Want to help tackle inequality and expand access to justice in Scotland?
LSA is seeking new Trustees to join our Board of Directors. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of our new 2025–2028 Strategy and help shape the future of one of Scotland's leading law centres.
For more than 35 years, LSA has provided legal advice and representation to people facing poverty, disadvantage and discrimination. We also play a significant role in legal education, research and training, helping to advance social justice across Scotland.
We are particularly interested in hearing from people with experience in:
Whether you are an experienced professional, community leader, or someone with lived experience who wants to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Previous Board or Trustee experience is not essential. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will provide induction, support and training. LSA is committed to building a diverse and inclusive Board that reflects the communities we serve.
We would also be pleased to hear from applicants who might, over time, wish to contribute to Board leadership roles — including Treasurer or Chair — as part of our ongoing succession planning.
The role is voluntary and unpaid, with reasonable expenses reimbursed. The Board meets approximately six times a year, with opportunities to participate in Sub-Committees and support LSA's strategic development.
Further information about LSA and the role of Trustee can be found in our Recruitment Pack below. Our Chief Executive, Aaliya Seyal, would be delighted to speak with prospective applicants before they submit an application and answer any questions about LSA, the Board and the Trustee role.
Social Work Scotland is the professional body for social work managers and leaders. We are a membership body and exist to promote and support the development of the social work profession, and to inform, influence and improve public policy and social services.
We are excited to be recruiting to our Protecting Children Policy and Practice Advisor Post. With funding provided by Scottish Government, this post plays a key role in supporting statutory social work to develop and strengthen national policy and practice in relation to child protection and the protection of children and young people. This includes contributing to implementation and continuous improvement activity associated with the National Guidance for Child Protection in Scotland, Keeping the Promise, UNCRC incorporation, Bairns’ Hoose, Joint Investigative Interviewing and other key national reform programmes.
This post facilitates links between professional leadership, the Scottish Government and Child Protection Committees Scotland. It supports Social Work Scotland’s contribution to the national protection agenda, including Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation, the Interagency Referral Discussions project, Joint Investigative Interviewing reform, Bairns’ Hoose implementation and the Age of Criminal Responsibility work plans. The post also contributes to wider national developments relating to child protection practice, children’s rights, and implementation of key policy and reform programmes including the National Guidance for Child Protection in Scotland and Keeping The Promise.
Working in partnership with local social work Child Protection leads, the Scottish Government Child Protection Social Work Professional Advisor and colleagues in COSLA, the National Social Work Agency and CELCIS, the post provides both capacity and leadership at the national level. Reporting to our Children and Families Policy and Practice Lead, with direction from our Chief Social Work Officer Group, Children and Families Standing Committee, and Child Protection Sub-Group, the post holder has the opportunity to make a unique contribution around the value of social work in the provision of holistic support for children and families. The postholder will work collaboratively across Social Work Scotland's wider policy, practice, and improvement activity, including alongside colleagues supporting Joint Investigative Interviewing, Interagency Referral Discussions and other national programmes.
At the core of Social Work Scotland is a commitment to assisting the profession to be the best it can be for the individuals, families and communities who need social work or social care support; the Protecting Children Policy and Practice Advisor role assists us to deliver on that commitment.
Applicants should have experience of policy development and implementation and be confident operating at a national level.
We are looking for an individual who can work independently yet as an integral part of the team, bring a collaborative approach to work with partners, and with an ability to identify issues, articulate workable solutions, and build consensus; all with a view to social work values and principles.
The post holder will be a qualified and registered social worker with significant experience in children and families’ social work.
Join Young Scot
Young Scot is the national youth information and citizenship charity for young people aged 11– 26 in Scotland. We are a constant in the lives of young people. Delivering direct services for over 40 years, we are woven into the very fabric of growing up in Scotland.
Within our strategic vision, our focus is to continue to build an organization with a growth mindset that is financially sustainable, adaptable to change and has a strong team and infrastructure to deliver consistently excellent work for young people. To find out more about who we are and what we do, visit youngscot.net
Chair of Young Scot
We are seeking an exceptional and dynamic leader, who is forward-looking and shares our commitment to improving outcomes for young people. We welcome applications from people with a diverse range of backgrounds, industries and experiences.
The Chair will be appointed for an initial term of three years, with the possibility of re-appointment in line with Young Scot’s governing documents.
Would you love to support community organisations to become stronger and more sustainable? Do you have experience of working with communities, able to provide information and encouragement?
Working as part of the member support team, this role will provide advice and support to our members (primarily in the North-East of Scotland) build relationships and contribute to the growth of the development trust movement.
This role will involve hybrid working from home and office, with travel throughout the country.
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.
Relief work is an excellent stepping-stone into a career in social care; we will provide you with the relevant training and support, so no previous experience is necessary.
If successful, you will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 3 months of your start date.
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.
About the Role:
As a Relief Worker, you’ll work as part of a team in providing safe, secure, supported accommodation for the people who use our services. You’ll do this by providing the highest possible quality of housing management service to our supported people to ensure they are able to sustain their tenancy.
Our services throughout North & South Lanarkshire are looking for Relief Workers to cover a variety of shift patterns on weekdays and weekends. We provide support, advice and assistance to individuals regarding practical skills, physical health and wellbeing and emotional support. We also provide opportunities to explore personal interests, occupation of time and positive social networks.
Main Responsibilities:
The Relief Worker will:
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About You:
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.
If successful, you will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 3 months of your start date. After registration, there is a requirement to be qualified and to maintain professional learning, which we will support you to achieve.
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.
And many more!
About the Role:
As a Support Worker, you’ll work as part of a team in providing safe, secure, supported accommodation for the people who use our services. You’ll do this by providing practical and emotional support and encouraging them to achieve their own personal outcomes in all aspects of their daily lives.
Main Responsibilities:
This Support Worker role working at East Kilbride involves working on a rota covering nightshifts that includes some weekend work. This role is working 33.25 hours per week following a 8 week rolling rota.
The Support Worker will:
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About You:
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.
Camphill School Aberdeen is seeking a Head of Estates and Developments to lead the stewardship, sustainability and future development of our unique estate.
Supporting more than 100 children and young people with learning disabilities and complex additional support needs, our estate spans three campuses and includes residential homes, educational buildings, workshops, community spaces, land, infrastructure and transport assets. The environments we provide are central to the quality of life, learning and care experienced by the young people we support.
Reporting to the Chief Executive and working as part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide strategic oversight of estate management, compliance, maintenance planning, capital development, sustainability and infrastructure. You will lead long-term planning and investment while ensuring our buildings, land and facilities remain safe, compliant and fit for purpose.
This is an opportunity to make a lasting contribution to an organisation with over 80 years of history and ambitious plans for the future, including continued investment in facilities and estate development.
We are looking for a senior estates, facilities, infrastructure or asset management professional with experience of complex environments, strong leadership skills and the ability to balance practical delivery with long-term strategic thinking.
If you are motivated by purpose, stewardship and the opportunity to shape environments that help children and young people thrive, we would love to hear from you.
Prison Fellowship Scotland is a Christian charity working with the men and women in Scotland's prisons. Through our partnership with the Scottish Prison Service, we support chaplains by running programmes that allow people in prison to explore and respond to the Christian faith and to take responsibility for the harm they have caused. We also support the families of those in prison.
Purpose of the role
To lead the delivery and development of the Sycamore Tree Programme across Scotland and contribute to the growth of restorative justice practice within the criminal justice system, working in partnership with prisons, volunteers, and external organisations. Additionally, role will also promote the work of Prison Fellowship Scotland within churches and contribute to wider awareness and understanding of justice issues. Beyond this part of the role will be to work well as part of the wider PFS team as we actively look at new ways of growing the work of the organisation.
A Unique Heritage Destination
The MacDougall of Dunollie Preservation Trust (DPT) is seeking an experienced and inspiring Site & Heritage Manager to lead Dunollie Museum, Castle & Grounds, one of Scotland's most significant heritage sites.
This is an exciting opportunity for a heritage professional with strong management, fundraising and business skills to lead our heritage site and museum during a pivotal period of transformation. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will balance heritage conservation with income generation, visitor engagement and long-term sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee all on site operations for the Trust, including funded projects, events, commercial activities and the heritage offer.
• Develop and enhance Dunollie's visitor experience.
• Lead and motivate a multidisciplinary staff team.
• Assist and monitor in grant funding and identify new income opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, donors, partners and stakeholders.
• Monitor budgets and financial results, analyse financial performance and report against organisational objectives.
• Ensure the preservation of the site's historic assets, collections and museum standards.
About You
We are looking for someone with:
• Significant experience in a management role within the heritage, museum, cultural or visitor attraction sector.
• A strong understanding of heritage conservation, museums and visitor engagement.
• Proven involvement in fundraising and grant management experience, including developing funding applications and reporting to funders.
• Excellent people skills, with the ability to inspire teams and build productive relationships with trustees, funders, partners and communities.
• Competent analytical and financial skills, including budgeting, performance monitoring and strategic planning.
• Experience of managing projects, delivering against targets and supporting organisational sustainability.
• A passion for heritage and a commitment to sharing cultural history with diverse audiences.
Why Join Us?
Dunollie Museum, Castle & Grounds occupies a unique place in Scotland's heritage landscape. This is a rare opportunity to lead a historic site with ambitious plans, helping to preserve its legacy while ensuring it remains vibrant, resilient and accessible for generations to come. The DPT is in an exciting transition stage with plans being made to transform and develop new buildings, enhance the heritage, visitor and learning offer, laying the foundations of a new era. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting contribution to the future direction of the DPT while ensuring the continued success of our day today operations.
The purpose of this post is to deliver Wise Women’s volunteering opportunities, courses and groups to women in the Glasgow area, to develop learning opportunities within the organisation and to link women to external training and learning organisations. This post is office based.
You will be skilled in groupwork and will have experience of working with women who have experienced violence and abuse.
Wise Women is not a crisis service, but you will be required to have an understanding of survivors needs in a groupwork environment.
The nature of our work requires a commitment to the feminist analysis of male violence against women. Wise Women is a single sex service provider under the Equality Act 2010.