Scottish FA Extra Time Project Outline

The Scottish FA seek to use the power of football to help support and strengthen its clubs and the communities they serve. As part of the ongoing partnership between the Scottish FA and the Scottish Government, the Scottish FA Extra Time Programme aims to provide after school and holiday activity clubs for primary school aged children.

The programme is available to football clubs, trusts and foundations and will look to develop an understanding of how organised activities for children, and wider engagement with local support services, can improve life outcomes, particularly for those families on low incomes.

Scottish FA Extra Time Project Principles

• An increased accessibility to organised children’s activities for targeted families.
• A better understanding of the role that organised children's activities can play in providing food/tackling food insecurities.
• More parents and carers from targeted families can sustain and/or increase their working hours, and/or improve their employment circumstances, take up training, studying or facilitate respite opportunities.
• A way to measure improved mental health and wellbeing for children, parents, and carers.
• A better understanding of additional impacts and outcomes that are realised because of providing targeted families and communities with access to funded organised activities.
• Engagement with parents, carers, and communities to increase community involvement and the numbers of children and families participating in grassroots clubs and organisations.

Key Responsibilities

• To engage and build relationships with parents, carers, and communities to increase community involvement and the numbers of children and families participating in grassroots clubs and organisations.
• To provide direct support and/or therapeutic work with children, young people and families, which may include, group work, family work, and individual work.
• To maintain communication with families of the children and young people we are engaging with via the ASC’s and to promote their involvement in the Extra Time project.
• To plan and deliver workshop sessions for low-income families and provide relevant support where necessary.
• To maintain accurate and detailed records of all sessions.
• To develop and implement evaluation tools to measure the impact of both funding and project aims versus results.
• To develop and maintain effective communication links with local schools, Head Teachers, and SFA Southeast Region members of staff plus any other relevant parties both within and out with North Edinburgh.
• To develop strategic partnerships and links with social sector organisations providing services to children and young people, including low-income families.
• Support Extra Time Youth & Community Coaches to deliver afterschool sessions in line with Foundation policies and procedures.
• To ensure SCF policies and procedures are following risk assessments and lone working policies are being followed.
• To develop, maintain and share a working knowledge of local and national strategies for the future development of football, sport in general, education and health initiatives.

Full job description can be downloaded below.

Edinburgh University Students' Association is looking to recruit a Coordinator (Volunteering Development) - Maternity Cover to join our Student Opportunities team.

Edinburgh University Students’ Association is an award-winning organisation, which exists to provide diverse services, representation, and welfare support to the community of over 49,500 students at the University of Edinburgh. By providing opportunities, helping to create change and offering support, we're here to help students get the most out of their time in Edinburgh. We have five venues around the University of Edinburgh campus – Teviot, King’s Buildings House, Potterrow, the Pleasance and Edinburgh College of Art’s Wee Red Bar – which house our offices, cafés, bars, clubs, spaces for students to meet, study and socialise. These spaces transform into some of the most well loved Edinburgh Festival Fringe venues throughout the month of August each year.

We are a registered charity and all of the income we generate from our commercial activity goes back in to supporting our members. We’re also an organisation with a strategic commitment to support and empower all our staff, and have some exciting plans for the future. Plus, over 90% of our staff would recommend the Students' Association as a place to work. There's never been a better time to apply and join our organisation.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. Edinburgh University Students’ Association is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

The Student Opportunities team focusses on supporting and developing a wide range of student-led activity: to ensure students have the opportunity to meet each other and have fun; to build community amongst our members; and to support their personal and professional development.

Our community volunteering offer exists to connect our students with the local community as well as UK based volunteering opportunities with Third Sector organisations, primarily by engaging students in rewarding volunteering opportunities. We offer: a volunteering brokerage, student-led volunteering societies, and access to volunteering partnership projects, as well as advice, resources, funding, and awards and recognition to students who volunteer.

Our offer aims to provide students with both one-off and long-term quality volunteering opportunities to stimulate both personal and professional growth and to provide them with links to the local community to expand their experience while studying at the University of Edinburgh.

Salary: £30,412 - £32,920 (Band D)

In line with our Pay Policy, the successful candidate will typically be offered the lowest salary band point, dependent on experience.

Plus a generous benefits package:

• 35 days per year holiday entitlement
• Company pension with 14.5% employer contribution
• Enhanced company sick pay, leave and loan policies
• Hybrid working - up to 40% working from home per week
• A comprehensive package of support via our Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to money saving discounts from hundreds of retailers via our Pluxee Discounts Hub
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounts on food and drink across our venues

About our Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children (UASC) Service

Aberlour Child Care Trust is leading a Partnership of Highland Council, Barnardos Highland Services, Right There and Gateway to provide practical support care and integration to Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children.

The partnership provides support to Asylum-Seekers 16+yrs in all areas of life from house management, community relationships, education, financial management, activities and volunteering. Together we ensure the support improves the lives of young people using a rights-based trauma informed approach.

The Service is dispersed, with an office base in Inverness. Staff are required to provide support across the region - Inverness, Muir of Ord, Dingwall, Alness, Invergordon and Tain. Access to a vehicle and a driver’s license are essential to this role.

What we are looking for....

We are seeking to recruit a Project Worker to join our established team. Funding is currently guaranteed until 31st March 2027 but we are extremely hopeful of funding being extended beyond this. The post requires some weekend work (there is a 3 week rota where staff undertake 1 weekend in 3). You will be expected to work between the hours of 8am and 8pm (working days are 3 x 10 hour shifts and 1 x 7.5 hour shift per week).

There is a need for flexibility to adapt to the needs of the service and young people however where staff are needed to work out with these hours, this would be discussed in advance.

The young people are looking for someone to join the team who is fun, caring and encouraging, providing them with varied and bespoke support to meet their needs; from learning how to manage a house and finances to taking part in activities and learning opportunities that enables them to build a sense of belonging.

You will be an allocated keyworker for specific young people, whilst also being able to work across the service with everyone where required. You will ensure support provided promotes integration, meeting of cultural needs, independent living skills and feelings of safety, through building nurturing relationships which empower young people to grow and develop.

Strong communication skills are required for this role. English is not the first language for many of our young people therefore you will be required to adapt your communication accordingly and support them in their informal learning of English. Additionally, the role requires you to liaise with other agencies including health, education and social worker developing collaborative relationships ensuring the young person is at the forefront of the work we all do.

Ideally, you will have a relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 7 or above or be willing to work towards this.

At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team. To have a look at our values to understand more about what we are looking for from our employees click here.

What we offer...

As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers. Please click here to have a look at our Employee Benefits.

Upside

This Scottish Government funded programme will deliver inclusive voluntary throughcare services across Scotland for men, women and young people serving a short-term sentence or following a period on remand. A collaborative and relationship-based partnership model underpins delivery to support to achieve positive outcomes for people and wider communities. Improving reintegration and wellbeing ultimately improves lives and reduces re-offending.

We are recruiting a values-driven individual to join our Sacro delivery team in the following role:

0.5 FTE Throughcare Community Worker based in Fife covering Males, Females and YP.

Your role will be to support people returning to their community following a short-term sentence or period on remand providing relational and practical support that is tailored and responsive to the needs of the person. Working collaboratively with Throughcare Prison Worker colleagues and a range of partners you will support in co-ordinated pre-release planning to ensure a person’s journey is effectively supported. This will involve supporting connections to local, and specialist, services where appropriate and importantly wider community connections.

You will have the ability to establish trusting and genuine relationships with compassionate approaches front and centre. You will be self-motivated and understand the importance of collaboration and working in partnership across organisations and sectors to support the best outcomes for people. You will be keen to support your team, Pod area and wider service delivery demonstrating flexibility to service demand as required.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to be involved in shaping and delivering a new high-profile government funded project, that is truly making a difference to people’s lives.

This role will involve working as part of a dynamic local team with workers from across Partner organisations. Primarily remotely, with some work expected at our designated work hub (Edinburgh/Glasgow/Kirkcaldy) and travel as required to support engagement events across the partnership. Being educated to at least SVQ level 3 or equivalent is desirable. Experience of supporting individuals in a community setting, a current driving licence and use of a car for work and being computer literate with proficient experience of Microsoft tools are essential.

Don’t meet every single requirement?

Studies show that women and Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic people are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every qualification. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job description, we’d love you to apply anyway. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role within Sacro.

This post is subject to a satisfactory Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership record.

We offer some great benefits, including family friendly policies, flexible and hybrid working and work-life balance. We also have generous annual leave entitlement, employee wellbeing scheme, cycle to work scheme, pension scheme and death in service, enhanced company sick pay. We will offer learning and development, progression and qualifications with the opportunity for growth and development.

We welcome applications from individuals who share Sacro’s aims and values and want to engage with those we support to help them move on to a more secure, settled and fulfilling life and value diversity from all sections of the community.

At Edinburgh Napier University, we are committed to providing a safe and protected university environment where all students are supported to fulfil their potential.

Our Safeguarding team provides high quality, professional services to support students who may be at risk of harm, exploitation or who are experiencing complex welfare issues, including students who have experienced, or are at risk of, Gender-Based Violence or hate incidents.

Currently, we are recruiting a full time Student Safeguarding Adviser to join the team to provide valuable advice, guidance and support to both staff and students on a range of complex safeguarding issues, to enable management and mitigation of risk.

The Role:

This is a challenging but highly rewarding role where your main focus will be on supporting students to manage their own risk through implementing practical interventions.

The post will give you the opportunity to use your experience and expertise in delivering services for survivors of sexual violence and hate incidents, to case manage students who may be at risk of harm, exploitation or who are experiencing complex welfare issues.

Your knowledge of the national and HEI landscape relating to gender-based violence and hate incidents will also serve you well as you make referrals to specialist services and undertake partnership work with both internal and external colleagues, including NHS services, Social Care Direct, Police Scotland and Third Sector organisations.

The post also has a strategic and capacity building element supporting the delivery of the University’s Joint Strategy Preventing and Tackling Gender Based Violence and Hate Incidents.

As such, you will be in an excellent position to develop your skills and knowledge through active engagement with external networks and participation in appropriate national events, in order to keep abreast of contemporary safeguarding issues, informing your practice and developing and refining processes within Edinburgh Napier.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a primary role in the implementation of the University’s Student Safeguarding Framework and to position yourself as an expert and leader in your field.

What we will need from you:

• Post graduate qualification in a relevant subject eg. Social Work, Community Education, Mental Health OR demonstrated relevant experience.
• Experience of delivering a service for survivors of sexual violence and/or hate incidents.
• Expertise and knowledge of the national and HEI landscape relating to gender-based violence and hate incidents.
• Significant experience in supporting physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
• Membership of Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) (or willingness to apply)

Benefits we offer:

Salary: £37,694 - £46,049 p/a (depending on experience) + Pension (Employer contribution of 17.6%)

41 days (31 days flexible + 10 fixed) paid annual leave per annum

Further information about our benefits can be found here.

Background Information:

Lanarkshire Rape Crisis Centre (LRCC); established in 2004, is an independent charity with the objective of relieving the distress and improving the welfare of women and girls who, at any time in their lives, have been subjected to any form of sexual violence. LRCC is a member of the Scottish Rape Crisis Alliance; and we work collaboratively with rape crisis centres across Scotland and specialist organisations in this sector as part of the national movement to eradicate male violence against women.

Supporting over 600 survivors every year and engaging with thousands of people in Lanarkshire in achieving our objectives, Lanarkshire Rape Crisis Centre is the lead specialist agency in this field and is highly regarded and trusted by statutory organisations, local third sector partners and most importantly the women and girls we support. Women and girls are overwhelmingly those subjected to all forms of sexual violence, men are overwhelmingly those perpetrating those offences and we operate from a feminist analysis of male violence against women. We are committed to upholding women’s rights, equality, and dignity, and to delivering services within the lawful framework that enables specialist, women only provision. More information on all the services we provide are available here lanrcc.org.uk

The National Lottery Community Fund, Improving Lives- Young Persons Project 2025-2027:

Lanarkshire Rape Crisis Centre (LRCC) has been awarded funding for a 3-year period for a Young Survivors Project. The funding will provide a dedicated Young Survivors Support Service and lead to the creation of a Young People Reference Group. The Support Service will offer a range of individual and peer support options to aid in the recovery from any form of sexual violence or abuse. The Reference Group will be a space for young people to come together in solidarity, have their voices championed and amplified and be a key part of the prevention landscape tackling gender-based violence. The staff employed as part of the project will lead on the development and delivery of the project and work collaboratively within our existing staff teams to deliver the project outcomes.

This position of SV Prevention Practitioner is funded equivalent of 1 day per week under this fund and equivalent of 2 days per week under the Scottish Government Children, Young People and Families Fund as part of the work in delivering the national prevention programme in secondary schools.

Purpose of Post

The postholder will play a key role in the facilitation of programmes in school with young people around recovery from sexual violence, what healthy sexual relationships look like (using nationally approved prevention materials), and to support schools, colleges, universities and communities in implementing holistic and strategic approaches to addressing gender-based violence. The postholder will also support the Young People Project lead in the establishment of a reference group and other group activity to: amplify young survivors voices, offer peer support and connection, engage in consultations, lead on awareness raising campaigns and influence the work of LRCC and the Violence Against Women partner agencies in Lanarkshire.

Background Information:

Lanarkshire Rape Crisis Centre (LRCC); established in 2004, is an independent charity with the objective of relieving the distress and improving the welfare of women and girls who, at any time in their lives, have been subjected to any form of sexual violence. LRCC is a member of the Scottish Rape Crisis Alliance; and we work collaboratively with rape crisis centres across Scotland and specialist organisations in this sector as part of the national movement to eradicate male violence against women.

Supporting over 600 survivors every year and engaging with thousands of people in Lanarkshire in achieving our objectives, Lanarkshire Rape Crisis Centre is the lead specialist agency in this field and is highly regarded and trusted by statutory organisations, local third sector partners and most importantly the women and girls we support. Women and girls are overwhelmingly those subjected to all forms of sexual violence, men are overwhelmingly those perpetrating those offences and we operate from a feminist analysis of male violence against women. We are committed to upholding women’s rights, equality, and dignity, and to delivering services within the lawful framework that enables specialist, women‑only provision. More information on all the services we provide are available here lanrcc.org.uk

The National Lottery Community Fund, Improving Lives- Young Persons Project 2025-2027:

Lanarkshire Rape Crisis Centre (LRCC) has been awarded funding for a 3-year period for a Young Survivors Project. The funding will provide a dedicated Young Survivors Support Service and lead to the creation of a Young People Reference Group. The Support Service will offer a range of individual and peer support options to aid in the recovery from any form of sexual violence or abuse. The Reference Group will be a space for young people to come together in solidarity, have their voices championed and amplified and be a key part of the prevention landscape tackling gender-based violence. The staff employed as part of the project will lead on the development and delivery of the project and work collaboratively within our existing staff teams to deliver the project outcomes.

This position of SV Support Practitioner is funded primarily under this project and also under the Scottish Government Delivering Equally Safe Fund. The case load of survivors will be comprised of young survivors, aged 12-25yrs and adults over 25.

Core Purpose of Job

To deliver specialist therapeutic support and information services to survivors of sexual violence, at our main premises, at outreach locations across Lanarkshire and via virtual methods.

The New College Lanarkshire Board of Management is currently seeking to fill two non-executive vacancies and is inviting applications from individuals who are passionate about championing the opportunities that college education can bring to our communities.

About Us

New College Lanarkshire is at the heart of Lanarkshire’s communities, businesses and future growth. Championing the talent, ambition and potential of our region through partnership and innovation.

Our ambition is for Lanarkshire to be recognised across Scotland and beyond as a leading example of how education can drive opportunity, inclusive economic growth and improved life chances, with New College Lanarkshire at the centre of that success.

We deliver an inclusive, innovative and forward-looking curriculum that responds to the changing needs of learners, industry and the economy. Through high-quality learning and strong partnerships, we prepare students for careers, life and success while helping to tackle inequality and create a healthier, fairer and more sustainable Lanarkshire.

By aligning education with regional and national priorities, we play a strategic role in strengthening communities, supporting business growth and delivering measurable impact.

Through the leadership of the Lanarkshire Board and the ambitions of Strategy 2030, the College will continue to widen opportunity, drive innovation and shape the future of Lanarkshire and beyond.

About You

We are looking for people with a strong commitment to changing lives and an understanding of the value of education. You will be part of a dynamic and influential board during a period of considerable change and unparalleled opportunity for North Lanarkshire and its learners.

The Board of Management would particularly welcome applications from individuals with:

• Knowledge and experience of the SME sector
• Knowledge and experience of economic development in a Scottish and UK context, in particular regarding interactions with education, skills, employability and/or labour market issues
• Financial Management Skills (which includes audit and risk management experience)
• Skills and Experience in commissioning and supply chain management
• Knowledge and Experience of HR and/or the law

Valuing Diversity

Applications are also encouraged from groups currently under-represented on Scotland’s public bodies, including women, disabled people, people of different cultural and social backgrounds, and people aged under 50.

Please note that this is not an exclusive list and we are looking for people who have the ability to contribute to a dynamic board, which deals with a variety of complex and interesting issues and promotes the highest standards of governance.

If appointed to The New College Lanarkshire Board, you will be provided with appropriate induction and training to fulfil your role as a Board member effectively.

Appointment details

Appointments to the Board of Management will come into effect from the date of approval of the appointment from the Minister for Higher Education and Further Education, Youth Employment and Training. We anticipate that this will be confirmed by the end of August at the latest.

The appointment will be for a period up to 4 years, with the possibility of re-appointment subject to evidence of effective performance and to satisfying the requirements of the person specification for the role at the time of re-appointment.

Board Member Time Commitment

Board Members are expected to join a committee and to attend meetings of the Board. These are typically held in-person at one of our campuses - Motherwell, Coatbridge or Cumbernauld – although online attendance options are available.

The committees and Board meet quarterly with meetings usually lasting 2-3 hours. Members are required to plan in time to read the papers and prepare for meetings.

Throughout the year, there may be additional meetings of the committees and Board out with the schedule.

About Aberlour

Aberlour is Scotland’s leading children’s charity and has been recognised as a Top 100 best places to work winner by the Sunday Times for the last two years.

Our strategy is to be bold and brave, to ensure that every child in Scotland has an equal chance. As an organisation we are ambitious to deliver real and lasting change for children, young people and families.

Ensuring effective records management and digital information handling is critical for business operations, delivering services to those we currently support and maintaining the legacy information we store for those children, young people and families who will want to understand their life story with Aberlour.

What we are looking for

Using your extensive professional knowledge and experience of implementing records management strategies, policies and practices you will oversee a variety of activities. These include the management of Aberlour’s corporate digital records, work with services to manage legacy records, as well as designing training and guidance to enhance understanding of good recordkeeping principles. The focus will be to work collaboratively to embed practical, scalable information management frameworks, standards and procedures into the organisation.

You will ensure compliance, advise on day-to-day management of high-quality information assets, and support the handling of data subject access requests. You will champion best practice in data quality, data protection, records management’ and information lifecycle management. Translate legislation and regulatory requirements into workable solutions within our digital infrastructure.

You will hold a relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 9 or above and have knowledge of relevant legislation and digital records management including metadata schema.

At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team. To have a look at our values to understand more about what we are looking for from our employees click here.

What we offer

As well as a supportive team, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme, life assurance worth 3x salary and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers. Find out more about our Employee Benefits and our commitment to Equality and Diversity here.

We also follow Data Protection Guidelines - Here is our privacy policy.

Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of young people who have experienced sexual violence?

About RASAC P&K

Our Mission… Working Together to end Sexual Violence

RASAC P&K is an established 3rd sector feminist, survivor centred organisation, we work towards our mission by providing a range of Support, Prevention and Advocacy services for survivors of sexual violence living across Perth and Kinross.

Who we’re looking for…

Are you passionate about helping young people identify their goals and make positive changes in their lives? Do you have experience supporting others?

We are seeking a motivated and committed Young People and Families Therapeutic Support Worker to join our friendly, dedicated team, this role is primarily working with young people aged 12-24, however there will be some work with adult survivors and family members too.

At RASAC, we take a whole-person approach. This means the role is varied and may involve supporting young survivors who experience challenges with trust, self-esteem, self-care, relationships, or education. Some may also use self-harm or substances as coping strategies. Because of this, we’re looking for someone who is kind, empathetic, and non-judgmental, while also confident in maintaining safe boundaries and adapting their approach to meet the individual needs of each young person.

You should have a consistent and reliable work ethic, and be comfortable working within a culture that values respect, integrity, and innovation. The role also requires a willingness to reflect, appropriately challenge both yourself and others, and actively share knowledge and learning with colleagues.

This is a challenging but highly rewarding role, offering opportunities to grow your skills and deepen your understanding of the needs of young people, families, and adult survivors of sexual violence.

Most work will take place in our busy centre close to the town centre, however support is provided in schools, GP surgeries and other public locations across Perth and Kinross, therefore a full driving licence and access to a vehicle is a requirement of this post.

What we offer…

Full induction, including training across a broad range of relevant areas, such as Boundaries and Confidentiality, Support Skills, Childhood Sexual Abuse, Suicide and Self-harm, Feminism and Gender Based Violence and Commercial Sexual Exploitation.

Paid monthly external supervision, as well as monthly supervision with line manager.

Competitive salary £32472 pro-rata.

Employers pension contributions.

Generous annual leave of 42 days per year pro-rata (inclusive of public holidays).

Off-street Parking (on rota basis).

The chance to be part of a mission and values led organisation, we’re proud of the difference we make together, and we want someone who shares our values…

• We believe that all women, young people and children, regardless of ethnic background, culture or sexuality, should have access to non-judgemental, confidential support at any given time

• We believe that no woman, young person or child regardless of behaviour or lifestyle is to blame for any form of rape, sexual abuse or sexual assault

• We believe that it is everyone’s responsibility to adopt zero tolerance to any form of rape, sexual abuse, and sexual assault of any woman, young person or child

Please note we are currently trialling a 4-day week for full time workers, should this not be continued the 35 hours would revert to being worked across 5 days Mon-Fri, with occasional out of hours work.

Only females need apply under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Successful applicants subject to PVG.

RASAC is committed to the safety and welfare of all survivors and staff and employs a rigorous recruitment process and PVG checks.

Due to internal opportunities and movement within the team, we have a 30-hour post and 35-hour post available.

Both posts are fixed term until March 2027 and future funding will be actively sought. We have been successful in seeking on-going funding for these posts since the Young People and Families project launched in 2016.