Jobs in Highland

Our team is growing, we're looking for passionate, proactive people who want to make a real impact helping young people and parents under 30 across the Highlands, with a special focus on the Inner Moray Firth area.

What you'll do:

• Work one-to-one with service users to help them set goals and achieve them.
• Run fun, practical workshops and group sessions that build skills and confidence.
• Support service users into training, qualifications, and real job opportunities.
• Keep things organised – from paperwork to progress tracking – so we deliver for our funders.

What We're Looking For

• You know how to connect with young people and inspire them.
• You can make learning engaging and practical.
• You help people overcome challenges and believe in themselves.
• You keep records straight and deadlines met.
• You know your way around local employability services, SQA awards, or have experience in informal youth work settings.

Why join us?

Barnardo's Works Highland is all about giving young people the tools, confidence, and opportunities to succeed. From construction academies to industry access and wellbeing support, you'll be part of a team that changes lives every day.

Sound like you?

Find out more at barnardos-ets.org.uk or contact Barbara Brown on 07738 262843 or barbara.brown@barnardos.org.uk

Pay & Reward Framework

We know that our colleagues go above and beyond in delivering our vital work, driven by their passion and commitment to Barnardo's values. We also know that we can only realise our ambitions and achieve better outcomes for more children, thanks to the talent, hard work and creativity of our people.

For all these reasons, we are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, to ensure it is fair, attractive and progressive, which was rolled out in April 2023. This is a positive change for the charity, and a part of our People & Culture Strategy. It will assist us in supporting colleagues to belong, thrive and grow in their colleague journey at Barnardo's and in time will offer clear routes of progression for colleagues in both their career and their pay.

Whilst the full pay band and salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint between the minimum to mid-point of the pay band – this ensures that pay steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours. More details on Barnardo's pay framework can be found upon application.

Benefits

Workplace Offer: What it means for you

Our hybrid working initiative is based on trust, flexibility and empowerment. We understand our workplace offer means different things to different people, and we encourage those conversations. This may mean working at one of our stores, services, working at home, in the community, at one of our Collaboration Hubs or depending on the role any combination of these. Please read through the advert carefully to understand the remits of hybrid working that will be specific to the role.

• Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements.
• Annual Leave entitlement for full-time colleagues is 26 days per annum, increasing to 27 days per annum, after 3 years Barnardo's service, 29 days per annum, after 5 years Barnardo's service and 30 days per annum, after 7 years Barnardo's service. Those working less than full time are entitled to the same level of holiday pro rata
• The ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via our HolidayPlus scheme
• A host of family friendly leave options including company Maternity Paternity and Adoption pay; together with all family additional leave options
• Service related sick pay from day 1
• Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution from Barnardo's. Ability to pay via salary sacrifice to garner both tax and NI savings on your own contribution
• Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings for all staff contributing to our Group Personal Pension
• Cycle2work scheme
• Interest free season ticket loans
• Discounts and cashback from at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via our Benefit Portal
• 20% discount at Barnardo's stores
• Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc
• Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support
• Access to Barnardo's Learning and Development offer

*T&C's apply based on contract

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and cultivating a culture where everyone can belong and thrive through inclusion and connectivity. We want our workforce to be reflective of the communities we work with, and for equality, diversity and inclusion to be embedded in everything we do. We are a Disability Confident Leader, are progressing our ambition to be an anti-racist organisation with Anti-Racism Commitments and actions in place and have networks for colleagues who are disabled, LGBT+, Black and Minoritised Ethnic and Women. We particularly encourage applications from Black and Minoritised Ethnic and/or disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. For disabled applicants, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Our basis and values

Finding strength through support.

The Stroke Association is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. We provide tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke.

We’re here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life.

It’s only thanks to the generosity of our supporters and donors that we can provide vital support.

Stroke Association is driven by our ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means we’re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by Our approach to solving inequity in stroke, we are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across our charity.

We are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Stroke Association and we are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how we work.

We are a Disability Confident employer, and we are making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. Our charity has a variety of staff network groups, and we're committed to continuously improving our diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we’re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you’re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the Engagement Team in Scotland. As this post will cover the Highlands of Scotland, ideally you will be based in that region.

Reporting to the Engagement Lead for Scotland the (Engagement Officer) will raise awareness of stroke and our support offers, engage with key stakeholders to gain a better understanding of the needs of stroke survivors in rural communities across the Highlands to develop a model of approach that can be utilised to reach more stroke survivors and their families across rural Scotland.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Raising awareness of our universal services and resources with stroke survivors and carers.
• Working with both primary and secondary care healthcare professionals, ensuring they know what resources and services are available to signpost patients to, including our Helpline, telephone befriending, online community and activities.
• Listening to a wide network of stakeholders, including charities, healthcare professionals and community networks, to raise the profile of stroke and create a report on identified local needs.
• Gaining a better understanding of the best way to reach and support people affected by stroke in remote and rural communities, informing our work nationally.
• Identifying and recruiting stroke survivors/carers who are willing to share their lived experience and act as Connectors.
• Helping Connectors set up and run novel support services (e.g café groups, cooking classes) in their local community.

You will have experience of:

• Working with and supporting a wide range of stakeholders
• Managing and developing volunteers
• Working with support groups
• Supporting networks
• Working in partnerships with other organisations including those in the voluntary sector, health and social care
• Working in advocacy, campaigning, community engagement and development
• Developing support using co-production with service users
• Collecting data and producing reports
• Being adaptive to best meet the needs of the people we support
• Knowledge of key policies including General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), safeguarding and health and safety
• Addressing health inequalities and championing diversity internally and externally
• Excellent IT skills
• Excellent communication skills, including confident public speaking skills
• Behaviours and Competencies

This role requires extensive travel across the Highlands. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role.

To fulfil the role, applicants must be based in the Scottish Highlands and have the right to work in the Scotland.

About Us

The Elsie Normington Foundation (ENF) is a Highland-based charity supporting children and young people with disabilities and complex needs. Our Haven Centre in Smithton is home to the Haven Café, a welcoming community café open to the public and centre users. All profits from the café directly support ENF’s charitable work across the Highlands.

The café also provides supported training and work experience opportunities for young adults with additional support needs, helping them build confidence, skills, and independence in a safe, inclusive environment.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and organised Café Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of the Haven Café. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will be responsible for delivering excellent hospitality while supporting and developing a team of volunteers, including young adults with learning disabilities and additional support needs.

This role suits someone who thrives in a community-focused setting and wants to combine strong café management skills with genuine social impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operation of the café, including opening and closing procedures
• Deliver excellent customer service and maintain a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere
• Supervise, mentor, and train café volunteers, adapting tasks to individual abilities
• Ensure full compliance with Food Safety, Environmental Health, Health & Safety, COSHH, and safeguarding requirements
• Operate barista equipment and oversee food preparation where required
• Develop and maintain menus, including allergen and dietary information
• Manage stock control, supplier relationships, orders, and deliveries
• Use the EPOS system, complete financial reconciliation, and maintain accurate records
• Oversee cleaning schedules, risk assessments, and quality assurance processes
• Promote the café locally and support social media activity
• Work with senior management and trustees to improve profitability and explore growth opportunities such as external catering

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience in a café or hospitality management role
• Strong knowledge of Food Safety, Health & Safety, and Environmental Health legislation
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or supporting young people with learning disabilities or additional support needs
• Barista experience and confidence using coffee machines
• Experience using EPOS systems and handling cash reconciliation
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to manage stock, suppliers, and equipment effectively
• A patient, empathetic approach with the ability to adapt training to individual needs

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working with young people with disabilities or complex needs
• Menu planning and external catering experience
• Budgeting, business development, or income generation experience
• Marketing or social media promotion experience
• Experience delivering hospitality training or vocational qualifications

Why Join Us?

• A rewarding role combining hospitality with social impact
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people
• Supportive leadership and a values-driven organisation
• Competitive salary and permanent contract

For the past nine years, Bethany Christian Trust have been delivering a community-based addiction recovery program in Scotland. As the demand for this service grows, we are looking for a candidate who will lead, develop and deliver Bethany’s Bridge to Freedom program within a group setting. A significant part of the role will also be to facilitate and develop recovery and resettlement work in partnership with churches and other organisations around Inverness.

It is essential that you have experience in facilitating, planning and working with vulnerable people in a community setting. A qualification in Social Work, Social Care, Community Education or related discipline is essential, or a willingness to work towards such a qualification.

As Bethany is a Christian organisation this post carries an Occupational Requirement in line with Equality Act 2010. Applicants should have and be able to evidence an active Christian faith and commitment.

Successful applicants for this post will require membership of the PVG scheme.

We are committed to helping our employees flourish personally and professionally. Below are a few examples of the ways we support our employees.

• Bethany provides 30 days of annual leave initially to all contracted staff, rising to a maximum of 40 days depending on length of service.
• Bethany provides enhanced payments for maternity, paternity, and adoption.
• Bethany operates a company pension scheme to which all staff are auto-enrolled, with option to opt out. We will match any staff member’s pension contribution up to a maximum of 5%.
• Bethany provides a death in service benefit scheme.

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to support the ambitions of a rural community in Highland Wester Ross?

Wester Loch Ewe Trust (WLET) was formed to benefit the community of Wester Loch Ewe

specifically to

• manage community land and associated assets for the benefit of the Community and the public in general; to
• advance community development, including rural regeneration within the Community;
• advance education for all ages in the Community, and the public at large, with the object of improving the conditions of life of the Community;
• provide, or assist in providing, facilities and/or activities for those in need in the Community by reason of age, isolation, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage;
• to provide, or assist in providing, facilities and/or activities, for recreation and for the advancement of the arts, culture, history and heritage to be available to members of the Community and the public at large, with the object of improving the conditions of life of the Community;
• to advance conservation and preservation of the natural environment, and of buildings and sites of architectural, historic, cultural or other importance to the Community.

WLET’s voluntary Board of Trustees seeks to appoint a committed and capable individual to help make a step change in their capacity to support the local community. Providing support to the Board, acting as the point of contact with funders and stakeholders and actively progressing a range of projects, this post has transformative potential.

In addition to supporting a range of volunteer led services, the Trust is currently working on two significant projects:-

1. Phase 2 of the redevelopment of The Old School, Inverasdale

2. Poolewe development project

Candidates for the post of Development Manager are likely to have a background in charity and financial management or business development, have the ability to multi-task across a range of projects and have good experience of working in and for place-based communities. A track record in income generation, marketing and fundraising would be desirable.

The post holder will be required to explore and develop the potential for new initiatives both within and beyond existing projects. They will contribute significantly to strategic discussions and work closely with the Trustees. We are looking for a team player with great ideas, a practical hands-on approach and strengths in communicating and building relationships.

This post is funded by Foundation Scotland through the Recovery and Resilience Programme and administered by DTAS (Development Trusts Association Scotland).

The job description is varied so if you think you meet some or most of the criteria, please get in touch or apply.

Contract: The post is currently fixed term for 2 years.

The post holder will be an employee of WLET with 5 weeks annual leave and pension contributions will be paid. There is potential for the post to become permanent, subject to the success of the post holder in securing recurring core funding.

Start date: The successful candidate should ideally be able to start work in February 2026.

Location: While aspects of the role may be deliverable remotely, we are seeking a candidate who is able to live in or near to Inverasdale and be present at The Old School when necessary. The establishment of strong community relationships will be important.

To discuss the role, please contact Liz Nicholson on 07967 115317

We are recruiting a Fundraising Officer to join Held In Our Hearts, where you will play a vital role in helping to raise funds

that directly support families impacted by pregnancy, baby and infant loss.

This is a meaningful and varied role focused on building strong relationships with local communities, individuals, volunteers, and grassroots groups across Scotland. You will support colleagues to develop creative, accessible, and engaging fundraising activities that empower supporters and ensure sustainable income for our services.

We are seeking someone with warmth, empathy, initiative, and energy – someone who thrives on connecting with people, meeting targets, and inspiring communities to make a difference. This is a unique opportunity to be the local face of our work, fostering support and compassion in every interaction.

This role requires travel across Scotland to attend events and engagement opportunities, this will also result in some weekend and evening work, for which time off in lieu will be given.

Are you ready for a new, exciting opportunity to further develop your career in the charity sector? Join our dynamic team at Street League and make a real difference in the lives of young people across the UK! We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Youth and Community Coach.

Here at Street League, sport is at the heart of what we do and is what makes us successful. We support young people holistically, recognising the inextricable links between wellbeing, health, and employment.

The Role:

The Youth and Community Coach forms part of the Street League Delivery Team and works in partnership with the Progressions Coordinator in delivering and administering Street League’s programmes in their specific local area.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Street League’s launch in North Scotland working within the Highlands - Inner Moray Firth region. As a Youth and Community Coach, you’ll recruit and engage young people, deliver engaging sport and personal development sessions and support young people to gain the confidence and skills they need to transition into employment, education and training

You’ll work closely with the Progressions Coordinator to bring Street League’s programmes to life in the Highlands, build relationships with local schools, community organisations, and partners, and help establish our presence in this exciting new area.

You will be responsible for:

1. Engaging young people in local communities and online, as well as establishing and maintaining community partnerships.

2. Recruiting and registering young people onto Street League activity.

3. Delivery of community-based street sports, and the Street League Academy Programme.

4. Creative sports and team building activities aligned to Street League’s practice framework and qualifications.

5. Data entry and compliance for all Street League activity.

Don't miss this chance to be a part of our mission and help change the game for young people in the UK.

Are you ready for a new, exciting opportunity to further develop your career in the charity sector? Join our dynamic team at Street League and make a real difference in the lives of young people across the UK! We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Progressions Coordinator.

Here at Street League, sport is at the heart of what we do and is what makes us successful. We support young people holistically, recognising the inextricable links between wellbeing, health, and employment.

The Role:

The Progressions Coordinator works in partnership with their delivery partner (Youth & Community Coach) in delivering and administering Street League’s core programmes in their specific local areas.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Street League’s launch in North Scotland working within the Highlands Inner Moray Firth region. The Progressions Coordinator works in partnership with their delivery partner (Youth & Community Coach) to deliver and administer Street League’s core programmes, supporting young people to move into employment, education, or training.

As part of the launch team, you will play a key role in establishing Street League’s presence in the Highlands — developing strong relationships with local partners, employers, and referral agencies to ensure effective programme delivery and sustained outcomes for young people. You will help shape the success of this new area by providing high-quality support and progression pathways that transform the lives of young people through the power of Sport and Education.

You will be responsible for:

1. Securing employment, education and training opportunities for Street League participants and supporting them to progress. You will do this by locally securing and sharing job/training opportunities for young people.

2. The delivery of Street League’s Academy, in which you will deliver group employability and personal development workshops and qualifications.

3. Establishing and maintaining partnerships with referral agencies and develop further partnerships with employers or colleges in order to secure suitable opportunities for our participants.

4. Monitoring and reporting are essential to this role.

Don't miss this chance to be a part of our mission and help change the game for young people in the UK.

Are you ready for a new, exciting opportunity to further develop your career in the charity sector? Join our dynamic team at Street League and make a real difference in the lives of young people across the UK! We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Operations Manager.

Here at Street League, sport is at the heart of what we do and is what makes us successful. We support young people holistically, recognising the inextricable links between wellbeing, health, and employment.

The Role:

Overall responsibility for our North Scotland Operations, you will oversee the implementation, management, and strategic development of Street League’s programmes across the Highland Inner Moray Firth region — based in Inverness — as part of an exciting new regional launch. In this role, you will not only establish and strengthen our presence locally but also drive the longer-term ambition of expanding and growing Street League’s impact across North Scotland, shaping the future of our regional operations.

You will play a key role in establishing and growing Street League’s presence in the Highlands, building strong partnerships with local authorities, schools, employers, and community organisations to maximise impact.

You will be responsible for delivering agreed operational and income generation targets, ensuring effective financial management, and maintaining the highest standards of delivery. Reporting to the Head of Operations (HOO), the Operations Manager will be a key member of the Operations Management Team within Street League and will contribute to and lead on the implementation of strategies that shape future operational delivery, growth, and community engagement across Scotland.

Don't miss this chance to be a part of our mission and help change the game for young people in the UK.

You can download the recruitment pack here.

Do you want to work in a committed, flexible and caring team, at the heart of an inspiring national charity?

Are you motivated by our vision of people with and without learning disabilities sharing life, friendship, homes and spirituality?

Could your professional and people skills help people live fuller lives, and build a more human society?

L’Arche has 11 Community clusters around the UK. We stand for inclusion and full lives for people with learning disabilities. We combine brilliant care with rich community. We aim to show what life with learning disability can be, what life-giving social care can be, and what community, meaning and togetherness can be in our society.

You will find L’Arche a rewarding place - to work, to make society kinder, and to find fun and friendship in the process. If you are anything like me, you may also find yourself changed too, by the L’Arche way of seeing and being in the world.

This role provides effective HR support to all employees and in the two L’Arche Communities located in Scotland (Edinburgh and Inverness), in line with L’Arche’s identity, mission and values.

As a Human Resources Manager, you will support the Community Leaders and Coordinating Teams, provide advice and guidance to all leaders on best practices in HR matters, and ensure that the two Communities meet all of their regulatory obligations with regard to the employee life cycle.

You will ensure the implementation of employment legislation and compliance with Safer Recruitment, national policies and initiatives, and SSSC requirements.

This role will supervise two training coordinators and have dotted line management of HR admin.

If you like the sound of that, please get in touch and explore this with us.