Community Energy Scotland is recruiting for a Communications Manager. We are looking to recruit an energetic, well-organised and self-motivated individual to lead on the development and delivery of CES’s Communications strategy.

• £36,360 per annum (pro rata of 35 hours per week full time)
• 1 year fixed-term appointment, with extension subject to funding. (If funding is found to continue for the second year, the post would become permanent after 2 years)
• Full Time/Part Time Post (we are open to discuss part-time hours from a minimum of 28 hours to full-time at 35 hours per week) with potential for job shares and/or flexible working as per the CES Flexible Working Policy.
• Based in Scotland

The postholder will work with colleagues across the organisation to deliver the objectives outlined in EVOC’s five-year strategic plan. The Senior Development Worker (Children & Young People) will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our work to improve outcomes for children, young people and families across Edinburgh.

As a key member of the team, you will lead our Children and Young People workstream, bringing strategic direction, energy and a strong partnership approach to tackling child poverty and driving meaningful change. You will work closely with third sector organisations, public sector partners and communities to ensure their voices influence policy, planning and service delivery.

This is a highly collaborative and outward-facing role, combining strategic leadership with hands-on delivery across advocacy, capacity building and partnership development.

About you

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated professional with a strong track record in working with children, young people and families.

You’ll bring:

• Significant experience of delivering services or programmes that improve outcomes for children and young people
• A strong understanding of relevant policy and practice, including safeguarding and Getting it Right for Every Child (GIRFEC)
• The ability to work strategically while delivering practical impact
• Confidence in building and sustaining partnerships across sectors
• Experience of supporting or supervising colleagues and contributing to high-performing teams

You’ll be a natural collaborator, able to bring people together, listen and influence, and create space for innovation and shared learning. Most importantly, you’ll be passionate about making a difference and committed to the values of the third sector.

About us

EVOC (Edinburgh Voluntary Organisations’ Council) is a charity that was established in 1868. In July 2025, we published a new strategic plan to guide our work for the next five years. Our purpose is to serve the needs of people and communities across Edinburgh by supporting our members and third sector organisations to be effective and drive the change they need.

We work in three areas – advocacy, capacity building and collaboration – underpinned by research and analysis to inform our work to support third sector organisations and the communities they serve.

Joining EVOC means being part of a well-connected, forward-thinking organisation at the heart of Edinburgh’s third sector, with the opportunity to influence systems and create lasting impact for our community.

EVOC is a living wage employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity, inclusion and diversity and welcome applications from members of all communities.

Benefits

• 26 days of annual leave per year
• 10 public holidays (6 fixed and 4 floating) per year
• Pension (6% company contribution)
• Additional annual leave between Christmas and New Year when the EVOC office closes
• A hybrid working approach
• All the equipment you need to work remotely
• Competitive salary
• Continued investment in your development to support you in this role
• The chance to make a real difference to the sector and the city

Are you looking for flexible work where you can make a real difference? Join Four Square Scotland as a Casual Relief Practitioner and help support people across a range of our supported accommodation services in Edinburgh.

We are currently recruiting for:

• Relief Practitioners across all of our supported accommodation services.
• Waking Night Relief Practitioners at Keymoves, our domestic abuse and gender-based violence refuge.

• Click here to view the Relief Practitioner job description.
• Click here to view the Keymoves Waking Night Relief Practitioner (Female Only) job description. Due to the nature of the Keymoves service, applications for the Waking Night Relief Practitioner role are invited from women only. This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010.

The newly created senior role offers an exciting opportunity to support the Strategic Fundraising Director in the shaping and delivery of fundraising strategy alongside sharing the management of a portfolio of major donors, developing corporate partnerships and co-leading a small, ambitious development team. This role will work closely with team leaders across the organisation and build meaningful relationships with supporters, create compelling cases for support and drive income growth across the organisation. This position would be particularly well suited to an experienced fundraiser looking to take the next step into a senior fundraising role, with greater strategic engagement and the opportunity to influence the future direction of a major Scottish cultural institution.

Could you be part of something different? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to use their gifts, skills and experience to make a difference to the lives of the people of Maryhill and beyond

Background to the Post

Together We Make Maryhill (TWMM) is a successful and innovative partnership between Maryhill Ruchill Parish and the Immaculate Conception Parish, now in its fourth year.

The initiative developed to combat the social isolation and loneliness suffered as a result of Covid, by enabling the two churches to work together to increase their reach and support many more people. It brings people together to strengthen connections in communities and empower people by offering them opportunities to build their confidence and skills.

Our Community Outreach Worker left the post at the end of 2025 and we are seeking a successor, with a lively Christian faith, to continue this vital role.

Purpose of the Post

The outreach worker will work as a member of the ministry team to develop the TWMM project further, working primarily with the two congregations and supporting a range of initiatives, to

• Coordinate activities
• Support and grow our base of volunteers
• Work directly with young people, and
• Develop new activities.

The post holder will be responsible to the Parish Minister, Maryhill Ruchill Parish Church (Line Manager) and the Parish Priest Immaculate Conception Church.

We are Key, an organisation that support disabled people of all ages to make everyday matter.

Our teams know that good support is essential for a good life, and so we work alongside every person we support and their family to help them live life to the full.

We are recruiting now for a Team Leader. Join us in making every day matter!

We are passionate about being the best employer we can be, ensuring our staff feel supported and valued in their roles. As well as being part of a supportive team, you will be eligible for the following:

• 38 days annual leave, inclusive of public holidays
• Organisation sick pay
• Family Friendly policies from day one
• Supportive working environment
• Paid Membership of Disclosure Scotland’s PVG Scheme
• Full, in-depth training for your role
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free confidential counselling, advice and support on a wide range of issues, including 24 hour access to a GP.
• Access to the HSF Health Plan which offers a range of Health Cash Plans that can that help you and your family manage everyday healthcare costs not fully covered by the NHS.
• A Workplace Pension.
• Free access to occupational health support.
• Credit Union Membership.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Eligible to register for a Costco Membership.
• Eligible to apply for a Blue Light Card/ Blue Light Ticket Schemes offering discounts and savings
• Eligibility to apply for concerts for Carers registration.
• Commuter Travel Club

We are here to help, so please get in touch if you have any questions - email us at careers@key.org.uk or call 0141 342 1890.

About this role

As a Team Leader, you will play a key role in delivering high‑quality support to adults with a wide range of support needs. Working closely with our local teams, you will help plan, coordinate, and oversee service delivery, while supporting, supervising, and managing staff to ensure excellent outcomes for the people we support.

We are looking for highly motivated, confident, and enthusiastic social care practitioners who can:

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to the individuals we support, empowering each person to use their strengths, pursue their goals, and take control of their own life
• Provide positive, proactive leadership by working creatively and flexibly, prioritising effectively, and delegating tasks to support their team.
• Collaborate with Community Development Workers and others to build community connections and promote independence.
• Commit to ongoing learning and professional development.

Our staff are our most valuable asset. We offer comprehensive training and development opportunities, including support to achieve an SVQ 3 and PDA Supervision qualification in Health and Social Care.

Applicants must be prepared to work flexibly as part of the team to meet the needs of the people who use our service which will include work in the evenings and weekends as well as sleepovers and waking nights when required.

Being a support worker is a role where you can make every day matter. It's a job with challenges that make your heart beat faster, where you can give something of yourself and empower amazing people on their journey.

We are Key, an organisations that support disabled people of all ages to make everyday matter.

Our teams know that good support is essential for a good life, and so we work alongside every person we support and their family to help them live life to the full. The films at the bottom of this page will tell you more about us and what it means to be a support worker. You can also check out the support worker job descriptions for more details on the job itself.

We are recruiting now in your area and can offer Full Time and Part Time contracts. Join us in making every day matter!

We are passionate about being the best employer we can be, ensuring our staff feel supported and valued in their roles. As well as being part of a supportive, local team, you will be eligible for the following:

• Main Grade Hourly rate of £13.85
• Induction and Relief Register rate £13.45
• Sleepover hourly rate of £13.45
• Enhanced rate for waking nights.
• Competitive annual leave and company sick pay.
• Payment of annual SSSC fees for contracted Support Workers.
• Enhanced pay for work on targeted Public Holidays.
• Paid Membership of Disclosure Scotland’s PVG Scheme.
• Full, in-depth training for your role.
• Fully funded SVQ qualification with support provided to achieve this.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free confidential counselling, advice and support on a wide range of issues.
• A Workplace Pension.
• Free access to occupational health support.
• Credit Union Membership.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Access to Costco Membership.
• Access to Blue Light Card/Blue Light Ticket registration which offer a range of discounts and savings.
• Concerts for Carers registration.

Join us and make every day matter!

About this role

Working locally, you will join one of our teams delivering great quality individualised support to adults who have a variety of support needs. You will empower individuals to live as independently as possible, promoting choice, dignity, and well-being. Every day is different in this challenging but rewarding role.

If you're caring, reliable, flexible, and passionate about supporting others to achieve the life they desire, then you could be who we are looking for!

Applicants must be prepared to work flexibly as part of the team to meet the needs of the people who use our service. Supports will include work in the evenings and weekends as well as sleepovers and waking nights when required.

A commitment to a person-centred approach is essential and experience of working with people with learning disabilities is desirable.

Join us and make every day matter!

If you would like to get involved in support work but cannot commit to a contract because you have other commitments, we also have opportunities to join our register of relief workers who provide support based on their availability.

We are here to help, so please get in touch if you have any questions - email us at careers@key.org.uk or call 0141 342 1890.

Board Treasurer opportunity for National Children’s Charity

Could you use your financial expertise to help children and family wellbeing across Scotland?

Fathers Network Scotland improves children's lives through the positive involvement of dads, father-figures & whole families.

This is a voluntary role requiring attendance at six 2-hour Board meetings each year, held in Edinburgh and online. Support and induction will be provided.

The Treasurer supports the Board in maintaining financial oversight and helps achieve the charity’s financial objectives.

You will

• have a background in financial management;
• be confident in reading financial accounts and reports;
• have experience in overseeing budgets with multiple income streams;
• enjoy senior leadership roles;
• most importantly - you will be passionate about supporting Scotland’s families through the positive involvement of fathers.

Everyday people with chest, heart and stroke conditions leave hospital scared and alone. You can be part of our mission to make sure that there is no life half lived in Scotland.

By joining Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland (CHSS) as a Community Stroke Nurse you can be the difference between people just surviving and really living.

This is a home-based role within Scotland, ideally suited to candidates in Grampian or Moray, although applicants may be based outside the NHS Grampian area. You will provide remote support to service users and collaborate with the team to deliver care across the region.

You will be part of Scotland’s leading charity providing support to people with Chest, Heart and Stroke conditions and Long Covid to live life to the full again. Our Community Healthcare Support Services provide access to a range of supported self-management and community recovery services to support people across Scotland to manage their health as well as possible and adjust to life after a diagnosis of a chest or heart condition or after a stroke.

The Stroke Nurse plays a key role in supporting a seamless transition from hospital back into the community for people who have expereinced a stroke and their families. The role focuses on helping individuals adjust to life after stroke by providing personalised information, advice and emotional support. A core part of the role is enabling people to develop confidence in self management, supporting them to build the skills and knowledge needed to manage their condition, maxinmise independence and improve their long term wellbeing.

The Stroke Nurse will also help deliver the evidence-based, six-week Chronic Disease Self-Management Programme, supporting people to build confidence and skills in managing their long-term health.

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who is organised and motivated, with good communication skills. Candidates must have a first level general nursing qualification and have a minimum of 2 years’ post-registration experience in either a hospital or community setting. Experience working with people affected by stroke is essential.

For an informal discussion please contact Dawn Manders, CHSS Lead Stroke Nurse, Grampian on 07918723772 or email: dawn.manders@chss.org.uk

CHSS also supports flexible recruitment through Working Families, and we are “Happy to Talk Flexible Working”.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding, this role is subject to a PVG check. CHSS is committed to equality of opportunity and to providing a service which is free from unfair and unlawful discrimination. We therefore aim to ensure that no applicant, volunteer or member of staff is unfairly treated on the grounds of offending background.

Do you have knowledge of fundraising or skills and experience you could bring to a new and exciting role? Do you have strong relationship-building skills and would like to play a key role in securing the future of vital local services?

Dundee Citizens Advice Bureau are looking to hire a Business Development & Fundraising Officer. As part of our Senior Management Team, you will play a vital role in securing the funding that allows us to keep delivering free, impartial advice to people across Dundee. In this role you will:

• Identify and secure new funding from grants and trusts to corporate partnerships
• Develop and strengthen relationships with funders, stakeholders and the community
• Help shape and deliver our marketing and communications strategy

This is a strategic role which requires strong communication skills, sound judgement and the ability to build lasting relationships across funders, partners and the wider community.