Role

• Do you have experience in co-creating and facilitating meaningful, cognitively and physically stimulating activities for people living with dementia?
• Do you have experience of building strong enduring working relationships with community groups in the arts, sport etc.?
• Are you passionate about improving the experience of people who live with dementia while in hospital?
• Would you like to work in a warm, friendly team providing excellent care and support as part of a pioneering project?

If you can answer yes to all these questions, then Meeting Centres Scotland would like to hear from you!

About the Meeting Centre

The Royal Victoria Hospital (RVH) meeting centre is one of around 35 meeting centres across Scotland which are inclusive, supportive social hubs designed to enhance the wellbeing and quality of life of people living with dementia and their care partners. The centre provides person led social opportunities, structured therapeutic activities and practical support to both people with a diagnosis of dementia and their care partners/families. Importantly meeting centres also provide opportunities for peer support, to be with people in the “same boat”, learn something new and have fun!

RVH meeting centre is the first in the UK, to open in a hospital setting, providing a unique opportunity to provide person-centred care and support in this setting, helping to alleviate the stress people living with dementia experience during hospital stays. RVH meeting centre will also serve as a training hub for healthcare students, equipping them with the skills and compassion needed to deliver high quality dementia care into the future.

Why join us?

This role is more than a job ...it is a real opportunity:

• to be part of an innovative project, helping to shape how the centre operates and develops
• to make a real difference to the lives of people living with dementia and their families through the co- design and delivery of meaningful and stimulating activities.
• to work as part of an enthusiastic and passionate team committed to providing excellent person-centred care and support

What we are looking for

At Meeting Centres Scotland, we are really interested in what you can bring to this role – not just traditional qualifications. In your application you may draw on skills and experience you have gained in through paid work, volunteering and your personal life. We value diverse backgrounds and welcome candidates with non-traditional career paths who can demonstrate their skills and potential. So, if you have the following skills, experience and personal qualities, then we would love to hear from you:

EDAMH’s Violence Against Women Project currently has a vacancy for a Support Worker.

This post is full time, Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm and is funded by the Scottish Government’s Delivering Equally Safe Fund until the 31st of March 2026.

This post requires a highly motivated individual who can provide one-to-one-person centred support to women who have experienced domestic abuse and associated mental health issues.

The successful applicant will have at least 3 years’ experience in providing support in a similar environment. Ideally a relevant health & social care qualification.

Post will involve travel across all areas of East Dunbartonshire. A valid driving license and access to a car is essential.

Subject to PVG check.

About Pain Concern

Pain Concern is a charity providing information and support to people with pain and those who care for them, whether family, friends or healthcare professionals. Visit our website to find out more about what we do, including our Airing Pain radio programme, Pain Matters magazine, information helpline, community pain education sessions and our research and campaigning work.

All pain is unpleasant, but for the 7.8 million people in the UK living with long-term pain it is a part of everyday life. It diminishes quality of life more than any other condition, leading often to loss of work, depression and disability. Anyone at any age can develop persistent pain and you will very probably know somebody affected. Although there is usually no cure, people who receive the appropriate treatment, information and support can manage their condition effectively with life changing results

Role purpose

This non-clinical role supports our aim in delivering community Pain Education and providing information to help people in the self-management of their chronic pain.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to raise awareness, support and coordinate our Pain Education sessions in the community.

Our organisation is committed to safe recruitment in line with the relevant legislation and guidance. Due to the nature of the role, successful applicants will be required to undertake a PVG check and will successfully complete Safeguarding, PREVENT Duty and Trauma online training. The cost of a PVG will be covered by Pain Concern.

A fantastic opportunity to come and join the Children First team

Children First’s ambition is for every child in Scotland to be safe, loved and well with their family. As a charity we offer emotional, practical, and financial support to help families to put children first and campaign to uphold the rights of every child.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our established services in the West/Central area.

You will join our services and teams, to provide a vital role in supporting colleagues at various levels. The role of the Admin Support Manager is also a central point of contact for families and external agencies, so we invite candidates to bring a relational approach to their administrative skills and experience.

What kind of person will make a great Admin Support Manager for Children First?

• will possess excellent administrative, IT and financial skills to support the work of Children First, Executive Directors and local services
• ability to research, request, and collates data/information and responses on behalf of Assistant Directors and local services e.g., reporting, business planning activities, funding applications.
• provide a front-line reception service, as the first point of contact to external visitors, answering questions and responding to queries using own initiative as appropriate to ensure a relational and responsive service is provided
• ability to maintain diaries, schedule and coordinate meetings/appointments/events
• a cool head and clear minded at times of pressure
• thinks it’s a privilege to work for and on behalf of children and families and
• is kind and will bring their whole selves to the job: heart and mind

Base

This is a role that requires to be based full time in an office- this will be our Glasgow service base-currently in Pollok, South Glasgow

Salary, Conditions, Pension

We will offer you a competitive salary, generous annual leave entitlement (40 days inclusive of 9 public holidays). ​We have additional benefits such as a cash back health plan, cycle to work scheme, and option to join a ​Credit Union. Please note, the salary is likely to increase ​with a cost of living increase ​from April 2025.

Every day people with chest, heart and stroke conditions are leaving 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 Supported Self Management Training Facilitator, you can be the difference between people just surviving and really living.

You will be part of Scotland’s leading charity providing support to people with chest, heart and stroke conditions to live life to the full again. Our Community Healthcare Support Services form a nationwide network of local services, including our Supported Self-Management programme, community support groups, nurses, volunteers and one-to-one support teams helping families adjust to life with a heart or lung condition or after a stroke.

We are looking for a Supported Self Management Training Facilitator to join our amazing team in the Lothian area. This role is focused on making sure that people affected by chest, heart and stroke conditions have access to our evidence-based Chronic Disease Supported Self Management programme, enabling people with our conditions to live with, and beyond, their new reality.

Through delivering our Supported Self Management programme, you will support people to develop the skills, knowledge and tools to confidently self manage their health condition and live as independently as possible. You’ll also help people to get back to doing the things that are important to them – from simple things like walking to their local shop following a stroke, to returning to a sky-high hobby of gliding!

You will co-facilitate the delivery of our 6-week Chronic Disease Self Management workshops with another trained facilitator and line manage any volunteers who support the delivery of these sessions. You will lead and motivate participants within a group setting to take control of their lives in a positive way, raising their confidence and empowering them to develop the skills to set and achieve goals, make strong and supportive connections with their workshop peers and make meaningful changes to their lifestyle to support their ongoing self management journey.

Candidates don’t need to have medical knowledge, or previous experience as a Chronic Disease Supported Self Management Facilitator, as full training is provided. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude towards people with disabilities and long-term conditions and an understanding of the challenges faced by people with chest, heart and stroke conditions and Long Covid. You should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to engage with others confidently and deliver key information, clearly.

At Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland, our mission is to ensure there’s No Life Half Lived in Scotland – and you can be a vital part of that. We are Scotland’s leading organisation for person-centred, user-led community support for people with our health conditions.

Applicants must have a car and a current valid driving licence (expenses are paid at mileage rate).

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.

Join Aberlour – Make a Real Difference in Children’s Lives

Are you a dedicated and compassionate leader looking for a role where you can truly make an impact? Aberlour Children’s Charity is seeking a House Manager to lead our Fort William residential service, providing support to vulnerable young people in a nurturing, safe, and inspiring environment.

Our Fort William service, one of our Sycamore services, offers both residential care and a family support program (Sustain Plus), helping children, young people, and families thrive. With the stunning backdrop of Ben Nevis and access to an active outdoor lifestyle, this is a unique opportunity to grow professionally while enjoying a fantastic quality of life in the Scottish Highlands.

Why Join Aberlour?

• Be part of Scotland’s largest solely Scottish children’s charity, recently recognised as a Top 100 Employer by The Sunday Times.
• Lead a highly motivated and supportive team, making a real difference in children’s lives every day.
• Enjoy a healthy work-life balance in a spectacular location with a strong sense of community.
• Enjoy up to 40 days annual leave, an enhanced pension scheme, life assurance, family-friendly policies and if needed, relocation support.

The Role

As House Manager, you will:

• Provide leadership and direction to staff, ensuring the highest standard of care for young people.
• Promote a nurturing and supportive environment where children feel safe and empowered.
• Oversee the day-to-day management of the house, ensuring compliance with national standards.
• Support staff development, fostering a culture of teamwork and professional growth.
• Build strong partnerships with local agencies, families, and community groups.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• A relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 9 or above and a management qualification at SCQF level 8 or above (or willingness to work towards)
• Experience in residential childcare and team leadership
• A passion for supporting vulnerable children and families
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A commitment to Aberlour’s values of respect, integrity, innovation, and challenge.

Life in Fort William

Fort William is a vibrant town with a strong community spirit, excellent local amenities, and an outdoor lifestyle like no other. Whether you enjoy hiking, cycling, or simply immersing yourself in the beauty of the Highlands, this is an incredible place to live and work.

RNIB is pleased to announce this exciting opportunity to join our Eye Care Support Service in Aberdeenshire as an Eye Care Liaison Officer (ECLO). This is a rewarding role, providing the right individual the opportunity to make a difference every day working with people affected by sight loss.

You will provide critical emotional support, information and guidance, remotely via digital platforms and in community locations, as required. Each day, you will support people affected by sight loss to identify their needs, access information and make informed choices which enable and empower them to maintain their independence.

Administrative tasks, including maintaining accurate patient records and using Microsoft 365, will also form an essential part of your role.

For more information on what it's like to be an ECLO, please follow the links below:

RNIB's ECLO service - YouTube

RNIB Lifechangers Appeal TV ad - YouTube

A Day in the Life of an ECLO - RNIB Website

What we are looking for

We are looking for an individual with a proven track record in delivering information and advice services directly to people in need of support. Your experience in building strong professional relationships with patients, clinicians, and partners across different sectors will be key to your success in this role.

You should be confident in managing your workload independently, with excellent organisational skills and the ability to work in various locations as required. You must be comfortable using IT systems and have strong record-keeping abilities.

As an RNIB ECLO, you will complete the RNIB & City University ‘Eye Clinic Support Studies’ qualification, a core requirement for the role. You will also receive access to clinical supervision, peer support, and the opportunity to contribute to RNIB’s vision of ensuring "no diagnosis without support."

What We Offer

RNIB prides itself on being a great place to work with a positive, progressive culture. We offer a wide range of benefits, including:

• 26 days of holiday per year (plus bank holidays) which rises with service

• Enhanced family-friendly benefits

• A contributory pension scheme with an employer contribution of up to 11%

• Access to a rewards platform with employee discounts across over 800 retailers.

For more information on our available benefits, please visit our Benefits of Working at RNIB page.

KASP currently has a vacancy for a Support Worker

This is an 18 hour post funded by:

Scottish Government Delivering Equally Safe Fund & Fife Council

KASP has a part time vacancy for a support worker with a particular emphasis on a good knowledge and understanding of childhood sexual abuse and domestic abuse.

This post requires a highly motivated individual who is capable of providing one to one emotional and practical support to women who have experienced childhood sexual abuse, domestic abuse and associated mental health issues

The successful applicant will have at least 3 years’ experience in providing support in a similar environment. Ideally a relevant health & social care qualification.

Post will involve travel across all areas of Fife.

Subject to PVG check

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on people’s lives, with experience in health & social care and a focused drive for quality and continual improvement? If this sounds like you, then this could be the role you have been waiting for!

We have an exciting opportunity for a quality focused individual to join Cornerstone as a Quality Improvement Officer on a full-time, permanent basis.

This role can be based in any of our main offices (Dundee, Aberdeen or Glasgow), or part of our hybrid working model. If opting for hybrid, we would need you to live within a reasonable commute of Dundee, Aberdeen or Glasgow. There will be occasions that we'll need you to travel to other Cornerstone branch locations (travel expenses would be reimbursed as set out in Cornerstone’s expense policy with travel reimbursed by HMRC legislation).

The Role

Cornerstone is one of Scotland's largest charities with 45 years' experience providing great care and support for adults and children with various support needs across Scotland.

As an integral part of our Continuous Improvement team, you’ll drive positive change across the organisation by providing expert guidance and support on all quality improvement initiatives.

You’ll uphold all legal, regulatory requirements, and standards while promoting a culture of continuous learning whilst driving innovation and improvement.

Please see the Role Profile attached to our advert for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

About You

What we'll need you to bring: -

• Proven experience of working within the Health & Social Care sector
• Have confidence in complex situations, using your communication skills to effectively raise concerns and find constructive solutions
• Knowledge and experience of providing high quality support services in a person-centred environment that empowers individuals to reach their potential
• A strong understanding of the Health and Social Care Standards, relevant legislation and regulations.
• The ability to analyse and interpret statistical data
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• A creative, innovative and imaginative approach to tasks and adaptable to change
• The ability to produce high-quality, accurate work to strict and tight deadlines
• Effective negotiation and team working skills with the ability to work on your own initiative
• Good administrative skills
• A professional care or health qualification

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.

Working as part of our innovative Housing First for Youth Team, The Project Worker will work directly with young people to coordinate and provide emotional and practical support. Providing an assertive outreach approach the Project Worker will Work with young people to secure and manage their own permanent home, providing support in their home and in their local community to ensure that a young person’s experience of homelessness is rare, brief, and non-recurring.

The Project Worker will support young people to improve their practical independent living skills, access other services and to reach their full potential. Project Workers are responsible for completing support plans and risk assessments and are the main contact for any key people involved in the care and support of young people.