Relationships Scotland Borders is looking for their next part-time Administrator to join our small, but highly committed and supportive team.

Are you looking for a flexible, home-based role that can offer hours to fit around the school run, or other commitments you might have? If so, then read on…………….

Relationships are at the heart of our lives and here at Relationships Scotland Borders, we support people with their relationship difficulties. We understand and know that everyone’s experiences and struggles are unique. We provide a range support, from individual and couples counselling, Child Contact Centres, to mediation services that can all help to support people to find their own solutions and enhance their wellbeing, mental health and happiness.

We deliver our range of services to help and support children and their families across the Scottish Borders. To support this work, we are looking for someone dynamic, enthusiastic and passionate, with a genuine desire to help others.

Within this role the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that our operations and processes run smoothly and to a high standard, with a core focus on excellent customer service.

We are looking for someone that is based in the Scottish Borders, with at least 5 years of previous experience as an administrator. You will be able to demonstrate experience of working remotely, a self-starter that understands the importance of meeting deadlines and managing your workload effectively. You will have excellent administrative and financial experience, be able to handle confidential information, communicate with clients and their families with care and sensitivity, as well as the ability to manage our work with local solicitors and other partners across the Scottish Borders. We can offer you a varied and interesting role with plenty of support as and when needed.

Join us and you'll become part of a team that cares about the work we do and the people we work with. You'll discover opportunities to grow, along with challenges and a shared purpose that'll bring the best out in you. And you'll get to find your own way to make the difference that means more to the families we support across the Scottish Borders.

If you’re interested in learning more about this fantastic role, please take a look at the Job Description and Person Specification, or why not visit our website: relationships-scotlandborders.org

Are you a passionate, motivated fundraiser committed to changing the world for the better?

We want to hear from you.

At The Eric Liddell Community our vision is a community where no one feels lonely or isolated. Our mission is to bring people together in their communities to enhance health and well-being and have a positive impact on their lives. We are driving progress toward this by: providing a sector leading Day Service for people living with dementia alongside a programme for community-based activities for people living with dementia, a programme of wellbeing activities, courses and opportunities for unpaid carers, a Befriending Service and running our vibrant Community Hub, in the heart of Edinburgh.

The Edinburgh Liddell Community is undergoing a period of growth, expansion and change in the delivery of its caring services, following an exciting 2024, where we recognised and celebrated the life, sporting and community achievements of one of Scotland’s iconic figures, Eric Liddell.

We are looking for a committed fundraiser who will be a key part of our fundraising team to support achieving our Strategic Vision 2022 – 2027. This post is for 4 days per week to develop positive relationships with existing and potential supporters. To access the job description, please click here

Are you a creative and motivated individual with the passion and drive to support people with a recent diagnosis of dementia to live well in their community?

If so, you can be part of a National Team of Post Diagnostic Support Link Workers (PDS Link Workers) providing high-quality, person-centred support to people living with dementia and their families for a minimum of a year following diagnosis in line the Scottish Government’s minimum guarantee.

The aim of the PDS National Service is to enable people to live well with dementia and is centred around Alzheimer Scotland's 5 pillar model so that people move on to a period of supported self- management.

The model includes understanding the illness and coming to terms with the diagnosis, peer support, connecting and maintaining links with their community along with planning for future care and decision making to develop an outcome focused plan to support their future hopes, desires and aspirations.

Supporting our East Fife locality, the post will be based within the Older Adult Community Mental Health Team at Stratheden Hospital. Alzheimer Scotland’s PDS Link Workers are required to be effective team workers and have the skills to build and maintain relationships with colleagues both within Alzheimer Scotland, the NHS and other stakeholders.

Skills in using digital platforms are essential as we use a blended approach to support people that involve some virtual meetings and on-line groups.

Applicants must hold a recognised relevant professional qualification, have a good understanding of dementia and how it affects people and their families along with excellent communication skills, a warm flexible approach, combined with skills in empathy and relationship building.

In addition, you should have skills and knowledge at the Enhanced Level of the Promoting Excellence Framework or be able to evidence you are working towards its completion.

This post requires a full driving license and access to a car.

For a full job description and person specification please see the attachments section of this advert.

The successful candidate for this post will be subject to a criminal check through Disclosure Scotland.

About us

At Sense Scotland our organisational mission is to, “Support individuals and their families to live their best lives by providing innovative and sustainable services.”

We are keen to find a leader to join our branch of Housing Support/Care at Home services across Fife who has a genuine passion to work towards this mission, making a significant, positive difference in the lives of the people with additional support needs and complex communication styles who use our services.

About the service/department

Across three locations, the branch supports 15 individuals within houses of multiple occupants. Each individual has their own complex needs including, but not limited to, visual/hearing impairment, physical and learning disabilities, epilepsy, diabetes and congenital rubella syndrome. We see each person as the individual that they are, and endeavour to provide services that support their interests, aspirations, health needs and wellbeing.

Individuals are supported in every element of their lives within their own homes and out in the community. The services are focused on improvement and development as well as sustaining what is already in place to meet needs.

About you

The Registered Manager role ensures a management presence in the services, taking responsibility for the strategic oversight of operations and practice; delivery of commissioned hours, recruiting and skills matching staff and providing them with full inductions, training, support, supervision and, where there is a need, formal performance management.

Audit and review of services on an individual and holistic basis to ensure support strategies and records remain up to date and relevant. The Registered Manager will build working relationships that allow them to work in partnership with the people that we support, their families and associated health and social work professionals to help overcome everyday challenges and plan for a positive future. You will develop and lead the Services Improvement Plan and the Organisations Strategic Plan, ensuring completion of action areas, acknowledgement of challenges and successes and identifying themes, learning and next steps to ensure continuous development.

We believe having skilled leadership and management is key to ensuring our staff team members meet individual needs by building trusting relationships, promoting independence and championing people to achieve their dreams and aspirations. We also believe that staff who feel supported, encouraged, appraised and part of a team where managers lead by example are best placed to be able to deliver such practice.

As the Registered Manager, you would be responsible for the operational day-to-day management of the service ensuring Sense Scotland is delivering consistent high quality care and continued compliance with relevant legislation. You would take the lead on the management of staff teams, budgets, and having positive relationships internally and externally across your geographical area, working in partnership with colleagues in the senior management team.

This post offers a huge reward in terms of personal and professional development. This is a role where you can really make a difference. You will work alongside and lead a team of Locality Managers, Supervisors and a large complement of Support Practitioners.

What you will need to succeed

• SVQ 4 and PDA in Leadership and Management
• An ability to build and develop positive long-lasting relationship with the people that we support, their families and their team members
• Experience of managing a team of social care professionals
• Passion for delivering a high level of support with continued review for improvement purposes
• Member of PVG Scheme & SSSC Registration (will be supported by Sense Scotland)
• An ability and eagerness to support, train and provide sound advice to co-workers in line with the organisations policies and procedures
• Excellent communication skills
• A resilient and motivated attitude
• An ability to manage your own time, workload and priorities
• A flexible and motivated approach

Working for us

We offer a rewarding role with the opportunity to develop your skills and future career in an enriching environment, some of these include:

• Retention payment of £500 – we reward our people
• 100’s of discount options to use at high street stores, events, cinemas, restaurants and more!
• Earn £250 by referring a friend
• Training and development – opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge via our e-learning packages and so much more
• Generous annual leave entitlement – 24 days annual leave plus 12 Public Holidays which increases with length of service
• Pension scheme to help you save for the future
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers practical, impartial support on issues impacting your life
• Cycle to Work scheme and HSF Health Plan, your health and wellbeing is important to us.

We are seeking a well organised, committed and proactive person, who is interested in people, to join our small and supportive team. If you enjoy variety, but are always aware of making sure things get done, and want to make a real difference in a small environmental charity, we would love to hear from you.

This role leads on the administrative and office functions of APRS, Scotland’s countryside charity, which employs three people. As a small charity, making a big impact, this role will allow you to grow and take on responsibility. Our small size means that we can be fleet of foot and take opportunities so there is always variety and challenge. But, above all, this role needs a steady hand and an eye for detail, ensuring that we deliver our reporting, governance and finance requirements, and manage our relationship with supporters, so that we can effectively deliver on our mission.

We are seeking a person who enjoys being part of a team but can also work independently, and with a focus on what matters for the smooth running of the organisation.

It’s our centenary next year and so this is a really exciting time to be joining APRS. We have ambitions for the future, and this post plays an absolutely central role. So if you are looking for rewarding work, with good colleagues, in an environmental charity; and you want to make a difference to Scotland’s landscapes and countryside – please get in touch.

The honorary treasurer is a key volunteer role within our governance structure which aims to make a real difference to members in Scotland. As our honorary treasurer you will work closely with the chair of the business management and finance committee to advise the trustee board on all aspects of business management and finance matters related to the work of Girlguiding Scotland.

Your profile

This role is open to current and non-members of Girlguiding.

At Girlguiding Scotland, striving to be an inclusive and impactful organisation is at the heart of what we do. We recognise that being a great volunteer isn’t just about the skills that you can bring to the table, but also the unique perspectives that come from your background and life experiences.

The key skills and attributes that we’re looking for are:

• CA, CIMA, ACCA, ACA or other similar qualification
• Membership of Girlguiding, or willingness to become a member
• Experience of preparing budgets and forecasting, management accounting and statutory financial reporting
• Experience of reporting to board level, audit and knowledge of charity SORP (FRS102)
• Experience of setting and monitoring investment strategies and supervising the performance of a significant investment portfolio
• Experience of working with volunteers would be an advantage
• Ability to work and join meetings remotely using a variety of technology and the ability to access papers and information online (instructions and support will be given)
• Ability to think of the bigger picture for the benefit of members and potential members across Scotland
• Confident to speak up and the ability to challenge others in a constructive manner
• Capacity to be proactive in research and in reviewing papers
• Eligibility to become a trustee in Scotland (you can find information about who cannot be a charity trustee on oscr.org.uk)
• Approachable, open minded and flexible, with the ability to work with others
• Excited to be part of shaping the future and responding to challenges
• Capacity to be proactive and involved in building relationships with key volunteers and staff to facilitate the work between meetings
• Committed to our values

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.