Blue Triangle is a social care organisation that empowers people to thrive, by delivering solutions in connected communities which focus on the needs of each individual. We are looking for enthusiastic people who share our values (Kind, Passionate and Creative) to join our services accommodating and supporting people experiencing homelessness and empowering them to thrive.

You will already be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council and hold an HNC or SCQF Level 7 in Social Care and have experience of supervising and motivating others.

Blue Triangle recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

What we offer:

Aside from offering a supportive and friendly environment where our people are valued and appreciated, we’ll see that your hard work and drive to succeed is rewarded.

• Competitive Salary and Pension Options
• Double pay for festive bank holidays
• Long service awards
• Fully funded SVQ4
• Access to our benefits platform with high street voucher and tech discounts and cycle to work scheme to name a few!
• Inhouse training programmes
• Significant Gym discounts
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• 24/7 access to employee assistance programme, including counselling
• A wide range of family friendly policies
• Life Assurance cover of 3 times your salary
• Credit Union
• £200 refer a friend scheme

And many more!

Main Responsibilities:

Our Irvine service provides housing support to individuals aged 16-21 and individuals presenting under the National Transfer Scheme. This Assistant Service Manager role working at Irvine involves working on a rota covering various shifts and some weekends. This role involves working 35 hours per week. The Assistant Service Manager will:

• work as part of a team providing safe, secure, supported accommodation for homeless people.
• assist the Service Manager to oversee and assess the support, review, monitoring and evaluation through the case management system to achieve a positive person-centred outcome for each supported person in line with Blue Triangle, statutory and legislative requirements.
• manage staff and others where appropriate (e.g. students, trainees etc.) to meet the objectives of the service, including participation in the recruitment and selection process.
• manage the service in the absence of the Service Manager.
• assist in managing all aspects of the service in line with Blue Triangle, statutory and legislative requirements.
• manage and deliver staff related systems and procedures such as annual leave, absence management, staff meetings, staffing cover and rotas.
• assist the Service Manager in all aspects of quality assurance monitoring both internal and external, and implementing appropriate action plans
• assist the Service Manager in maximising the service income, monitoring spend and completing all financial procedures accurately and timeously, liaising with senior management and finance team and relevant external agencies.

To find out more about being an Assistant Service Manager, click the link below:

Assistant Service Manager Role Profile

About You:

• To join us, you need to have a genuine passion for helping people.
• You’ll have experience of working with vulnerable people and challenging behaviour which can be from personal, voluntary and/or professional experience.
• Experience of supervising and motivating a team either in a work setting or informal setting.
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to undertake care practice in accordance with Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) code of practice, National Care Standards, Scottish Commission for the Regulation of Care and the Associations policies and procedures.
• Ability to relate empathetically to people and recognise their right to choice and independence.
• Ability to work flexible hours as required.
• Able to use Microsoft or equivalent applications competently.
• Hold an SVQ level 3 or above and be willing to work towards an SVQ 4.

We care about one another whilst taking pride in the service we offer. You will be working in a company with a strong identity and with the guidance and support of experienced Managers you will be able to develop in your career.

This is a 2-year fixed term contract due to internal development.

This is an opportunity to join a small, dynamic, ambitious, and welcoming team that believes in the transformative power of youth work and the power of partnerships. Operations Officers support the operational delivery and development of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) through managing a portfolio of Licensed Organisations (LOs).

LOs range from local authorities, state and independent schools to youth organisations, secure units, and community groups. The DofE Scotland Operations team works with these licensed organisations to build their capacity, support their reach into more marginalised communities and ensure quality and compliance with the Award framework.

The DofE Scotland office covers DofE activity across the length and breadth of Scotland, working with over 140 Licensed Organisations and over 19,000 young people in the last year alone. Each Operations Officer manages a portfolio based on broad geographic region.

The role will be field-based and when not attending meetings, employees will work from home. You will need to have an appropriate home office set up and live within or near the region of North Scotland.

What we are looking for:

The successful candidate will be a dynamic and proactive team player, who is able to embrace innovation and change. You will be a confident and effective communicator and collaborator and have experience of building and sustaining relationships with stakeholders across the education and/or youth and community sectors.

You will be a passionate advocate for the work of the DofE and motivated by the charity’s current strategic ambition to give more than one million young people the chance to participate in our life-changing programmes.

Benefits

We offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, an employee assistance programme, healthcare cash plan and volunteer leave. Also, 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays and an additional 3 days paid leave between Christmas and the New Year. Buy additional annual leave, benefits discount website, death in service benefit 4 x salary, incapacity benefit, generous family leave and sick leave.

The DofE are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. (e.g. DBS/PVG or similar), including references covering any gaps of employment/education, confirm eligibility to work in the UK and complete a health check.

About The Duke of Edinburgh's Award

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is a renowned charity that empowers young people by offering life-changing programs. With a vision of Youth Without Limits, their aim is to provide over a million young individuals, particularly those facing marginalisation, the opportunity to participate in their transformative initiatives within the next five years. By supporting young people in acquiring new skills, overcoming obstacles, and building confidence and resilience, they promote personal growth and development.

The organisation operates by licensing and supporting various institutions like schools, colleges, youth groups, and hospitals to run their programs. They prioritise the safety of participants and have taken necessary measures to ensure it. Additionally, The Duke of Edinburgh's Award has an Executive Leadership Team that works together to expand their provision and a team of Trustees who set the strategic direction for the charity.

With an international reach in over 130 countries and territories, the DofE is part of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Foundation, which aims to provide opportunities to young people globally. The history of the DofE traces back to 1956 when it was initially launched for boys. Over the years, it has evolved and now offers programs for young people aged 14 to 24, focusing on four key sections: Volunteering, Physical, Skills, and Expedition. The impact of the DofE has been astounding, with millions of young people benefiting from the program. Even during challenging times like the coronavirus pandemic, the dedication and contributions of DofE participants have been remarkable.

As the UK recovers, the DofE continues to support and empower young people, playing a vital role in the national effort. With a rich history and a commitment to youth development, The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award remains a beacon of opportunity and growth for young individuals across the globe.

Braeburn Home – A Care Home for Life

We are recruiting volunteers to join our board of trustees. Braeburn Home is a small and unique care home, situated in a quiet residential area in the heart of Inverleith, Edinburgh. We are a private home providing residential, nursing and respite care to older adults.

We are a friendly, dynamic team of Trustees, looking to speak to interested parties that can be either experienced or someone seeking their first opportunity to enhance their skills in a charity board setting.

We are ideally looking for someone who has an understanding of the health and social care sector but this is not essential. Persons with skills in either finance/accounting; nursing, social work/ relevant health care, IT or HR are particularly welcome.

The minimum time commitment includes attending monthly board meetings (approx. 3 hours), but we are hopeful you will use your expertise to further support our senior management on an occasional basis, co-leading on specific projects.

We are seeking committed and passionate women to join our Board of Trustees helping to shape the future of a vital, specialist organisation in the Scottish Borders.

What you will bring:

• Commitment and integrity
• Relevant skills, knowledge, or lived experience
• Passion for gender equality and ending sexual violence
• Strategic thinking, enthusiasm, and a collaborative approach

The Board meets four times per year, with hybrid meetings lasting approximately two hours. Reasonable expenses are reimbursed, and induction and ongoing support are provided.

This is a women-only role under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

If you want to be part of a values-driven Board making a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

About the role:

If you are the sort of person who is passionate about engaging and inspiring supporters to raise funds for charity through challenges and events, we would welcome your application.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading on the delivery and implementation of our community, events and individual funding streams to reach our income targets
• Proactively seeking out new supporters, stewarding existing donor relationships and following up on prospects
• Securing and undertaking speaking engagements to raise awareness and funds for The Yard
• Leading by example; sharing your energy, knowledge, ideas and insights to inspire confidence and drive forward the development of our income streams

About you:

This job is for you if you have:

• Proven experience working within a fundraising or equivalent role
• Had significant success in managing and growing income for community, events and/or individual sources to meet financial targets
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a positive can-do attitude and a friendly, approachable manner

If our ethos inspires you and you are eager to bring your knowledge and experience to a team that is deeply committed to our purpose, we would love to have you on board.

SFHA is the leading membership body and collective voice for housing associations and co-operatives in Scotland. We exist to represent, support and connect our members.

We have a great opportunity for the right person to join our small team. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to join us as Business Support Assistant, contributing to SFHA’s success by supporting all business functions. This is an exciting role for someone with enthusiasm, energy and a flexible approach to their work and is looking to gain a wide range of experience.

The successful candidate will be a team player with a “can do” attitude and the desire to learn to ensure our members receive the best possible service. You will be customer focussed, have excellent spoken and written communication skills, strong numeracy, and strong organisational, multi-tasking, administrative skills, along with a good knowledge of Microsoft Office. Experience in the social housing sector is not essential, but you should be able to demonstrate the ability to work effectively in an office environment.

We offer a pleasant working environment and good terms and conditions of employment, including (but not limited to) enhanced annual leave, Perkbox, cycle to work scheme and a flexible approach to the working week.

Our vision is to help shape a Scotland where people with our conditions can live their lives well. Full lives, with the right support, at the right time, and in the right place.

By joining Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland (CHSS) as an Advice Line Call Coordinator 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. The Advice Line service is a free and confidential helpline that supports people living with our conditions to ensure that no life is half lived.

The Advice Line Call Coordinator will develop a team of volunteers who will respond to incoming phone calls/e-mails/text messages and direct service users to the appropriate people/team within CHSS and be responsible for administration duties related to the Advice Line.

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with good communication skills, experience working in a health/social care setting and a basic understanding of medical terminology.

Experience of recruiting and line managing volunteers is desirable. CHSS employees enjoy a variety of organizational benefits including Company pension scheme, generous holiday allowance, company sick pay, employee welfare support and life assurance.

For an informal discussion please contact Laura Nelis, CHSS Advice Line Lead Coordinator on 07919 496636 or email: Laura.nelis@chss.org.uk 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.

The Community Programme Producer will work with the Programme Manager and Programme Team to develop a creative programme which opens up new and diverse perspectives on the histories and heritage of our site, working with communities who are currently underrepresented within our audience.

Thanks to funding from the NLHF, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to research best practice in heritage and visual art community programmes, work with the local community to develop pilot projects, and propose a community programme for the future using evaluation from the pilot projects.

We are looking for someone with experience of working with community groups, and an interest in creative learning, heritage and/or visual art.

The overall aim of this post is to provide support and advocacy to survivors who are engaged, or considering engaging, with the criminal justice system following an experience of sexual violence. This role includes supporting survivors to give statements to police and taking on the role of court supporter which can be any Sheriff and High Court within Scotland.

Salary: £29,011 (probationary salary for first year) rising to £31,231 (after 1 year and successful completion of probation period)

Funder: Victim Centred Approach Fund (VCAF)

Hours: 35 fixed term until 31st of March 2027 (potential for extension based on funding)

Location: Dundee & Angus- Travel across Scotland required

Annual Leave: 38 days + 5 public holidays per year, increasing to 42 days + 5 public holidays after 4 years of service.

Supportive & Inclusive Culture: Join a passionate, values-driven team working to create real change for survivors.

Full details available in the recruitment pack below.

Verture has been supporting communities and organisations to adapt to a changing climate for over 30 years. We are looking to appoint four new Trustees to join our engaged Board at an exciting time, as we launch our new strategy for 2026–2031.

We are interested in hearing from people who have knowledge, skills, and experience in:

• Income diversification and fundraising
• Social justice
• HR leadership and the development of learning and education programmes
• Finance / Treasurer experience
• Legal & Governance / Charity law

We are seeking Trustees who are strategic thinkers, collaborative, constructive, and able to act as charity ambassadors.

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We welcome applications from those seeking first-time board experience and are actively seeking to attract and support a diversity of backgrounds, experience, and thinking on our Board.