Safe Harbour - Gender Based Violence Services

Through funding from the Big Lottery Fairer Life Chances Programme, we have established a Gender Based Violence (GBV) Hub (Safe Harbour) located in Leith, Edinburgh. Domestic abuse support is based on risk assessment and is often a crisis intervention but alongside this, Sacro will provide wraparound, holistic support via counselling, wellbeing activities and peer support. Safe Harbour will be a safe, non-judgemental and welcoming place to meet and engage with peers and professionals. Support offered will not be time limited focusing on the ethos of the right support at the right time.

Safe Harbour brings three of our specialist GBV services:

Lunar - supporting women and trans people selling or exchanging sex.

Aditi - supporting women of colour who have experienced domestic abuse, Honour-Based Violence and Female Genital Mutilation.

FearFree - supporting heterosexual men and those from the LGBT+ communities including trans people.

Safe Harbour is an inclusive service offering dedicated time and space to those accessing any of our Edinburgh GBV services including three women only days.

We are looking for a specialist transgender worker, ideally with lived experience who can provide support to transgender people affected by Gender Based Violence (GBV), supporting those accessing the Hub. We know how difficult the landscape has become for transgender people in recent months and believe strongly that a safe space with knowledgeable and friendly support is essential in addressing some of the harm caused by an increasingly hostile environment.

The successful candidate will have knowledge and understanding of the unique challenges faced by transgender people and be able to offer meaningful support to them. This service will be an in-person service, operating from Leith, and within the community where appropriate.

The post holder must have a gendered understanding of domestic abuse and trauma informed practice, be an effective communicator as well as highly organised with effective casework management skills. We are a values led organisation looking for candidates whose values align with ours.

This is a brand new role and offers the successful candidate an exciting opportunity to bring their knowledge and experience and contribute significantly to the development and shaping of the post.

Membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) will be a requirement for this post.

Sacro values diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applicants from the trans community and those with lived experience.

If you would like an informal chat about the requirements of the post, please contact Sue Waddington by email swaddington@sacro.org.uk and leave a telephone number where you can be contacted.

The Digital Communications Officer is responsible for creating and delivering digital content with a focus on video production for Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance, helping to raise awareness of the charity’s purpose, impact and fundraising via the Marketing and Communications Strategy. The post holder will pro-actively generate engaging content for distribution across digital communication platforms, delivering compelling stories that showcase the impact of SCAA’s life-saving service.

This role will also provide support to the ongoing management and growth of digital communication channels, including social media, website and digital campaigns. Through effective digital content delivery, the role will support brand awareness, stakeholder engagement and fundraising objectives, helping the charity ensure no one in Scotland dies because help can’t get there in time.

CoEL is seeking a confident, friendly all-rounder who enjoys people and variety. You will be a resourceful and organised person ready to join a small administration team at Carers of East Lothian. You will help to support unpaid carers and professionals with accessing the information and support they need.

What you’ll be doing

• Answering our central telephone line, welcoming visitors and responding to enquiries.
• Listening, gathering key information, registering carers and processing referrals.
• Managing our shared inbox, maintaining accurate records in CharityLog and helping with appointments, events and day-to-day office administration.
• Working closely with our experienced Admin Officer to maintain the smooth running of our office.

What you’ll bring

• Excellent communication and listening skills, warmth, confidence and empathy.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and adapt when priorities change.
• A proactive, curious approach, happy to ask questions, find answers and solve problems.
• Good Microsoft 365 skills, especially Outlook, Word and Excel, plus enthusiasm for learning new systems.
• Comfortably in your ability to work autonomously, whilst being a strong team player.

You do not need previous experience working with carers. We provide training on our services, referral pathways and systems. You’ll focus on the administration role first, with routine finance duties introduced gradually after probation, with support.

Job Purpose: Join EWA in a role that makes a direct contribution to safeguarding women at the highest risk of serious harm or murder. You will coordinate and administer Edinburgh’s four Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARACs), which take place on a rolling four-week cycle, 13 times a year. This is a key role at the heart of the Edinburgh MARAC, helping meetings run smoothly and ensuring vital information is handled efficiently. We are looking for someone who enjoys working at pace, takes pride in accuracy and attention to detail, and can organise their workload confidently to meet important deadlines.

A satisfactory Disclosure Scotland Level 2 check is required for this position.

We are a specialist law centre championing and protecting children’s rights across Scotland. Our vision is for ‘all children growing up in Scotland to have their rights respected, protected and fulfilled.’ We provide free, specialist legal advice on child law and children’s rights, helping children, young people, carers, and families access justice when their rights have been breached.

We do this through our advice line and community clinic in Govanhill. We also deliver specialist training to organisations and schools, building knowledge and capacity to better uphold children’s rights. Through the evidence and insights gathered from our legal work, we advocate for long-term, systemic change to improve outcomes for children across Scotland.

The Centre established a Community Clinic in Govanhill, which has been operating since October 2025. The Clinic provides free legal advice and support to people who need us most, helping to remove barriers to accessing justice and extending our reach into the community. Our community advice work responds to the significant barriers many children and families continue to face in accessing legal support, particularly within Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, where a lack of access to legal aid can leave rights breaches unaddressed.

Through the Community Clinic, we also seek to become a trusted and valued part of the local community. By building strong relationships with schools, community organisations, statutory services and others involved in the care and support of children and young people, we aim to increase awareness of rights, improve access to advice, and ensure our work is informed by the experiences and needs of the communities we serve.

Purpose of the role

As a solicitor for the Scottish Child Law Centre, your primary role is to promote and further the rights of children and young people in Scotland, by giving legal advice to children and families at our Govanhill Community Clinic.

Please note this post is open to women only. This is a Genuine Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1.

SCLC require to recruit a solicitor for the Govanhill Community Clinic. The role is to provide legal information and advice face to face in our Govanhill clinic. The diversity of the local population and the variety of cultures in Govanhill includes some religions and cultures where women would not, or do not feel comfortable, attending a one-on-one meeting with a man. The main demographic of people who use our clinic are ethnic minority women. Engagement and feedback from community members and partner organisations highlighted the need and preference for women to provide solicitor services in the clinic.

Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 provides that in certain circumstances it is lawful for an employer to apply a requirement to have a particular protected characteristic where, having regard to the nature or context of the work; there is an occupational requirement, and the application of the requirement is a proportionate means of achieving a legitimate aim.

SCLC believe that, for reasons stated above, the requirement to have a solicitor who is a woman is a genuine occupational requirement. Being a woman is therefore essential to the post and there is a legitimate aim for applying the requirement to have a woman-only post. For the same reasons, and in particular the direct legal advice and services the post holder will perform, the requirement is proportionate.

Do you have excellent organisational skills and attention to detail? Do you want to use these skills to support an organisation that makes a difference to the lives of young women who’ve experienced sexual abuse, exploitation and other forms of sexual violence?

As the Office Administrator you will be supporting our front line staff to help our young women build an independent life and a positive future. You will contribute to our warm and welcoming office environment, which is so important to making them feel safe. You will also be taking referrals over the phone, so your empathy and understanding attitude will be key to this role.

SAY Women is a trauma-informed, feminist organisation with a strong and supportive team. We are looking for a dedicated individual who is willing to go the extra mile to ensure we deliver the best service we can.

The role will involve covering all aspects of office administration, including dealing with enquiries, maintaining office supplies and repairs, basic finance and HR administration, supplier contracts, database administration and reporting, arranging meetings and events, and office health and safety.

Please download the Job and Person Specification for more detail on the requirements of the role.

PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THIS ROLE IS OPEN TO WOMEN ONLY (EXEMPT UNDER SCHEDULE 9 OF THE EQUALITY ACT 2010).

SAY Women strives to be an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from individuals who are disadvantaged and under-represented in the labour market.

Benefits:

• A generous annual leave allowance as well as an additional two-week leave during our Christmas closure period.
• Excellent pension (on completion of probation period).
• A commitment to staff development including a budget for staff training.
• Employee Assistance Programme membership.
• Progressive feminist employment policies that promote equality, wellbeing, flexibility, and a healthy work-life balance.

Borders Community Action (BCA) is seeking a creative and proactive Communications & Impact Officer to strengthen engagement with the third sector across the Scottish Borders and raise awareness of the organisation’s work, services and impact.

This role will lead on communications activity across a range of channels, developing compelling content, managing digital platforms, promoting volunteering and community initiatives, and ensuring members and stakeholders remain informed, connected and engaged.

The postholder will work collaboratively with colleagues, members and partners to deliver BCA’s communications strategy, capture and showcase the impact of the third sector, and help amplify the voice of communities and organisations locally and nationally.

More info: borderscommunityaction.org.uk/careers

Fife Women’s Aid are looking for a Refuge Properties 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 role of FWA Refuge Properties Worker.. This will be at 6.30pm on Tuesday 27th October 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.

Help us achieve our vision that fewer people die by suicide.

Samaritans is entering an important period of change as we strengthen how we provide emotional support to people across Scotland and make sure our services can reach people when and where they need us most.

We’re looking for a Project Officer to help us coordinate and deliver this work across Scotland. Working closely with our Programme Manager, you’ll help turn plans into action. Your work will include supporting new local volunteering and outreach activity, working with volunteers and branches, coordinating training and engagement, and helping us build strong relationships with partners and communities. You’ll play an important role in keeping activity organised and moving forward. This will include coordinating meetings and actions, tracking progress, helping identify issues or risks, and making sure colleagues and volunteers have the information they need.

Building good relationships will be central to the role. You’ll work with volunteers, staff and external partners across Scotland and will be an important point of contact for branches and volunteers involved in the work. You’ll also help make sure people are kept informed as plans develop and changes are introduced.

This is a varied role for someone who is organised, enjoys working with people and is confident turning plans into practical action. You’ll need to be comfortable working across different pieces of work at the same time, building relationships and helping others stay connected to what is happening.

It’s an opportunity to contribute to an important period of development for Samaritans in Scotland and to help shape how we support people and communities in the future.

Contract terms:

• £32,000 - £34,000 per annum, plus benefits
• 24-month fixed term contract
• 35 hours per week (full-time)
• We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences
• Hybrid, linked to our Edinburgh (Scotland) office. The role will require frequent travel throughout Scotland.
• We value meeting in person and working collaboratively. We work in person around 1 day a week in Edinburgh.
• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• This role will require occasional evening and weekend working

What you'll be doing:

Support the development of detailed project plans

Coordinate and monitor the delivery of the project plan

Create and maintain up to date project documentation

Support the development and establishment of Community Teams in Scotland

Support testing and development of a clearer national model for outreach in Scotland

Coordinate activity across different workstreams

Organise and lead meetings, workshops and engagement sessions

Support with communications to relevant internal and external stakeholders

What you’ll bring:

Experience providing support to projects, ideally within a large-scale transformation programme

Experience of coordinating and leading meetings, workshops or engagement sessions

Strong organisational skills with the ability to effectively manage competing priorities

Great communication and relationship building skills

Ability to work collaboratively and sensitively with a wide range of stakeholders

Experience of working in a volunteer-led organisation is desirable

For full details, please see the Job Description and Person Specification

Why Samaritans?

At Samaritans, you’ll join a values-led organisation with a powerful mission. You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team where your voice matters, your expertise makes a difference, and your work helps save lives.

We offer flexible hybrid working, great benefits, and the chance to make a tangible difference in suicide prevention across the UK and Ireland. To find out more about Samaritans, please read our recruitment brochure.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the people we support and who support us. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and walks of life. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels seen, heard and supported, at all levels of the organisation.

Join Our Team

Would you like to be part of a dynamic Fundraising Team who work together to support the funding of services Strathcarron Hospice provides for local people at a time when they are needed most? Are you a can-do person who embraces learning and would like to be part of something special? This is a fabulous opportunity to work closely with supporters, encouraging them to reach their goals, whilst they raise money for our Hospice Services. These supporters are critical to us and we aim to give everyone a positive experience.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for someone looking for a Temporary post, giving you the opportunity to work alongside experienced Fundraising colleagues whilst developing your knowledge in the world of Events.

This exciting role is key to the Hospice fundraising team and you will work together with colleagues to support a varied programme of events throughout the year ranging from traditional in-person fundraising events to overseas, virtual and third party challenges, this role is full of interesting opportunities to develop as an Events professional. You will need to be an excellent communicator as a significant part of the role is to support members of the public taking part in 3rd Party Events on behalf of the Hospice all the way from Registration to post-event.

Duties will include:

• Support a programme of in-person and virtual events.
• Work alongside Fundraising Manager to manage Event logistics.
• Maintaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including third- party providers and suppliers.
• Ensure a high level of stewardship for event attendees/participants, supporters, sponsors and donors.
• Recording event and supporter data.
• A positive approach to overall fundraising.

About You

Applicants will need:

• Ability to support a varied and constantly evolving range of projects
• A real 'can-do’ attitude and eagerness to learn
• A commitment to the charity’s ethics, values, and team mentality
• Exceptional skills and experience in relationship building and communication.
• Familiar with Digital/Online Fundraising

The Event and Challenge Fundraising Assistant may very occasionally be required to work weekends to support Strathcarron Hospice Events

The post is subject to a Level 2 check by Disclosure Scotland.

All new employees will be subject to a minimum of 3 months’ probationary period, during which performance and suitability for the role will be assessed.

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including the LGBTQ+ community, and ensure fair treatment throughout our recruitment process. Our Equal Opportunities and EDI Policy is available on request.

Want to know more?

For informal enquiries please contact Claire Kennedy, Acting Fundraising Manager, on 01324 826222 or email claire.kennedy@nhs.scot