.
Due to the nature of this work, it will NOT be possible to consider candidates who do not already have the right to work in the United Kingdom
The full Job Description can be found on our website iona.org.uk/about/vacancies
Contract Start Date: 1 February 25 (not later than 1 March 25)
Contract End Date: 31 January 2028
The Robertson Trust are looking for a Learning Officer for a 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave, to help us to make a real difference to reducing poverty and trauma in Scotland. If you would like to be part of one of Scotland’s biggest independent funders, with the clear aim of tackling poverty and trauma, this role could be for you.
We want to see a Scotland where everyone is valued and able to flourish. Over the next decade, we have committed to use all of our tools and resources to work with others to reduce poverty and trauma across four themes:
The Role
The role of a Learning Officer is to assist in the creation, use and sharing of knowledge and learning internally and externally in order to:
A full job description is attached.
The person
We are looking for someone with a good understanding and technical knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methods of evaluation and research. Ideally, you will have experience of working with teams to use learning to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
We encourage applications from people with lived or learned experience of poverty and trauma in Scotland. You will be providing learning support across the Trust’s different themes and should feel comfortable working across different projects and topics at the same time.
It is important that you work confidently using your own initiative whilst prioritising conflicting priorities and building relationships and networks to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Flexible working, part-time hours, or job-sharing arrangements will be considered for the right candidate.
GCA deliver services over 6 days per week and throughout Glasgow, East Dunbartonshire and East Renfrewshire
Role:
The Community Engagement Worker will provide a community based Alcohol Brief Intervention service in the wider community and primary care settings in Greater Glasgow in partnership with other statutory, voluntary and community agencies in the area.
In return for choosing to work for GCA, the benefits you will receive are:
Organisation Profile:
Glasgow Council on Alcohol (GCA) was founded in 1965 and is the oldest established Council on Alcohol in Scotland. GCA is a voluntary organisation working to reduce the harm caused by alcohol misuse through the provision of a range of high quality advice, information, counselling, support, prevention and education and training services.
Values in Action Scotland (VIAS) is recruiting for the post of Lead Consultant (Job Coaching), based in East Renfrewshire Reporting to the Senior Lead Consultant, this exciting opportunity will give the role holder scope to help VIAS to expand delivery of the Triple E service into East Renfrewshire. This will grow and develop the organisation’s commitment to disabled people, in particular, people with learning disabilities and/ or autism gaining and sustaining paid employment.
Background
Values in Action Scotland is a Quality Improvement Service. Our vision is for a Scotland where people with learning disabilities and/or autism have the same opportunities as everyone else and are supported to achieve their goals including access to meaningful paid employment. Through our supported employment services, Scotland VIAS excels in demonstrating best practice in all aspects of the supported employment process.
The Candidate
The candidate must be a mentor eager to support their fellow person. You must be able to discover people’s strengths/ support needs and help them to achieve meaningful, paid employment. Having communication skills partnered with critical thinking are prerequisites for this job. With proven experience in working with people with learning disabilities and/ or autism, the successful candidate will be confident in their ability to deliver Triple E Renfrewshire, our supported employment service. With an understanding or experience of issues affecting people, the successful candidate will be a multi-tasker working in an autonomous capacity. They will also be able to work with a range of stakeholders, demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills and an aptitude for building and nurturing successful partnerships. This includes directing marketing to businesses to encourage them to recruit Triple E clients. The candidate will have a high-level ability to plan, analyse and think through issues that arise and an ability to identify, prioritise and deliver a varied work programme.
What We Offer
We offer excellent training and development opportunities, competitive salary, a performance related bonus scheme, contributory pension scheme and 32 days annual holiday (including bank holidays).
The post is funded until the 31st March 2025 initially and could be extended depending on future funding. VIAS will carry out a PVG check on the successful applicant.
This post is responsible for delivering activities within our Glasgow Community Hub, and across other hubs as required and subject to the needs and demands of the project as guided by the Community Hubs Manager and CEO. If you are passionate about bicycles and cycling and have an interest in human rights and supporting disadvantaged groups, then this could be the job for you.
You will work on a variety of projects that includes repairing bikes, the co-ordination and support of volunteer bike mechanics, bike distributions, and special projects and activities as needed. Your main tasks will be associated with increasing our impact in the support of New Scots through improving workflow management, efficiency and increasing productivity in the repair and distribution of bikes to New Scots.
The post holder will maintain a good working knowledge of Bikes for Refugees programmes, policies and procedures, and maintain good working relationships with a variety of external stakeholders and partners.
You will have proven experience of working with bikes and a recognised bike mechanic qualification such as Velotech or Cytech - or equivalent mechanic experience. Experience of volunteering and/or working with volunteers is desirable. Experience of working with refugees/asylum seekers and/or other disadvantaged groups would be advantageous. A good working knowledge of IT and computer skills is essential. You will be proactive in the co-ordination and safe delivery of activities and ensure the smooth running of the workshop/hub. You will be an effective communicator with staff, volunteers, New Scots and partners.
We have an exciting opportunity to join Govan Law Centre (GLC) on a permanent basis as a Management Accountant and Finance Officer. This is a new and regraded position with additional responsibilities. We operate a flexible blended working pattern from office/home.
GLC is a leading Scottish community law centre based in Glasgow but serving Scotland in certain areas of Scots law. In January 2020, The Big Issue named GLC as one of their top 100 Changemakers in the UK – the "Thinkers, Creators and Agitators Changing the World in 2020".
The Big Issue said: “GLC’s reputation in delivering high quality innovative services to the most disadvantaged people in their communities continues to be an inspiration to others even as they enter their 25th year. The advice they give on housing, homelessness, welfare rights and debt aid is priceless to people who otherwise would be stranded”.
We are seeking applications from individuals with at least 4 years’ experience of working in a varied finance role within a complex organisation and who possess the skills to take on the tasks outlined in the job description.
You will have had significant exposure to the full finance function and will be a strong communicator and able to balance competing priorities ensuring routine workload alongside ad-hoc tasks, analysis and reporting is completed to a high standard within deadlines.
If you’re interested by what you’ve read, and have the necessary skills, experience and ability to make a success of this role, we would be delighted to hear from you.
We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity to join the Phoenix Futures Scotland's Management team as Deputy Manager of our Scottish Residential Service based in Glasgow.
As a specialist addiction recovery charity and housing association, we have developed considerable expertise in the provision of residential and housing services to support our clients at all stages of their recovery. As the Deputy Manager, you will assist the Registered Manager as the strategic lead, managing and driving all areas of service delivery for the Scottish Residential Service.
About You
Are you ready to make a profound impact on people's lives? We're seeking an extraordinary person to support the success of our well established residential rehab service. Your experience should include:
Your Rewards
The Role
The Service
Phoenix Futures’ Scottish Residential Service offers a drug and alcohol free environment with structured support for people 18 years of age or over who are looking to address their problematic drug and/or alcohol use and improve their mental health. We have been successfully supporting people to achieve long term recovery for more than 30 years in Scotland and for over 50 years across the wider UK. We offer programmes of both 3 and 6 months in length based on the need of the individual. The spacious service provides for 31 residents who are supported through the evidence-based Therapeutic Community model. The service is based in a modern, newly refurbished centre, with excellent links to the city centre and a wide range of off-site activities available through our network of partnerships.
About Phoenix Futures
Phoenix Futures Group is a charity with over 50 years’ experience and a leading provider of drug and alcohol treatment.
Our values are what define us and ensure we work to the highest standards. We believe in being the best, we are passionate about recovery, we value our history and use it to inform our future.
We work with local authorities, other charities and service providers across the country to deliver innovative programmes and projects that change lives for the better, setting people on the path to health and emotional wellbeing.
We provide a diverse range of services, our expertise in psychosocial treatment and support is the common thread that runs through everything we do. People need psychological interventions, social support, meaningful use of time, sense of purpose and a place of safety to sustain their recovery. At our core, we support people, families and communities to recover from drug and alcohol dependency.
Blue Triangle is a social care organisation that empowers people to thrive, by delivering solutions in connected communities which focus on the needs of each individual. We are looking for enthusiastic people who share our values (Kind, Passionate and Creative) to join our services accommodating and supporting people experiencing homelessness and empowering them to thrive.
Within this role you will be working as part of the Service team, maintaining a clean, safe and healthy environment in the service for our supported people.
Blue Triangle recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.
What we offer:
Aside from offering a supportive and friendly environment where our people are valued and appreciated, we’ll see that your hard work and drive to succeed is rewarded.
And many more!
Falkirk is a care experienced young persons service, focusing on young people aged between 16 and 25. This role is 35 hours and will cover various nightshift working patterns including some weekends. If you have any questions about the role, please contact recruitment@bluetriangle.org.uk
This role involves leading a cross departmental approach to training and discipleship in relation to young people. This will involve working with a wide range of colleagues to ensure opportunities for intention discipleship continue to grow and develop in all aspects of SU Scotland's ministry.
We have a great opportunity for the right person to join our team at Southside Housing Association. We are a friendly, forward-thinking organisation where innovation, flexibility and positive communication is embraced. Our focus is on quality of service and helping others. If you like to work in a fast-moving environment with a varied workload and have excellent communication and problem solving skills this could be for you.
We are looking to recruit a full time Corporate Services Assistant with relevant experience, knowledge and skills to deliver a first class, front line service to our customers and contractors. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual, passionate about doing the right thing.
The ability to work in an ever-changing environment with competing pressures is necessary and the successful candidate will be a team player with a “can do” attitude and the desire to learn new things while ensuring that our customers receive the best possible service.
A competence in using IT packages will be required.
Glasgow Association for Mental Health is one of the principal providers of community mental health services in Greater Glasgow. We are commissioned by Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership to deliver a Compassionate Distress Response Service (CDRS) for people in distress who do not require a medical or clinical intervention. We would like to recruit for our Out of Hours Pathway for Emergency Services, First Responders, the Mental Health Assessment Units etc. The OOHs service operates 7 days a week Monday through to Sunday 5pm -2am.
The service operates from our GAMH Head Office- Glasgow by the Green.
Key Skills:
Good communication skills to be able to work effectively with referrers and individuals using the service. Compassionate listening, be able to alleviate individual’s feelings of distress. Be highly resourceful in supporting individuals i.e., identifying coping strategies, self-management techniques and onward referral where appropriate. Be confident and competent to apply risk assessment, safety planning, and escalation processes where appropriate. SVQ 3 or equivalent or willingness towards achieving this qualification is essential.
Glasgow Association for Mental Health is one of the principal providers of community mental health services in Greater Glasgow. We are commissioned by Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership to deliver a Compassionate Distress Response Service (CDRS) for people in distress who do not require a medical or clinical intervention. We would like to recruit for our Out of Hours Pathway for Emergency Services, First Responders, the Mental Health Assessment Units etc. The OOHs service operates 7 days a week Monday through to Sunday 5pm -2am.
The service operates from our GAMH Head Office -, St Andrews by the Green, 33 Turnbull Street, Glasgow G1 5PR.
Key Skills:
You will work alongside the Project Leader & Team to ensure that the practice is delivered in accordance with the contractual agreement, and is compassionate, consistent, safe and effective.
Notes: You will be required to travel Scotland-wide, with potential overnight stays aware from home with expenses paid.
We’re looking for Community Youth & Family Support Workers to join our Includem Response Team working across Scotland to support children, young people, and families, when they need it most.
You will manage your own caseload ensuring support plans are developed with the young person to respond to their individual needs and supporting them to improve outcomes in line with GIRFEC principles and the organisations model of support.
You will be expected to actively demonstrate leadership and ownership over effective service delivery to young people, by managing their outcomes through use of line managers, colleagues, and organisational tools, processes, policies and procedures.
Key responsibilities will include:
A full job description can be found here.
About you
As a Community Youth & Family Support worker, you will have experience of working with young people and engaging vulnerable young people and families who are likely to have faced challenging life circumstances.
You will also have:
A UK driving license is an essential requirement to the role. Ideally it would be if you live in the central belt, but not mandatory.
If you would like further information about the role, please call Recruitment on 01414270523
Could you be part of something different? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to use their gifts, skills and experience to make a difference to the lives of the people in our parishes and communities.
We are looking for someone to work with individual congregations, to help them to negotiate transitions at key points in congregational life following long ministries, ministerial ill health, conflict, or other challenges. Working across the presbyteries of Clyde, Forth valley and Clydesdale, Glasgow and South West, you will address the issues identified by congregations, presbyteries and Faith Action using worship, pastoral care, workshops.
We believe in a world where no child ever has to live on the streets.
Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a difference? Do you have the drive to create positive change in children’s lives and inspire others to do the same? If the answer is yes, then read on to hear about this exciting opportunity.
We’re Railway Children, an international charity working to create long-lasting change for street-connected children and young people in the UK, India and Tanzania. Founded in 1996, we’ve dedicated over a quarter of a century to developing outstanding practice and services for vulnerable children and their families. As we embark on our new strategy to 2027, we have ambitious plans to ensure no child is left behind, wherever we work.
We are looking for a Regional Manager (based in the Glasgow area) to come and join our UK Programme Team.
As part of a dynamic team delivering the Safeguarding on Transport (ST) project, you will be responsible for developing our community engagement work across Yorkshire as well as supporting our wider UK programme. The role will require you to engage the public and work closely with British Transport Police, station staff and employees as well as local services in the area. You will support our innovative Safeguarding Action Groups that catalyse communities working in and around stations to combine efforts and resources to keep people safe.
Your engaging manner, strong people skills and experience managing stakeholder relationships will ensure that you are able to help create a safer rail network that is actively seeking to look out for and protect vulnerable young people.
This Glasgow based role will combine a blend of working from home with being out meeting members of the community across Glasgow and the Northwest of England - especially in and around some of the busiest stations.
What we offer
As well as helping some of the world’s most vulnerable children and young people, we offer some great perks:
The Project Manager will have responsibility for, and a key role to play in delivering major building and refurbishment projects to help us deliver on SU Scotland's 2024-2027 Strategy and the furtherance of our vision.
Working with internal & external stakeholders to plan, manage and execute projects, you’ll play a crucial role in focusing our organisational efforts and adding capacity during this exciting period in our history. This role will identify and manage issues, risks and change requests to ensure successful and on-time project delivery. The support required from this role will be agreed on a project by project basis in agreement with Project Sponsor and stakeholders.
The Support Worker will provide a combination of personal care, care at home and housing support to people with dementia in their own homes. The post holder will be part of a dedicated team that will ensure that the highest quality of service is provided.
The Support Worker will work 2 or 3 shifts per week with the flexibility to increase hours to meet the demands of the service. The Support Worker will work day shift, backshift, weekends and nightshift.
We are looking for a unique person who can support people with dementia, living within their own home in a Supported Living Service, personalised to the tenants needs.
Our support workers are our most important people as they provide front line support.
Our support workers help tenants to maintain skills and independence by providing support and care with all aspects of daily living
Successful applicants will have a positive approach to dementia. You will also have good communication skills and a caring attitude. A willingness to learn and participate in training is essential. Relevant qualifications and/or experience of working with people with dementia is essential.
Hemat Gryffe Women’s Aid is seeking to recruit a women’s worker to provide support to vulnerable women who have experienced domestic abuse.
Hemat Gryffe Women’s Aid supports women, children and young people experiencing domestic abuse, forced marriage and honour-based abuse primarily from the Asian, Black and Minority Ethnic Community.
Experience of working with women and knowledge and understanding of the impact of domestic abuse, forced marriage and honour-based abuse on women primarily from minority ethnic backgrounds is required.
A suitable qualification that meets with Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) housing support registration is required otherwise training will be provided.
The nature of our work requires a commitment to the feminist analysis of domestic abuse and to the values of Hemat Gryffe Women’s Aid. It is essential that you are bilingual and speak English and Hindi, Punjabi, or Urdu.
MsMissMrs is recruiting for a dynamic and enthusiastic Community Cook & Workshop Facilitator who shares our passion for the importance of nutritious, affordable food and the economic empowerment of women and their families in Glasgow.
This is an exciting opportunity to play an important role at MsMissMrs, leading the delivery of Batch Cook and Save workshops at our femfoods community kitchen in the heart of North Glasgow, helping us to continue our mission to empower women across Glasgow!
We are looking for a passionate and purpose-driven female who has experience of working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, and training and teaching others to cook. Ideally you will have facilitated cooking workshops in the community, working with all levels of cooking ability. You will have a good knowledge of nutrition, food groups and food budgeting and have a repertoire of hearty, healthy recipes up your sleeve, ready to share!
The core function of the role will be to lead our Batch Cook & Save workshops for women in our community, in our beautiful fully equipped femfoods kitchen in Possilpark. Working closely with women from all backgrounds you will teach the basics of cooking from scratch, nutritional information and provide economic empowerment by showing women how to shop and cook on a budget, ultimately saving money for their families.
In addition, you’ll be responsible for other kitchen duties including food orders and preparation, stock taking, cleaning and planning and budgeting for both kitchen workshops and seasonal delivery of community meals.
You will uphold a high standard of food safety and hygiene and will hold the required food hygiene standard certificates. You’ll take pride in our kitchen, and make sure it is clean, presentable and welcoming at all times.
We will offer training and access to teaching materials and previous recipes for our cooking programme and can also support the right candidate to update their food hygiene and safety certification as required for the role.
We love ideas and we love initiative at MsMissMrs, so we’d hope that you can contribute your skills, passion and experience to developing and growing our Batch Cook and Save programme further, to meet the needs of our community of women and families.
We are a small but mighty team who care passionately about addressing wellbeing inequalities and supporting and empowering women and girls to thrive. Our culture and values are of utmost importance to us as we strive to be collaborative, relational and non-judgemental in everything we do. As an integral part of our sessional team, you will share and embody these values too.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!
Background
For 425 years, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow has been improving health and healthcare for people around the world. Today, we remain the only multidisciplinary Royal College in the UK, home to more than 15,000 physicians, surgeons, dental surgeons and specialists in the fields of travel medicine and podiatric medicine.
College Vision, Purpose and Values
Our vision is to build an influential global community that enables our members to develop the skills, knowledge and influence to improve healthcare standards worldwide. Our purpose is built around delivering:
Our values support us in the delivery of our purpose, and articulate what we stand for, and the way we work. We live and work according to the values of:
Purpose of the Audit and Risk Committee
The Audit and Risk Committee’s purpose is to support the College Trustees/Executive Board and the Chief Executive Officer by reviewing the comprehensiveness and reliability of assurances on the adequacy of the College’s risk management processes, internal control environment, governance arrangements, and the integrity of the College’s Annual Report and Financial Statements.
Overview of role
The Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee, who will also be a College Trustee, will work closely with College’s President, Registrar, CEO and Director of Finance, Operations and ICT Services to guide the Committee in achieving its purpose.
The Chair of this Committee is a member of College’s Executive Board.
This role is non-remunerated. Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
Trustee responsibilities
Trustees are responsible for the overall strategic direction, leadership, supervision and control of the activities and affairs of the College. They must use all reasonable endeavours to ensure that they:
Time Commitment
The Chair will be required to attend four Audit & Risk Committee meetings, six Executive Board meetings and six Council meetings each year, an annual time commitment of roughly 40 hours. The Chair will be expected to work closely with the Chair of College’s Finance & Investment Committee.
Additional ad hoc meetings are also likely to be required.
While some in person attendance will be required, meetings are generally hybrid.
The Chair of the Committee will be appointed for a term of three years with the option of serving a maximum of two terms by mutual agreement with the Chair of the Trustees
Person Profile
College is looking for a Chair who has:
Every day people with chest, heart and stroke conditions are leaving hospital scared and alone. You can be part of our mission to make sure that there is no life half lived in Scotland.
By joining Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland (CHSS) as an Assistant Shop Manager you can be the difference between people just surviving and really living.
You will be part of Scotland’s leading health charity providing support to people with chest, heart and stroke conditions and Long Covid to live life to the full again. Our Community Healthcare Support Service provides access to a range of supported self management and community recovery services to support people across Scotland to manage their health as well as possible and adjust to life after a diagnosis of a chest or heart condition or after a stroke.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Shop Manager for the Partick store to work 3 days per week including weekend working. You’d be responsible for leading a team to engage with the community to deliver the set Key Performance Indicators. You will have the autonomy to be innovative in achieving your targets.
CHSS employees enjoy a variety of organisational benefits including: Company pension scheme, generous holiday allowance, company sick pay, employee welfare support and life assurance.
CHSS also supports flexible recruitment through Working Families and we are “Happy to Talk Flexible Working”.
In line with our commitment to safeguarding, this role is subject to a Basic Disclosure check. CHSS is committed to equality of opportunity and to providing a service which is free from unfair and unlawful discrimination. We therefore aim to ensure that no applicant, volunteer or member of staff is unfairly treated on the grounds of offending background.
We are expanding our established team. We are looking for highly motivated and adaptable individuals who have previously worked within an advice environment to join our team. We have opportunities within various projects. Some of these projects may require part of the week to be spent at an outreach location (such as health settings etc.). There is also the opportunity to work both from our offices as well as home working (Project dependent).
It is essential that you possess a detailed knowledge of debt, benefits, and financial capability. You will deliver a professional and supportive service to provide an essential and practical route forward for those in financial hardship.
You should possess a good knowledge of the Scottish National Standards for Information and Advice Providers and be able to apply this knowledge and manage casework in line with these standards. You will be familiar and competent in the relevant legislative and practice areas of Money Advice and Welfare Rights.
You will have excellent IT skills, with a flexible approach and good work ethic. Whilst a knowledge of Advice Pro case management system would be preferable, it is not essential.
A clean driving licence and own car is preferred although not essential.
Money Matters Money Advice Centre is an equal opportunity employer.
A PVG is essential for these positions.
Flexible working, part-time hours, or job-sharing arrangements will be considered for the right candidate.
GCA deliver services over 6 days per week and throughout Glasgow, East Dunbartonshire and East Renfrewshire
Role:
The Community Engagement Worker will provide a community based Alcohol Brief Intervention service in the wider community and primary care settings in Greater Glasgow in partnership with other statutory, voluntary and community agencies in the area.
In return for choosing to work for GCA, the benefits you will receive are:
Organisation Profile:
Glasgow Council on Alcohol (GCA) was founded in 1965 and is the oldest established Council on Alcohol in Scotland. GCA is a voluntary organisation working to reduce the harm caused by alcohol misuse through the provision of a range of high quality advice, information, counselling, support, prevention and education and training services.
The 'Young Start Progressions' programme at 'The Pavilion' will be a dynamic 2-year programme, led by young people, supported by staff and volunteers and by existing and new partnership opportunities. Our three-pronged approach aims to empower young individuals across various stages of their development:
We are seeking a Programme Coordinator to lead the delivery of this project as well as managing the Attainment Worker & Volunteer Development Worker posts attached to this project.
Being creative, innovative and ideas driven, to support delivery of multiple programmes of activity and be able to forge strong positive relationships with partners are key attributes for this post. The postholder will be responsible for taking a
coordinated approach to implementing activities with young people that address the key identified issues affecting them, ensuring their needs are addressed and pathways created that help them to succeed.
The postholder should have experience working with a range of age groups and are able to demonstrate experience in taking a youth-led approach to service delivery.
Working under the direction of our Team leader, Sessional Workers are key to ensuring the successful delivery of our programmes. The role will include the development and delivery of specific community/youth work projects and programmes delivered in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organisation, helping participants to develop personally, socially, and educationally. The role will include providing support to vulnerable and at-risk service users. Also responding to their needs, encouraging, and enabling achievement, self-expression, positivity, confidence, and the development of self-esteem based on equality and respect for each other.
CEMVO Scotland is a national intermediary race equality organization with the aim of building the capacity of the ethnic minority voluntary sector and its communities.
The main role of this post is to support the further development of an ethnic minority environment network that we have developed over the past 10 years which has a membership of over 100 EM groups / individuals. Thus, you will need to have extensive knowledge of climate change issues and the ability to contribute effectively to environmental policy development and decision-making processes.
The ideal candidate should also have a good understanding of race equality and the ability to empathise with the issues affecting ethnic minority communities and using that knowledge to work with mainstream environmental agencies / stakeholders to be more inclusive in environmental decision making.
The ability to help build the capacity of EMEN members is also important, so that they have the skills and knowledge to contribute and influence environmental policy.
The person will also need to have extensive skills and experience in organizing events and organizing / delivering capacity skills training, including environmental race/equalities leadership.
It is an exciting time at the DRC Youth Project! Our charity is growing, and we are looking to strengthen our team by welcoming a new motivated group worker onto our team of staff.
The DRC Youth Project is a modern youth service which offers safe spaces and supports young people. The new group worker will work together with groups of young people across DRC personal development initiatives. The aim of each group is to provide support, advice and guidance on employment, training and career and personal development for the young people. In doing this, the new group worker will liaise with relevant bodies as directed with a key focus on prevention, employability and in some cases, recovery. At the DRC, young people are at the heart of everything we do, and our aim is that every young person we work with is empowered to live their life to its fullest potential.
The group worker’s core function is to offer a variety of information and support that will help fulfil the personal development requirements of each young person. The group worker will equip the young people to meet life challenges and in particular allow them to access employment and a career path within their own aspirations and capabilities. To achieve this, the post holder will continually engage with young people utilising various DRC Youth Project resources and key specialist partners. The post holder will also support the DRC management team in the day to day running of the project’s various youth provisions.
Are you passionate about making a difference to your local community. Willing and able to give up some of your valuable time to work with a Charity who has a social ethos and values to make a difference to the local communities we serve. Then we would like you to consider applying to join the Community Transport Glasgow’s (CTG) Board as a Director.
CTG is a Charity and Company Ltd by Guarantee that was established with aims to provide relief to communities of Glasgow and the surrounding area who are in need due to age, mobility and mental and physical disability, illness and poverty.
This is achieved by providing services including affordable, reliable and accessible transport solutions to the local communities of Glasgow and the surrounding area. This includes older adults, those with mobility issues and disabilities. We provide transport solutions to over 75,000 passengers a year.
We are looking to expand our Board to enable us to draw upon a wider pool of expertise, knowledge and ideas as we look to take CTG to the next level. Key skills and experience we are looking for include those with lived experience, current member groups and individuals, academic and research, strategic stakeholders, finance, HR, marketing and community engagement.
Becoming a volunteer Board member is not just about what you can offer CTG. It is a rewarding experience that includes enhancing your leadership and governance skills, broadening your network, raising your profile and learning new skills.
Victim Support Scotland – Empowering People Affected by Crime.
We put victims and witnesses at the heart of everything we do so they are heard, have improved health and well-being, feel safer, more secure, and informed and that we are an effective organisation, that makes a lasting difference.
Who We Are?
Victim Support Scotland provides support and information to people affected by crime and campaigns for victim and witness rights. Regardless of whether a crime has been reported, or when it happened, our services are free, confidential, and tailored to individuals’ needs.
Our vision is that people affected by crime – victims, witnesses, and their families – are treated with dignity and respect and are at the heart of the justice in Scotland. Our mission is to ensure that all those affected by crime receive high quality support that will help them to recover from their experiences. All our work is guided and underpinned by our six core principles of being engaging and compassionate; inclusive and accessible; person-centred; adaptive, flexible, and responsive; collaborative; and knowledgeable and skilled. Now is the time to join Victim Support Scotland, helping us work towards the ambitions of our 5-year plan: Empowering people affected by crime: VSS Strategy 2021-2026.
VSS is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all of our service users and has a thorough and rigorous recruitment and selection process including PVG scheme checks in place to ensure this commitment is met.
What is the role
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Support Co-ordinator , working 14 hours per week.
Working pattern: Monday to Friday 8am and 8pm and Saturdays between 10am to 4pm.
Ideally we would like for the candidate to work Saturdays 10-4pm, and another day of the week in between the hours of 8am-8pm
Primary location: Can be based anywhere in the North East; Aberdeen, Dundee, Perth, Arbroath. However, the post holder will be supporting service delivery across the whole locality, with travel across the area. Our service delivery model is outreach to meet the needs of people impacted by crime.
Reporting directly to a Locality Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring, within your Service(s), that VSS’s local service development and delivery plan is being implemented within your geographical area(s). Service delivery is provided by a team of skilled and knowledgeable volunteers, you will be responsible for planning their deployment to ensure that the service delivered meets the desired outcomes of victims and witnesses of crime, our service users. Responsible for all aspects of a volunteer engagement with VSS at your services, including recruitment, induction, learning and development, ongoing performance management and support. Contributing to business planning and co-ordination ensuring that continuous learning takes place to monitor that the outcomes of service users are being met.
If you are looking for a role with a purpose, where you can really make a difference, then this may be the role for you.
What you’ll need to be successful
We are looking for someone who is experienced in a similar role and can evidence of continuing professional development, effective leadership style, able to build confidence, motivate and improve performance with a clean full driver licence. Analytical skills, must be able to understand, collect, analyse, report and present data. The ability to challenge stereotyping, prejudice, discrimination and bias. Good working knowledge of the voluntary/charity sector is required, as is a willingness to be flexible in working hours and able to travel as required.
Further details of this role are available in the job description - Support Coordinator
Please note - This post will be subject to a satisfactory PVG check.
What we offer?
When you work for Victim Support Scotland, your wellbeing is important to us. Not only do we offer an enhanced annual leave package of 39 days (Pro-rata), but you will also have access to our free health cash plan which includes cover for you and your family across a range of benefits, which include, dental cover, access to a virtual GP, counselling, legal support and discounts on gym memberships, cinema tickets, retail and much more. In addition we offer a generous pension, enhanced maternity and paternity pay and access to a credit union. Supporting employee development is important to us and we offer comprehensive learning and development opportunities.
Do you want to make a difference to our children and young people?
Do you believe that every one of Scotland’s children and young people deserve the chance to flourish?
If so, this is the post for YOU!
About Aberlour Early Intervention Family Support Service Glasgow…
Our Aberlour Early Intervention Family Support Service, based in Glasgow will work in partnership with children and young people (aged 12 years and under) and their families to develop relationship-based, strengths-focused whole family support.
What we are looking for....
We are looking to recruit two Family Support Workers, each working 37.5 hours per week one covering a period of Maternity Leave within the team and the other being offered as a fixed term contract until 31st March 2025. As a Family Support Worker you will develop a person-centred working relationship with your families, based on a model of ‘VOICE, VALIDATION and HOPE’. As a Family Support Worker, you will work directly with families to build on their existing strengths and interests, help children and families build skills and confidence and strengthen community connections. Our ambition is to help children, young people and families feel safe, confident, capable, and included, offering support when it is needed, including evenings and weekends. We believe in working alongside families, empowering them to lead positive change in their own lives in a variety of settings including family homes, schools, and within the community.
We are looking for candidates who are experienced in working alongside vulnerable families to assess strengths and needs as well as plan, deliver and evaluate interventions and strategies which enable families to thrive. You will have experience of child and adult protection issues and of working with children, young people and parents/carers affected by domestic abuse, mental health and/or substance misuse. You must share our vision that collaborative working and relationship based early intervention is the best option for children and families who are feeling overwhelmed or excluded.
Ideally you will hold a relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 7 or above, together with relevant experience of working directly with children or young people and their families.
Not afraid to test new ways of working, you will bring a fresh, caring, and collaborative approach which recognises strengths and responds empathically to the needs of children, young people, and their families – this will include early mornings, evenings, and weekend work.
At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team. To have a look at our values to understand more about what we are looking for from our employees click here
What we offer...
As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers. Find out more about our Employee Benefits and our commitment to Equality and Diversity here.
If you believe in children having the best start in life, then this could be the rare opportunity you’ve been looking for!
Who are we and what do we do?
Early Years Scotland is Scotland’s leading national Third Sector specialist organisation that supports our youngest children from pre-birth to 5 years of age.
Our fully qualified early years Family Engagement Practitioners work directly with children and their families to deliver our unique EYS Stay Play and Learn sessions in a variety of settings including nurseries, community halls, schools and prisons. We work increasingly in prisons, and areas where there are children and families who have the greatest need and will benefit most from our services.
We have been established for over 55 years, and we are very proud of our long and ever-growing track record in supporting Scotland’s youngest children to have the very best start in life.
What does the job involve?
Your key responsibilities will include leading a team of staff in the development, delivery and evaluation of early intervention and prevention community services for young children pre-birth-5 years and their families, providing management and leadership, managing budgets and fully participating as an active member of the management team.
We will welcome your application if you have
In return….
We offer a highly competitive salary, a range of employee benefits, excellent professional development opportunities and the chance to be truly instrumental in making a difference to the lives of young children across Scotland.
The Communications and Campaigns Officer will play a key role in delivering effective communications and campaigns around Carers Trust’s work in Scotland. This role is central to continuing to raise the external profile of the charity and ensuring our communications amplify awareness of the lived experience of unpaid carers, and the good work happening across our network of local carer organisations.
This is a broad role, supporting the development and delivery of communications to generate support and awareness of unpaid carers and our work in Scotland.
We are looking for someone who will put carer voice at the heart of our communications and in campaigns in Scotland.
We are looking for someone to join our Corporate Services team: the Finance Assistant is responsible for ensuring all financial processes are executed to an extremely high standard. The ideal candidate will bring experience of processing financial transactions using Sage or similar, and be a friendly and motivated self-starter with good communication skills.
Based in our Glasgow office, this is a part-time post of between 2-3 days. We are currently operating a hybrid working policy with a minimum of one day per week in the office. This position is a 24-month Fixed-Term Contract initially with the potential to become permanent.
The Support Worker will provide a combination of personal care, care at home and housing support to people with dementia in their own homes. The post holder will be part of a dedicated team that will ensure that the highest quality of service is provided.
We are looking for a unique person who can support people with dementia, living within their own home in a Supported Living Service, personalised to the tenants needs.
Our support workers are our most important people as they provide front line support.
Our support workers help tenants to maintain skills and independence by providing support and care with all aspects of daily living.
Successful applicants will have a positive approach to dementia. You will also have good communication skills and a caring attitude. A willingness to learn and participate in training is essential. Relevant qualifications and/or experience of working with people with dementia is essential.
For a full job description and person specification please see the attachments section of this advert.
The successful candidate for this post will be subject to a criminal check through Disclosure Scotland.
At Beatson Cancer Charity we support and enhance the treatment, care and wellbeing of current, former and future cancer patients and their families. We work in partnership with the NHS, The Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre (BWoSCC) and all related facilities. We also offer the wider community a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of cancer care.
Our Specialist Health and Work Service (SHAWS) supports people who are affected by cancer, and their families, to plan for and manage the impact cancer can have on their employment. Our team of Specialist Practitioners provide advice and support across a range of issues such as return to work planning, reasonable adjustments and making decisions about the future as well as self-management techniques designed to enhance an individual’s coping strategies.
Role Purpose
The SHAWS Practitioner will work as part of a small team managing their own client caseload and delivering group self-management workshops. Based on the Biopsychosocial model, this requires triaging, assessing, and providing ongoing support to patients, carers and employers. In addition, they will contribute to the development and promotion of the service as a specialist resource across professional and community settings.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for triage and assessment of new referrals based on a biopsychosocial model.
- Support planning and provision of ongoing support/coaching utilising validated assessment tools as part of support.
- Monitor progress during the course of SHAWS and wider multi-disciplinary care provision.
- Undertake risk assessments and risk management for individual clients and refer on as appropriate in response to client need.
- Manage emotional/distressing conversations sensitively and compassionately.
- Devise and deliver SHAWS Workshop programme, in conjunction with SHAWS colleagues and colleagues across wider Care Services.
- Devise and develop employer sessions based on our ‘We’re with you at work’ toolkit.
- Contribute to on-going service evaluation and development via reflective practice, case review, evaluation framework and relevant audit.
- Maintain professional requirements and responsibilities in regard to supervision and professional development.
Essential Candidate Criteria
- Educated to a degree level or equivalent within a relevant field (Health, Psychology, AHP, Nursing, Social Sciences, Education).
- Awareness of key health and work legislation e.g. The Equality Act 2010.
- Experience of working with people in a healthcare, community or social work setting.
- Experience of working autonomously to assess, devise and deliver a personalised support plan.
- Understanding of psychological risk and levels of psychological support.
- Experience and strong understanding of validated assessment tools and their use in planning and delivering support.
- Understand the principles of psycho-educational approaches.
Person Specification
- Skilled and experienced practitioner.
- Strong assessment and support planning skills.
- Sound understanding of evaluation and research.
- Enhanced communication skills.
- Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations/conflicts.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work flexibly and in partnership with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Self-motivated with an ability to inspire and motivate others.
About Simon Community Scotland
Simon Community Scotland is the largest provider of homelessness services in Scotland.
Our vision is for everyone to have a safe place to live with access to the support they need. Every day we help make positive things happen for people facing extremely difficult circumstances.
Everything we do is about and for people: the people we support, our staff, our partners and everyone affected by homelessness.
Our values are built into every area of activity and tell the story of how people remain at the heart of the Simon Community.
Job Summary
The Simon Community is Scotland's leading homeless charity. We are creative and innovative. We get things done with care and compassion that make a difference to our community, being true to our values. We are a community of staff, volunteers and the people that we support.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about changing expectations and experiences of people we support, many of whom have experienced significant trauma, exclusion and stigma. They often engage in risk taking behaviours that put their physical and mental health, and their lives at risk. Despite the challenges they face they have incredible resilience, survival skills and a wicked sense of humour. They know what a good, and not so good service looks like.
As part of Scotland's first Managed Alcohol Programme you will:
- support our community to manage and control their alcohol consumption;
- provide lifestyle advice;
- support access to our on-site and partner health support;
- provide emotional and socialisation support.
There is a rolling rota including night shifts.
Job Purpose
As a support worker it will be your job to work with a team to:
- Help people in our community to manage and recover their mental health
- Support people who use drugs and alcohol to do so as safely as possible
- Support people who choose to reduce or stop their drug and alcohol use to do so safely
- Help people in our community to build a positive network of connections that will help them to gain and sustain their own housing
- Provide emotional and practical support to our community
- Any other duties directed by your service lead
Glasgow South Carers Centre provides services to unpaid family Carers, who look after a family member or friend who cannot manage alone due to illness or disability, including Young Carers and their families.
Applicants must have an understanding of and commitment to the needs of carers, have excellent written and oral communication skills, have experience of support planning, providing an information and advice service, planning and delivery of services to support carers, have strong admin, communication and organisational skills and have a knowledge and understanding of the policy drivers for unpaid carers, especially in relation to the Carers Act.
Experience is essential, a willingness and commitment to learning is key, underpinned by strong administrative, communication and organisational skills, and be competent using social media platforms.
The Carer Engagement Co-ordinator should have a relevant qualification in Health, Social Care, Education or Community Development and have experience appropriate for this post.
Candidates should have experience in delivering presentations and working collaboratively. The post will involve working with Statutory, Third Sector and Community Organisations in the South Locality, Citywide and National Organisations.
We are looking for a responsible individual to develop and deliver a challenging and progressive youth work programme in a safe industrious and supportive environment working mainly with young people between ages of 10-25 from BME and Roma backgrounds within Pollokshields and Govanhill.
Principle Duties:
Person Specification
We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate the following competencies to a high level and want to use to the full in their work. We will be looking for evidence of all the following key competencies during the selection process, if you are shortlisted.
The individual will be required to work a number of evenings during the week, due to the nature of the services provided to young people.
Essential Experience
Essential Knowledge/skills
Blue Triangle is a social care organisation that empowers people to thrive, by delivering solutions in connected communities which focus on the needs of each individual. We are looking for enthusiastic people who share our values (Kind, Passionate and Creative) to join our services accommodating and supporting people experiencing homelessness and empowering them to thrive.
Blue Triangle recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
What we offer:
Aside from offering a supportive and friendly environment where our people are valued and appreciated, we’ll see that your hard work and drive to succeed is rewarded.
And many more!
About the Role:
We’re seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to be responsible for reviewing and improving our existing internal Quality Management and Auditing Systems (including policies and procedures), who will ensure that suitable and appropriate file audit procedures are in place and are adhered to, thereby making our filing and record systems fit for purpose regarding Care Inspectorate, SSSC and/or Local Authority inspections and legislative requirements. To find out more about being our Quality Assurance Manager, click the link below:
About You:
Experienced with extensive knowledge and understanding of social care and of quality systems within Housing and Social Care environments. With a keen eye for detail, you will ensure all Blue Triangle Auditing systems, policies and procedures are held to a high standard and quality. Used to working in a team and also independently, you will assist our Central Support and service teams in a quality assurance capacity.
Moreover, you should possess the following qualifications and attributes:
We care about one another whilst taking pride in the service we offer. You will be working in a company with a strong identity and with the guidance and support of experienced Senior Managers you will be able to develop in your career.
Are you a motivated individual with a passion for higher education and a desire to make a meaningful impact? Whether you have experience in fundraising, philanthropy, or related fields such as communications, marketing, or community engagement, we want to hear from you!
With a legacy of changing the world for six centuries, the University of Glasgow is proud to be among the top 100 universities globally. Our rich history of innovation inspires our current generation of world-changers.
We're seeking a Philanthropy Officer - Trusts to join our dynamic Development and Alumni team. In this role, you'll play a crucial part in raising funds from trusts, foundations, and other grant-making bodies.
As a Philanthropy Officer - Trusts, your primary responsibilities will include coordinating five- and six-figure fundraising approaches and nurturing personal relationships with key stakeholders, as well as coordinating stewardship and reporting activities. Additionally, you will handle data reporting and requests, create tailored communications for major trusts, work closely with the Gift Management team to ensure accurate financial reporting and banking, and support the development and updating of fundraising materials.
This post is full time (35 hours p/w) and open-ended. Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.
About the Organisation
St Paul’s Youth Forum (SPYF) aims to alleviate the worst effects of poverty in the Blackhill/Provanmill area of Glasgow through our programmes for young people and our local community, focusing on eating, education, exercise and empowerment.
Purpose of the role
Are you passionate about using your skills and talent make a difference to the lives of the people we support? Fundraising is a crucial part of our work at SPYF and allows us to continue our life-changing work with our local communities.
As our Fundraising Officer you will work across St Paul’s Youth Forum (SPYF) to build our fundraising capacity across the organisation. The role will be managed by our Molendinar Community Centre Manager and will have plentiful opportunities for networking and professional development for candidates looking to establish themselves in a career in community development and fundraising.
This is a year-long position funded by the Rank Foundation as part of their Time to Shine programme. Time to Shine provides a unique learning and development opportunity for a candidate who is underemployed or looking for a career change to grow their leadership potential. The programme’s distinctive culture incorporates a range of personal and professional development activities for the Time to Shine leader. Please see attached candidate guide from The Rank Foundation for more information about this programme.
We are looking for someone who is keen to work with dedicated and passionate colleagues and who is a good fit with the values of our organisation. For this role, having the right mind-set, attitude and approach is as important to us as having the right experience and skills. We appreciate that the best person might not yet have all the general requirements listed, so if you feel that your current skills and experience will help you to make a great contribution in this role and you have the right mind-set, we would welcome an application from you.
Our Buchanan Galleries Store has just celebrated its 2nd birthday, and we are looking for a talented Shop Manager, with a passion for providing excellent customer service.
As the Shop Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the shop. You will engage with customers and ensure that goods donated are prepared and checked in, in line with all organisational and statutory requirements.
Volunteers are at the heart of our shop and as Shop Manager you will be responsible for inducting, training, and supporting our shop volunteers.
You will also manage our online pre-loved shop on Vinted.
This role is perfect for someone creative, who loves working with people and wants to help make a difference to the lives of children and families attending the Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow.
Scottish Refugee Council is seeking a skilled Data & Impact Officer to join our team. The Data and Impact Officer will be responsible for implementing systems that collate data and evidence to monitor outcomes and demonstrate the impact of the work of Scottish Refugee Council. The role will support data gathering, recommend improvements to existing systems and contribute to Scottish Refugee Council’s aim to lead a step-change in evidence and experience informed policy and service development.
The post holder will be part of a small team, working closely with Senior Management, collaborating across the organisation and with a range of external stakeholders including, funders, suppliers, independent evaluators and partners, to ensure appropriate and robust monitoring tools and systems are in place to measure outcomes and capture learning and impact.
About us
Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. Every year, we provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland, standing up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland.
The vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and can achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.
Employee benefits package
Would you like to make a difference for refugees living in Scotland?
We are currently looking for a Fundraising Officer. Working as part of the Funding Development department, you will contribute towards our Individual and Community Giving Programmes, maximising engagement with donors and voluntary income in support of our vital work with refugees in Scotland.
About us
Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. Every year, we provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland, standing up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland.
The vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and can achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.
Employee benefits package
This post will be subject to a disclosure check.
Govan HELP has exciting development plans for the future, and we are looking to recruit new trustees to our Board, strengthening governance to help lead the organisation through the next phase of our development.
About Govan HELP
Govan Home and Education Link Project (Govan HELP) is a local Family Support charity based in the heart of the community in the Govan area of Glasgow. Our services aim to support children and families from the local area to overcome problems, build resilience and confidence, and achieve overall improvements in the quality of family life.
We offer five different services at Govan HELP, these being: Family Support, Play Therapy, Training and Volunteering, Adult Counselling and our most recent development, The Govan Pantry, which has evolved from a food bank project set up in response to the pandemic. We have close links with schools, social work and health colleagues in the local area and work collaboratively with organisations to achieve stronger outcomes for children and families. In addition, we work with a wide range of third sector partner agencies to build a more holistic package of support for families, tailored to their individual needs.
We know that the kinds of issues our families face can be wide ranging and include things like physical and mental health conditions, drug and alcohol addiction, housing and debt issues, domestic abuse, and trauma. These issues are further compounded by the impacts of poverty and deprivation which is widespread in the communities of Greater Govan. Our services aim to alleviate many of the symptoms of poverty and deprivation, and we take a holistic approach to resolving the issues that families are struggling to cope with to ensure we can support families to achieve positive social, economic, and educational outcomes. Our services are often a lifeline for families who are facing complex and difficult circumstances and aim to respond to needs within the local community by developing local solutions that are aligned closely with needs.
More information on our services is available as govanhelp.org
Why become a Trustee at Govan HELP?
Trustees have an important role at Govan HELP. They share responsibility for governing us as a charity, setting our strategic aims and directing how we’re run on a day-to-day basis. Trustees’ activities also include vetting and administering funding applications and representing us at events. The ultimate goal of Trustees is to ensure that everything we do maximises the benefit for our service users — that is, families in Govan.
We are a registered charity, so Trustees must ensure we comply with current charity laws and guidelines as set out by the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You may find it helpful to look at OSCR’s guidance for charity trustees.
Are you eligible?
We aim to have a Board that is representative of our diverse stakeholder base and anyone can apply who believes they will add value to the charity. The role of a Trustee demands commitment, but it’s also stimulating and very rewarding!
This year, we are looking to recruit new Trustees to join the Board at Govan HELP.
In particular, we are looking for nominees with the following knowledge and experience:
While we welcome applications from all parts of society, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from candidates from black and minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, and those local to the Govan area
Are you known for your exceptional organisational skills and your ability to deliver first class support?
This is a unique opportunity to join SCIAF as an Administrative Assistant. By providing administrative assistance across teams, you will play a vital role in supporting the team who manage our development programmes overseas.
About SCIAF
SCIAF is the official overseas aid and development agency of the Catholic Church in Scotland. Our mission is to enable the poorest to lift themselves out of poverty and work together to protect our common home, help people recover from disaster, and inspire people in Scotland to put their faith into action. SCIAF works in partnership with local and church organisations, supporting communities across Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East, to bring about lasting change. We reach out to those in need, regardless of age, race or religion and believe in supporting the whole person, including their spiritual wellbeing, political voice, cultural and community life.
The Role
As a member of the Central Services team, you will contribute to the achievement of SCIAF’s vision and mission by providing administrative support across the organisation but predominately to the Integral Human Development department and by providing excellent customer care to SCIAF’s supporters prominently by telephone and occasionally be email.
Who we’re looking for
The successful candidate will be a self-starter with strong administration skills who can work autonomously, take ownership of projects, and consistently shows initiative in moving them forward. Also essential to the role is a hands-on team player, willing to get stuck in. Previous experience of call handling will be a major advantage. You will have a can-do attitude, experience of working in a fast-paced environment and have a flexible approach to your role.
Safeguarding
SCIAF undertakes to ensure that all staff, volunteers and relevant others, whose work might involve contact with children, will have completed additional recruitment procedures and have obtained a satisfactory PVG Check from Disclosure Scotland. We would also confirm that all staff are expected to adhere to a Code of Conduct which specifies the attitudes and behaviour that all staff are expected to maintain.
Govanhill Community Development Trust promotes the social, economic and environmental regeneration of Govanhill. We do this through the provision of affordable workspaces locally and a programme of community development activity. We are a wholly-owned subsidiary of Govanhill Housing Association – a community controlled Registered Social Landlord operating in the Govanhill and Merrylee areas of Glasgow. The Association owns and manages 2,800 homes and provides a Factoring Service to a further 1,400 owners. It has a substantial Development, Major Repairs and Planned Maintenance Programme and delivers wider regeneration activity in partnership with Govanhill Community Development Trust.
We are seeking a dynamic individual to support people looking for work by providing employability advice and assisting them to access opportunities for volunteering, work placements and training.
Central to the role will be support for a caseload of individuals at different stages of work readiness. Many local residents face additional barriers to work and so a flexible and creative approach will be required. As well as individual action planning, the postholders will support individuals with job search, CV building, job applications and interview techniques. They will also provide some in-work support and engage with local employers and organisations to identify opportunities. Postholders will also work with colleagues in GCDT and Govanhill Housing Association to ensure that a full package of support can be put in place for local people to improve their education, health, housing, awareness of local services and social connections. A positive, team-based approach will therefore be required with a focus on providing high quality standards of service.
This is a new role which is initially funded to end March 2026 but with the possibility of extension for two further years. The postholders will be joining a supportive and dynamic team of community-based workers who are committed to improving the quality of life for local people.
The Mental Health Foundation is recruiting for a Project Officer to support our exciting Art of Family Life project.
This exciting Project Officer role will coordinate the delivery of the ‘Art of Family Life’ project funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. This role will take an innovative approach to bringing together heritage learning to positively impact on the wellbeing of people from refugee and asylum-seeking backgrounds living in Scotland. Key tasks of the role will include recruiting volunteers and sessional workers to support an oral history collection programme. This will be followed by a creative process to explore how the heritage of family life among families from refugee backgrounds can be curated and shared publicly.
What does the role involve?
Requirements
What skills, knowledge and experience are we looking for?
Safeguarding is Everyone’s business – Mental Health Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all its beneficiaries, those who surround them, its staff, volunteers, and anyone else who comes into contact with its services and expects all trustees, staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate vetting procedures (proof of eligibility to work in the UK, proof of residency and satisfactory employment screening, including a Disclosure check and two most recent references) along with 3-year renewals of Disclosure checks. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK.
We have a brand new role to support access into residential treatment for substance misuse across Scotland.
Starting salary of £30,500 per year, with opportunity to access potential yearly salary increments subject to appraisal, meaning potential salary increase up to £36,000.
Following the Scottish Government National Drugs Mission and associated funding our Care Inspectorate Registered Residential Care Services have grown significantly in Scotland. As such we have a brand new role to support access into residential treatment for substance misuse across Scotland – Customer Engagement Manager – Scotland.
Our Glasgow based residential service is well established and has been open for over 30 years. In 2022, we opened Scotland’s first national specialist family service (Harper House) providing opportunity for mums and or dads to access residential treatment whilst remaining the primary carer for their children. This year we are opening another facility in West Aberdeenshire (Rae House) with a day service and housing provision in the City to further support access to residential support.
The role
As Customer Engagement Manager for Scotland you will play a pivotal role in the establishment of pathways into our new service as well as building and maintaining relationships/pathways into our existing provision.
As the largest provider of residential treatment services in the UK you'll be supported by a charitable organisation with extensive experience in launching and managing top-tier registered care services.
You will be supported and guided by the Head of Residential Access and Placements and have peer support through the Customer Engagement Manager – England. In addition, you will work closely with the Scottish Residential Managers and admissions teams to ensure seamless access to our services and developing the customer experience from referral through to admission and beyond.
To find out more about the role please contact Jessica Douglas – Head of Residential Access & Placements at jessica.douglas@phoenixfutures.org.uk
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About Phoenix Futures
Join a legacy of over 50 years in providing rehabilitation services. At Phoenix Futures, we're committed to rebuilding capacity in the residential rehab sector across England and Scotland. Your dedication will contribute to our mission of delivering hope and transformation to individuals and families affected by addiction. We believe in being the best, we are passionate about recovery, and we value our history.
Read more about our history and guiding principles on our website here.
Would you like to come and work at the number one Union in Scotland (as voted in the recent Whatuni Student Choice awards)? Strath Union is looking for a talented Adviser to join our growing team.
The Advice Hub offers independent, confidential advice to students on a wide range of issues, including student funding and finance, academic advice, housing, and general student life and wellbeing. This role will provide a professional, confidential, and accurate advice and support service to students, seeking to empower them to understand their rights and take action to resolve issues. The post-holder will be committed to developing the quality & impact of advocacy and advice for our members.
Provan Hall Community Management Trust are seeking new Trustees
Provan Hall is an A listed medieval building located in Auchinlea Park, which sits at the heart of Easterhouse, Glasgow. It is the best example of a medieval fortified house in Scotland with records of its existence dating back to the 1470s. The building has recently undergone a £3m restoration by Glasgow City Council that will safeguard this important heritage asset as a new hub for heritage learning and engagement, and a visitor gateway to the Seven Lochs Wetland Park.
Following its restoration, Provan Hall is managed and operated by the independent charity, Provan Hall Community Management Trust. The aim of the Trust is to engage and inspire local people to value and take part in caring for their local heritage and to put Provan Hall on Scotland’s tourism map. We are an ambitious organisation with a community heart. We aim to provide opportunities that connect local people and visitors to Provan Hall through inclusive and creative means of heritage interpretation, activities and volunteering. To develop our sustainability, we generate income through venue hires, a gift shop, by acting as a filming location and through donations.
Provan Hall Community Management Trust formed in 2017 during the building’s restoration and we opened Provan Hall in September 2023 to the public. Since 2023, we have made strides in developing our resilience and sustainability for the future. We have high hopes for continuing to develop our community engagement and initiating our tourism strategies. This is an exciting time to join our Trust in the early stages of our building operation, to help lay strong foundations for a bright future.
The board of Provan Hall Community Management Trust would like to hear from anyone who feels they have skills, knowledge or experience that can support our vision and specifically, we are seeking skills in the following:
Number of meetings per year: 4 – 6, Daytime meetings
Support and opportunities:
Working closely with the LEAP team, the post-holder will be expected to provide administration and digital platform support for the programme delivery, communications, and operational work of LEAP. Predominantly this will involve our website, GSuite, and CRM system, but will include many other online systems and packages. The role is varied and would suit someone with experience of office administration and using online data systems. The postholder will have the opportunity to contribute to a variety of projects and initiatives, and a willingness to collaborate and work closely with colleagues is essential. The post-holder will work from the base of the charity in Glasgow but may need to attend events elsewhere from time to time.
We are seeking a motivated, skilled and reliable person with experience in training or education. You will have a good working knowledge of LGBTIQ+ identities, and be able to positively convey this information through (online and in-person) training for the sport and physical activity sector.
This comes at a time that we seek to grow our training and education offer, and develop our work with sport and physical activity stakeholders. Working collaboratively within the current team, the Training & Development Officer will deliver LGBTIQ+ awareness training and produce resources, all seeking to improve access and participation to sport and physical activity, whilst contributing positively to the organisation's mission and goals.
Location: The post-holder will primarily work from our Glasgow office, which can be combined with some home-working. Training delivery and partnership working will involve travel to work in other areas in Scotland.
PATH (Scotland) is a small, dynamic award-winning national charity established in 1998 to address the absence of BAME communities in housing and employment using the positive action provisions of equalities legislation. We also run employability, mentoring and leadership programmes across Scotland.
We have an opportunity for a positive, motivated individual to lead our small team and develop our activities and services.
The Manager will be responsible for providing leadership and developing and implementing PATH (Scotland)’s business plan. They will represent PATH (Scotland) at all levels and ensure effective engagement with stakeholders. They will manage staff, ensure financial control and support and advise on good governance.
Glasgow West Housing Association Ltd is a voluntary, not for profit organisation and a registered charity. With history dating back to 1978, we have a vision of shaping thriving communities. With over 1500 rented properties: Homes are our purpose, service and sustainability is our priority.
We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced highly motivated individual to join our Tenancy Team in the post of Services Officer. As Services Officer you will take charge of processing tenancy management requests, handle rent collection and recovery and support the wider team in the delivery of all tenancy services functions.
The successful candidate will have a relevant housing qualification and/or relevant experience, have a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, be performance driven, excellent communication and multi-tasking skills, and demonstrate a high level of customer service.
A summary of key tasks include:
In return, GWHA offer generous EVH Terms and Conditions including:
Post subject to satisfactory Disclosure Check.
Blue Triangle is a social care organisation that empowers people to thrive, by delivering solutions in connected communities which focus on the needs of each individual. We are looking for enthusiastic people who share our values (Kind, Passionate and Creative) to join our services accommodating and supporting people experiencing homelessness and empowering them to thrive.
If successful, you will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 6 months of your start date. After registration, there is a requirement to be qualified and to maintain professional learning, which we will support you to achieve.
Blue Triangle recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
What we offer:
Aside from offering a supportive and friendly environment where our people are valued and appreciated, we’ll see that your hard work and drive to succeed is rewarded.
And many more!
About the Role:
As a Support Worker, you’ll work as part of a team in providing safe, secure, supported accommodation for the people who use our services. You’ll do this by providing practical and emotional support and encouraging them to achieve their own personal outcomes in all aspects of their daily lives.
Main Responsibilities:
This Support Worker role working at Kilmarnock Whatriggs involves working on a rota covering various dayshift patterns. This role involves working 35 hours per week. The Support Worker will:
About You:
We care about one another whilst taking pride in the service we offer. You will be working in a company with a strong identity and with the guidance and support of experienced Managers you will be able to develop in your career.
Living Rent is continuing to build membership and power across Scotland. And just now, we are hiring a communications officer.
We are looking for a full-time or part-time role to support Living Rent’s capacity to deliver social change for the benefit of Living Rent members. The organiser will promote Living Rent’s work, develop and publicise the key narratives of the organisation to build the power of the organisation.
About the job: The role entails three aspects (which will be adapted for part-time). Firstly, the organiser will be responsible for supporting local communications in Edinburgh and Glasgow. Specifically, the organiser will support members, branch communication officers and staff members to effectively use communications to further the branches’ and the union’s overall goals, by developing and delivering press, communication and social media plans for local and city campaigns. Secondly, the role will support the national activities of the communications department. This will entail the creation of social media content in the form of videos and graphics and supporting with emails and keeping the website updated. Thirdly, the role will entail some support for the union to grow its recruitment capacity through communications.
Qualifications: We are looking for someone keen to work with a young organisation and passionate about member-run and diverse organisations and determined to build working-class power. Experience in communications, press relationships, training delivery, community education or campaigns is welcome; however enthusiasm, willingness to learn and commitment to social justice are more important than previous experience as training will be provided.
Reports to: Head of the Communications Department
Women on Wheels, a Glasgow based community cycling hub for women and non-binary people, is seeking a dedicated Project Coordinator. Our purpose is to encourage and facilitate women & non binary people in the community to get back on a bike or to cycle for the first time. Our programmes are designed and led by women and
non-binary people, focusing on a range of cycling & social activities.
We are looking for a Project Coordinator to deliver on two exciting new projects: a Teen programme and a Volunteer programme. As these are new projects, this is a fixed term post for 12 months, with the possibility of extension subject to funding.
The successful candidate will be an experienced and qualified Cycle Trainer and a self-starter who is able to establish effective relationships with a range of external stakeholders and take accountability for the success of the two new programmes.
Key Responsibilities:
As the Project Coordinator, you will be responsible for the successful establishment and delivery of the Volunteer programme and the new Teen programme. The role involves:
● Overseeing the day-to-day running of operations related to their programmes.
● Recruiting, developing and supporting a team of volunteers.
● Ensuring the successful implementation and delivery of the volunteer and teen programmes.
● Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders.
● Monitoring and reporting on the programmes’ progress and performance.
● Reporting to the Project Manager.
A full breakdown of the role and key requirements are outlined in the Job Description.
To help you fully settle into the role, you will be supported a highly effective team of staff
members, seasonal workers and volunteers.
Location:
This post is for 2 days per week, worked flexibly, and is based at the Women on Wheels Hub, Govanhill Workspace, Unit 4, 69 Dixon Road, Glasgow, G42 8AT. It is expected
that the post holder will work in the Hub (or be delivering sessions offsite) two days per week to align with the staff team.
We offer:
Glasgow Quaker meeting Centre Coordinator
The Glasgow Quaker Meeting House is a four-storey Victorian building in the city centre. We are looking for someone to manage our lettings and staff sympathetically and effectively and promote the building as a resource for the surrounding community and for Quakers.
Quakers use the building regularly for quiet worship and meetings. Alongside Quaker use, we have three rooms available for hire to outside groups: some book regularly and others for one-off events.
The post will be for 10 hours per week, working flexibly, mainly from home, but also at meeting house, at a salary of £8,328 (£31,200 pro rata).
North Glasgow Integration Network SCIO (NGIN) is currently seeking new Board Members. NGIN is governed by a voluntary Board of Trustees, who guide and oversee our organisation. Our board is made up of people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, with an interest in supporting asylum seekers & refugees and all New Scots in Glasgow,
The main aim of NGIN is to support asylum seekers and refugees who are accommodated in North/North East Glasgow communities. Led by the needs and interests of people accessing the service, NGIN connects people with services that will support them and hosts and promotes tailored events and opportunities. The charity works with people on an individual and group basis to help them to feel safe, develop the confidence to integrate with the host community and to have an improved quality of life.
Our Board wishes to expand its skills base and welcomes individuals with relevant financial, community and business experience, aligned with a belief in social justice and financial inclusion. We are looking to attract individuals with skills and experience ranging from social media, human resources, community learning & development, finance/fundraising, marketing and, most importantly, an interest in the wellbeing of New Scots. Given our aims and commitment to diversity, we encourage applications from all genders, the BAME community and people with additional support needs.
The position of trustee is a voluntary position but travel expenses and other reasonable expenses accrued when carrying out the role will be paid.
Time Commitment
We ask board member candidates for a minimum commitment of attending 1 meeting every quarter, held online or in person, with email contact on matters arising between meetings. Alongside this, additional requests may be made for support with board activities such as recruitment of staff on an occasional basis.
North Glasgow Integration Network SCIO (NGIN) is currently seeking a new Chair of Trustees. NGIN is governed by a voluntary Board of Trustees, who guide and oversee our organisation. Our board is made up of people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, with an interest in supporting asylum seekers & refugees and all New Scots in Glasgow,
The main aim of NGIN is to support asylum seekers and refugees who are accommodated in North/North East Glasgow communities. Led by the needs and interests of people accessing the service, NGIN connects people with services that will support them and hosts and promotes tailored events and opportunities. The charity works with people on an individual and group basis to help them to feel safe, develop the confidence to integrate with the host community and to have an improved quality of life.
The role of chair, alongside being a board member, is to chair board meetings and annual general meetings, provide line management support to the lead worker of NGIN, and work with other office bearers to ensure that the board, staff and volunteers at NGIN are all able to work effectively for the benefit of the people using NGIN services.
Our Board wishes to expand its skills base and welcomes individuals with relevant financial, community and business experience, aligned with a belief in social justice and financial inclusion. We are looking to attract individuals with skills and experience ranging from social media, human resources, community learning & development, finance/fundraising, marketing and, most importantly, an interest in the wellbeing of New Scots. Given our aims and commitment to diversity, we encourage applications from all genders, the BAME community and people with additional support needs.
The position of chair is a voluntary position but travel expenses and other reasonable expenses accrued when carrying out the role will be paid.
Time Commitment
For the role of chair we ask for availability to attend online meetings with the lead worker 1-2 times per month to provide strategic support to the organisation and line management support to the lead worker role. As with all board members we are also seeking commitment to attend 1 board meeting per quarter, held online or in person, with email contact on matters arising between meetings. Alongside this, additional requests may be made for support with board activities such as recruitment of staff on an occasional basis.
North Glasgow Integration Network SCIO (NGIN) is currently seeking a new Treasurer. NGIN is governed by a voluntary Board of Trustees, who guide and oversee our organisation. Our board is made up of people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, with an interest in supporting asylum seekers & refugees and all New Scots in Glasgow,
The main aim of NGIN is to support asylum seekers and refugees who are accommodated in North/North East Glasgow communities. Led by the needs and interests of people accessing the service, NGIN connects people with services that will support them and hosts and promotes tailored events and opportunities. The charity works with people on an individual and group basis to help them to feel safe, develop the confidence to integrate with the host community and to have an improved quality of life.
The treasurer would work closely with the lead worker to provide regular financial updates for the board, prepare annual accounts and budget forecasts and support the aims of the organisation through effective financial management of the funds received through grant awards and donations.
We are looking for an individual with an interest or experience in accounts and finances. We would also welcome skills in other areas relevant to the wider work of the board in steering the organisation such as social media, human resources, community learning & development, finance/fundraising or marketing. We are looking for candidates with a belief in social justice and financial inclusion and an interest in the wellbeing of New Scots. Given our aims and commitment to diversity, we encourage applications from all genders, the BAME community and people with additional support needs.
The position of treasurer is a voluntary position but travel expenses and other reasonable expenses accrued when carrying out the role will be paid.
Time Commitment
For the role of treasurer we ask for availability to attend online meetings with the lead worker once a month to effectively support the financial management of NGIN. As with all board members we are also seeking commitment to attend 1 board meeting per quarter, held online or in person, with email contact on matters arising between meetings. Alongside this, additional requests may be made for support with board activities such as recruitment of staff on an occasional basis.
About Simon Community Scotland
People are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Day-by-day, person-to-person, we tailor what we offer to what people need. We’re here to provide consistent, friendly and informed support so that people can explore options and take ‘the next step’ towards a positive future. We welcome people with a wide range of skills and experiences to our team – including those who have lived through homelessness. To make a difference we need to work flexibly, with everyday-leadership, humour and a ‘can do’ spirit. We want to make it easy, make it right, and make it happen – not only for the people we support, but also for each other. Our #OneTeam ethos is core to who we are, and it means caring for and supporting each other regardless of our role, service or location. This is how we roll. We want people who share these values to join us and become a part of the Simon Community Scotland family.
Job Summary
The Simon Community is Scotland's leading homeless charity. We are creative and innovative. We get things done with care and compassion that make a difference to our community, being true to our values. We are a community of staff, volunteers and the people that we support.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about changing expectations and experiences of people we support, many of whom have experienced significant trauma, exclusion and stigma. They often engage in risk taking behaviours that put their physical and mental health, and their lives at risk. Despite the challenges they face they have incredible resilience, survival skills and a wicked sense of humour. They know what a good, and not so good service looks like.
Job Role
Working in pairs and supported by a team of volunteers, our RSVP Street Outreach Team has a 365 day presence across Glasgow City Centre. The team provides practical and emotional support to people who are currently or are at risk of sleeping rough in Glasgow including those who are/have been subject to immigration control. This includes refused asylum seekers, people awaiting settlement under the EUSS, and recently granted refugees.
We support people to access accommodation, engage with health and wellbeing services as well as a wide range of support services.
The team work to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with a range of external partners (local authorities, support providers, emergency services, the home office etc) to ensure the support we provide is co-ordinated and minimises the number of nights an individual sleeps rough.
We adopt a harm reduction approach in our practice and an element of this includes providing harm reduction equipment, advice and Naloxone. Full training is provided.
This service primarily engages with people in Glasgow City Centre, however, we also support people in the South and West of the City. We are supported by our volunteer led StreetCycles Service to engage with and support these individuals.
The 3 teams within RSVP (The Access HUB, Street Outreach Team & Intensive Outreach Support Service) work closely together to provide joined-up, cohesive support for the Individuals we support. These roles require the flexibility to work across all RSVP services if necessary and availability to work shifts 7 days per week, 365 days per year.
These roles also require a level of visibility, promotion of Simon Community Scotland, interaction with members of the public and the ability to walk a number of miles in all weather conditions.
At SCDC, we believe communities matter.
SCDC is an independent charity in Scotland, designated as the lead national organisation for community development.
We are looking for new Board members to help lead SCDC into its next decade of development. If you are passionate about community development, democracy, social justice and community empowerment, this is your opportunity to make a difference to people and communities across Scotland. Applicants will have a value-led approach to the social justice agenda and a creative and innovative philosophy to the development of a key national organisation such as SCDC.
You will be knowledgeable about the policy and practice environment for community development in Scotland. We are interested in the following skills and experience:
We are particularly interested in hearing from people with a disability, people from different ethnic groups, people with different faiths or religion, younger age groups and people with different sexual orientations or identities.
This post is not renumerated but all reasonable expenses incurred will be met.
Simon Community Scotland is the largest provider of homelessness services in Scotland.
Our vision is for everyone to have a safe place to live with access to the support they need. Every day we help make positive things happen for people facing extremely difficult circumstances.
Everything we do is about and for people: the people we support, our staff, our partners and everyone affected by homelessness.
Our values are built into every area of activity and tell the story of how people remain at the heart of the Simon Community.
The Simon Community is Scotland's leading homeless charity. We are creative and innovative. We get things done with care and compassion that make a difference to our community, being true to our values. We are a community of staff, volunteers and the people that we support.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about changing expectations and experiences of people we support, many of whom have experienced significant trauma, exclusion and stigma. They often engage in risk taking behaviours that put their physical and mental health, and their lives at risk. Despite the challenges they face they have incredible resilience, survival skills and a wicked sense of humour. They know what a good, and not so good service looks like.
As a residential support worker you will:
- support the development of life skills and homemaking in preparation for a tenancy,
- provide emotional support,
- help to reduce harm caused by homelessness and trauma.
As a support worker it will be your job to work with a team to:
- Help people in our community to manage and recover their mental health
- Support people who use drugs and alcohol to do so as safely as possible
- Support people who choose to reduce or stop their drug and alcohol use to do so safely
- Help people in our community to build a positive network of connections that will help them to gain and sustain their own housing
- Provide emotional and practical support to our community
- Any other duties directed by your service lead
Our values support:
- Warmth and positive regard
- Inclusion and participation
- Innovation and personalisation of care and support
- Ambition
- Partnership
- Learning and leadership
Your key responsibilities to support those values will be:
- Developing honest and open relationships with our community that foster trust
- Using our training and reflective practice to develop additional skills to support and respond appropriately to our community who have experienced trauma
- Working with people in our community with a wide range of experiences and cultural backgrounds with dignity, respect and kindness
- Working as part of a team with a range of experiences and knowledge to the benefit of our community
- Supporting our community to influence their care and support to meet their goals - Fostering connection, hope, a positive identity and meaning in life and a sense of control for our community
- Working with other teams in SCS and with partners to support good outcomes for our community
- Seeking opportunities that will make a difference to our community
- Ensuring that our places reflect the respect we hold for our community
Training and Qualifications:
Essential:
- SVQ 3 social care or willing to work towards
- SSSC Registered or willing to become so
Desirable:
- Trauma informed practice
- Assist/MHFA/SafeTalk trained
- Naloxone trained
- Mental health or addictions qualifications
Experience
Essential:
- Experience of providing support to people with a range of challenges including homelessness, mental ill health and addictions
- Experience of working in a fast paced environment which requires quick decision making
Desirable:
- Lived experience of homelessness
- Experience of working with a range of agencies as a team
- Networking and connecting skills
Knowledge and Skills
Essential:
- Experience of working with people with a variety of individual and cultural beliefs
- Ability to use empathy and relational skills to build positive relationships with our community and colleagues
- Understanding of and ability to work within ethical and relational boundaries
Desirable:
- Knowledge and understanding of homelessness, addictions and mental health
- Understanding of services that support homelessness,addictions and mental health
- Evidence of good communication skills, written, verbal and digital
Personal
Essential:
- Able to lead by example.
- A team player.
- A desire to learn and to develop innovative practice
- Honest, ethical and keen to overcome obstacles
- Flexible, responsive
Could you help decide how National Lottery money supports communities in Scotland?
We are recruiting four new Scotland Committee members for an initial period of up to four years. The Scotland Committee sets the strategic direction and policy framework for our work. It oversees effectiveness and impact and takes strategic funding decisions. We are looking for additional members who will add to the broad base of knowledge, skills and experience of the existing Committee.
We are a place-based and relational funder, so it is vital that our Scotland Committee reflects this approach. In our recruitment, we will seek to achieve a balance of membership which is diverse and inclusive, representing the communities we serve.
We are looking for candidates with:
This is a significant opportunity to be involved in an organisation transforming people’s lives. If you believe you have the background and personal qualities needed, we would be delighted to hear from you.
East Park is seeking suitable skilled and motivated people to join its Board of Trustees in an exciting and challenging period.
East Park provides excellent, child focused education and residential care to children and young people with complex additional support needs, including autism spectrum disorder, physical and sensory impairments, and challenging behaviours. With the young person at the centre and working with external partners, our work focuses on seeking innovative, personalised approaches which enable each individual to reach his or her maximum potential.
Established in 1874, East Park’s services have developed considerably over many years and is now a niche and specialist service provider in education and care and has ambitious plans to improve its campus facilities and the general environments around East Park.
To help support the organisation going forward East Park seeks skilled and motivated individuals to join the Board of Trustees. As a non-executive member of the Board you will play a central role in developing strategy, monitoring quality and governance and supporting the provision of education and care services.
East Park seeks individuals who possess strategic vision, good independent judgement, and have the ability to work as part of a diverse team. We are keen to hear from you if you have high level experience in:
Above all, East Park seeks people who share our values and wish to support vulnerable children and young people in fulfilling their potential, that understand the challenges of the sector and will fulfil a constructive and supportive role in furthering the values and objectives of East Park.
The Board meets around 6 times per year for 2-3 hours on a weekday. Although the role is non-remunerated reasonable expenses will be reimbursed with training provided.
Please note – Board appointments are dependent on satisfactory references and PVG Scheme membership.
Treasurer Wanted
Ricefield Arts & Cultural Centre is a registered charity and social enterprise for the exploration and promotion of Chinese culture and has an excellent reputation for delivering original and inspiring creative experiences, cultural events and workshops to community groups, public institutions and arts audiences around Scotland.
We are currently looking to appoint a Treasurer to join our small Board. The Treasurer will be responsible for managing all financial matters on behalf of our organisation and will be responsible for ensuring that the organisation has robust financial processes to ensure it meets its legal and constitutional requirements. It will also be the responsibility of the Treasurer to report the financial position at the board meetings. While we encourage and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, we are keen to hear from candidates that have experience of charity financial management or are chartered in a suitable accountancy field.
All Trustees are required to attend monthly board meetings, either at our office located in the heart of Glasgow city centre or via Zoom. In addition, we ask Trustees to attend our annual board development day, important meetings with stakeholders and some events and projects, where possible. As Ricefield Arts is a social enterprise, the role also involves serving as our Board of Directors.
Please note that this is a voluntary role, however, travel expenses incurred in carrying out board duties will be fully reimbursed.
Welcoming, Connecting and Supporting Families and Visitors is at the core of what we do here at the Croft!
Providing practical and emotional support, information and advice to the families impacted by a loved one’s imprisonment at HMP Barlinnie to help make their visiting experience the best it can be under the circumstances
Do you want to help make a difference to the lives of families affected by another’s imprisonment – this is a group of people, including many children, often marginalised and severely impacted, practically, emotionally and financially by the actions of another. Want to learn new skills in the process? - you can by becoming a volunteer Board Member for the Croft HMP Barlinnie’s Visitors Centre.
What we are looking for
We are looking to recruit a number of Board members.
We welcome applicants from any background and experience, including people who have been personally impacted. We welcome all skills but do have particular skills gaps we would love to bring on board–
What you get from being a Board Member
Background
For more information about the Croft and its work see:
Visit our new website: thecroftfamilysupport.org
Visit our Facebook page: facebook.com/CroftVisitorsService
Click on this article to read about just some of the work we do: cjg-annualreport23.co.uk/2023/08/21/supporting-families-cost-of-living-crisis-a-year-of-reflection
Could you be Key?
Being a support worker is a role where you can make every day matter. It's a job with challenges that make your heart beat faster, where you can give something of yourself and empower amazing people on their journey through life.
At key we support disabled people of all ages to make every day matter.
We are passionate about being the very best employer we can be, ensuring our staff feel well supported and valued in their roles. As well as being part of a supportive, local team you will be eligible for:
Join us and make every day matter! Support Workers and Relief Support Workers.
No experience necessary! Training and support will be given to help you achieve your full potential.
If you would like to get involved in support work but cannot commit to a contract due to other commitments, we also have opportunities for you to complement our existing workers by joining our relief register of bank support workers. This will mean you can work in a way that best suits you and fits with your life.
The Supported Housing Worker role requires assisting in the management of the development thus ensuring the tenants are able to enjoy an acceptable standard of living in an environment which is clean, safe and friendly. You will be responsible for overseeing the wellbeing of the tenants and for assisting them in maintaining their independence.
As Housing Care Worker your role will involve working with our tenants to ensure they receive the support and personal care identified in their care plans. You will directly support tenants in their homes by providing individual advice, practical housing support assistance and personal care.
Both roles are to ensure that we are able to offer the best service to our tenants and make it possible for our tenants to continue enjoying as much independent living as they’re able.
As well as a competitive annual salary, our valued team also benefits from:
We also have opportunities with our Trust Staff Agency - for employees who want to work across different locations, in various roles, with highly flexible hours to suit family commitments - it's a great opportunity with the same training and development that our other roles benefit from.
Previous experience working in social care or the housing sector would be an advantage but this is not always necessary. Our ideal candidate is someone with enthusiasm, a caring nature and willingness to learn as full training, support and ongoing development will be provided.