The Robertson Trust are looking for a Learning Officer for a 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave, to help us to make a real difference to reducing poverty and trauma in Scotland. If you would like to be part of one of Scotland’s biggest independent funders, with the clear aim of tackling poverty and trauma, this role could be for you.

We want to see a Scotland where everyone is valued and able to flourish. Over the next decade, we have committed to use all of our tools and resources to work with others to reduce poverty and trauma across four themes:

• Education pathways
• Emotional wellbeing and relationships
• Financial security
• Work pathways

The Role

The role of a Learning Officer is to assist in the creation, use and sharing of knowledge and learning internally and externally in order to:

• Support our understanding of the world we are operating in
• Help us to understand the value and impact of our work
• Enable us to plan, deliver and review work effectively
• Work in collaboration with colleagues to inform and influence policy and practice (our own and others)

A full job description is attached.

The person

We are looking for someone with a good understanding and technical knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methods of evaluation and research. Ideally, you will have experience of working with teams to use learning to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.

We encourage applications from people with lived or learned experience of poverty and trauma in Scotland. You will be providing learning support across the Trust’s different themes and should feel comfortable working across different projects and topics at the same time.

It is important that you work confidently using your own initiative whilst prioritising conflicting priorities and building relationships and networks to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

• Salary £35,875
• 35 days holiday per calendar year, inclusive of public holidays
• Pension - 10% employer contribution or 14% if employee contribution is 7%
• Private healthcare
• Annual Travel Pass Loan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme

The Robertson Trust is testing approaches to hybrid working. Applications for flexible working will be considered.

Join our mission to end youth homelessness in Scotland!

For over 30 years, we have been dedicated to preventing youth homelessness and supporting young people in building better futures.

This exciting and new role within the Rock Trust involves contributing to the new National Upstream project (homelessness prevention model).

Upstream is an innovative schools-based preventive model that utilises a universal screening tool to identify and support students at risk of homelessness.

The role requires skills inclusive of excellent communication skills, the ability to establish and nurture key partnerships and relationships with stakeholders, work directly with young people to provide emotional and practical support on a 1:1 basis in schools, at home and/or within the community.

Additionally, you will be digitally proficient in the use of Apps and IT with the ability to analyse and interpret data to identify young people who may require support, in collaboration with stakeholders.

Notes: You will be required to travel Scotland-wide, with potential overnight stays aware from home with expenses paid.

Includem is looking for Community Youth & Family Support Workers to join our Includem Response Team working in Scotland Central Belt to support children, young people, and families, when they need it most.

You will manage your own caseload ensuring support plans are developed with the young person to respond to their individual needs and supporting them to improve outcomes in line with GIRFEC principles and the organisations model of support.

You will be expected to actively demonstrate leadership and ownership over effective service delivery to young people, by managing their outcomes through use of line managers, colleagues, and organisational tools, processes, policies and procedures.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Build relationships and deliver outcome-based support to young people and families, involving all key stakeholders.
• Explore values and attitudes with young people in a supportive manner.
• Ensure a focus on regular and appropriate case progression to help young people and families recognise progress.
• Actively participate in the delivery of the Helpline evening and night service so support is available 24/7.
• To support with crisis management and generate solutions for young people and families.
• To build relationships with Local Authorities with varying demands and priorities.
• To ensure support is delivered in line with organisations Policies Procedures, SSSC Codes of Practice & National Guidelines.

A full job description you can find on our website: includem.org/careers

About you

As a Community Youth & Family Support worker, you will have experience of working with young people and engaging vulnerable young people and families who are likely to have faced challenging life circumstances.

You will also have:

• Experience of effectively engaging vulnerable young people and families.
• Experience of managing caseloads and influencing decision making.
• Experience of responding to difficult circumstances where people may be in crisis or engaged in risk taking behaviour.
• Able to provide emotional, practical and social support to young people and families.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Able to routinely evidence practice, including completion of formal reports.
• Reliable and committed to deliver the relationship-based model of intervention.

A UK driving license is an essential requirement to the role. Ideally it would be if you live in the central belt, but not mandatory.

If you would like further information about the role, please call Recruitment on 01414270523

We are Right There, a charity celebrating 200 years of service this year. We provide tailored support to individuals at home and in the community, helping those affected by homelessness, poverty, addiction, and family breakdowns.

Our vision is a world where everyone has the opportunity to create a safe and supportive place to call home. We strive to challenge stereotypes—regardless of a person’s situation, we are here to help, not judge. Our approach is about creating trusting relationships and nurturing people’s strengths,

Last year we supported almost 4,000 people, helping them avoid homelessness and stay connected with their loved ones. In partnership with Sonnet Advisory and Impact, we recently launched a report estimating that Right There generates a societal benefit of at least £308 million annually (net present value) based on a single cohort of referrals.

You would be joining Right There at a pivotal time, as Scotland faces a housing emergency declared by the Scottish Government. As a Board Trustee, you will play a crucial role in guiding our charity through these challenges and leveraging new opportunities. Your involvement will ensure our services remain effective and impactful.

Becoming a Trustee is a highly rewarding experience, offering the chance to influence strategic decisions, oversee governance, and support the delivery of life-changing services. We are looking for individuals passionate about our mission and values, with relevant knowledge and experience in:

• Strategic Commissioning (as a funder or provider)

• Children and family services design and delivery

• Scotland’s housing and homelessness landscape

• Policy, PR, or Communications

This is a fantastic opportunity to become the Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive at Scotland’s leading nature conservation charity. The postholder will provide high-level administrative and general support to the Chief Executive, Chair and Council (Board of Trustees), as well as liaising with a wide variety of other stakeholders inside and outside the organisation. This is a rewarding, interesting and fulfilling role for someone who enjoys developing strong relationships, has excellent organisational skills and wants to make a difference to the protection and restoration of nature at a time when it has never been more important.

Main duties include:

• Diary management, including coordinating internal and external meetings, events and travel
• Acting as first point of contact; dealing with correspondence and phone calls and being a representative of the CEO in their absence
• Liaising with Senior Management Team, Management Team, Line Managers and other relevant colleagues as required
• Administrative duties such as processing expense claims and maintaining and managing digital filling systems
• Co-ordinating and providing secretarial support for Council meetings including agendas, action updates, attendance, meeting papers and minute taking
• Providing administrative support to the Trust’s Chair and Committees

The successful candidate will have great people skills, professionalism, initiative and resilience. You’ll have a keen eye for detail and will relish the opportunity to play a part in bringing about nature’s recovery in Scotland, working alongside colleagues who share a common vision.

About us

For nearly 60 years, the Scottish Wildlife Trust has worked with its members, partners and supporters in pursuit of its vision of healthy, resilient ecosystems across Scotland’s land and seas.

The Trust successfully champions the cause of wildlife through policy and campaigning work, demonstrates best practice through practical conservation and innovative partnerships, and inspires people to take positive action through its education and engagement activities. The Trust manages a network of around 120 wildlife reserves across Scotland and is a member of the UK-wide Wildlife Trusts movement.

The benefits

• Flexi time/Hybrid working
• Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and pension schemes
• Weekly wellness hour
• Generous Sick pay allowance
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Training and Development focus

Established in 2018, Moray Rape Crisis provides specialist therapeutic support, information and advocacy for young people and adults of all genders, aged 11 and over, in the Moray area, who have experienced any form of sexual violence at any time in their lives, including rape, sexual assault, childhood sexual abuse and sexual exploitation. We also work directly with young people in schools and youth settings, and with strategic partners, towards preventing sexual violence.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Sexual Violence Prevention Worker to join our team. The postholder will deliver inclusive and participatory interventions to young people aged 11 to 25 around healthy sexual relationships, and help shape local strategic approaches to sexual violence prevention.

For more information about our work, please visit our website. Information about the national Sexual Violence Prevention Programme, coordinated by Rape Crisis Scotland, can be found at rapecrisisscotland.org.uk/prevention

Are you an enthusiastic and inspiring Employability Worker who would be excited to deliver our employability programme?

Are you looking for a role where you make a real difference to people’s lives?

Would you like to support individuals to engage in programmes to reach their full potential?

If so, this may be the perfect opportunity for you!

About the service

Cyrenians values food beyond its role as fuel, it also sustains our mental and emotional health and plays a central role in nurturing connection within communities. This is the basis of our FareShare social enterprise. Our FareShare Central and South-East Scotland depot provides opportunities for people and organisations to access food, improve their health and wellbeing, and to develop skills and confidence.

About the post

Our Employability Programme supports people to gain the required skills and experience to move towards employment, further education, training or volunteering. You will work as part of the wider FareShare Depot team to support individuals to engage in our employability programme and reach their full potential. Your main duties will involve:

• Delivering employability workshops to a wide range of clients
• Engage with organisations to promote our Employability programme and secure job opportunities for clients
• Continually monitor and evaluate the employability programme

About you

You will be a values-led, experienced employability worker who engages well with people and demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment. You should also be:

• Experienced in delivering training or employability programmes
• Great at building relationships with partner organisations
• Excellent at planning and managing your own workload

How we’ll support you

We’ll empower you to work independently, with a supportive manager, and our experienced depot operations team. We will encourage you to use your initiative to deliver the programme, innovate new activities and learn on the job.

You will have access to wider Cyrenians support, including our learning and development programme and staff wellbeing services.

About us

At Cyrenians we tackle the causes and consequences of homelessness by taking a Public Health Approach to Homelessness Prevention. We take a values-led and relationships-based approach to delivering all our services.

Read more about our impact and our values

SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health) is Scotland's leading mental health charity, dedicated to improving the lives of individuals affected by mental health issues. Founded in 1923, the charity strives to create a society where mental health is valued, understood, and supported. With a commitment to innovation and collaboration, SAMH is at the forefront of mental health advocacy, ensuring that everyone has access to the support they need to lead fulfilling lives.

What will you do as Corporate Partnerships Manager?

Here at BTA, we have been given the fantastic opportunity of representing SAMH in their search for their new Corporate Partnerships Manager. Your expertise in account and relationship management will be crucial in building long-term, sustainable financial support where you will play a pivotal part in managing corporate partnerships that provide vital funding for SAMH mental health programs.

In this role you will be responsible for managing multi-year partnerships and delivering exceptional stewardship journeys for corporate supporters. Additionally, you will have a vital role in the Account Management team, while also collaborating closely with colleagues across the Fundraising Department and wider SAMH to fully maximise all opportunities for our partners.

Key responsibilities include:

• Direct Line Management – Provide leadership and guidance to a team of two Account Managers, supporting their development and success. You will also support the Senior Manager in maximising the corporate income stream through partnership work.
• Account Management – Understanding funding mechanisms and processes is required to create relevant and innovative offerings tailored to partner needs making SAMH more attractive to corporate sponsors.
• Maximising Partnerships - Delivering high-quality, impactful partnerships that consistently meet or exceed partner expectations. Executing partnership projects flawlessly, building trust and paving the way for future collaboration and increased financial contributions.
• Relationship Management – Maintaining the current partnerships within SAMH, building and growing ongoing relationships to encourage long-term support and funding.
• Representation – Act as a passionate ambassador for SAMH, effectively representing our values and mission to external stakeholders and partners and advocating for mental health awareness and support in all interactions.

What does SAMH need from you?

Experience:

• Strong experience in meeting and exceeding income or fundraising targets, with the ability to develop and implement successful partnership strategies.
• Knowledge in managing corporate partnerships, ideally within a charity or not-for-profit sector.
• Demonstrable experience of line managing staff, including supporting and developing staff – desirable.

Key Skills and Attributes

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including confidence in public speaking/presentations and report writing.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to identify new business development opportunities and areas for partnership growth.
• Competence in using CRM systems and databases to manage partner information and track progress – desirable.

What is in it for you?

You will work in a supportive environment and will be provided with a full induction and training opportunities. You will be given the chance to develop your knowledge and skills, as well as develop professionally. Some of the benefits include;

• 30 days annual leave rising to 33 after 5 years’ service (+4 public holidays).
• 2 paid wellbeing days off per year to use on what matters to you.
• Funded continuous learning and development opportunities, access to over 100 courses online in addition to classroom and virtual training sessions.
• Workplace pension scheme and Life Assurance policy from day one

The Organisation

• See glasgowdisabledscouts.org Within key pre-agreed areas, you will have delegated authority to get on with things as you see fit but you will need to establish, from an early stage, effective working relationships with key volunteers.
• - a Scout Group, and registered charity - based in Glasgow Southside, supporting girls, boys and young adults - aged 6 to 25 - with disabilities and life limiting conditions
• We meet across the city of Glasgow – every Monday evening - with exciting programmes, focused on increasing independence, building confidence, gaining skills for life and most importantly of all, having fun!
• All of our young people have some form of additional support needs, and we provide one to one support through a team of over 100 volunteers, to ensure that those needs are met, and that the young persons can fully participate in the activities.

However…

• To support the maintenance and growth of this outstanding service to Glasgow young people with additional support needs, 77th Glasgow Disabled Scouts must maintain a steady supply of committed volunteers, with the right skills and attributes.
• ...And we have managed to get a grant to hire a fully-paid part-time Operations Manager (Volunteering) – 18hrs per week, including Monday evenings – for initially 3 years.

The role - Operations Manager (Volunteering)

• Reporting to The Board of Trustees, via one appointed contact point – initially one of the experienced Senior Volunteers
• A crucial part of our team delivering Scouting for young people with complex needs across Glasgow.
• As the only paid employee of the charity, you will be responsible for working on a range of tasks that are essential for the operations of the charity.
• (This may feel different to other organisations, so you will have to be adaptable to build relationships with people who fit their work in this organisation around their own employment and family circumstances)
• This is a role for someone who wants to get stuck in, operate to a high level with minimum supervision, and achieve real results, for a charity that punches above it’s weight in terms of outcomes for young people.

Key tasks

• Recruit volunteers to fill specific roles, and manage their initial induction, with their volunteer line manager.
• Build working relationships with key volunteers and trustees, and establish an effective approach to “getting things done,” right from the outset.
• Generally support the management of the charity and the lead volunteers in the safe running of our operations and the growth and development potential
• Being the first point of contact for GDS (Glasgow Disables Scouts) - a business phone will be provided.
• Maintain electronic records and databases ensuring compliance with GDPR.
• Work with our volunteer-led Compliance Group to ensure the charity is fully compliant with Scout Association regulations and wider charity law.
• Coordinate key aspects of the infrastructure of the charity such as transport provision – supported by GCC’s Glasgow Bus Partnership – and also venue scheduling.

Ideal person

• Previous operations management experience in a similar sector/organization.
• Strong skills in creating and building effective working relationships with a wide range of individuals and organisations, - both internally and externally - and preferably with experience of working with volunteers
• Demonstrate significant experience in working independently to deliver results and the motivation to meet deadlines with minimal oversight.
• Strongly desired is “experience working with disabled young people” but must have, as a minimum, ie demonstrable interest in supporting a charity , similar to Glasgow Disabled Scouts
• Highly effective IT skills including email, Microsoft Office (essential) and ideally experience in website updating, and social media channels.
• Solution focused and driven to get things done – flexible enough to see something that you can support and getting on with doing it.
• Able to work independently, and motivate yourself, to meet deadlines with minimal supervision, but at the same time recognise you are part of a strong team, led by volunteers.
• Able to communicate effectively – both written and verbally – to bring people with you in key aspects of the organisation of the charity
• You believe in our vision, and work with us to reach it, sometimes challenging us, if you can see a better way to do something.
• Flexible in your working hours (18 hrs/week) – as sometimes we may need you to work evenings or weekends to meet a deadline, if agreed in advance.
• Ideally, an understanding of Scouts or a similar volunteer-led organisation in either a paid or voluntary capacity
• Ideally, experience of recruiting, welcoming and training volunteers

Candidate Value Proposition

• Making a real difference to the young disabled Glasgow folks
• Significant scope for you to learn, grow and develop the role – and you! - into new directions based on your specific skills, experiences, and interests.
• A flexible role – 18 hrs/week - with the expectation you will work from home apart from a period of induction and getting to know us, when you will be partly office based in Glasgow city centre.
• Within key pre-agreed areas, you will have delegated authority to get on with things as you see fit but you will need to establish, from an early stage, effective working relationships with key volunteers.
• Attractive hourly rate – £12:50 to £17.50 ph. depending on your experience, and 5% pension contribution.
• As part of the bigger "Scouts Scotland", who will be your main employer, you will receive significant coaching, mentoring and career guidance.

JOB PURPOSE:

The School Programmes Officer is part of a UK wide team delivering high quality STE(A)M engagement programmes and events to schools/colleges. This role involves delivery (face to face and virtual), event organisation and administration.

ABOUT EDT:

We are an established educational charity and our mission is to connect youngpeople with STEM and inspire STEM futures. Our vision is a society where young people acrossthe UK have equal access to engage with STEM subjects and achieve their potential in STEMcareers and opportunities for further study whatever their background. Our values arepassionate, dynamic, collaborative and respect.

At EDT we deliver our own series of programmes & tailored activities supporting young peopleat every key decision-making point throughout their educational journey. Industrial Cadets isour widely recognised, accredited awards scheme providing industry-based pathwayexperiences through education to employment, delivering an employability equivalent ofDofE, patroned by His Majesty the King.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

By joining EDT as a School Programmes Officer, you will have the opportunity be a key part of our success and support thousands of young people each year by delivering engaging content to young people both virtually and face-to-face. You will work closely with our partners and volunteers to create and deliver STE(A)M-based and future-skills projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver and present large-scale programmes and events with schools and industry mentors to a high standard.
• Take responsibility for the overall planning and implementation of specific activities within a defined geographical area.
• Recruit and build strong relationships with local schools, working with the Development and Delivery Lead to match educators to funders requirements.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with teachers and industry mentors.
• Use our CRM system to manage delivery, report and track progress, ensuring that all relevant data is reviewed, managed and kept up to date.
• Be the face of EDT – take a ‘Front of house’ role at face-to-face and virtual events.
• Contribute to the expansion and development of inspirational, hands-on, virtual or face-to-face activities for young people.
• Work dynamically with all levels of the organisation to help create new and exciting additions to our programmes.
• End to end event planning with venues to ensure all programme requirements are met.
• Volunteer recruitment and management.

Competencies and Attributes:

• Professional and proactive, with a real pride in quality of work.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to use dynamic and engaging presentation skills with the confidence to deliver activities to large groups of young people.
• A team worker who can liaise and collaborate with colleagues and other stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and good IT skills (databases, CRM, Excel, Canva & LMS).
• Organised: can manage workload and deadlines and demonstrate effective time management.
• Positive and resilient attitude.
• Experience in the third sector and/or youth sector is desirable.

Special conditions:

The successful candidate will be required to fulfil an enhanced DBS/PVG check and should hold a clean driving licence. The role will require regular travel around the region (Scotland) and at times nationally (involving overnight stays), access to reliable transportation is essential (own car preferred).