Based in the Royal Edinburgh Hospital, the REH Patients Council (SCIO) strengthens the voices of people with lived experience (both patients and former patients) and aims to realise all of our human rights, by the means of independent collective advocacy.

An exciting opportunity has opened up within our small (but growing!) friendly and flexible team, for a Finance, Administration and Business Officer who will use their experience and knowledge of third sector financial, contractual, monitoring, reporting, recording and business planning needs to enable us to comply with all necessary financial, accounting and contract management requirements, in order to maintain and deliver on our core collective advocacy functions.

Applications are encouraged from all people with lived experience of using, or caring for people who use, mental health services. The REH Patients Council (SCIO) offices are fully accessible.

Find out more about the Patients Council on rehpatientscouncil.org.uk.

Grace House is a therapeutic centre for women with multiple complex needs. Our holistic programs support them in their efforts to reintegrate into longer term accommodation and community.

This post is restricted to female applicants in order to reduce barriers of access for the all-female residents.

We are looking for 2 Senior Project Workers who will assist the Manager in all aspects of organisation and delivery of the support service; including decisions related to staffing matters, such as recruitment, allocation of cases within the staff team and supervision of staff.

You will also provide appropriate emotional and practical support to service users assisting in budgeting, debt management, addiction support, household routines, arranging specific specialist help, liaising with other external agencies, and so forth.

Your other tasks involve assisting the manager with all aspects of office administration including financial management, Health & Safety, relevant risk assessments, legislative requirements, office management, vehicles, maintenance, monitoring and quality assurance and dealing with comments/ complaints about the service.

We are looking for candidates with:

• Experience of working in a residential social care environment
• Experience of working with homeless and homeless women
• Experience of working within and leading a team
• Knowledge of current legislation regarding regulation of care and protection of vulnerable adults
• An SVQ4 in Social Care, Promoting Independence or equivalent as listed by SSSC as appropriate for a Housing Support Worker, or willingness to work towards

As Bethany is a Christian organisation, this post carries an Occupational Requirement in line with Equality Act 2010. Please note that one reference must be from your church minister or leader to endorse your live and active Christian faith and commitment. Successful applicants for this post will require membership of the PVG scheme.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

Grace House is a therapeutic centre for women with multiple complex needs. Our holistic programs support them in their efforts to reintegrate into longer term accommodation and community.

This post is restricted to female applicants in order to reduce barriers of access for the all-female residents.

We are looking for Project Workers, who will work as part of a team seeking to meet the practical, emotional and spiritual needs of women with multiple complex needs. As part of a team you will ensure the smooth daily running of the therapeutic centre and help to create a safe supportive caring and empowering environment for service users.

Your main tasks include leading group work and supporting residents on a one-to-one basis. You will also provide appropriate emotional and practical support to service users assisting in budgeting, debt management, addiction support, household routines, arranging specific specialist help and liaising with other external agencies.

We are looking for candidates with:

• Experience of working with vulnerable and homeless people
• Experience of working within a team and the ability to deal appropriately with challenging behaviour
• AnSVQ3 in Social Care, Promoting Independence or equivalent as listed by SSSC as appropriate for a Housing Support Worker, or willingness to work towards

As Bethany is a Christian organisation, this post carries an Occupational Requirement in line with Equality Act 2010. Please note that one reference must be from your church minister or leader to endorse your live and active Christian faith and commitment. Successful applicants for this post will require membership of the PVG scheme.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

Grace House is looking for a Night Shift Worker who will maintain the therapeutic centre as a safe environment for residents as the only waking night shift worker, while promoting a caring environment through high standards of professional practice.

This post is restricted to female applicants in order to reduce barriers of access for the all-female residents.

Your tasks include establishing and maintaining the general security of the building during night shift hours, in accordance with policies and procedures and accepted customs and practices, and, in the absence of a Project Worker, with ‘on-call’ management support, lead shift.

We are looking for candidates with:

• Experience of working with vulnerable and homeless people
• Experience of working within a team and an understanding of mental health issues, addiction problems and chaotic behaviour

As Bethany is a Christian organisation, this post carries an Occupational Requirement in line with Equality Act 2010. Please note that one reference must be from your church minister or leader to endorse your live and active Christian faith and commitment. Successful applicants for this post will require membership of the PVG scheme.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

For 30+ years, Into Work has supported the aim of a world where disabled people, neurodivergent people and those with long-term health conditions have equal access to fair work and opportunity to sustain and develop in work. Since 1998 we have provided a one-to-one person-centred service, following the 5-stage model of Supported Employment. Lived experience of disability is at the heart of our service design and delivery. For more information, please visit www.intowork.org.uk

Background / Context:

Having been operational in Edinburgh and Lothian for many years, Into Work has a long-standing record of successful partnership working and project delivery for disabled people. Due to new funding through the Local Growth Fund, we are now looking for suitably experienced and motivated people to join our growing staff team for our disabled young people service in Midlothian.

To enhance our user experience and encourage engagement, we offer additional in-house wraparound support, including income maximisation and wellbeing input. We support disabled people take those first vital steps towards making sustainable employment a reality.

Disabled Young People Service – Role Summary:

• Working alongside the Young People Service Lead, you will support young disabled people aged 16-24 on a one-to-one basis initially, helping them progress to groupwork over time.
• Supporting young disabled people into positive destinations such as education, training, volunteering, employment and continued support.
• Focusing on young disabled people with no identified positive destination, helping them explore employability, wellbeing and strengthening their community connections.
• Exploring empowerment, with support around self-travel and building confidence to participate in local communities. Helping young disabled people build routine and gain new experiences.

About you – who we are looking for:

• Our staff come from range of sectors and career backgrounds and go on to become successful employment advisers.
• For this role we require someone who aligns with Into Work’s values and the social model of disability, who is looking for the opportunity to make a difference to the employment prospects of disabled people, neurodivergent people and those with long-term health conditions.
• You will need to organise and manage your own workload and be flexible in your approach to work, supporting Into Work across different projects and teams.

What is in it for you?

• Working for a small specialist charity supporting disabled people brings substantial fulfilment, job satisfaction and daily variety.
• You can expect autonomy and the opportunity to be creative, both in your client work and in helping contribute to the development of our services. You can also expect a supportive and progressive working environment which reflects our values of openness, flexibility, perseverance, and collaboration.
• You will receive regular support and supervision, annual appraisal, relevant training, and personal development opportunities.
• We hold a GOLD Investor in People award and are committed to the continuous improvement and development of our employees.
• We are a Living Wage accredited employer, a Disability Confident Leader and have received flexible workplace FlexMark accreditation from Flexibility Works.

You will also benefit from:

• A generous starting annual leave entitlement of 34 days, increasing to 37 days with length of service (pro-rated for part-time employees).
• Employer pension contribution of 7.5%.
• Access to death in service scheme.
• Flexitime.
• Enhanced company sick pay.
• Paid carers leave.
• Free and confidential employee assistance programme and services.
• Access to cycle to work and tech scheme discount.

We are OnFife – Fife’s largest cultural organisation. OnFife is a non-profit, uniting many of Fife’s theatres, museums, libraries and more – under one vision and one goal. We are champions of culture and guardians of heritage. We spark curiosity, connect people to stories and reinvest every penny back into Fife – shaping and inspiring culture along the way.

We work with a huge range of partners, artists and creatives and our spaces are some of Fife’s favourite places. An ambitious leadership-oriented charity, we’re built on strong values, and those values make us who we are – Fearless, Inviting, Fair and Exciting.

The Role

OnFife is looking for an ambitious and experienced Sponsorship & Funding Manager to lead the development and delivery of our sponsorship and fundraising strategy.

This is a key strategic role, responsible for growing both restricted and unrestricted income across a diverse portfolio including trusts and foundations, corporate sponsorship, individual giving, crowdfunding and public appeals. Working closely with senior colleagues across the Trust, you will help secure vital funding that enables creativity, culture and community impact across Fife.

You can view the full job spechere.

About You

You will bring:

• Degree-level education (SCQF Level 9) or equivalent experience
• At least three years’ proven success in fundraising, ideally within the charity or cultural sector
• Strong experience of securing funding from trusts, foundations and businesses
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce persuasive, high-quality bids and proposals
• Strategic thinking skills and the ability to spot opportunities and innovate income streams
• Experience of relationship management with donors, partners and stakeholders
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines
• A collaborative approach and the confidence to work with senior leaders, Board members and external partners
• A genuine interest in culture, creativity and community impact in Scotland

Key responsibilities

You will:

• Develop, lead and deliver a comprehensive Sponsorship & Fundraising Strategy aligned to OnFife’s strategic ambitions
• Identify, research and secure funding from trusts, foundations, corporates, statutory bodies and major donors
• Lead on writing compelling funding bids, sponsorship proposals and donor communications
• Manage and grow fundraising programmes including crowdfunding, Friends schemes, Adopt a Seat, appeals and legacy giving
• Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, sponsors, partners and stakeholders
• Work collaboratively across OnFife to identify funding priorities and develop strong, fundable projects
• Monitor income performance, manage budgets and targets, and report to senior management and the Board
• Ensure fundraising activity complies with best practice, legislation and data protection requirements
• Act as an advocate and ambassador for OnFife at external events and networks

What we offer

• The opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of culture in Fife
• A collaborative, values-led organisation
• Professional autonomy and scope to innovate
• Flexible / hybrid working arrangements
• Competitive salary and local government pension scheme

About Urban Roots

Urban Roots is a community-led environmental and health improvement charity based in the Southside of Glasgow. For over ten years we have worked alongside local residents and volunteers to establish and support a network of community gardens and woodlands. We also deliver healthy cooking programmes and outdoor learning and play activities for children and young people.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced, organised and adaptable person to join us as our Volunteer Development & Wellbeing Officer.

This role combines volunteer development with participant well-being support. The postholder will be responsible for recruiting, supporting, and developing volunteers across Urban Roots, ensuring they have a positive experience and can contribute meaningfully to our projects and activities.

Alongside volunteer coordination, the role will support participants attending Urban Roots activities through one-to-one wellbeing catch-ups, identifying support needs, managing referrals from GP surgeries and partner organisations, signposting to appropriate services and helping individuals access the activities and groups that best meet their needs.

The successful candidate will have experience in recruiting and supporting volunteers, as well as experience working with vulnerable adults or individuals facing barriers to participation. Previous experience of working in the third sector and an interest in environmental issues would be an advantage.

More information about our work can be found at urbanroots.org.uk

About Bridges Partnership - Glasgow

The Bridges Partnership is jointly provided by Aberlour Glasgow Family Support Service and Shelter Scotland to provide support to mothers and their children living in Glasgow City who are or have been affected by domestic abuse.

What we are looking for....

We are looking for a Child and Family Worker to join our team, working 26.5 hours per week. As this post includes an unsocial hours allowance, you are required to be flexible with your approach and available to work weekends, evenings and public holidays to meet the needs of the families you would support.

As a Child and Family Worker within our Bridges Partnership project you will;

• Undertake risk assessment and work to develop safety plans
• Advocate in statutory meetings, court settings and with other agencies on behalf of women and children who have or are experiencing domestic abuse.
• Using the safe and together model, you will develop reports to be used in courts in relation to civil and criminal proceedings.
• Work in partnership with the parents, either on a 1:1 basis or in groups to enhance their parenting skills and build their confidence
• Work with children and parents in a therapeutic and trauma-based approach to help them reach their full potential.
• Provide housing information and assistance
• Inform women and children of their rights
• Signposting and helping each mother to access additional services as needed.

You will have relevant experience and a sound knowledge of domestic abuse and the impact on the children and adult survivor and relevant theory in attachment and parenting. You should be able to demonstrate an understanding and commitment to women and children’s rights. You will hold a relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 7 or above. It is desired that you are IDDA trained or are 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. Find out more about our Employee Benefits and our commitment to Equality and Diversity click here.

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

Everyday 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 Operational Support Team Officer you can be the difference between people just surviving and really living.

As Operations Support Team Officer, you will lead office and event management within the Operational Support Team, helping deliver the operational plan. You will also oversee office health and safety, ensuring a safe, welcoming and professional hybrid working environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with others, thrives in a varied role, and takes pride in delivering excellent support. As part of this role, you will help bring the No Life Half Lived 2 Strategy to life by providing efficient, inclusive and high-quality customer service to colleagues across the organisation.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading and coordinating office, operations and event activities to support delivery of operational plans.
• Ensuring continuity and resilience of services across the Operational Support Team
• Fostering a positive and collaborative working environment where colleagues feel supported, engaged, and empowered.

You will lead and support a team of Operational Support Administrators, helping them to grow and succeed in their roles. Through effective coaching, motivation and development, you will build a high-performing team that delivers a consistently high-quality service.

You will champion operational effectiveness and support innovation that strengthens outcomes for people affected by long term conditions and communication disability.

Event support is a key part of this role, and you will work closely with event organisers to plan, coordinate and deliver smooth, successful events. You will also oversee event operations where needed, helping to ensure a high-quality experience from start to finish.

Working closely with teams across the organisation helps us provide reliable operational support, keeps day-to-day services running smoothly, and support the charity’s ongoing success and delivery of the No Life Half Lived Strategy. As such whilst the role is hybrid, regular weekly attendance (3 days per week) in the Head Office is required to ensure effective and practical support to all colleagues.

OVERALL PURPOSES OF JOB

The Business Administrator provides administrative and communication support across all Rowan Alba services.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing effective administrative support that ensures the smooth day to-day operation of the business. The Business Administrator coordinates processes, manages information, and supports communication across departments, enabling teams and management to work productively.

Full details available in the job description below.