About Angus Carers Centre

Angus Carers Association (trading as Angus Carers Centre) is an organisation established by carers, for carers. The Association was established in October 1996 and became part of the Royal Princess Trust for Carers network in November 1997, then becoming known as “Angus Carers Centre”.

Angus Carers Centre is a well-regarded and successful charity/organisation providing tailored information, advice, emotional and practical support to young people and adults who care for a relative or friend who, due to illness, disability, mental health conditions or addiction, could not manage without their care and support.

Today Angus Carers Centre has 24 staff, 20 volunteers, and over 2000 registered adult and young carers.

Job Summary

As part of the Angus Carers Centre Senior Management Team, the Operational Manager will oversee service delivery, manage resources, lead teams, and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations. They will also act as a key ambassador for the charity, building strong relationships with stakeholders, funders, and the wider community.

Full details are available in the document below.

“Are you looking for a new challenge which will directly improve a community? Do you want a job with responsibility to plan and execute projects with lasting impact? Are you self-motivated? Adept at sourcing funding opportunities? Able to motivate others and focused on driving delivery? We have the opportunity you’ve been looking for!

The Kilmadock Development Trust (KDT) has secured funding for a Project Officer 2 years on a part-time basis for two days a week/ 14 hours a week.

We are looking for someone with relevant qualifications and experience to work with the KDT, involving engagement with the local Community Council, the Community, external stakeholders and funders on community projects. Initially this will involve completing some projects that have been started and are at various stages. Also identifying funding streams to allow major community projects to progress. The suitable candidate should be able to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication, excellent interpersonal, presentation and IT skills. They will be proactive, able to work on their own initiative, provide reports and plans working strategically. Salary £14,560 per annum, position will be based from the Centre, but homeworking will be considered as appropriate. The position requires someone educated to degree level and/or previous experience in these areas.

We are seeking part-time workers who share our values and have the experience and skills to support adults with autism and learning disabilities, within their homes (Supported Living), to access meaningful work, and to have fun and develop relationships. We have a few posts available with different contracted hours so please get in touch to discuss hours.

Previous experience of working with adults with learning disabilities is desirable, as is a good understanding of autism and the needs of people who use different forms of communication and a confidence in working with people with behaviour that challenges.

Tiphereth is a Camphill community based on the edge of the Pentland hills in Edinburgh supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism in a range of day services, supported living, residential care, and social enterprises.

Key Tasks

• To build relationships with people using a person-centred approach founded on dignity and respect for individuality, and that enables choice and control
• To provide shared support, 1:1 and 2:1 support.
• To work positively with any behaviours of concern.
• To provide care and support with personal / intimate care tasks, administering medication safely, assisting a person’s mobility safely including using equipment, supporting meals, social activities, outings and attending appointments.
• To support people to live in a rich environment, manage a tenancy and build a home.
• To share and support members with daily cleaning tasks and maintain safe and aesthetically pleasing working/living environments
• To support people to participate as fully as possible in tasks and activities that interest and engage them, developing skills and a sense of purpose and value
• To act as keyworker for some people taking a lead role in ensuring outcomes, support plans and risk assessments are reviewed at least every 6 months.
• To build good relations with families, carers, and other relevant professionals.
• To plan, organise and facilitate group and individual activities
• To work as an effective member of a team following agreed procedures, and contributing to professional discussions and a positive team working environment
• Support members both inside the home, but also to utilise the outside spaces, supporting gardening, growing vegetable and plants, and enjoying nature.

No child should face hospital alone - and you can help make sure they don’t.

ECHC is growing fast, and we’re looking for a passionate, people‑powered Fundraiser to join our mighty team.

If you’re a natural relationship‑builder with bags of energy, a ‘can‑do’ mindset and proven experience inspiring people to fundraise, this is your chance to make a huge difference from day one.

What you’ll do

• Amplify and grow community fundraising across Edinburgh and the Lothians
• Inspire individuals, schools, families, NHS staff, businesses and groups to support ECHC
• Build long‑lasting, meaningful relationships and deliver first‑class stewardship
• Create supporter‑led fundraising opportunities and confidently ‘make the ask’
• Be a regular presence in the children’s hospital, championing our work and connecting with those who make it possible
• Play a key role in delivering income that helps children and families facing life-changing hospital stays

What you’ll bring

• Proven fundraising/sales experience
• Confidence, warmth and the ability to motivate people to take action
• Strong storytelling skills and a genuine passion for helping children and families
• Drive, resilience and an organised, proactive approach
• Team spirit and commitment to ECHC’s values

This is a brilliant time to join ECHC - a charity with big ambition, bold energy and a clear commitment:to ensure no child faces hospital alone.

Ready to make a real impact?

Join our movement. Apply today.

If you are bright, reliable, energetic, passionate about making a difference and have access to your own vehicle, we want to hear from you!

ESUB is an award-winning charity based in Edinburgh. We support families experiencing hardship by providing school uniform and other essentials so that children and young people can go to school with dignity and confidence, fitting in with their peers and ready to make the best of their education.

ESUB is looking to recruit an enthusiastic Operations Assistant to work closely with the small staff team and a busy group of volunteers. We are based in the Gyle area of Edinburgh, and travel in and around Edinburgh will be required. We welcome applications from individuals with transferable administrative skills and experience gained in a work or volunteering. If you genuinely have an eye for detail and are committed to providing a quality customer service then we would love to hear from you.

The Position:

To assist the Operations team with the day to day running of the charity including:

• Purchasing new clothing, footwear and other items to fulfil requests, and undertaking the associated administrative tasks.
• Sorting and recording donations,
• Maintaining a stock of suitable items
• delivering items around the city, and various other activities.

The Operations Assistant will need use of their own vehicle to travel in and around Edinburgh as part of the role. Please note that this post is not suitable for working from home.

Our Benefits:

• Salary of £24,479 (pro rata)
• Family-friendly working hours (20 hours per week, Monday to Thursday).
• Provision of work laptop and mobile phone
• Mileage allowance for travel on ESUB business
• 25 days per year annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Initial 12 month contract, renewable subject to funding.

We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Work experience in a similar or transferable capacity.
• Demonstrable organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail, with functional maths skills, for example managing lists and putting together accurate costings
• Basic proficiency in using Excel, Word and Email in the Microsoft environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to work as part of a small team in a cosy space
• Familiarity with what children and young people wear to school
• Personal values that are aligned with ESUB’s ethos of equity and dignity for all

About Us

Waverley Care is Scotland’s leading HIV and hepatitis C charity. Guided by the voices and experiences of the people we support, our work helps shape vital services and influences national policy on sexual health and blood borne viruses. Our vision is a Scotland where everyone living with, or at risk of, HIV and hepatitis C is treated with dignity, acceptance, and respect. Through our services, we create safe spaces where people can connect, share experiences, and build confidence. We work to end isolation and support people affected by HIV or hepatitis C to live well.

About Our Board

Waverley Care’s Board brings together a committed group of trustees who are responsible for the charity’s governance and strategic direction. Working collectively, trustees ensure that Waverley Care remains focused on its purpose and continues to deliver meaningful impact for the people and communities we support.

Who we would like to hear from

Previous experience of being a charity trustee is not essential, as training and mentoring will be available to support successful candidates to develop their skills and confidence in the role. We are seeking people who can contribute insight and perspective to the Board across two areas. You may bring experience in one or both.

We are particularly keen to broaden the diversity of our Board and to include the voices of people from the communities we work with. This may include:

• People with lived experience of HIV or hepatitis C.
• People from communities disproportionately affected by HIV or hepatitis C.
• Professionals with experience working in the HIV or hepatitis C sector

We are also interested in hearing from people who can bring specific professional expertise or qualifications in one or more of the following areas:

• HR
• Fundraising
• Finance

Time Commitment

As a trustee, you would be expected to attend four Board meetings per year. Meetings are normally held quarterly in Edinburgh city centre and, while we encourage trustees to attend in person where possible, a virtual option is also available. In addition to these meetings, trustees may be invited to attend occasional Board and organisation-wide development days.

We are recruiting for Support Practitioners to join our team in Glasgow.

If you are good at seeing people as unique individuals with their own skills, opinions, and dreams then we currently have full-time and part-time opportunities for you to join our team in Glasgow.

As a Support Practitioner you will support people with all aspects of daily living at home and in their communities. You will assist people with planning for their future and to prevent the effects of social isolation and loneliness in their lives. We adopt a person-centred approach to working with individuals who require support for a variety of reasons including to improve their Mental Health. We anticipate this role including an element of night shift work from time to time.

Whilst experience is always welcome, full training (including SVQ qualifications) is provided alongside regular support and supervision from your Service Manager. The right values and motivation are essential; honesty, respect, empathy, and compassion are key skills that are required in people who join our teams.

As a way of demonstrating how much we value you and your commitment we offer a range of great benefits:

• Enhanced mileage payment of 45p per mile
• 35 days’ holiday per year, increasing to 40 days with length of service.
• £200 Recommend a Friend Scheme (T&C apply)
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave
• A Defined Contribution pension scheme, with incremental employer contributions
• Free Blue Light Card (giving access to thousands of discounts and promotions)
• Access to the Carr Gomm App: which includes free physiotherapy, health coaching and counselling.
• Membership of a credit union
• Cycle to work scheme; and more!

*Schedule 9 Part 1 (1)(1)(a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies to this post

The Safety Zone Community Project has been successfully operating for some 25 years. We wish to recruit a new staff member to oversee the smooth running of our purpose-built Centre in Bargeddie, on the outskirts of Glasgow. The successful candidate will possess proven organisational ability and good interpersonal skills, be self-motivated and – ideally – have a heart for the project.

Key Responsibilities:

• The effective day-to-day management of The Safety Zone.
• Overseeing the daily functions of property, identifying building and maintenance requirements in a timely manner, and assisting in keeping premises and equipment to the required standard.
• Ensuring the Health and Safety of all staff, volunteers, individuals and groups using the Centre.
• Researching and securing core funding for the project, with assistance from relevant personnel.
• Coordinating the duties of full-time, part-time, sessional and volunteer staff, in conjunction with the Senior Youth Worker.
• Liaising with service users or service providers as required.

Key Tasks:

• Administrative duties consistent with the position, and other appropriate duties as directed by the Board.
• Preparing reports on the activities and developments in the Centre, to be circulated to Board members one week prior to Board Meetings.
• Replenishing housekeeping and office supplies as necessary and monitoring expenditure.
• Supervising the administration of the letting of premises.
• Assisting in the promotion and development of The Safety Zone’s aims and ethos.
• Attending and participating in staff/user group meetings, chairing where appropriate.
• Helping to update Safety Zone policy documents on a regular basis.
• Liaising closely with other organisations and groups to prepare new collaborative strategies on matters of local concern or mutual interest.

Essential qualities:

The Centre Administrator will possess proven organisational ability, good interpersonal skills and self-motivation.

Cassiltoun are committed to regenerating our community not only through first class housing services but by our wider community development work. We also work closely with our subsidiary companies and in partnership with other organisations and agencies.

The Community Team deliver a range of projects that respond to community aspirations and seek to address local issues through an asset-based community development approach. This includes community art initiatives, a community woodland project (Castlemilk Park), youth work, health and wellbeing activities, community events, community gardening, community food initiatives, and a volunteer development programme – at the centre of all of these is participation and involvement from the local community.

You are required to have an understanding of community development, be passionate about meaningful participation, and have the energy to work in a fast-paced busy team delivering a range of projects. You will be comfortable in a range of environments, including: outdoors, professional meetings, groups, busy events, and with all age groups. You will work with the Community Development and Engagement Manager and the Community team to ensure the voices of our tenants and residents are at the heart of what is delivered across the Cassiltoun Group, be involved in all stages of project development and delivery and be part of a team striving to meet local aspirations.

This post is funded by the National Lottery Community Fund.

We are excited to share an opportunity to join our busy Cafe team – are you passionate about providing a warm and friendly welcome to patients, families and NHS staff. Can you provide the best catering experience possible? This could be the role for you!

We are looking for an individual who is experienced in managing a diverse team of people in a similar fast paced, quick service café or restaurant environment. Previous experience in preparing food and beverages in line with hygiene standards and in accordance with Natasha’s Law is essential.

Our Charity supports and enhances the treatment, care and wellbeing of current, former and future cancer patients and their families. We work in partnership with the NHS, The Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre and all related facilities. We also offer the wider community a unique opportunity to contribute to the fight against cancer in the broadest possible sense.

If you have the skills and qualities to be successful in this role and are passionate about supporting the aims of our Charity, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Daily management of Café volunteers.
• Preparing food and beverages in line with hygiene standards and in accordance with Natasha’s Law.
• Provide an excellent customer service experience.
• Manage all areas of stock control and replenishment.
• Daily management of credit card and cash handling.
• Comply with and monitor all Café operating procedures, including start and end of day checklists.
• Ensure the Café is fully compliant with our Healthy Living Plus Award.
• Adhere to and monitor compliance with HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) legislation within the Café.
• To act promptly in accordance with standard operating procedures if any patient/visitor is unwell.

Essential Criteria

• Previous experience of managing a diverse team of people in a similar fast paced, quick service café or restaurant environment.
• Previous experience in preparing food and beverages in line with hygiene standards and in accordance with Natasha’s Law.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to stay calm in stressful situations.
• Fantastic organisation skills.
• Have a warm, friendly personality.