Are you a visionary leader ready to shape the future of community housing in West Dunbartonshire? With our current Chief Executive retiring in April 2026 after six years of transformative leadership, we're seeking an inspiring successor to drive our ambitious five-year Business Plan forward. Join us at a pivotal moment as we strengthen governance, embrace innovation, and deepen our impact on the Dalmuir community.
Your Role
Step into the heart of our community as Chief Executive and lead a passionate team across Customer Services, Finance & Corporate Services, Sheltered Housing, and Out-of-School Care. Reporting to the Board and based at our landmark Beardmore House office, you’ll:
• Spearhead strategic growth, ensuring we deliver exceptional services, invest wisely in our 690 homes (including sheltered housing), and expand our factoring services for 154 owners.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering staff to challenge norms and leverage technology for better outcomes.
• Build lasting partnerships with communities, stakeholders, and partners to enhance resilience and create vibrant, sustainable neighbourhoods.
• Champion financial stewardship and risk management while keeping our core values—Customer Focused,
• Committed, Community Based, and Caring—at the forefront of every decision.
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Discover Dalmuir Park Housing Association
Nestled in the heart of Dalmuir, we're a community-based organisation with strong ties to the people we serve. Our locations are conveniently accessible via excellent public transport links, just a short walk from Dalmuir train station and major bus routes, or a short drive from the Erskine Bridge.
We're proud holders of Investors in People Gold status, reflecting our dedication to employee development and wellbeing. As we evolve through our 2024-2029 Business Plan, we're focused on growth, service excellence, and playing a key role in building a thriving Dalmuir.
At DPHA, we’re driven by collaboration, creativity, and a passion for excellence. Discover what makes our workplace stand out.
Who We're Seeking
We're looking for a collaborative strategist with a people-first mindset and proven experience in housing or similar sectors. You'll bring:
• Strong strategic leadership skills to translate ambitions into action, with a track record of organisational development and team motivation.
• Expertise in governance, financial management, and community engagement, ideally with knowledge of the Scottish housing landscape.
• Proven ability to navigate regulatory requirements and build effective relationships with key stakeholders, including the Scottish Housing Regulator
• A passion for innovation, employee wellbeing, and sustainable impact, combined with excellent communication to inspire staff, Board members, and partners.
If you're energised by community-driven change and eager to invest in talented teams while growing your own career, this could be your next step.
Why Choose Us?
This is a permanent, full-time role (35 hours/week) with a competitive salary of £78,369 to £81,725 (SM16-SM18).
At DPHA, we prioritise your wellbeing and growth. Enjoy a supportive environment with perks including:
• 8 weeks' annual leave (pro-rata), comprising 25 personal days plus 15 public holidays.
• A generous 12% pension contribution via the Scottish Housing Associations Pension Scheme (SHAPS) and a salary sacrifice scheme
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing initiatives, including counselling services and family-friendly policies.
• An inclusive learning culture with tailored training, mentoring, and clear progression pathways to grow alongside our team.
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Top job! Head of Walking Programmes
- Full time
- £46,135 – £51,266
- Hybrid: Stirling
- Closing 19th December 2025
Walking Scotland is Scotland’s walking and wheeling charity. Walking and wheeling are the most affordable and practical ways to help solve some of Scotland’s biggest challenges, from health inequalities to the climate-nature emergencies.
We promote the benefits of walking and wheeling on our physical, social, and mental health. Our programmes connect communities and inspire positive behaviour change. We also improve places and spaces to walk and wheel.
A key element of this work involves the delivery of our walking programmes, and we are seeking a senior leader who can inspire and develop our approach to this work. Our programme settings are based on national and international evidence of what works best to support people to become more active with walking and wheeling being one of the best ways to achieve this
So, as a potential candidate for this new post:
- Are you able to take a leading role by managing our walking programme teams to deliver on our commitments?
- Are you able to build, manage and nurture highly effective relationships, influencing key stakeholders, partner organisations and funders to increase walking opportunities in Scotland?
- Can you demonstrate competency as a senior leader and contribute meaningfully to a Senior Leadership Team?.
- Are you adaptable and resilient and able to anticipate challenges and developing plans to solve them?
You will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer and Senior Leadership Team to champion and deliver Walking Scotland’s Mission, Strategy, and Plans. You will also lead a multidisciplinary team to drive forward Walking Scotland’s key objectives within the programme settings.
We offer the opportunity to be part of an organisation that recognises staff as our most valued asset. Attractive employment conditions include a contributory pension scheme and flexi-time policy.
Cloch’s vision is to deliver services which exceed expectations. The role of Director of Assets is integral to not only leading the property and assets services of the Association, but the overall strategic direction of Cloch. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Leadership and Strategic Direction: taking a lead role across all matters of asset management and working collaboratively with the Leadership Team.
- Asset Management: responsibility to manage, coordinate and deliver a customer focussed repairs and maintenance service to ensure that key targets are achieved, that the repair’s function operates within budget and that a quality service is delivered to customers.
- Performance: monitoring the performance outcomes of the team whilst producing reports for Board and contributing to overall performance.
- Continuous Improvement: ensuring the team are empowered and equipped to deliver and challenge the status quo to develop innovative solutions.
This is a permanent, full-time role (35 hours/week) with a competitive salary of £71,666 - £75,018 (SM12-SM14). Based at our Greenock office with hybrid flexibility, plus generous perks like 8 weeks' annual leave (29 days + 11 public holidays), health cash plan and more.
Working at Cloch
It is an exciting and pivotal time to be joining Cloch Housing Association as we step into a new era of growth and opportunity. With a refreshed business plan due to launch in 2026/27, we are shaping a bold future that will ensure we continue to deliver high-quality homes, strengthen communities, and respond to the evolving challenges of our sector. Innovation, collaboration and strong leadership will be central to our success as we build on our proud history while embracing fresh ways of thinking.
Guided by our values – Be Better, Be Kind, Be Responsible, Be Positive – we foster an environment where people thrive, ideas are welcomed, and decisions are made collectively. Our culture is one of openness and trust, where our people, tenants and partners have a voice and play a vital role in shaping what we do. We want our people not only to contribute but also to grow, develop and feel empowered to make a difference.
At Cloch, we are proud of the passion, inclusivity and transparency that define how we work. Together, we are committed to building stronger communities, tackling sector-wide challenges head-on, and ensuring that every decision reflects our mission to exceed customer expectations.
How to Fit at Cloch
We believe in a “can do” and reflective approach to life and learning. Change is welcomed here as we continually explore new ways of working and challenge existing processes to enhance how we do things.
Fit is important to us, and we know this will be important to you, so we would love to hear from you if you are someone who:
- Shares our values
- Likes to be hands-on in their approach
- Is open and honest in their communication style
- Encourages others in their development and decision-making
- Holds an overall positive outlook and inspires others through this
From September 2026 and initially for three years
Due to the expiry of the term of office of the current Chair, COSCA (Counselling & Psychotherapy in Scotland) needs a new Chair to provide strategic direction and governance.
As Scotland’s professional body for counselling and psychotherapy, COSCA aims to advance and support all forms of counselling, psychotherapy, and the use of counselling skills, build confidence in counselling and psychotherapy and protect the public in its use of services.
The Chair will be a facilitator, a diplomat, a communicator, a coach, a leader and a listener. The Chair will:
- attend and chair Board meetings (4 per annum)
- provide leadership and guide the members of the Board to set overall policy and targets and monitor outcomes
- understand the voluntary sector, governance of a charity, charity law and the funding of charities
- be committed to the advancement of counselling and psychotherapy and enthusiasm for COSCA’s work
- be a strategic thinker, be able to communicate well and work collaboratively with colleagues and the Chief Executive
- be willing to devote time and effort to the organisation and represent COSCA where appropriate.
Out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed.
Finance Manager
- Part time
- £27,000 – £34,000 pro-rata
- Hybrid: New Galloway. Flexible working available.
- Closing 7th December 2025
Join our organisation to make a real difference in the heart of the Glenkens.
This is a rare opportunity to join the GCAT Management Team, working closely with our Chief Executive to ensure that GCAT and its projects are well managed financially. Core responsibilities of the role are:
- To provide the GCAT Chief Executive and Board with any information needed to ensure good governance of the organisation.
- To ensure effective financial stewardship of GCAT, ensuring a robust and secure financial system for the organisation.
- To deliver GCAT’s aims and objectives, policies and activities in relation to the Business Support Programme.
- To provide an effective business support function which underpins and supports the effectiveness of GCAT as a whole; motivating other relevant staff to achieve this.
- To support the preparation and implementation of business strategies, plans and budgets for all service areas.
- To work with the GCAT Chief Executive, colleagues, contractors, users and key relevant partners to ensure quality and to develop the future direction of the Business Support Programme.
For all details, see full Job Description, overview GCAT Strategy and CatStrand walkthrough
We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled, self-motivated finance professional to join our long-standing charity and take the lead on our finance function. This role is ideal for a highly capable individual with strong accounting or finance expertise who thrives in a nurturing team environment and is eager to make a meaningful impact and contribution to a community focused organisation.
As Finance Manager you will oversee all aspects of financial operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial data and reporting. Your responsibilities will include managing day-to-day finance activities, preparing fully accrued monthly management accounts for the board, and producing a trial balance with supporting evidence for the annual audit. You will also collaborate with external auditors to meet reporting requirements.
Additionally, you will collate payroll to issue to our external payroll provider, oversee pension contributions, and contribute to HR systems and records. You will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Trustees to ensure effective credit control and financial administration.
As a community based, people focused organisation we prioritise wellbeing and professional development of our team. Staff are given a ‘winter wellbeing’ day to use as they wish over the autumn/winter months, in addition to a generous annual leave allocation of 28 days plus 12 days public holidays (pro rata’d) which increases with service.
Staff have access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), regular support and supervision and a collegiate working environment where staff voice and contributions are valued.
If you have the expertise and drive to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you!
Financial Wellbeing Officer (family leave cover)
- Full time
- £32,100
- Remote: Mainly working from home, but some travel for meetings will be required.
- Closing 10th January 2026
About Money Advice Scotland
The times we live through are frequently described as unprecedented.
A century pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis has magnified and entrenched inequality.
But it has also shown that change can happen rapidly and can make a real difference.
We need change. We need new ideas when old solutions cannot solve new problems.
Money Advice Scotland is Scotland’s money charity. Our mission is to be the driving force towards financial wellbeing for the people of Scotland.
We believe we will achieve this by supporting the advice workforce, empowering citizens to get help and support, and advocating for fairer policy.
About the role
Our Financial Wellbeing Team works towards the strategic aim of improving financial health and wellbeing.
We do this by delivering evidence-based money guidance to several audiences, including schools, colleges, communities, and workplaces.
We also deliver financial wellbeing training to professionals, administer our e-learning modules and create a wide range of digital resources so that people can access financial information in a format that is most suited to their needs.
Full details are available in the job description below.
Financial Wellbeing Prevention Officer (family leave cover)
- Full time
- £32,100
- Remote: Mainly working from home, but some travel for meetings will be required.
- Closing 10th January 2026
About Money Advice Scotland
The times we live through are frequently described as unprecedented.
A century pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis has magnified and entrenched inequality.
But it has also shown that change can happen rapidly and can make a real difference.
We need change. We need new ideas when old solutions cannot solve new problems.
Money Advice Scotland is Scotland’s money charity. Our mission is to be the driving force towards financial wellbeing for the people of Scotland.
We believe we will achieve this by supporting the advice workforce, empowering citizens to get help and support, and advocating for fairer policy.
About the role
Our Financial Wellbeing Team works towards the strategic aim of improving financial health and wellbeing.
We do this by delivering evidence-based money guidance to several audiences, including schools, colleges, communities, and workplaces.
We also deliver financial wellbeing training to professionals, administer our e-learning modules and create a wide range of digital resources so that people can access financial information in a format that is most suited to their needs.
This role will be a key part of the team offering prevention approaches with communities, schools and individuals. In addition it will provide follow-up after a financial solution to ensure sustainable outcomes.
This role involves a new and innovative prevention approach thanks to funding from the Robertson Trust.
Full details are available in the job description below.
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (CHSS) is Scotland’s leading health charity working to help people with chest, heart and stroke conditions live life to the full. People with these conditions need and want to know how to manage them day to day and live as well as they can.
Experiencing a life-changing event like a heart attack or stroke or being diagnosed with a chest or heart condition or Long Covid, can mean that people are scared and alone. Many people do not know where to turn. Nobody in Scotland should have to face their health journey on their own. CHSS will deliver a community where people with its conditions can support each other, secure the expert help they need and advocate for the care that matters to them. Central to delivering the No Life Half Lived strategy, the Strategic Communications Manager plays a key role in helping CHSS reach 175,000 people annually by 2028, ensuring all design and content reflects the charity’s mission and values.
The Strategic Communications Manager will lead and align all external and internal communications to build and protect the reputation of Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (CHSS). This strategic role covers brand campaigns, media, partnerships, services marketing, crisis communications and internal communications.
Working closely with the Head of Communications & Marketing, the post-holder will position communications as a strategic enabler of CHSS’ ambition that there should be No Life Half Lived in Scotland. A key focus is to establish CHSS as a trusted source of health information and thought leadership, particularly in relation to Chest, Heart and Stroke conditions.
The role will provide expert media advice, supports senior spokespeople and leads a team of specialists to deliver integrated, impactful communications. It will oversee strategic media partnerships, evidence-led content and proactive relationship building to enhance CHSS’s visibility and credibility.
The Strategic Communications Manager will collaborate across departments to develop tailored marketing plans and strengthen internal communications.
Duties & Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
- Line manage a team of four
- Oversee team workflow, development and performance reviews
- Provide coaching and strategic oversight to ensure media activities align with CHSS goals
Strategic Communications
- Develop and deliver integrated communications plans across media, brand, services, crisis comms and internal channels
- Lead brand campaigns including FAST and Advice Line, ensuring alignment with CHSS values
- Manage proactive and reactive media strategies, including crisis response protocols
- Use audience insight to inform planning and improve engagement metrics
Internal Collaboration
- Work with departments across CHSS to co-develop communications plans that support strategic priorities
- Provide media advice to senior leaders including the Chief Executive
- Collaborate with Evaluation & Impact, Data and Service Delivery teams to ensure evidence-led messaging
- Support Income Generation teams with marketing initiatives for fundraising and retail
External Relationships
- Build and manage relationships with media, creative agencies and public/private sector partners (e.g., NHS, Network Rail)
- Manage contracts with media monitoring and distribution services
- Represent CHSS externally with professionalism and credibility
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure all communications comply with GDPR, NLA and CLA regulations
- Maintain oversight of media monitoring tools and ensure supplier compliance
- Provide training and guidance on legal standards to internal teams
External Engagement
- Lead communications for high-profile campaigns and joint initiatives with external stakeholders
- Use the External Engagement Toolkit to enhance CHSS’ reach and reputation
- Promote CHSS’ mission and services to increase stakeholder awareness and referrals
Volunteer Engagement
- Highlight volunteer impact through strategic communications and storytelling
- Collaborate with the Volunteering Team to develop case studies and recruitment campaigns
- Promote volunteer opportunities to stakeholders and ensure positive volunteer experiences
Preferred Candidate Background
The ideal candidate for the Strategic Communications Manager role will be a seasoned communications professional with a strong track record in strategic media relations, brand leadership, and cross-channel campaign delivery. They will bring a blend of creativity, technical proficiency and strategic insight, coupled with a collaborative mindset and the ability to lead and inspire teams. With at least five years’ experience in communications within the charity or public affairs sector, they will be confident advising senior stakeholders, managing complex projects and driving impactful, evidence-led communications that align with organisational goals.
Required Skills:
- Supportive and effective line management style; able to motivate teams to deliver challenging projects
- Skilled at translating complex information into engaging, audience-appropriate content
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills across varied audiences
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Creative and solutions-focused approach to problem-solving
- Strong relationship-building skills and ability to grow internal and external networks
- Ability to manage competing priorities and complex issues in a fast-paced environment
- Confident advising senior stakeholders on sensitive or strategic communications
- Strong project management skills for own and team workload
- Skilled in maintaining message discipline across large projects or organisations
- Effective working relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders
Required Experience:
- Proficiency in media monitoring and distribution tools (Onclusive, Meltwater, Vuelio)
- Experience with project management and collaboration platforms (Trello, Asana, Slack)
- Familiarity with digital content creation tools (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)
- Strong understanding of social media platforms and digital PR strategies
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in strategic communications, media relations or public affairs
- Proven track record of securing national and regional media coverage across broadcast, print and digital platforms
- Experience integrating communications across digital and traditional channels
- Experience in the charity sector and understanding of its diverse business functions
- Experience coordinating colleagues and external partners to deliver impactful content
- Proven ability to develop and execute strategies for high-quality publicity
- Experience planning and delivering external communications projects across teams
- Experience improving systems and processes to increase communications efectiveness
- Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality work within tight timescales
- Experience developing and working within brand guidelines
- Proven line management experience
- Experience managing and reviewing contracts with external suppliers to ensure value for money