An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations manager in Carr Gomm (due to the retirement of the current post holder), primarily based in our Falkirk office in Forth Valley.
This role would suit an experienced, values-oriented, person-centered social care professional. With a desire to lead teams working to support adults with learning and physical disabilities, you will be familiar with the complex challenges that people can face, with a determination to support people to live full, meaningful lives.
The role:
As an operations manager, you will be working closely with the Local Management Team – a brilliant team of experienced, social care managers. With the ability to manage your own diary and work routines you will thrive in roles with a good degree of autonomy, within clearly defined values and strategic objectives. You will be working within a busy and dynamic locality, which requires the flexibility to be responsive to the ever-changing environment. Contributing to the strategic management of Carr Gomm, you will have an appreciation of organisational values while developing a greater understanding of the organisational goals and objectives both for the people we support and all colleagues.
Excellent communication skills are crucial as a key contact for our internal and external partners. This role requires strong leadership and the passion to drive the locality towards achieving Carr Gomm’s strategic objectives.
This is a dynamic role in which you will never settle for ‘good enough’ but will always prioritize effectively in an ever-changing environment. You will appreciate that there is always capacity to innovate, improve, develop and stretch targets in the pursuit of a more equitable society in which people can lead full and positive lives as active citizens.
Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, the Operations Manager is a key role for the success and development of the locality.
Success in this role includes, but is not limited to:
Who we are looking for:
Successful Operations Managers may come from different backgrounds and have a range of work and life experiences. All are creative and a have flair for engaging and inspiring people, whilst sharing our values of respect, interdependence, choice, control, openness and honesty, kindness, and compassion.
Key to being successful in this role in Forth Valley is the experience of managing person-centered services to individuals with often quite complex learning and physical disabilities, and an awareness of what getting it right for people means, both when developing new services, and when driving quality in existing services.
In our eyes, the best Operations Managers are natural leaders who are passionate, logical, and flexible; they have excellent communication and people skills which they use to forge strong, productive relationships; and they have the capacity to deliver. They are also confident problem solvers – curious with potential solutions and ideas to improve new ways of working and contribute to the development of Carr Gomm.
We expect that you will have experience of managing a range of community care services providing complex support. We also expect that you will have an understanding the Scottish Social Care sector, alongside good knowledge of the requirements of regulatory bodies such as the Care Inspectorate and SSSC. Professional qualifications (enabling registration with SSSC) and / or the ability to demonstrate relevant skills and experiences are desirable, as is an ability to demonstrate the experience of work which matches the requirements of this profile.
About Carr Gomm
Carr Gomm is a leading Scottish social care and community development charity. We provide person-centered support to over 4500 people every year so they can live their best possible life.
Our services are based on our values and reflect the choices and aspirations of each individual and community we work with. Our qualified staff work with people in their homes and communities, supporting people in their day-to-day lives and making plans to achieve their hopes and dreams in the future. Carr Gomm also fundraises to tackle isolation and loneliness in our communities through projects and activities across Scotland.
Benefits
Through our partnership we reach large numbers of disabled people across Scotland. At Inclusion Scotland, we believe that all disabled people should have the same freedom, choice, dignity, and control as other citizens at home, at work and in the community. It does not necessarily mean living by yourself or fending for yourself. It means rights to practical assistance and support to participate in society and live an ordinary life.
We are seeking to appoint a Head of Development & Programmes who can lead on business development opportunities and programmes. Using your knowledge, innovation and creativity, you will identify opportunities, including those which will increase or generate income. You will lead our existing programmes and deliver new ones. Working as part of the leadership team, your input will help to shape the future direction of the organisation as we deliver our mission.
You will share our passion for and commitment to ensuring the needs, rights and aspirations of disabled people are at the heart of everything Inclusion Scotland does.
As an experienced Leader, you will be a motivational communicator who will inspire others to live our organisation’s values – and help to ensure that these values underpin everything we do.
We are committed to supporting any adjustments that you may require for completing your application. If you have the leadership skills, drive and compassion to work with colleagues and your team to take Inclusion Scotland on the next part of our journey, we’d love to hear from you.
Experience in finance processing and reporting
Knowledge of financial planning and budgets
Keen interest in developing practice and ways of working
Confident in building contractor and partner relationships
If this sounds like you, we think you might be our next Lead for Finance & Resources.
We are looking for a finance leader who is passionate about financial planning, management and reporting. The successful candidate is likely to have sound experience of finance processing and management, with a knowledge of good practice and policy and the ability to apply those skills to our wider resource planning. You may also have experience in other relevant areas of organisation development, including governance or workplace practice. Ideally the post holder will have worked in, or have an understanding of, the third sector, although development support will be available.
With a new prospectus and increased investment, we are now looking to our future and delivery on our big ambitions; A strong third sector; Maximising impact through great partnership working; Securing equity, dignity, belonging and justice.
Do you have a business brain, a marketing instinct and a taste for innovation? Are you passionate about helping the most marginalised people to flourish, thrive and reach their potential? This brand-new role is for a special individual with vision and imagination as well as proven practical expertise across marketing and income generation, business development and innovation.
In this role you will have the opportunity to connect the people and businesses of Aberdeen and the North-East of Scotland with those who most need support. You will have the freedom to explore new ways of working, new ways of engaging with supporter groups and new ways of generating income – from traditional marketing, fundraising and sales approaches to new models of co-funding and social investment – all alongside local authority-commissioned services.
There will be opportunities to extend the reach and impact of VSA services, learning from local communities, not only as professionals but as neighbours and friends; to broaden the network of financial and business support from commercial, philanthropic and community organisations, and from the people of Aberdeen – and ultimately help to transform the lives of those who most need the professional services and support of VSA.
As part of the senior team, you will work directly with the CEO and the Senior Management Team, supported by a committed Board of local trustees, in building a thriving community of investment in the care and wellbeing of the people of Aberdeen and the North-East – and contributing to more and better services to meet the care needs of all local communities.
Your role will include leading the marketing, communications and fundraising team, building a stronger connection with the VSA brand, increasing awareness and confidence in how the organisation delivers impact, increasing their fundraising and new income stream capacity, and nurturing a highly-motivated and effective team.
We are keen to speak to candidates with experience in the following areas:
Scottish Women’s Aid has an exciting opportunity to Head up their policy team. This is an influential and dynamic position, where the role holder will be responsible for leading on a diverse range of policy areas and levers for change to end domestic abuse and violence against women and girls in Scotland. They will be a key member of the Senior leadership team and will support and manage a team of policy officers, identify, shape an develop policy priorities, and SWA’s campaigning an advocacy work in line with our strategic objectives. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, the Head of Policy shares responsibility for the leadership of the organisation and the management of people, services and resources. They will also work closely with the Membership, Training and Communications teams.
Background
Scottish Women’s Aid is the lead organisation in Scotland working to end domestic abuse. We are both a children's rights and a women's rights organisation.
What you’ll do
Working with the Chief Executive, Policy and other teams within SWA, you will develop and implement strategies to achieve key objectives on policy social change. You will provide leadership and line management to the Policy Team to ensure that SWA achieves its strategic objectives. You will collaborate on and direct work including but not limited to; analysis and challenge of government and public policy reports, development of consultation responses, parliamentary briefings, and policy and advocacy materials for a range of audiences. You will build strong relationships and work collaboratively with government officials, other organisations and charities to influence and promote SWA policy and objectives, representing SWA well to target audiences, including government and Parliamentary liaison where you will speak at public events, committees and give evidence.
What We Need
We’re looking for someone who has:
Location
Blend of home working and office, based in Rose Street, Edinburgh. There will be a requirement to attend in-person events and meeting, based predominantly in Edinburgh. Please talk to us about your flexible working requirements!
What we offer
There are many reasons to work for Scottish Women’s Aid. We have a great working culture and our mission and vision attracts a brilliant staff team. Your hard work is rewarded with a package of support and benefits including:
Positive Action
SWA are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that is representative of the people we serve.
We are taking positive action to address an under-representation of minoritised and marginalised women within our workforce. We offer Disabled and racially minoritised women the option of requesting that their application is considered under the terms of our Guaranteed Interview Schemes. You will be asked if you wish to be considered when you complete our application form.
Applications will be accepted from women only under Schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Scottish Women’s Aid is an equal opportunities employer, all women, including women with the protected characteristic of gender reassignment, may apply for women-only roles.
If you would like to discuss the job or any adjustments, whether due to disability or any other reason, please contact us on recruitment@womensaid.scot or on the phone on 0131 226 6606.
The Patient Safety Commissioner for Scotland’s role is to advocate for the systematic improvement in the safety of health care and to promote the importance of the views of patients and other members of the public in relation to the safety of health care.
This is a new high-profile appointment. We are looking for a talented individual who has drive, integrity, credibility, resilience and excellent communication skills to be the inaugural Patient Safety Commissioner for Scotland.
We would welcome applications from those working in academia, the legal profession (e.g those doing medical negligence) and NHS Primary Care.
The appointment is for a fixed term of up to 8 years, attracts a starting salary of £89,685 and is pensionable.
Kinning Park Complex (KPC) is a well-established, well-loved and recently renovated community space and social enterprise with a large hall, a number of small office and event spaces, potential hot desking spaces, a kitchen, cafe, and a community garden. The space is a vital community asset with a range of community-based projects and activities including community meals, classes and events.
We are seeking a Director who will lead the next phase of our growth and development. Working closely with the trustees, staff team, service users and external stakeholders, you will help achieve and shape our ambitious plans over the coming years.
You will work as part of a small team and be responsible to the Board of Trustees.
This is a senior role in the Scottish Green Parliamentary Group, managing the group’s central staff team, and working with the MSPs and staff to develop and deliver the Green agenda in Parliament, coordinate and support the delivery of parliamentary campaigns, and to communicate the Green MSPs’ work effectively.
Job purpose
To manage the provision of research, communication and campaign services for the Green Group of MSPs, advise on and coordinate the Group’s parliamentary activity, and line manage the central team of staff.
Duties and responsibilities
● Manage the provision of research, communications and business management services for the Green Group of MSPs
● Line manage the Group’s central team (currently eight members of staff)
● Advise on and coordinate parliamentary activity, including positioning and approach to chamber business
● Work with MSPs in the delivery of the group parliamentary strategy, and advise MSPs on the delivery of their duties
● Ensure group research and communications work is joined up, performance driven, and co-ordinated with individual Green MSP staff teams
● Support the Group in developing and delivering parliamentary and regional campaigns
● Manage the Group budget and commission external services to support the Group’s communications and research programme
● Maintain a strategic oversight of comms output and strategy, in close cooperation with the Communications Manager
● Support the Group Convenor and the MSPs in ensuring group cohesiveness and developing positive ways of working together
● Other duties in support of the MSPs carrying out their parliamentary duties as required
About You - Person specification
Essential
● Experience of working in a political, public affairs and/or campaigns environment in a senior role
● Experience of line management
● Understanding of the Scottish political landscape and an interest in politics
● A quick learner with the ability to multitask and work within tight timescales
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills
● Be sympathetic to the aims and objectives of the Green Parliamentary Group of MSPs in carrying out their parliamentary duties
Desirable
● A good understanding of the Scottish Parliament and parliamentary process
● Experience of managing multi-disciplinary teams to deliver successful campaigns
● Experience of development and delivery of strategic organisational plans
● Strong relationships across policy and media landscape in Scotland
Reporting to:Mark Ruskell MSP, employment lead for the Scottish Greens Parliamentary Group
You will work alongside the Chief Executive Officer as part of the Senior Management Team to progress the strategic priorities outlined in the Business Plan. You will hold a portfolio of designated services and thematic practice areas and will provide leadership, innovation, governance, and quality assurance across these. You will also deputise for the Chief Executive Officer as required.
You will be an innovative and creative thinker with excellent leadership skills. You will be committed to making a real and lasting difference to the lives of people living across Tayside with an ability to working alongside colleagues, service users and communities to bring out the best in them. You will bring significant experience of working at a management level and hold a relevant professional or higher educational qualification.
Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer
More information on the post can be obtained by contacting Chief Executive Officer kathryn.baker@alcoholtayside.com or by phoning 01382 456012
Purpose of role: The Volunteering Officer will work with the Chief Executive and the wider team to encourage and support volunteering at Green Hive, coordinating, administering and developing the current volunteer pool (numbering nearly 200 people), and leading on the recruitment, induction and deployment of new volunteers for different roles across the organisation - including at Seaman’s Hall, the Community Workshop and in support of our events, outdoor activities, fundraising and marketing.
Context:Launched in 2015, Green Hive (formally Nairn River Enterprise) is a charity specialising in volunteer-led projects and other initiatives, helping to conserve, restore and sustainably develop the natural habitats and public amenities of Nairn and Nairnshire, cultivating community action, skills and employability and improving outcomes for residents and visitors. Over the last decade the organisation has developed a suite of core business operations aimed at reducing pollution and waste, recycling and re-using discarded man-made materials and promoting more positive interactions with the local environment. It has done this while gradually consolidating its own financial position in support of longer-term organisational sustainability. Recent investment from the Postcode Innovation Trust takes us to the next level, and a dedicated Volunteering Officer will be key to our plans for growth and diversification. In November 2022 Green Hive took ownership of Seaman’s Hall in the Fishertown precinct of Nairn. Over the last 18 months we have been developing public programmes that focus on re-establishing this important historic building as a community hub. We are also formulating capital development plans for the facility. The Volunteering Officer will support these and help to drive these activities, contributing meaningfully to the implementation and continuing evolution of our five-year strategic development plan.