Charity registered in Scotland SC009292
CALA is a leading third sector charity based in the Highlands. Childcare and early learning lies at the heart of our work; through partnership with local authorities, social enterprises and other third sector organisations, CALA promotes a culture of "getting it right for every child", helping to make Scotland the best place to grow up.
Join our Board. Shape brighter childhoods.
Care and Learning Alliance (CALA) - Highland's largest independent childcare provider - is growing - and we're looking for new Trustees to help shape what comes next.
As one of Scotland's leading third sector providers, we support children, families and the childcare workforce across Highland, Moray and beyond - championing rural and island communities and making the case for childcare as essential infrastructure - while our wide range of family support and play services provide inclusive opportunities for children and families to learn and play together.
As a Trustee, you'll help set our direction, strengthen our governance and champion better outcomes for children and families.
You don't need previous board experience - we provide full induction, training and support. What matters is curiosity, sound judgement and a commitment to our values.
We'd especially love to hear from people with experience in:
- Finance or accountancy
- HR and people management
- AI, data governance or cyber security
- Estates or facilities management
The commitment: a voluntary role, four Board meetings a year plus strategy days, with a three-year term.
Come and join a dynamic, growing organisation that recognises that YOU are the difference that makes a positive impact every day on the lives of children, young people and their families.
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Family Links Worker to support children and families across Lochaber, working in partnership with local services to improve outcomes.
Applicants must live within reasonable commuting distance of Lochaber and hold a full, clean driving licence with access to a car for work purposes.
Place of work: Hybrid – mixture of working from home (equipment provided) and associated schools, with an expectation of frequent travel within Lochaber and, occasionally, to Inverness and across Highland to fulfil aspects of the role – travel allowance provided.
Qualifications: relevant qualifications and or experience of working alongside families in a supportive role.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013 and the Amendment Order 2023.
The successful applicant will be required to become a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme & register with the SSSC.
Come and join a dynamic, growing organisation that recognises that YOU are the difference that makes a positive impact every day on the lives of children, young people and their families.
We are seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Family Links Lead to take a lead role in supporting children and families across Lochaber, strengthening partnerships with local services, coordinating effective support, and driving improved outcomes for families and communities.
Applicants must live within reasonable commuting distance of Lochaber and hold a full, clean driving licence with access to a car for work purposes.
Qualifications: Educated to relevant degree level or equivalent and/or relevant professional experience
Place of work: Hybrid – mixture of working from home (equipment provided) and associated schools, with an expectation of frequent travel within Lochaber and, occasionally, to Inverness and across Highland to fulfil aspects of the role – travel allowance provided
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013 and the Amendment Order 2023.
The successful applicant will be required to become a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme & register with the SSSC.