Would you like to play a leading role in supporting Disabled people to achieve greater choice, control, and independence?

Join LCiL and be part of a team that is empowering Disabled people and helping to shape inclusive communities across Edinburgh and the Lothians.

We are currently recruiting a part-time Team Leader role for our Independent Living Service (ILS) to join our dedicated and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated leader to oversee vital service that provides advice, information and practical support on Self-Directed Support, direct payments, personal assistance, and independent living.

At LCiL, we are a user-led organisation committed to supporting Disabled people, individuals with long-term conditions, and carers to live independently. Everything we do is grounded in human rights, inclusion, and collaboration—placing people at the heart of our work.

This is a rewarding opportunity to lead the coordination, delivery, continuous improvement, and development of LCiL's Independent Living Service. The service supports Disabled people, carers, and families to make informed choices about their support arrangements and to understand and exercise their rights under Self-Directed Support legislation.

We are seeking candidates with strong leadership and people management skills, together with experience of managing or delivering advice, information, or support services. You will be an excellent communicator, able to build positive partnerships and support collaborative working across a range of organisations and communities. The role requires someone who can balance strategic thinking with day-to-day operational leadership while managing competing priorities effectively.

Knowledge or experience of Self-Directed Support, direct payments, personal assistant employment, independent living, health and social care systems, or the Social Model of Disability would be particularly advantageous.

You will lead and support a team delivering a range of services, including:

• Self-Directed Support advice and information
• Independent Living support
• Personal Assistant recruitment support
• Employer support and guidance
• Support in the Right Direction activities delivered in partnership with VOCAL
• Independent Living Fund and privately funded support pathways

As Team Leader, you will oversee day-to-day service delivery, monitor performance and outcomes, support staff development, and ensure services remain accessible, person-led, rights-based, and outcome-focused. You will also drive service improvement, build strong partnerships, support co-production, and oversee monitoring and reporting to demonstrate impact and continuous improvement

This role combines operational leadership with service development and offers the opportunity to contribute to the wider strategic direction of LCiL and the Independent Living movement.

Following initial training in our Edinburgh office, you will work flexibly across office, outreach and community settings.

Why Join LCIL?

We offer a supportive and flexible working environment, including:

• Flexible and hybrid working patterns
• 25 days annual leave + 10 public holidays (pro rata)
• Generous employer pension contribution
• Opportunities for personal and professional development

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team of paid and volunteer staff to further develop our Energy Advice service. Clackmannanshire Citizens Advice Bureau, based in Alloa, is an independent and innovative advice organisation providing holistic advice to the residents of Clackmannanshire across 7 locations in the county. We currently have 25 paid staff and 14 volunteers who provide a wide range of services, across our projects.

We have been delivering a valuable, high-level service to the community of Clackmannanshire for over 50 years. We have accreditation in Type III advice by Scottish National Standards for advice providers (SNSIAP) in the areas of Housing, Energy, Debt and Benefits.

All bureaux are members of Citizens Advice Scotland (the Scottish Association of CABx), and as such must meet specific conditions of membership related to standards of service and other matters. Each operates as an independent charity. This bureau is a limited company as well as a registered charity, governed by a board of directors/trustees.

About the Role

This role of Safe & Warm Energy Adviser has been funded since 2022 and is now extended until March 31st 2028 with the possibility of a further extension and provides an excellent opportunity based at our premises in Glebe Hall, Burgh Mews, Alloa.

We are looking for a highly motivated organised person with the drive and enthusiasm to build on the Bureau’s successful track record of supporting vulnerable people facing financial hardship. The Safe & Warm Adviser will help people experiencing problems with utility services make informed decisions, control their budgets and avoid fuel poverty.

In addition, there is a requirement to provide and maintain accurate records, provide statistical data and provide reports, as required, whilst managing their own workload. An understanding of the needs of our funders and their requirements is necessary.

Applicants should ideally be a suitably experienced worker able to publicise the project and to encourage self-referrals from other agencies. There is a requirement to have a knowledge of the process of project delivery with excellent interpersonal skills as partnership working in the voluntary and statutory sectors are required.

Applicants should also demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, enthusiasm, strong social awareness and an excellent team player, be well organised and be proficient in using a range of IT tools to carry out their work, including case recording systems, Microsoft Office.

This post specifically exists to ensure the delivery of an ongoing Energy Advice Service within Clackmannanshire Citizens Advice Bureau. It will involve providing support to staff and volunteers who also deliver the service. This post supports the ongoing learning and development of a high-quality service by ensuring provision of training to staff/volunteers in conjunction with our General Services Supervisor.

Consideration maybe given to individuals who do not meet the full requirements of the post, but who could be trained in a reasonable period this will be offered at below the entry level salary initially.

Committed, results-driven and supportive to the needs of others, the successful applicant will be able to work both on their own initiative as well as part of a team and must be willing to follow and develop agreed procedures.

This is a unique opportunity to give citizens access to free, impartial and confidential advice helping them to make informed decisions, whenever they need it and however they choose to access it.

Employee Benefits

We offer additional working benefits, such as annual performance related salary increases, 5% employer’s pension contribution plan, free membership of an employer health plan, free use of company e-bikes and a retail perks scheme. Holiday entitlement for full year is 39 days pro rata leave including public holidays, with the ability to buy and sell annual leave. Flexible working scheme including some flexible start and finish times.

About Kinship

Kinship is the leading National kinship care charity, supporting relatives and friends who step up to raise children when their parents cannot. Through advice, practical support, research and campaigning, we work to ensure kinship families have the help they need to thrive. Together with our community, we drive positive change so that every child can grow up in a loving, stable family environment.

For more information about Kinship and the work we do, please click here.

About the Opportunity

Join Kinship at an exciting milestone as we launch our first programme in Scotland. Working in partnership with Inspiring Scotland and local youth charity Y Sort It, this National Lottery-funded pilot will strengthen support for kinship families in West Dunbartonshire through a coordinated, whole-family approach.

As part of a small and dedicated delivery team, you will help shape Kinship’s future in Scotland, contribute to evidence-based learning, and make a lasting difference to kinship carers, children and young people in the local community.

The Role

As a Kinship Navigator, you will provide intensive, six-month support to kinship carers through Kinship Connected, helping families build resilience, access services and strengthen support networks. Based at Y Sort It and working across the community, you will develop trusted relationships with families, carry out assessments and reviews, and coordinate support with local partners, including Intandem mentors.

This is a rewarding, community-focused role where you will directly support kinship families while helping to demonstrate the impact of an innovative new model of support in Scotland.

Key Responsibilities

As a Kinship Navigator, you will provide intensive one-to-one support to kinship carers, helping families access services, build support networks and achieve positive outcomes for the children in their care. You will carry out assessments, develop support plans, advocate on behalf of families and facilitate a local peer support group.

Working closely with Y Sort It, Inspiring Scotland and local partners, you will coordinate support for kinship families, strengthen referral pathways and contribute to a pioneering whole-family approach in West Dunbartonshire.

You will also play a key role in safeguarding, partnership working and maintaining high-quality records to demonstrate impact and inform future development of Kinship’s work in Scotland.

About You

We're looking for someone with experience supporting vulnerable families, carers or communities through direct casework, family support or similar roles. You'll be confident building trusted relationships, carrying out assessments, managing a caseload and working collaboratively with statutory and voluntary sector partners.

You will bring strong communication, organisation and record-keeping skills, alongside an understanding of safeguarding and trauma-informed practice. Knowledge of kinship care or the Scottish family support landscape would be beneficial, as would experience facilitating support groups and using CRM systems such as Salesforce.

Most importantly, you'll be empathetic, resilient and passionate about improving outcomes for kinship families, with the confidence to work independently while contributing to a small, supportive team.

Help us shape the next chapter for Kinloch Historical Society

Kinloch Historical Society is looking for an ambitious, practical and community-minded Business Development Manager to help us build a strong and sustainable future for our Society and Kinloch Community Hub.

This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role in developing new income streams, increasing use of our facilities, growing our visitor and tourism offer, developing partnerships and helping us realise the potential of our unique heritage and archive.

Working closely with our Board, community, volunteers and external partners, you will develop and implement a Growth Plan designed to strengthen the Society's long-term financial and organisational sustainability while delivering meaningful benefits for the Kinloch community.

The opportunity

Over the next three years, we want to:

• increase earned income and reduce our reliance on grant funding;
• develop and market Kinloch Community Hub and its facilities;
• increase visitor numbers and build relationships with tour and cruise operators;
• explore new ways of sharing and generating income from our extensive archive;
• develop partnerships with universities, schools and other organisations;
• increase community participation and opportunities for people of all ages;
• develop our café and facilities as a sustainable year-round offer; and
• identify new opportunities that will strengthen the Society beyond 2029.

We are looking for someone who can combine commercial thinking with community purpose – someone who can spot an opportunity, build the relationships needed to develop it and then turn a good idea into practical action.

About You

• You will have experience in business development, enterprise, organisational development or a comparable field, together with an understanding of business planning, budgeting and income generation.
• You will be an excellent communicator and relationship builder, comfortable working with everyone from local residents and volunteers to tourism businesses, universities, public agencies and potential commercial partners.
• You will understand the opportunities and challenges of developing sustainable activity within a rural community and will be able to work independently, manage projects and take ownership of delivering results.
• Experience in community development, tourism, heritage, hospitality, social enterprise or the third sector would be particularly welcome.
• Knowledge of Lewis and an affinity with the culture, heritage and community of the area would also be advantageous.

Above all, we are looking for someone who is entrepreneurial, proactive, collaborative and motivated by making a difference.

About Space:

Do you want to work for an organisation that truly cares about its staff?

Would you like to use your skills to make a difference in people’s lives?

If the answer is ‘yes’, Space is the place for you!

Space is a community anchor organisation supporting people and their families in South West Edinburgh, with some of our services stretching city wide.

WE BELIEVE THAT CONNECTIONS BUILD COMMUNITIES

Space delivers 22 projects, with around 60 staff and over 50 volunteers. We deliver diverse services supporting young people, families, older people and carers amongst others.

As a dynamic organisation no two days are the same, with a wealth of learning and development opportunities for our staff and volunteers.

We are an accredited Living Wage employer and proud to share our Carer Positive accreditation, as part of our commitment to the growing number of people in the workforce who need flexibility due to their caring role.

Space is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are.

For more information about Space and all our projects can be found on our website – spacescot.org

About the role:

Our Youth Club has been running for over 7 years, providing a much needed safe space in the community for young people to hang out with friends, and enjoy fun activities.

The club runs on Fridays from 4.30-6pm (aged 8-11yrs) and 6.30-8pm (12-17yrs). We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive environment for all young people, helping them to alleviate stress from daily life and enjoy time with their peers in a non-competitive setting.

We are recruiting a Youth Worker who will join an existing team of 2 Youth Workers.

Together they will plan, organise and deliver a programme of interesting, fun activities in consultation with the young people that access the club, ensuring the young people are at the centre of their own planning.

Key Tasks include:

• Consult with young people to determine suitable activities that match their needs and interests
• Plan, implement and deliver a programme off creative activities within The Hub, with occasional activities taking place off-site
• Carry out risk assessments
• Liaise with the staff team and volunteers at the beginning of each session to ensure the planned content relates directly to the service aims and objectives
• Liaise with the Project Manager before each session regarding local issues/safety or other concerns
• Purchase/order any materials, equipment or food required for the sessions
• Administration tasks including keeping an accurate register of all attendees, processing referral forms, and gathering data from sessions in order to inform funder reporting
• Participate in team debriefs after each session to identify outcomes, highlight any issues that arose and any new potential areas of work

The successful person will:

• Have a minimum 1 year of experience in a Youth Work role
• Have a sound understanding of the needs and challenges faced by young people and their families, in particular those who are living in areas of deprivation
• Have experience of working with a wide range of young people, including those from BME communities, those who have additional support needs and those who have faced challenging life circumstances
• Be fully conversant with GIRFEC and Child Protection/Safeguarding procedures
• Have excellent English communication skills
• Have genuine enthusiasm for all elements of youth work and a desire to support young people to flourish

Note: This role is part year with a 7 week break during the school summer holidays when the

club does not run.

Help shape the heart of your community.

Are you an enthusiastic and experienced community leader who thrives on bringing people together? Do you have the vision, energy and practical skills to manage a vibrant community hub while developing new opportunities for local people?

We are looking for an inspiring Community Centre Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of our busy community centre and help shape its future. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about community development and wants to make a real difference by creating a welcoming, inclusive and sustainable space where people and organisations can connect, learn and thrive.

Working closely with our Trustees, staff, volunteers and local partners, you will ensure the centre remains at the heart of the community by delivering an engaging programme of activities, developing partnerships and securing opportunities that strengthen the centre's long-term sustainability.

What you'll be doing

As Community Centre Manager, you will:

• Lead the day-to-day operational management of the community centre, ensuring it is safe, welcoming and well maintained.

• Develop and continually refresh the centre's programme of activities, services and events to maximise community participation and meet local needs.

• Work alongside the Board of Trustees to manage budgets, monitor financial performance and contribute to the centre's long-term sustainability.

• Build and strengthen partnerships with community groups, local organisations, public services and other stakeholders to increase collaboration and community impact.

• Identify and secure funding opportunities through grant applications and other funding opportunities through grant applications and other income-generating activities, including maximising the use of the centre through sustainable room lets.

• Ensure the centre meets all statutory compliance, health and safety, governance and risk management requirements.

• Support, motivate and work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, trustees and centre users to create a positive and inclusive environment

About you

We’re looking for someone with experience in community development, community facility or centre management, ideally qualified to HNC level or above in Community Learning & Development, Community Education or a related discipline. You will be a confident, supportive leader with excellent communication and relationship-building skills, able to work effectively with trustees, volunteers, community groups, partners and local residents. You should be comfortable managing budgets, identifying funding opportunities, preparing successful grant applications and developing sustainable income streams. Well organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities, you will be passionate about strengthening communities, reducing inequalities and creating opportunities that improve people’s lives.

Why join us?

This is more than a management role—it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the community. You'll play a key role in ensuring the centre remains a vibrant, welcoming place where people connect, support one another and access opportunities that improve health, wellbeing and community resilience.

If you're ready to lead with purpose and help shape the future of a thriving community hub, we'd love to hear from you.

Policy has the power to change lives – do you have the engine to drive meaningful change forward?

Bring your policy expertise, political insight and energy to help MCR Pathways transform opportunities for young people across the UK.

We’re looking for a highly driven Senior UK Policy & Public Affairs Officer to help advance our mission to bridge the education, skills and opportunity gap through the transformative power of mentoring. You’ll monitor the political landscape, turn evidence and impact into compelling policy arguments, build influential relationships and identify opportunities to put mentoring at the heart of national and regional agendas.

From Westminster and Holyrood to local and combined authorities, you’ll help build the case for change, champion the Trusted Adult Guarantee and support MCR Pathways’ continued expansion across the UK.

The Role Experience

This is a hands-on policy and public affairs role that goes well beyond monitoring what’s happening in government. You’ll be immersed in the UK political and policy landscape, identifying opportunities to influence, developing policy briefings and submissions, mapping stakeholders and cultivating relationships with policymakers, parliamentarians, civil servants and strategic partners.

You’ll also be the operational engine behind senior leadership engagement. You’ll identify and progress opportunities, coordinate preparation, develop briefings, arrange meetings and drive follow-up – enabling our CEO, Development Director and other senior leaders to lead high-level engagement and representation with key policymakers and stakeholders.

Turn insight and lived experience into influence. Help make the power of mentoring a national priority.

What You’ll Bring:

• Policy & Public Affairs: Proven experience in policy, public affairs or parliamentary work, with a strong understanding of UK political systems and policy-making.
• Influencing & Relationships: The ability to map political landscapes, build strategic relationships and identify opportunities to influence policymakers and decision-makers.
• Evidence & Advocacy: Exceptional written and analytical skills, with the ability to turn complex evidence, impact data and operational experience into compelling policy arguments.
• Strategic & Operational Drive: A proactive approach, able to spot opportunities, coordinate activity and ensure high-quality preparation and follow-through for senior engagement.
• Collaboration & Purpose: A highly collaborative approach and genuine commitment to improving outcomes and opportunities for young people facing barriers to reaching their potential.

Safeguarding

MCR Pathways is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, and we expect you to share this commitment. This post is subject to appropriate vetting, including a criminal record check and PVG / DBS Scheme membership.

About MCR Pathways

MCR Pathways is an award-winning mentoring programme delivered in schools, further education settings and communities. We connect young people with trusted adult volunteer mentors, providing consistent guidance to help build confidence, self-belief and ambition. Through this support, young people can overcome barriers and progress towards positive destinations such as further education, apprenticeships and employment.

Benefits include: 30 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) in first year rising to 35 days from 2nd year of employment, 7% Employer Pension Contribution, 3 further days of annual leave between the December and January public holidays, additional day off for your birthday, annual salary increment, Employee Assistance Programme, Life Assurance – 4 x salary.

Change Mental Health is looking for four Mental Health & Wellbeing Practitioners to join our employability-focused services in Dumfries & Galloway.

You’ll support people experiencing poor mental health or mental illness to build confidence, resilience and practical skills, helping them move towards volunteering, further education and employment while improving their wider mental health and wellbeing.

About the role

You’ll work directly with people through a mix of 1:1 support, group activities and community engagement, helping individuals identify achievable goals and develop personal plans that reflect what matters to them.

You’ll help create welcoming and inclusive environments, build connections with community organisations and local services, and support people to develop the confidence, skills and strategies they need to take their next steps.

We’re recruiting to:

• Three full-time posts – 35 hours per week
• One part-time post – 21 hours per week

Our services operate across Dumfries & Galloway, so flexibility to travel within the region is important. One of the full-time posts will have a particular requirement to work flexibly across different locations, and applicants should be comfortable with community-based working and travel as service needs require.

Essential

• Experience facilitating groups, peer-support activities or community-based support.
• Experience providing structured 1:1 support and contributing to personal or outcome-focused plans.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive, professional relationships.
• Ability to manage your own workload while working effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to trauma-informed, person-centred, strengths-based and recovery-focused practice.
• Understanding of risk assessment and safe decision-making.
• SVQ Level 2 Social Services and Healthcare (Adults) or willingness to work towards this if required.
• SSSC registration, or willingness to register if required.

Desirable

• Experience supporting people to develop employability skills or progress towards volunteering, education or employment.
• Knowledge of local community resources, services and referral pathways.
• Experience supporting people affected by trauma, social isolation or complex circumstances.

What we offer

• 37 days’ annual leave (pro rata)
• Two paid Mental Wellbeing Days
• Enhanced sick pay and leave entitlements
• Professional development, including funded opportunities
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• Support for flexible working and work-life balance

Hours are typically worked Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm, although occasional evening or weekend working may be required.

If you’re passionate about mental health and helping people build the confidence and skills to move towards their goals, we’d love to hear from you.

The Best in You Brings Out the Best in Me

Join Enable and help create a more inclusive society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Enable is a dynamic and values-driven organisation dedicated to improving the lives of people with learning disabilities. We are passionate about ensuring that people have the same opportunities, choices, and rights as everyone else, and we are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Community Link Worker to join our team.

As part of our Communities Team, you will play a key role in delivering two exciting projects across the Scottish Borders. The first project focuses on promoting digital inclusion, supporting adults with learning disabilities and other barriers to develop the skills and confidence needed to access technology and digital services. The second project aims to promote accessible travel, empowering people to navigate their local communities with greater independence and confidence.

In this rewarding role, you will design and deliver engaging programmes and activities that support individuals to develop practical skills, build confidence, and increase their independence. Through person-centred support, you will help participants strengthen their communication skills, expand their social networks, improve their health and wellbeing, and enhance their ability to access opportunities within their local communities.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference, helping people build positive, connected, and fulfilling lives while contributing to a more inclusive and accessible community for all.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Is friendly, engaging, and person-centred in their approach
• Is confident working one-to-one and facilitating groups
• Has experience delivering group activities or community-based work
• Has a genuine interest in inclusion, equality, and community development
• Enjoys working in local community settings
• Has basic understanding of digital skills
• Can build strong, trusting relationships with a wide range of people

About Us

At Enable we believe in developing all our staff and we provide an extensive learning programme together with in-house career development opportunities.

We also have an excellent range of staff benefits on offer including but not limited to:

• Health cash plans providing a wide range of health benefits to help people cover the cost of their everyday health care.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Season Ticket Loans*
• Blue Light Card
• Where required, Enable willfully fund SVQ Health and Social Care qualifications– required for SSSC registration

Starting a career with Enable is the first step towards making a real difference in our award-winning charity’s mission to help create an equal society for every person who has a learning disability.

Enable is an equal opportunities employer and our recruitment, selection and assessment process is based entirely on values, skills and competencies required of the specific roles.

The cost of PVG is paid upfront by the organisation and deducted from your wage if successfully appointed.

Enable reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please submit your application as early as possible if this vacancy is of interest.

Note: The successful applicant will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 3 months of their start date.

*Terms and Conditions Apply

Passion4Fusion is looking for a compassionate and culturally aware Social Worker to join our team. In this role, you will support Black, Brown, and multi-ethnic parents /carers and families within Scotland’s social care system. You will play a critical role in promoting equitable care and fostering understanding of cultural differences while advocating for systemic change.

This position is ideal for someone committed to social justice, cultural competence, and improving outcomes for ethnically diverse communities.

Key Responsibilities

Family-Centered Support

• Build trusting relationships with parents/carers and families from diverse backgrounds, ensuring their voices are central to decision-making.
• Provide culturally safe parenting support, tailored to a families’ needs; e.g. early intervention to prevent crisis escalation; cultural expectations & children’s rights in Scotland; parenting an adolescent in a new culture; alternatives to physical punishment.
• Collaborate with families to develop care plans that respect and integrate their cultural values and traditions.

Cultural Competence and Advocacy

• Support parents/carers through advocacy in meetings with social care, helping them to articulate their views and challenging bias & discrimination where necessary.
• Identify and address cultural barriers in social care interventions, ensuring all children and families receive equitable treatment.
• Provide insights and advice on cultural best practices to colleagues and other professionals within the care system.

Community Engagement

• Partner with external stakeholders to bridge gaps between communities and the social care system.
• Actively participate in training sessions, workshops, and community programs designed to improve cultural awareness within social work.

Training and Development

• Attend and lead cultural competence training programs to improve understanding of unconscious bias, anti-racism, and systemic inequities.
• Act as a champion for anti-discriminatory practices within your team, organization & across the social care system.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Track and analyse care outcomes to ensure they are equitable and free from bias.
• Provide feedback to management on systemic barriers affecting families from Black, Brown, and ethnically diverse backgrounds, contributing to organizational change initiatives.
• Collect and share data on your project for example case studies and testimonials

Partnerships and Networking

• Collaborate with community leaders, advocacy groups, and other organisations to create holistic support networks for children and families.
• Represent the organization in community forums, fostering relationships to improve trust between communities and social care services.

Essential Qualifications

• A degree in Social Work and registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) OR significant experience providing community/parenting/therapeutic support to children & families in a professional context.
• Proven experience working with diverse and multi-ethnic communities.
• Understanding of Scotland’s safeguarding & child protection legislation.
• Strong understanding of cultural competence, anti-racism practices, and systemic inequities in social care.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and understanding with diverse families.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience delivering or participating in training.
• Experience (lived or professional) of Scotland’s care system.
• Multilingual skills are a plus.

What We Offer

• Ongoing professional development, including cultural awareness and anti-racism training.
• Opportunities to work closely with advocacy groups on a regional and national level
• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and innovation.
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.