Richmond’s Hope was founded in 2003 in the Craigmillar area of Edinburgh and is a charity that supports children and young people aged 4-18 who have experienced a bereavement. We offer tailored one-to-one support for children and young people once a week for an average of 12 weeks. Children and young people are seen in A neutral space which is adaptable for each age and stage of development. The children who come to Richmond’s Hope have experienced the bereavement of a significant person in their life that has significantly impacted their physical and mental health.
The successful candidate for this position should have experience of working in childcare, education, health, playwork or another relevant discipline.
Richmond’s Hope will provide a comprehensive induction and training programme in preparation for starting work with bereaved young people at Richmond’s Hope.
This role will be part of our wider team at Richmond’s Hope, the Therapeutic Grief Practitioner (Community Outreach) will provide direct bereavement support to children and young people aged 4–18 years across Fife through outreach delivery in schools, community settings, family wellbeing hubs, and other appropriate locations. The postholder will provide practical and emotional support to parents and carers while also offering guidance to help them support grieving children. The role will include developing peer support opportunities for parents and carers and older siblings, such as coffee mornings and informal group sessions
Applicants should have enthusiasm and vision for the work of the organisation, excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work as part of a team and on your own initiative.
Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification are all available for download on Goodmoves or you can request by email.
This post is part time for 24 hours per week. Working days to be confirmed.
Therapeutic Grief Practitioner (Children and young people)
- Part time
- £27,715 pro-rata
- On site: Midlothian
- Closing 24th June 2026
Richmond’s Hope was founded in 2003 in the Craigmillar area of Edinburgh and is a charity that supports children and young people aged 4-18 who have experienced a bereavement. We offer tailored one-to-one support for children and young people once a week for an average of 12 weeks. Children and young people are seen in a neutral space which is adaptable for each age and stage of development. The children who come to Richmond’s Hope have experienced the bereavement of a significant person in their life that has significantly impacted their physical and mental health.
The successful candidate for this position should have experience of working in childcare, education, health, playwork or another relevant discipline.
Richmond’s Hope will provide a comprehensive induction and training programme in preparation for starting work with bereaved young people at Richmond’s Hope.
These roles will be part of our wider team at Richmond’s Hope, based in Midlothian, at the Midlothian Innovation Centre, Pentlandfield Business Park, Roslin.
Applicants should have enthusiasm and vision for the work of the organisation, excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work as part of a team and on your own initiative.
Top job! Director of Income Generation and Communications
- Full time
- £48,000 – £54,000
- On site: Ayr / Kilmarnock
- Closing 25th June 2026
About Ayrshire Cancer Support
We are here for anyone in Ayrshire affected by cancer, regardless of diagnosis, age, stage or level of need. We support people with their own diagnosis, the diagnosis of a loved one, or if they are bereaved by cancer. Our services are professional, individualised, holistic and comprehensive and include patient transport, counselling, complementary therapies, support for children and young people, wellbeing activities, and specialist information and support. As a self-funded local charity, we punch well above our weight and rely on the generosity of our supporters, partners, and community to continue delivering these vital services.
Director of Income Generation and Communications
We are seeking a collaborative, proactive, and adaptable Director of Income Generation and Communications to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for an empowering and inspiring leader to help grow income and ensure that people affected by cancer across Ayrshire continue to receive the free practical and emotional support that means so much to individuals and families in our communities.
Reporting to our Chief Executive, you will lead and support our Income Generation and Communications Team and hold overall responsibility for our fundraising, retail and communications operation, developing and delivering strategies that grow awareness and sustainable income, by strengthening engagement with supporters, partners, beneficiaries, and the wider community. The postholder will provide leadership across fundraising and retail, driving an integrated approach to income generation, events, supporter engagement, and communications. You will ensure compelling impact-led messaging that strengthens donor understanding and encourages long-term, committed giving.
This is a full-time, on-site role working 35 hours per week, with some evening and weekend working expected to support events, campaigns, retail activity, and key charity activities. The salary for the role will range between £48,000 and £54,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
If you are an experienced leader who believes in the power of fundraising and community to change lives, we would love to hear from you. This is a chance to join a compassionate, ambitious local charity and make a lasting difference to people affected by cancer across Ayrshire.
Full details of the role can be found within our Recruitment Pack.
Top job! Finance & Commercial Director
- Full time or Part time
- £51,500
- Hybrid: Glasgow
- Closing 19th June 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially minded Finance & Commercial Director to join our team at Lifelink. This senior leadership role is ideally suited to an individual who is ready to take the next step in their career and play a key role in shaping the future financial sustainability and commercial growth of a purpose driven organisation.
About us –Lifelink and Lifelink Workwell is a social enterprise with over 30 years of experience supporting adults and young people throughout Scotland, and UK wide workplaces, with their mental health and wellbeing. Our vision is that people are healthier and happier, wherever they live, work or learn.
At Lifelink, people and purpose are at the heart of everything we do. As our Finance & Commercial Director, you will play a central role in supporting the organisation’s long-term sustainability, innovation and growth. You will join a values led social enterprise committed to delivering high quality services and making a lasting difference to the communities we serve.
You will be a professional with significant experience in financial management, commercial insight and organisational development. You will be capable of leading all aspects of the finance and commercial function, aligned with the organisation’s goals and objectives. A key focus of the role will be supporting sustainable income generation, strengthening financial resilience, and contributing to the continued growth and diversification of the organisation.
You will demonstrate strong decision making and act with integrity, ensuring all financial and commercial practices are aligned with organisational values, governance standards and ethical principles. You will act as a trusted advisor across the organisation, building strong relationships and providing financial insight and commercial support to the Leadership Team and Board.
You will balance strategic leadership with hands on operational delivery, improving financial systems and processes, supporting bids and tenders, developing commercial opportunities, and driving a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and innovation.
You must have:
- Experience in a senior finance or commercial leadership role, with experience of line managing a team.
- A degree or equivalent qualification in Accountancy, Finance, Business or a related discipline.
- A recognised professional accounting qualification such as CA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA.
- Strong experience of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, statutory reporting, management accounts and financial controls.
- Experience of managing organisational financial performance and supporting long term sustainability.
- Knowledge of financial governance, audit, compliance, risk management and regulatory requirements.
- Experience of commercial modelling, costing, pricing or profitability analysis.
- Experience supporting bids, tenders, contracts or new business opportunities.
- The ability to identify and support sustainable income generation and organisational growth opportunities.
- The ability to analyse complex financial and operational data, driving insight led decisions and improvement.
- Strong communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to a range of stakeholders including senior leaders and Boards.
- A collaborative and values led leadership style, with the ability to support change, growth and continuous improvement.
Ideally you will have:
- Experience of working within a charity, social enterprise or 3rd sector organisation.
- Experience of commissioned services, grant funding or blended income models.
- Experience of contract management, procurement or commercial partnerships.
- A strong understanding of the mental health and wellbeing sector.
Additional benefits include generous holiday allowance, contributory pension scheme (6% from employer), cash back health plan, life cover, holiday purchase scheme, and 2 wellbeing days.
Benefits
- Royal London Pension Scheme
- Generous Annual Leave Allowance - 37 days (pro rata for part-time)
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Company sick pay after 6 months service
- Bereavement Leave
- BUPA
- Death in Service Benefit
- Cycle to work scheme
- Performance Bonus
- Additional Wellbeing Days
Specialist & Expert Advocate for Children - based in Scotland
- Full time
- £33,000
- Remote: Based in Scotland with regular travel across Scotland
- Closing 13th June 2026
AAFDA is a growing charity, and we are looking for a specialist Children’s Advocate to be based in Scotland. Although home based, travel will be required across Scotland. We welcome applications from candidates who are registered social workers and who have professional experience of working with people who have experienced domestic abuse.
We are also committed to diversity and strongly encourage applications from those with Black and/or Minoritised backgrounds.
AAFDA was founded by Frank Mullane in memory of his sister Julia Pemberton and her son Will who were both killed by her ex-partner in 2003.
Scotland is expected to introduce Domestic Homicide and Suicide Reviews (DHSRs) in April 2026. We are looking for a candidate with a good understanding of the Scottish legislative system and good understanding around domestic abuse and how it impacts on children to join our growing charity. Each year, in Scotland, around 25 families lose a loved one to fatal domestic abuse, perhaps one third of this number being domestic homicides and the others being suicides following domestic abuse. The actual number of domestic abuse related suicides remains unknown.
Many of these families suffer significant problems including relationship breakdown, job difficulties/loss and mental and physical health issues. The Children’s advocate will provide expert advocacy, specialist peer support to children, and other services, helping them practically and emotionally. This may include helping them to contribute to DHSRs and providing opportunities to recover from harm for example via trauma therapy and other services.
Through trauma-informed approaches, you will help the children bereaved by fatal domestic abuse:
- To enhance their voice after fatal domestic abuse including by helping them to contribute to domestic homicide and suicide reviews and formal / informal meetings with various professionals.
- By providing residential peer support events, or access to these events for both the children and their carers.
- Via virtual support tools and other resources.
- By developing pathways into groupwork programmes for carers of bereaved children.
- Cope and recover by direct support and by linking into other services, for example, specialist trauma therapy.
In return for joining us, we will offer you:
- 25 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays
- Excellent development and training opportunities
- Pension Scheme
- Healthcare Scheme
- Employee Assist Scheme
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About Sunrise Partnership
Sunrise Partnership (SC04859) is a small, locally based charity offering free, confidential support to children and young people (up to age 18) who have experienced significant loss or bereavement. Our work is rooted in compassion, inclusion and the belief that every young person deserves space to be heard and supported.
We are now looking to recruit new Trustees to strengthen our Board and help guide the charity through its next phase of development.
Trustee Roles Available
We welcome applications from people with a wide range of backgrounds. In particular, we are seeking trustees with experience or interest in:
- Fundraising – helping us build sustainable income and strengthen community support
- Treasury/Finance – supporting financial oversight, budgeting and good governance
- Social Work/psychology/counselling/nursing – bringing insight into children’s wellbeing, safeguarding and support needs
- Business Development/Marketing – helping us grow our profile, partnerships, and reach
- Teaching/Education – offering understanding of young people’s needs and school environments
You do not need previous board experience, we welcome individuals looking to develop their skills in a supportive environment.
What Trustees Do
Trustees work collectively to ensure Sunrise Partnership is well‑governed, financially sustainable and delivering high‑quality support. Responsibilities include:
- Providing strategic direction and oversight
- Ensuring finances, risks, and resources are well managed
- Supporting good governance and transparent reporting
- Contributing your skills, insight, and lived experience to Board discussions
- Championing our mission and values
Time Commitment
- 10 Board meetings per year, usually late afternoon/early evening (in person in Aberdeen or online)
- Optional involvement in events, fundraising, or training depending on your interests
Trust Fundraising Manager
- Full time
- £34,000 – £40,000
- Hybrid: working from St Vincent’s Hospice in Howwood 2 days per week
- Closing 29th June 2026
For more than 38 years, St Vincent’s Hospice has been at the heart of the Renfrewshire community, providing specialist palliative and end of life care to individuals and families facing life-limiting illness.
Supporting people across Renfrewshire and surrounding areas, the hospice delivers compassionate, person-centred care through a wide range of services including in-patient care, community support, family and bereavement services, counselling, wellbeing support and outreach programmes.
As demand for hospice services continues to grow, we are committed to developing sustainable income streams that will allow us to continue delivering and expanding our vital services free of charge to local families.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the hospice at a pivotal stage in its development.
About the Role
As Trust Fundraiser, you will play a central role in securing the funding needed to sustain and grow hospice services for the future.
We are looking for an ambitious, motivated and relationship-focused fundraiser who can build meaningful partnerships with charitable trusts, foundations and statutory funders. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will develop compelling funding proposals, communicate the impact of hospice care through powerful storytelling and steward long-term relationships that deliver sustainable income growth.
This role offers the opportunity to make a genuine and lasting impact within a respected and compassionate local charity, helping ensure that patients and families across our community continue to receive exceptional care and support when it matters most.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver a trusts and foundations fundraising plan
- Research and secure new funding opportunities
- Build compelling funding applications and impact reports
- Develop long-term relationships with funders and supporters
- Support income growth across core hospice services and innovation projects
- Maintain accurate CRM records using Raisers Edge (NXT)
- Collaborate across teams to gather case studies, outcomes and service data
- Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and GDPR
About You
We’re looking for someone with:
- Proven experience securing income from trusts, foundations or statutory funders
- A successful track record in writing funding applications and reports
- Excellent written communication and storytelling skills
- Strong relationship-building and stewardship experience
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- A collaborative and proactive approach
- Empathy with the values and mission of hospice care
Experience within the hospice, healthcare or charity sector would be advantageous.
Why Join Us?
At St Vincent’s Hospice, you will join a compassionate and supportive organisation where your work will make a direct difference to local families facing some of life’s most difficult moments.
This is an opportunity to be part of a respected charity with ambitious plans for the future, helping secure sustainable funding that will support exceptional care across our communities for years to come.