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Paisley Housing Association is a Housing Association and registered charity situated in the heart of Paisley. We own over 1300 properties and provide a factoring management service to over 280 owner-occupiers. We also operate in close partnership with other Housing Associations in Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire as part of the FLAIR group.
Following a funding award from the Advice in Accessible Settings Fund, Paisley Housing Association is recruiting for a temporary Money Adviser (to 31st March 2028) to join our advice service to deliver this project. Working under the direction of our Advice and Projects Manager, you will be part of a successful and supportive team committed to providing an effective and efficient, holistic advice service to our tenants and communities.
We are looking for a motivated and organised individual who will uphold and promote Paisley Housing Association’s vision, mission, and values. You will contribute to creating a “Safe, Happy, Healthy and Thriving Community” by supporting a wide range of corporate functions and helping the organisation deliver excellent services.
The Money Adviser will assist the Advice and Projects Manager and Money Advice Co-ordinator to facilitate the delivery Benefits and Debt Advice and support the Association in becoming accredited by the FCA. The Money Adviser will act as the first point of contact for customers accessing this service.
Although this job will be based from Paisley Housing Association’s office, there will be a requirement for outreach activities in other community settings with the potential for working from home in line with any Hybrid Working arrangements in place, as agreed with line manager.
If you feel you have the skills, knowledge, experience and personal attributes to make a major contribution to our organisation, we would be delighted to receive your application for the position of Money Adviser.
In return, the Association provides an excellent benefit package including;
• An excellent working environment, with hybrid working.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Modern office facilities in the heart of Paisley Town Centre
• Employers in Voluntary Housing (EVH) Conditions of Service apply to this post.
Paisley Housing Association is a Housing Association and registered charity situated in the heart of Paisley. We own over 1300 properties and provide a factoring management service to over 280 owner-occupiers. We also operate in close partnership with other Housing Associations in Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire as part of the FLAIR group.
Following a successful funding bid to the Energy Redress Scheme, Paisley Housing Association is recruiting for a temporary Home Energy Adviser (to 31st March 2028) to join our advice service to deliver this project. Working under the direction of our Advice and Projects Manager, you will be part of a successful and supportive team committed to providing an effective and efficient, holistic advice service to our tenants and communities.
The partner Housing Associations are Paisley HA, Barrhead HA, Bridgewater HA, Ferguslie Park HA, Linstone HA and Williamsburgh HA. The Home Energy Adviser will join us at an exciting time and will assist in the development and delivery of a valuable and high profile project.
The overall purpose of the job is to provide an effective and efficient advice service, focussing on Fuel Poverty and energy use within the home. The Home Energy Advisor will facilitate the delivery energy advice, acting as the first point of contact for customers accessing this service. Providing advice and support for tenants, factored owners and the wider community of the partner Housing Associations, dealing with enquiries relating to energy usage within the home.
Although this job will be based from Paisley Housing Association’s office, there will be a requirement for outreach activities at other Housing Associations and in other community settings with the potential for working from home in line with any Hybrid Working arrangements in place, as agreed with line manager.
If you feel you have the skills, knowledge, experience and personal attributes to make a major contribution to our organisation, we would be delighted to receive your application for the position of Home Energy Adviser.
In return, the Association provides an excellent benefit package including;
• An excellent working environment, with hybrid working.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Modern office facilities in the heart of Paisley Town Centre
• Employers in Voluntary Housing (EVH) Conditions of Service apply to this post.
UWS Students’ Union is seeking External Trustees to join its Board.
This is an opportunity to contribute to the governance and strategic direction of a student-led charity at a significant point in its development. We are building on a period of strong performance, democratic reform and high student engagement, while preparing to develop our next Strategic Plan.
Our members are students at the University of the West of Scotland, Scotland’s leading widening access university. We are therefore seeking trustees with senior-level experience and strategic insight, who are motivated by social impact, equity and improving outcomes for students.
About the role
External Trustees support the governance, oversight and long-term sustainability of the Students’ Union.
Working alongside elected student officers, student trustees and staff, you will:
- Contribute to setting strategic direction and monitoring progress
- Provide independent judgement and constructive challenge
- Support effective financial oversight and risk management
- Ensure the organisation operates in line with its charitable purpose and legal obligations
Trustees are not involved in day-to-day operational management.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking individuals with significant senior leadership experience who are comfortable operating at Board or senior decision-making level.
Following a recent review of Board skills and capacity, our priority areas are:
- Finance and income generation
- Strategic planning and organisational change
- People leadership and HR
- Digital, communications or data-informed decision-making
We welcome applications from across the voluntary, public and private sectors. Experience of charity governance is beneficial but not essential.
Above all, we are looking for individuals who understand the importance of widening access to education and are motivated by supporting a diverse student community.
About UWS Students’ Union
UWS Students’ Union is a registered charity representing over 19,000 students across five campuses. We work in partnership with the University while remaining an independent organisation accountable to students.
Our members are drawn from the University of the West of Scotland, Scotland’s leading widening access university. This context shapes our work, with a strong focus on equity, student voice and ensuring all students are supported to succeed.
Trustees play a key role in ensuring our strategy, services and governance reflect the realities of students’ lives.
Time commitment
- Board meetings take place quarterly (typically evenings)
- Additional committee meetings and occasional strategic sessions
Eligibility
As a registered charity and company limited by guarantee, Trustees are both charity trustees and company directors.
Applicants must not:
- have unspent convictions involving dishonesty
- be an undischarged bankrupt
- be disqualified from acting as a company director