Coalition of Carers in Scotland
Coalition of Carers in Scotland

Charity registered in Scotland SC039434

The Coalition of Carers in Scotland exists to advance the voice of carers by facilitating carer engagement and bringing carers and local carer organisations together with decision makers at a national and local level.

Through our membership we connect with carers and carer-led organisations from all local authority areas and from many different caring communities, ensuring that carers from the Borders to the Shetlands have the opportunity to have their views heard.


Current vacancies

Top job! Project Officer - Carers Championing Change

  • Part time
  • £41,082 pro-rata
  • Remote: Home-based across Scotland
  • Closing 12th October 2026

The Coalition of Carers in Scotland is looking for an experienced trainer or facilitator to help unpaid carers build the knowledge, confidence and skills they need to understand their rights, navigate local and national systems, and have a stronger voice in decision-making.

Working as part of the Carers Championing Change partnership, you will deliver leadership, rights awareness and advocacy training to carers across Scotland. You will adapt and deliver existing programmes, develop a train-the-trainer approach for experienced carers, and work with local carer organisations to ensure learning is relevant, accessible and impactful.

We are looking for someone with experience of designing and delivering training for adults, developing learning resources, and supporting people to build confidence and advocacy skills. You will be an engaging facilitator, able to communicate complex information clearly and work effectively with partners across Scotland.

This is an exciting opportunity to help carers develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to influence the decisions that affect their lives, while contributing to a national programme aimed at increasing carers' participation and leadership.

Benefits include:

  • Home-based working
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • 32 days annual leave plus 6 public holidays (pro rata)
  • Up to 6% employer pension contribution
  • Ongoing learning and development opportunities
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