Are you ready to lead lasting change for children and families across Scotland?

For over 200 years, Right There has stood alongside people across Scotland, helping prevent homelessness and keeping families connected. We’re looking for a Head of Children & Families to build on that work and help us reach further.

You’ll lead our Children & Families work across Scotland, shaping its direction and sustainable growth to reach more children, young people and families. Reporting to our Director of Programmes and joining our Senior Management Team, you’ll lead the teams delivering our current programmes in Glasgow, South Ayrshire, Orkney and Inverness.

Your role

You’ll develop managers to lead with confidence and ensure children, young people and families help shape our programmes. Working with partners, you’ll strengthen quality, use evidence to improve outcomes and manage budgets and risk—turning our ambitions into effective, sustainable support during a period of significant growth.

What you will bring

You’re an experienced senior leader in Children & Families who has developed managers, led change and turned strategy into results. You combine practical judgement with sound financial and regulatory knowledge and you build trusted relationships with commissioners and partners. Your leadership is person-centred and non-judgemental: you recognise people’s strengths and make sure their voices influence your work.

Our offer

£55,219–£60,741 | Permanent | 35 hours per week

Based at 15 Dava Street, Glasgow, hybrid working with a minimum of 3-days office based. Travel across our programme locations as required. You’ll work flexibly around programme needs and take part in the senior on-call rota when required.

Six weeks’ annual leave, rising to eight after year one, including public holidays, plus pension, enhanced family leave, wellbeing support and learning opportunities.

Bring your leadership to Right There—and help more children and families build a safe and supportive future. We want to hear from you.

About Us

We are a charity that recently celebrated 200 years of standing alongside people in Scotland. Last year we supported almost 4,000 people to stay in their homes and stay connected to the people they love.

For over two decades, the RMA has played an important role in supporting public protection in Scotland. We are now seeking an exceptional Chief Executive. This is a rare opportunity for someone with management experience, excellent interpersonal skills, and knowledge of the justice system and political landscape to continue to lead the organisation and build on our work in public protection.

As Chief Executive of the Risk Management Authority (RMA), you will lead the organisation to effectively discharge its statutory obligations to help protect the public and make Scotland a safer place to live and work. You will be expected to effectively engage and influence senior stakeholders across the Scottish justice system to improve current practice in the management of serious violent and sexual offenders, through establishing and operating effective standards, accreditation, approval and governance approaches.

In this role, will be responsible for leading the RMA in researching, shaping and proposing policy relating to effective practice in risk assessment and management. Some of the main accountabilities of this post are:

• To lead the delivery of all RMA statutory functions to ensure effective practice in the risk assessment and management of serious violent and sexual offenders in Scotland.
• To lead the development and delivery of a range of initiatives, policies and practices that promote effective risk assessment and management nationally.
• To lead RMA functions in relation to the Order for Lifelong Restriction ensuring that robust, defensible decisions are made in the evaluation and approval of Risk Management Plans and the review of Annual Implementation Reports, issuing guidance to Lead Authorities as required.
• Ensure that the RMA sets and published standards that reflect current research and best practice, and so promote effective practice, and that are disseminated and communicated effectively;
• To lead engagement, internally and nationally, to deliver and develop the national policy with regards to risk assessment and management, ensuring that Board/Scottish Government/Stakeholders receive the information and advice they need to meet their statutory obligations and all governance requirements.
• To build the RMA’s reputation as a forward looking organisation, committed to excellence, and generate strong demand for advice and expertise. This will include presentations at conferences, stakeholder groups, and learning events, and taking every opportunity to act as an ambassador for the RMA; and
• To seek out and understand international developments in risk assessment and management and evolving best practice to enhance policy development and reinforce the contribution made by the RMA. Develop and sustain senior level organisational and professional expertise through links with other jurisdictions and the research community.

The Chief Executive operates at a senior level in the Scottish policy landscape. We are looking for an experienced strategic leader, who can lead the Senior Management Team in creating a high performing organisational culture that upholds the organisation’s values and maximises the contribution of staff, both as individuals and in teams, so that the organisation can continue to learn, change and deliver maximum contribution to public value.

The Chief Executive has critical roles to play as Accountable Officer and in managing the Board, and you should have proven, demonstrable success in leading internal and external strategy and governance processes.

You should have knowledge of the Scottish justice system and its place in the current political and legislative context; and have a significant background in the issues associated with public protection and managing risk in a complex multi-agency landscape.

The Organisation

The RMA is a Non-Departmental Public Body (NDPB) established in 2005 by the Criminal Justice (Scotland) Act 2003. Sponsored by the Scottish Government’s Community Justice Division, the organisation plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of the Scottish Government’s Vision for Justice.

We are a small team of fewer than 30 highly skilled and passionate professionals, who are dedicated to making a positive difference across Scotland. As part of the Scottish Government, we’re pleased to be able to offer a wide range of benefits including 30 days annual leave plus 11 ½ public/privilege holidays you use flexibly at a time that suits you, and an excellent civil service pension provision.

We really value the experience and expertise of our team. Supporting your professional development is a priority for us, and we’re proud to provide a generous CPD offering. We also provide an Employee Assistance Service (EAS) where you can get expert guidance 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, whether you’re experiencing issues at work or at home.

Friends of the Earth Scotland campaigns for environmental justice, building collective power with communities and movements to create a fairer, greener Scotland. We are a part of the Friends of the Earth International network.

As an organisation, we have been responding to how we can meet this moment to achieve climate justice in Scotland and beyond. Our current strategy returns us to our roots in community-based movement building, and we want how we work to match what we are trying to achieve. As part of this shift, the Board of Trustees has started a governance reset to support the aims and ambitions of the strategy, and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) has been piloting a co-leadership model over the last year. Next year, the organisation will undertake a strategy refresh, and we are open to reflecting how we operate to achieve our strategic aims.

We are now recruiting two people for the role of Director of Transformation to work as co-leads on our SLT to develop the systems, skills, internal capacities and accountability frameworks that our new strategy requires. Outward-facing leadership, including press liaison, leading on strategic decision-making and campaign oversight, will stay with our current leads.

We’re looking for a pair who bring complementary skills, experience and knowledge in areas such as organisational change, HR and accountability frameworks, co-leadership, community and/or labour organising and financial oversight.

Reporting to: Board of Trustees

Responsibilities: Head of Campaigns, Head of Movement Building, Head of Operations & Finance

Team: Senior Leadership Team

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Repairs Manager to lead our reactive repairs and landscape maintenance services, ensuring they are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

This is a pivotal leadership role with responsibility for managing operational delivery, monitoring performance, supporting compliance, overseeing budgets and contracts, and providing high-level information to support management decision-making.

You’ll work closely with colleagues, contractors and external stakeholders to drive service excellence, safeguard our assets and support the organisation’s wider strategic aims.

About Us

We’re a small organisation that makes a big impact in the communities where our tenants live. At Almond, we focus on what WORKS for our customers and colleagues. Our values are:

• Work together
• Open to change
• Respect
• Kindness
• Social

If you’re someone who takes pride in delivering excellent customer service and shares our values, and have the experience, technical expertise and leadership skills to succeed in this role, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and managing the reactive repairs service to deliver timely, safe and cost-effective outcomes
• Line managing the repairs team to achieve KPIs, support development and maintain high standards of performance and safety
• Applying legislation, codes and technical standards to maintain compliance and protect asset integrity
• Coordinating with contractors and internal teams on priorities, materials and access to achieve cost, quality and programme targets
• Monitoring service performance, managing budgets and contracts, and producing reports, ARC returns and audit-ready records
• Leading service improvement, supporting policy development, handling complaint escalations and managing major events such as fire or flood incidents

What We’re Looking For

• A degree or relevant technical qualification in a building discipline
• Strong experience in housing or property management, including reactive repairs, compliance and contractor management
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage performance, oversee budgets and drive continuous improvement
• Excellent technical knowledge of building fabric, services maintenance and relevant Scottish housing legislation and standards
• Strong communication, reporting and IT skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and uphold our WORKS values
• A full driving licence with access to a car.

Why Join Us

• You’ll play a central role in safeguarding our homes and assets
• You’ll have the opportunity to lead people, influence strategy and improve customer outcomes
• You’ll join a values-led organisation committed to collaboration, respect and continuous improvement
• You’ll help deliver services that make a direct difference to customers and communities

What We Offer

• Salary: £69,038 per annum
• Working hours: 36 hours over Monday to Friday
• 9 day fortnight option: Every other Friday rest day
• Hybrid working: Minimum of 2 days per week in the office
• Office location: Livingston
• A key leadership role with scope to shape service delivery and continuous improvement
• The opportunity to work collaboratively across the organisation and with external partners to deliver positive outcomes
• A varied and rewarding role supporting safe homes, strong communities and excellent customer service

Benefits include:

• Excellent work/life balance culture
• Access to online health and wellbeing services
• Contribution towards gym membership
• Pension scheme from day one with a 10% employer contribution

Help Shape the Future of Mountain Rescue in Scotland

Every day, across Scotland, dedicated mountain rescue volunteers stand ready to respond when people need them most. At Scottish Mountain Rescue (SMR), our role is to support, strengthen and represent the 26 volunteer teams that provide this vital, lifesaving service.

We are entering an exciting new chapter, with ambitious plans to strengthen our organisation, build new partnerships and secure a sustainable future for mountain rescue in Scotland.

We are looking for an experienced, creative and ambitious Head of Development to help us turn those ambitions into reality.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the CEO, you will play a key leadership role in shaping and delivering SMR's fundraising strategy.

This is an opportunity to bring fresh thinking, develop meaningful partnerships and grow philanthropic support for an organisation that makes a genuine difference.

You will:

• Lead the development and delivery of our fundraising strategy, identifying opportunities for growth and income diversification.
• Build and strengthen relationships with major donors, charitable trusts, foundations and corporate partners.
• Develop fundraising programmes, including major gifts, grants, corporate partnerships and legacy giving.
• Work collaboratively with member teams to ensure national fundraising complements local efforts.
• Strengthen donor stewardship, fundraising systems and reporting.
• Lead and support our Fund Development Coordinator.
• Contribute to SMR's wider organisational strategy and long-term sustainability.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• A proven track record of successful fundraising and income generation.
• Experience securing significant donations, grants or corporate partnerships.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
• The ability to think strategically while delivering practical results.
• Strong organisational skills and a collaborative approach to leadership.
• Enthusiasm, creativity and a genuine commitment to our mission.

We value experience and achievement over formal qualifications. A background in mountain rescue is not essential.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to join SMR at a pivotal moment in our development.

Working alongside our CEO and a committed team, you will have the opportunity to shape our fundraising ambitions, build something meaningful and make a lasting contribution to mountain rescue in Scotland.

What We Offer

• 28 days (FTE) annual leave
• 10 days (FTE) public holidays
• Access to our pension scheme.
• Remote working from home

We offer the opportunity to work with inspiring volunteers and the satisfaction of knowing your work helps support lifesaving services across the country.

We are currently looking for a values-led leader to be our Director of Housing & Communities, a role that offers a tremendous opportunity to help drive the future of Ayrshire Housing. This role is pivotal in managing teams, policies and community engagement, ensuring organisational and customer needs are met.

In this key leadership role, you will be joining a dynamic Senior Leadership Team and will work collaboratively to drive forward customer excellence and support our tenants and communities through values-led delivery of innovative and forward-thinking processes. You will be responsible for the creation, review and implementation of all strategies, policies, processes and performance management within the Housing Management Team to provide excellent customer service.

It is an exciting time at Ayrshire Housing as we deliver our 2025-30 Business Plan. We are already making a real impact in the communities we serve with 94% of our tenants satisfied with the overall quality of their homes. We believe that people are at the heart of everything we do and committed and engaged colleagues help to ensure we deliver excellent service to our customers.

Ayrshire Housing is a high performing RSL and our ambition is not simply about maintaining the status quo, it is about doing even better and achieving excellence in everything that we do. If that’s your mindset, you could be our next Director of Housing & Communities.

About The Neuro Therapy Place

The Neuro Therapy Place provides a therapeutic community hub where people living with neurological conditions can access a wide range of therapies, rehabilitation, wellbeing services, advice and support in a friendly and welcoming environment.

Our services include physiotherapy, oxygen therapy, rehabilitation and wellbeing programmes, complementary therapies, alongside referrals and partnership working with other organisations. We are committed to delivering high quality, person centred services while ensuring the long term sustainability and growth of the charity.

Purpose of the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to lead our organisation at a pivotal stage in its development. Following a period of significant organisational development and transformation, The Neuro Therapy Place is entering its next phase of growth, focused on sustainability, external partnership development and excellence in service delivery.

We welcome applications from both experienced Chief Executive Officers seeking a new challenge and ambitious senior leaders who are ready to take the next step into executive leadership.

The appointment made will reflect the successful candidate's experience, skills and readiness for the role:

• Experienced CEOs: or candidates with demonstrable CEO-level capability, may be appointed directly as Chief Executive Officer.
• Aspiring CEOs: will be appointed as Chief Executive Officer and supported through a structured succession and development programme.

Experience of working at senior management, Head of Service, Director, CEO or Deputy CEO level would be advantageous.

Transition

As part of the Board's planned succession arrangements, the current Chief Executive Officer will provide a comprehensive leadership transition and organisational handover and will be available for up to three months following the appointment of the successful candidate, providing mentoring, knowledge transfer and strategic support. The duration and level of support will be tailored to the needs of the successful candidate and the organisation.

The salary range of £35,000–£46,500 reflects the breadth of experience, skills and capability we are seeking for this role. The starting salary will be determined based on the successful candidate’s experience, expertise and the level at which they are appointed. Following the successful transition of the outgoing CEO, the Board will undertake a review of your salary. This review will provide an opportunity to discuss your contribution, responsibilities and future role with the organisation, and may result in a salary increase beyond the advertised range. Any changes would be discussed and agreed between you and the Board.

Responsibility for the full range of CEO duties and accountabilities will progressively increase throughout the handover period, with full responsibility for the role transferring upon the departure of the current CEO.

This is a fully onsite leadership role, reflecting the nature of The Neuro Therapy Place’s services, the importance of visible and accessible leadership, and the need to work closely with clients, staff, volunteers and partners. The successful candidate should be comfortable working primarily from our centre as part of the planned leadership transition.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including enhanced occupational sick pay, enhanced parental leave, life insurance, and access to Edinburgh Leisure gyms at a heavily subsidised rate. These benefits are designed to support the wellbeing, security, and work-life balance of our employees.

At Blackwood Homes & Care, believes everyone should have the opportunity to live independently, with dignity, choice and confidence. Through our unique blend of housing, care and digital innovation, we support people across Scotland to thrive. Using our award-winning CleverCogs™ technology platform, this has established Blackwood as a recognised leader in technology-enabled care and support, most recently earning the Platinum Digital Telecare Implementation Award from the Digital Office for Scottish Local Government.

Following the planned retirement of Chief Executive Jason MacGilp, we are seeking an exceptional leader to build on Blackwood’s distinctive strengths and guide the organisation through our next phase of development. Working closely with the Board and Executive Leadership Team, you will provide strategic direction and visible leadership, ensuring Blackwood continues to deliver outstanding outcomes for customers whilst driving innovation, enhancing organisational performance and strengthening long-term sustainability. Central to your success will be a commitment to preserving Blackwood’s strong values-based culture and ensuring the people we support remain at the heart of every decision.

The successful candidate will be a purpose-driven leader with a proven track record of delivering organisational success within a complex stakeholder environment. Combining strategic vision, commercial acumen and sound judgement, you will bring the credibility and resilience required to lead through change, develop high-performing teams and inspire confidence across a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders. Comfortable operating within a regulated environment, you will be equally adept at shaping long-term strategy and ensuring effective organisational delivery.

Blackwood are looking for an authentic and engaging leader who can bring people together around a shared purpose, build trusted relationships and inspire confidence both within the organisation and externally. You will recognise the significant opportunities presented by Blackwood’s distinctive housing, care and digital service model, working collaboratively to maximise its impact for the people we support. With an inclusive and values-led approach, you will foster a culture of innovation, accountability and continuous improvement, whilst ensuring Blackwood remains true to its mission of enabling people to live independently and thrive.

This is a unique opportunity to lead an organisation that is transforming lives through the integration of housing, care and digital innovation. If you share our commitment to empowering people to live independently and are inspired by the opportunity to shape the future of a highly respected and purpose-driven organisation, we would be delighted to hear from you. For further information, including details of how to apply, please contact Douglas Adam at Livingston James, our retained recruitment partner via douglasadam@livingstonjames.com

Blackwood Homes and Care is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender assignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.

A Chief Executive is required by COSCA (Counselling & Psychotherapy in Scotland)

COSCA (Counselling & Psychotherapy in Scotland) is Scotland’s professional body for counselling and psychotherapy, with its Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists accredited by the Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care. COSCA champions the exceptional value of counselling and psychotherapy to Scottish society.

Full-time national roles rarely emerge and are highly sought after in our high performing team. Our current Chief Executive is stepping down after 25 successful years of leadership, creating an important opportunity for the right candidate to deliver our ambitious plan for Scotland to be ‘A listening, caring society that values people’s wellbeing’. We welcome applications from candidates with the drive and compassion to fulfil this vital leadership role. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced individual to lead the delivery of the COSCA Development Plan. You will join a highly motivated staff team with a clear purpose and a national profile.

COSCA is an established national membership professional body with individual and organisational members that aims to advance and support all forms of counselling, psychotherapy, and the use of counselling skills.

Based in Stirling with a small staff team of six (2 full time and 4 part time), we have a wide range of panels, committees, sessional workers and external suppliers of services. Around 40 volunteers, including those on the COSCA Board, play a vital and valued role in our work and are involved in a wide range of national and local roles.

Do you have an interest in improving the quality of care, can you COLLABORATE, INNOVATE AND COMMUNICATE, and would you like to join a successful, committed and highly motivated team? This could be the opportunity you have been waiting for.

We are seeking to engage an Independent Sector Lead to support the Integration of Health and Social Care in Angus. Hosted by Scottish Care and working closely with care providers and partners, the post involves ensuring sector involvement in the delivery of the integrating of health and social care in Scotland’s HSCP’s.

The post holder must be highly motivated, be able to use initiative, possess excellent communication and networking skills, demonstrate success and experience working at strategic level with policy makers, providers, regulators, people supported by services and carers. Qualifications and experience at a senior management level would be a significant advantage.

The post holder will be expected to create and support significant collaborations across the independent care sector while contributing to the development of new care pathways which will result in the delivery of improved outcomes for people who access care and support. The post holder will ensure the Independent Sector’s contribution is fundamental to integrated services and transformational change and be able to evidence their impact. The role requires considerable and skilful collaboration with our key partners in the NHS, Local Authority, Carers, third sector organisations and other forums.

Angus is a progressive HSCP committed to working in partnership to strengthen the Independent Sector’s role in health and social care integration.

The successful candidate will be required to spend a significant amount of time in the partnership area and across Tayside. Regular travel within the partnership area will be required.

The post is home based with travel, where necessary, and is hosted by Scottish Care. Flexible working is available.