Support Choices is a small charity based in Perth & Kinross, Scotland. We exist to ensure that some of the most vulnerable people in our communities, older adults, disabled individuals, and unpaid carers have the care and support they need to live life on their own terms. We provide independent advice, advocacy, and practical help to people navigating the complexities of social care and Self-Directed Support (SDS).

The main responsibility of the Community Broker’s post is to provide independent support and advice about Self Directed Support (SDS) and social care to those who need it. To help people and carers make informed decisions and plans for their social care and to maximise their choice and control over those arrangements.

Further to these key elements, Community Broker will contribute to the ongoing development and implementation of projects within the organisation, as well as playing a proactive role in their own development.

Help shape the future of a community charity working to prevent suicide and improve mental health and wellbeing across Inverclyde. We are seeking trustees who can bring sound judgement, useful experience and a commitment to the people and communities we support.

About The Anchor

The Anchor SCIO, formerly Man On! Inverclyde, was founded in 2020. Our work is rooted in relationships, lived experience and accessible community support. We support children, young people, adults and families, creating opportunities for people to connect, build trust and find help.

Our direction is Hope Before Crisis: reaching people earlier, strengthening trusted relationships and building support around everyday life. Relational practice, a trauma-responsive approach and children’s rights inform how we work.

Why we are recruiting

We want a balanced and effective Board whose collective skills and perspectives complement those of our existing Office Bearers and Trustees, CEO and Senior Management Team. New trustees will help scrutinise decisions, strengthen oversight and guide the charity’s development and sustainability.

Skills and experience we are seeking

We particularly welcome experience in one or more of the following areas. You do not need expertise in all five.

1. Human resources and people management Employment practice, organisational culture, workforce development and people-related risk, helping ensure staff and volunteers are supported and treated fairly.
2. Digital and technology Effective use of digital systems, data and technology, with appropriate Board oversight of information governance, data protection and cyber risk.
3. Communications and marketing Strategic communications, organisational profile and stakeholder engagement, helping The Anchor communicate its work and impact clearly and responsibly.
4. Risk management and governance Scrutiny of strategic, operational, financial and reputational risks, including the controls, assurance and reporting needed to manage them.
5. Local knowledge and community connections Understanding of Inverclyde’s communities and connections with local partners, services and networks, bringing community perspectives into Board decisions.

A Board that reflects our communities

We welcome people of different genders, ages, professional backgrounds and life experiences. Lived experience and local knowledge are valued alongside professional expertise. Previous trustee experience is not essential. We are looking for people who will listen, contribute and learn.

The trustee role:

Trustees share responsibility for governance and strategic direction. The CEO and Senior Management Team lead day-to-day delivery. Every trustee contributes to the Board’s collective decisions and responsibilities.

What you will contribute

• Help set and review the charity’s strategy, priorities and longer-term sustainability, ensuring decisions reflect its charitable purposes and the needs of the people it supports.
• Review finances, budgets, performance and impact, ask constructive questions and help ensure resources are used responsibly.
• Scrutinise risk, safeguarding, employment practice, information governance and other areas of compliance, seeking appropriate evidence and assurance.
• Support and constructively challenge the CEO and Senior Management Team, respecting the boundaries between governance and operational management.
• Bring your perspective and skills to discussions, contribute to agreed Board activity and help strengthen relationships and the charity’s reputation.

What we ask of every trustee

You should share our commitment to suicide prevention, mental health and community wellbeing. You will need to listen respectfully, consider different perspectives, exercise independent judgement and be willing to ask questions, including when decisions are difficult.

Trustees must act in the charity’s interests, ensure it operates consistently with its purposes, and exercise care and diligence. You must declare and appropriately manage conflicts of interest, maintain confidentiality and work within the governing document and relevant legal requirements. Appointment is subject to eligibility checks and completion of the trustee declaration.

Time and practical commitment

• Location and status: Inverclyde. This is a voluntary, unpaid governance role. Any expenses will be handled in line with the charity’s policy.
• Meetings: Quarterly board meetings with a sub-committee group prior to each meeting. Trustees should prepare by reading papers and attend regularly.
• Between meetings: Allow time for induction, development and agreed Board tasks. Any additional responsibilities will be discussed before appointment. The appointment term will follow the governing document.

Induction and development

New trustees will receive an induction covering the charity’s work, governing document, finances, key policies and trustee responsibilities. Ongoing development and succession planning will support new and existing trustees to contribute effectively as the organisation evolves.

Positioned within the Delivery Directorate at Changeworks, the Retrofit Delivery team functions as a Managing Agent for Local Authorities and Housing Associations. We oversee a diverse portfolio of energy efficiency and decarbonisation projects throughout Scotland, specifically designed to mitigate fuel poverty and reduce environmental impact.

We are currently seeking a motivated Project Officer to lead on and support delivery of our domestic retrofit projects. The successful candidate will excel at stakeholder management, coordinating effectively between contractors and clients. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required, as this role serves as a central point for project delivery which will involve chairing progress meetings, managing contractors and direct engagement with a range of stakeholders including householders.

About us

Changeworks is a great place to work. We hold Investors in People Platinum accreditation (something only a few organisations in Scotland have), and our staff overwhelmingly would recommend us as an employer too.

The Climate Emergency has resulted in ambitious national targets to reduce carbon emissions from the built environment and reduce rates of fuel poverty. This has driven a significant increase in the number of pilot and large-scale interventions delivered by Changeworks and external organisations in this area. These include area-based domestic energy efficiency retrofit and decarbonisation projects and programmes.

We are a growing organisation, and this role is crucial to the delivery of our ambitious objectives. We want to decarbonise homes in Scotland on a massive scale, and that needs talented individuals like you to help us deliver on our objectives. You’ll receive full training plus coaching and mentoring.

We offer a wide range of staff benefits including flexible working, bike to work scheme, an excellent pension scheme and 26 days paid holiday plus 9 public holidays per year.

At Changeworks, we welcome and encourage applications from everyone.

Forth Valley Sensory Centre (FVSC) is a unique, award-winning Charity based in Camelon. We cover the whole of Forth Valley providing a varied programme of high-quality activities, groups, and services for people of all ages with Sensory Loss.

We are seeking a Volunteer Co-ordinator to be responsible for recruiting, training and supporting volunteers, arranging PVG checks and matching volunteers to opportunities that suit their interests and skills, e.g. volunteer driving, sighted guiding, activity assistant, etc. Many of our volunteering opportunities sit within our programme of groups and classes, which is delivered across Forth Valley and includes a choir, history group, arts and crafts group, book group, BSL classes, braille classes, a men’s group and many other sessions, all of which are tailored to the needs of participants.

The role also involves overseeing work-experience placements for students, providing updates to the Centre User Group, facilitating the volunteer onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring adherence to The Volunteer Charter, and conducting regular one-to-one sessions with all volunteers.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Maintain records of volunteer availability, hours, skills, training and PVG status.
• Liaise with colleagues to ensure that requests for volunteer input are met.
• Produce a Volunteer Service report for inclusion in quarterly Centre Updates.
• Produce a quarterly Volunteer Newsletter.
• Undertake activities to publicly and privately thank Volunteers and recognise their contributions.
• Use social media to support volunteer recruitment and promotion of The Centre and its Volunteer Service.
• Regularly review volunteer policies and handbook to ensure they comply with current statutory and operational requirements.
• Assist with other Centre events and activities as required

Hours:The post is for 21 hours per week, pro rata, with flexibility around how these hours are distributed across the working week to meet the needs of the Centre and our volunteers. Possible working patterns may include two full days and two half days, school-hour working, or rotational days across the week.

The Centre is open Monday to Thursday, 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m., and Friday, 9.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. The successful candidate will be expected to agree a working pattern that provides regular coverage throughout the week and meets the operational needs of the service. There is flexibility within the working pattern, subject to the needs of the Centre.

Person Specification:

• Excellent organisational skills
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work
• Ability to communicate with a variety of audiences
• Experience of providing training and inductions
• Confident in the use of all Microsoft products
• Confident social media user

BSL skills would be helpful. A willingness to learn BSL is required.

Hours:There is flexibility within the working pattern as long as it meets the needs of the service. Applicants are encouraged to outline their availability and preferred working pattern. The Centre opens 0900h-1700h Monday to Friday and 0900h-1630h on Fridays.

Are you passionate about working with people to bring lasting improvements to their lives? Are you empathetic, a good active listener and believe services and activities in local communities are fundamental to providing support?

If so, we believe CTSI has two new jobs that are perfect for your skills and approach.

The ‘adults’ post will work with people referred from mental health, alcohol and drug or housing services and seek to connect them to community resources, activities and services which improve their wellbeing and prevent social isolation and loneliness.

The ‘families’ post will similarly work with the new Clackmannanshire Family Support Collaborative and other children & family services to improve outcomes for families.

These rewarding roles offer an opportunity to apply your knowledge, experience and skills to make a real difference for local people and you will be able to see tangible results from your work and contribute to making Clackmannanshire a better place to live.

The post requires travel around Clackmannanshire and face to face meetings.

The Yard is an award-winning charity that runs adventure play services for children with disabilities and/or additional support needs and their families.

As a Playworker, you will plan and deliver a range of inclusive, social, recreational and adventure play activities at The Yard

About the role:

Is creating fun and friendship your superpower? Do you get a buzz from helping children and young people, creating laughter, mess and happy memories? If so, we think we have the ideal role for you.

As a Playworker, your daily routine will be shaped by the diverse needs of the people you support. You will help plan, deliver and develop recreational activities, engaging children in creative play, ensuring activities are appropriate for their ages, interests and abilities.

About you:

This job is for you if you have:

• Knowledge and experience of facilitating indoor and outdoor play opportunities and environments and leading recreational activities
• A demonstrable understanding of, and experience in, the value of play and working with children and young people with disabilities
• A proven ability to work in a flexible and creative manner, as an individual and as part of a team
• Knowledge and experience of facilitating young people’s social activities

If you would like to work in a supportive and understanding work environment, ensuring that families feel valued and part of an inclusive community, we would love to have you on board.

Benefits:

32 days holiday per annum (pro rata - including public holidays), training & development opportunities, life assurance, company pension, health care cash back plan, employee assistance programme, discounted gym memberships fees, free uniform.

LHM is a Glasgow-based charity supporting people affected by homelessness, poverty, social exclusion and a wide range of complex life circumstances. Founded in 1909, LHM has a long history of providing compassionate, high-quality support.

At the heart of our work is a welcoming and inclusive community where everyone is treated with dignity, respect and kindness. We are looking for a compassionate, confident and enthusiastic Client Support Worker to join our Day Centre team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about working alongside people, building meaningful relationships and helping clients access the support, experiences and opportunities that matter to them.

About the Role

As a Client Support Worker, you will be part of our frontline team, helping to create a safe, welcoming and supportive environment for everyone who comes through our doors. The role will include:

• Building positive and trusting relationships with clients.
• Providing practical and emotional support.
• Recognising individual needs and helping clients access appropriate services and specialist support.
• Supporting clients with issues relating to housing, health, wellbeing, benefits and other areas affecting their lives.
• Encouraging clients to participate, build confidence, develop skills and try new experiences.
• Responding appropriately to challenging situations while maintaining dignity, compassion and professional boundaries.
• Maintaining accurate and appropriate records.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, volunteers and external partners.
• Supporting clients to take part in activities and other opportunities where appropriate, particularly where these support client engagement, relationship-building, wellbeing and social connection.

This is a varied and rewarding role. No two days will be exactly the same, and the successful candidate will need to be approachable, adaptable and comfortable working within a busy Day Centre environment.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience of supporting people affected by homelessness, poverty and social exclusion, including people experiencing poor mental health and other complex challenges.
• Can communicate confidently and sensitively with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Understands safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Can remain calm and make sound decisions in challenging situations.
• Is compassionate and non-judgemental while also able to maintain clear and consistent boundaries.
• Enjoys working as part of a team and is willing to contribute across different areas of our work.
• Can work independently, use initiative and recognise when guidance or additional support is required.
• Holds a relevant social care qualification at SCQF Level 6 or above, or an equivalent qualification.
• The successful candidate will be required to undertake a satisfactory PVG Scheme check.

What We Offer

• A permanent, full-time position.
• A competitive salary of £28,000.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Employer pension contributions.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• The opportunity to help shape and develop an evolving frontline service.
• The chance to make a genuine difference within a trusted and welcoming community.

Why This Role Matters

This role is about much more than providing practical support. It is about seeing the whole person, recognising their strengths and creating opportunities for them to feel heard, respected, included and valued.

You will be joining a team committed to working collaboratively, sharing skills and providing consistent support. Your contribution will help us create more opportunities for clients, respond effectively to increasing demand and ensure that LHM remains a place where everyone has a place.

The Eric Liddell Community is looking for an experienced, creative and commercially minded Senior Marketing and Communications Officer to help grow our profile, reach, engagement and income.

We are a vibrant community hub and charity based in Morningside, Edinburgh. Inspired by the life and values of Eric Liddell, we bring people together to improve health and wellbeing and create a community where no one feels lonely or isolated. Our work includes specialist dementia care, support for unpaid carers, and a wide-ranging programme of community activities and events.

This newly created role offers an exciting opportunity to shape how we communicate our work, engage new audiences and make greater use of our Community Hub. You will manage our website, social media, email newsletters and search presence; develop press and PR opportunities; strengthen our brand; and support fundraising campaigns, events and supporter communications.

Working closely with colleagues, you will also help grow awareness, use and income across our Community Hub, including our café, charity shop, Eric Liddell exhibition and room, office and residential property rental.

About you

You will be an experienced marketing and communications professional who combines strategic thinking with confident, hands-on delivery. You will be able to develop campaigns from concept through to evaluation and create engaging, accessible content for a range of audiences and channels.

You will bring:

• Proven experience in marketing and communications, ideally within an SME, charity or venue-based organisation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience managing websites, social media and email marketing
• Experience developing campaigns and producing digital and print content
• A strong understanding of accessible, inclusive and audience-focused communications
• A commercially aware, curious and solutions-focused approach
• Excellent organisational and relationship-building skills
• Confidence using content management systems, CRM platforms, analytics and content-creation tools
• Experience creating visual content, including photography and short-form video
• Relevant marketing or communications qualification, or equivalent professional experience

Experience of venue marketing, room hire, PR, fundraising communications, brand development, or working with older people, people living with dementia or unpaid carers would be an advantage.

What we offer

• 30 days’ annual leave (pro rata) inclusive of public holidays
• A contributory pension scheme, with a 4% employee contribution matched by the employer
• Occupational sick pay
• Death in service cover
• 40% off food at Café Connect
• Access to Edinburgh Leisure classes, gyms and pools for £2 per session through the Community Access Programme
• A flexible time off in lieu approach

Are you caring, a team player and passionate about helping vulnerable people meet their housing needs?

Role

Bethany’s Housing Support Fife is a dynamic and growing service providing multiple types of housing support in Levenmouth, Glenrothes and North East Fife areas. Bethany Christian Trust is looking for a part-time male support worker to be part of our Short-Term Housing Support team.

Short-term housing support helps people keep their tenancy, giving practical support to help people manage their home and daily life. Support is person-centred, which means we tailor it to individual needs and goals. The successful post holder will work as part of a team delivering flexible and person-centred support to people in a wide variety of situations to meet their housing needs.

The successful candidate will work as part of a team delivering flexible, person-centred support to individuals in a variety of situations, helping them meet their housing-related needs and achieve positive outcomes.

You will have a proven record as a team player with excellent communication skills; you will have experience and knowledge of the service user group and their surrounding issues. You will be passionate about supporting people to achieve greater independence and you will be able to build positive relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds. We would welcome applicants with lived experience of these issues. Competence in the use of Microsoft office tools is essential. An SVQ 3 in Social Care, Promoting Independence or equivalent as listed by SSSC as appropriate for a ‘Housing Practitioner’ is desirable; the willingness to work towards this is essential.

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 and registration with the SSSC.

We are committed to helping our employees flourish personally and professionally. Below are a few examples of the ways we support our employees.

• Bethany provides 30 days of annual leave initially to all contracted staff, rising to a maximum of 40 days depending on length of service.
• Bethany provides enhanced payments for maternity, paternity, and adoption.
• Bethany operates a company pension scheme to which all staff are auto-enrolled, with option to opt out. We will match any staff member’s pension contribution up to a maximum of 5%.
• Bethany provides a death in service benefit scheme.

Be part of something bigger than housing. Use your skills, experience, and ideas to influence decisions, strengthen communities, and make a real difference to people’s lives at Paisley.

Bring Your Experience - Help Shape Our Future.

An opportunity to make a difference

At Paisley Housing Association, we believe homes are more than bricks and mortar. We provide safe, affordable homes while investing in communities, supporting tenants and helping people thrive. As we continue to deliver our vision for the future, we are looking for enthusiastic and committed people to join our voluntary Board of Management. You do not need previous Board experience. What matters most is that you share our values, bring an open mind and want to create positive change.

What you will gain

• Board-level governance and leadership experience
• Professional development, induction and training
• The chance to learn from experienced colleagues
• New connections and wider perspectives
• The satisfaction of giving something back

What you will help us do

• Shape our strategic direction and future priorities
• Keep tenants and communities at the heart of decisions
• Provide constructive challenge and sound judgement
• Support good governance and accountability
• Help create stronger homes, places and futures

Could this be you?

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are particularly keen to hear from people who can contribute knowledge or insight in areas such as:

• Finance
• Property & Development
• Risk & Governance
• People & Culture
• Digital & ICT
• Community Development
• Customer Experience
• Sustainability

What is involved?

The position is voluntary. Board Members take part in regular meetings, training and strategic planning sessions. You can join us in person or digitally and full induction and ongoing support will be provided.