The Cottage Family Centre was established in 1987. The focus of the work at the Centre is to provide a range of support to those families and individuals within family units who are vulnerable to social exclusion as a result of factors such as poverty, unemployment, poor housing, relationship breakdown, drug and alcohol problems and health related issues.

The range of services that the Cottage provides includes a therapeutic service for children and young people.

We are looking for a qualified and experienced therapist/s competent to work with children and young people. The successful candidate/s must be a qualified Play Therapist, Art Therapist or Counsellor qualified to work with children and young people.

You will need to be self-motivated, have the ability to work independently with a positive and flexible approach and demonstrate a sound understanding of social issues that affect children, young people and families.

This post/s will be subject to a Protection of Vulnerable Groups check and 2 references.

The Cottage Family Centre are looking for a passionate, highly motivated and experienced individual with a sound knowledge and understanding of children’s learning and development as well as the challenges facing our families across our communities.

The purpose of this role is to lead and support a small staff team within a registered childcare setting and provide advice, guidance and support to vulnerable families with children aged 0–8 years in the Kirkcaldy area who have been referred to The Cottage Family Centre.

As well as supporting individual children to reach their full potential, this role will enable parents to be individually supported to gain a better understanding of their children’s needs empowering them to improve their children’s development by using strategies and activities that they can incorporate within their daily lives.

You will require 3 years’ experience in a similar role

This role will also support the management team to develop a broad range of learning activities, which are specific to the needs of vulnerable children and their families.

Qualifications are as follows:

Managers must have a practice and a management qualification.

The benchmark practice qualifications for a manager of day care of children services are one of the following:

• SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF Level 7
• HNC Childhood Practice
• HNC Childhood Practice

PLUS

• BA Childhood Practice
• SQA Professional Development Award (PDA) Childhood Practice (360 credits at SCQF Level 9) or equivalent

This post will be subject to a PVG Scheme Record check, SSSC registration (Manager) and two references.

Thank you for your interest in the Social Transformation Lead role at Ps & Gs Church.

We firmly believe that God cares deeply for those who live with the impacts of poverty and social exclusion, and that his justice, hope and grace can transform individuals, and transform our city. We’re encouraged by all that God has done through our social transformation ministries to meet the needs of people in Edinburgh over many years. People have been strengthened and supported, and shown kindness and care, in many practical, tangible ways. We’re excited by all that God has ahead of us as we develop our social transformation ministries.

The key purposes of the Social Transformation Lead role are:

1. Strategic oversight – lead, develop and implement the vision for social transformation at Ps & Gs
2. Leadership – oversee and lead our Saturday Meal team including, coordinating, motivating and training them
3. Finance, administration and communication – ensuring efficient administration underpins all our social transformation work

A full job description and person specification can be found in the attached documents or on our website.

Benefits

1. The salary for this role is £30,975 (pro rata: £18,575)
2. You will be entitled to five weeks (15 days) holiday per year, plus five designated public holidays, plus three public holidays to be taken at a time of your choosing.
3. You will be enrolled in a direct contribution pension scheme with an 8% employer contribution. (Usually NEST however other arrangements can be negotiated.)
4. You are entitled to prayer and study days, 7 per year.

Additional information about the role

1. Start date: as soon as possible from September 2026.

2. The role is permanent but has a mutually reviewable probationary period of six month

3. The role is initially 21 hours per week*, excluding breaks, working over three to four days, including leading at Saturday Meal three out of four Saturdays. There will be occasional evening working. Hours will be agreed at job offer stage.

*We are open to exploring this role being full time (35 hours/week) for the right person (subject to funding). Please let us know when you apply if you are interested in exploring full-time hours

4. The notice period is three months.

5. The role reports to the Rector and is appraised annually

6. The appointment will be subject to you, if successful, obtaining a PVG Scheme Record through Disclosure Scotland. If you are invited to interview, you will receive more information about this

7. Occupational Requirement: Due to the nature of this role, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the postholder to be a practising Christian, as permitted under the Equality Act 2010. The successful candidate will be expected to uphold and model Christian beliefs and values and be actively involved in a church community.

This is a new fixed term role which will lead on the development of learning products, equipment and resources as part of our schools and family engagement programme Timesliders. Timesliders is an ambitious new concept for the Trust and this role will review and refresh our current products, as well as develop new creative, fun and exciting resources for the programme, with the aim to roll it out at other Trust properties in the future.

Based within the national Learning team, this role will work closely with the Timesliders Learning Coordinator, property teams, marketing and communications, designers, and external creatives, freelancers and contractors. This post will also work closely with Operations Managers and Visitor Services Managers at the properties to ensure staff are trained and supported in using creative learning resources to deliver the programme to schools and families.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Lead the development of creative products that support the delivery of Timesliders at properties across the North East.
2. Review and evaluate the creative products and equipment, in line with audience and stakeholder feedback.
3. Develop sustainable plans for creative products and equipment to ensure the longer-term delivery of Timesliders.
4. Oversee production of creative resources (e.g. puzzles, activity packs, etc), working with external contractors/agencies, as well as internal stakeholders
5. Coordinate the development of new Audio Stories, working with property teams, national teams, writer(s), studio, actors and Learning Coordinator
6. Direct the procurement of resources, props and activities – ensuring there is a standard approach across properties.
7. Create simple audio and video to support the delivery of activities (e.g. filming welcome clips for pupils)
8. Collaborate with the Trust’s marketing teams to ensure creative products are in line with Trust guidelines and branding.
9. Consult with property colleagues to assess the required props and resources, and act as main contact for reporting when they are damaged, need updated, etc.
10. Assist property colleagues in learning how to use new props, equipment and resources, through training, support and guidance.

The Scottish Chamber Orchestra is seeking a motivated and analytical individual to join our Development Team as Development Officer (Research & Donor Insight).

This newly created role will play a key part in supporting the SCO’s fundraising ambitions. Working across all areas of fundraising, you will undertake prospect research, provide donor insight and intelligence, and coordinate the organisation’s fundraising pipeline, helping to identify and develop opportunities for philanthropic support.

We are looking for someone with strong research, analytical and organisational skills who enjoys working with information and building relationships. Experience of fundraising or prospect research would be welcome, but we are equally interested in candidates with transferable skills and a desire to develop expertise in donor insight and prospect development.

Tiree Community Development Trust (known as “Urras Thiriodh”) are seeking a suitably experienced and skilled candidate to play a key role in development and delivery of community projects in the beautiful and vibrant Inner Hebridean island of Tiree.

This established role is based within our Projects and Services Team, and will take a lead on areas of project work within our company group, as part of a wider team delivering our Community Development Plan, and developing new income streams to support the future funding of the Trust. Current project work ongoing includes home energy efficiency initiatives, renewable energy development, and the development of community housing, and the eventual administration of that housing for affordable let to local residents.

The role will play a key part in the ongoing delivery of our Community Development Plan – tireetrust.org.uk/the-development-plan and would suit candidates who are strongly motivated by doing meaningful work to improve lives and sustainability of a close-knit community.

Fife Women’s Aid are looking for a Housing Management Worker to join our team looking after refuge accommodation across Fife and ensuring it is presented to a high standard.

Candidates should be willing to work as part of a team and be flexible in their approach.

Please join us for an online session to find out more about FWA housing management services.

This will be at 6.30pm on Tuesday 21st July 2026.

Please confirm your attendance to info@fifewomensaid.org.uk and we will send you details of the zoom meeting. We hope to see you there.

Fife Women’s Aid is a feminist organisation and strives to be a supportive and empowering employer offering competitive terms and conditions.

Membership of Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme is a requirement for this post.

If you would like further information about the post, please contact Sheila Chappell, Business Manager on 07714 609389.

* Join Our Board of Trustees – Visualise Scotland *

Are you passionate about inclusion, empowerment, and making a real difference in people’s lives?

Visualise Scotland is seeking new Trustees to join our Board and help shape the future of our organisation.

We are a Scottish charity in Edinburgh East Lothian, providing high-quality support for adults with learning disabilities, autism and other additional support needs. Our mission is to empower people to live fulfilling and independent lives.

About the Role

As a Trustee, you will play a vital role in providing strategic oversight, guidance, and governance to ensure that Visualise Scotland continues to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. We are particularly interested in hearing from people with experience in:

• Finance
• HR and People
• Digital and Technology
• Third Sector Experience
• Lived Experience (people with disabilities or family carers)
• Legal / Governance

Previous board experience is welcome but not essential — we value enthusiasm, integrity and a genuine commitment to our mission above all else.

We Welcome Diverse Voices

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences — particularly those who reflect the communities we support. Visit our website for more information: visualise.org.uk

About The DRC Youth Project (SCIO)

The DRC Youth Project is a modern, innovative and ambitious youth charity based in North-West Glasgow. We create opportunities that help young people develop confidence, resilience, practical skills and aspirations through high-quality youth work, personal development, employability and training programmes.

Working alongside schools, funders, local authorities, employers and community organisations, we deliver a diverse range of programmes and initiatives including school support, employability and training, accredited learning, youth clubs, outdoor learning, volunteering opportunities, our Community Pantry and community-based projects.

We're a proactive organisation that isn't afraid to roll up our sleeves. When challenges arise, we work together to find practical solutions. We learn from experience, adapt and keep moving forward. That approach has helped shape the organisation we are today and continues to create new opportunities for the young people we support. As we continue to grow, we're developing an exciting new training centre that will further expand the opportunities available to young people across Glasgow.

We're now looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Group Worker to join our team. If you're passionate about working with young people, enjoy variety and want to play a key role in helping young people achieve positive outcomes while contributing to the future of a growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Group Worker, you'll play a key role in delivering group work programmes that engage young people and help develop confidence, resilience, practical skills and positive aspirations. Working across a range of DRC programmes and partnership initiatives, you'll support young people to overcome barriers, recognise their strengths and take positive steps towards education, training and employment.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll combine youth work, employability and training, accredited learning and practical activities to create engaging experiences for young people. You'll work alongside an experienced team of specialist workers, supporting everything from outdoor learning and community projects to educational visits, workshops and new initiatives, while bringing your own ideas, interests and skills to the team.

As part of the wider project, you'll also contribute to our community youth work programme by supporting two evening youth club sessions each week. Together, these programmes give you the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with young people, support their progress and make a lasting difference in their lives.

Who We’re Looking For

We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, motivated and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people. You'll enjoy building positive relationships, working as part of a team and supporting young people to overcome barriers and achieve their full potential.

You'll thrive in a varied and fast-paced environment where no two weeks are the same. You'll be proactive, adaptable and willing to get involved, whether that's delivering a group session, supporting an outdoor activity, contributing to a new project or working alongside colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for young people. You'll take ownership of your work, contribute ideas and embrace opportunities to help young people and the organisation continue to grow.

As travel forms part of the role, applicants must hold a full UK driving licence. If you're someone who enjoys working collaboratively, brings energy and initiative to your role, has life experience to share and wants to be part of a team that is committed to making a lasting difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join the DRC?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation where you'll have the chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people every day. As the DRC continues to grow, you'll have the opportunity to help shape new programmes, strengthen existing services and contribute to the future of an organisation that is committed to creating better opportunities for young people across Glasgow.

What We Offer

• Salary of £28,000-£30,000 per annum (dependant on experience).
• Full-time post (37 hours per week).
• Ongoing training, team development days and opportunities to develop your skills and career.
• A supportive, experienced and ambitious team that values collaboration, creativity and continuous improvement.
• Opportunities to contribute to the development of new programmes and initiatives.
• A varied and rewarding role where you can make a lasting difference to young people’s lives.

About Scottish Fair Trade

Scottish Fair Trade is the national network organisation for Fair Trade in Scotland.

We work to build a world where trade is fair, people are valued, and the planet is protected. We connect communities, campaign for change, and support ethical businesses to grow and thrive.

Scotland is a Fair Trade Nation, and we’re working to re-energise the movement for the future, bringing all sectors of Scottish society with us.

About the role

The Development & Business Partnerships Officer plays an important role in strengthening relationships between Scottish Fair Trade and businesses, public sector organisations, social enterprises and partner networks across Scotland. The postholder supports engagement and knowledge-sharing around Fair Trade, ethical sourcing and sustainable procurement, helping to grow understanding and participation across different sectors.

The role also supports the development of Scottish Fair Trade’s membership community, encouraging organisations and businesses to engage with and support the movement for fairer trade.

Alongside this, the postholder will help coordinate light-touch consultancy and advisory activity delivered through Fair Change Co., our trading subsidiary, working with external associates or consultants where appropriate.

This is a relationship-focused and coordination role suited to someone with strong communication and organisational skills, an interest in ethical business and sustainability, and the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders.