Are you an experienced leader with a passion for improving outcomes for Scotland’s youngest children and their families? Early Years Scotland is seeking a dynamic and committed Service Manager to lead and grow our early intervention and prevention services, champion high quality practice, and contribute to sector wide professional learning.

Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will provide leadership to staff delivering community based early years and family support programmes, ensuring safe, trauma responsive and high quality practice. You will manage performance, risk and compliance, oversee budgets, and support strategic planning.

A key part of the role will include designing, delivering and quality assuring professional learning for EYS members, partners (including ELC settings) and internal teams. You will use digital platforms to create, host and evaluate engaging learning content aligned with national frameworks.

Early Years Scotland is a registered charity and Scotland’s leading national specialist organisation dedicated to supporting our youngest children, from pre-birth to age five. With over 50 years of experience as a Third Sector organisation, we take immense pride in our long-standing commitment to those who work for and on behalf of Scotland’s youngest children.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead, coach and develop staff teams, providing professional supervision and supporting a culture of reflective practice
• Design and deliver high-quality professional learning, facilitation and CPD to a range of audiences including practitioners, leaders and partner organisations
• Manage projects and services, ensuring risk, compliance and safe delivery for children and families
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of programmes using data and evidence
• Build and maintain effective relationships with partner agencies, local authorities and national and regulatory bodies
• Create and develop learning resources and content (digital and face-to-face)
• Contribute to strategic and operational planning and quality management
• Provide written reports and represent the organisation locally and nationally

What we are looking for:

• Proven experience of line managing, coaching and developing staff teams
• Experience managing projects and services, including risk and compliance
• Strong track record of working collaboratively with partner agencies
• Experience supporting families experiencing adversity, including trauma-informed approaches
• Experience monitoring and evaluating programme impact using data and evidence
• Up to date knowledge of ELC policy, legislation and frameworks (e.g. SSSC Codes, The Promise, Realising the Ambition, GIRFEC, National Standard for Funded Providers)
• Knowledge of child development and how children learn

What Early Years Scotland will offer:

• Competitive salary and generous annual leave
• Family-friendly policies that support work-life balance
• 5% employer pension contribution after 3 months
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing professional learning and development opportunities
• A supportive, collaborative team culture where your contribution is valued
• Hybrid working options following successful probation.

We are seeking a female Pupil Support Assistant (PSA) to support our daughter, an S1 pupil with Additional Support Needs (ASN), starting August 2026.

Our daughter will be attending Regius Christian School (Newcraighall) and requires dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day to assist with learning and navigating daily routines.

Hours & Pay:

• 3 days per week: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday (8:45am – 3:15pm)
• £16 per hour, pro rata (term-time only, 37 weeks per year)

Role Overview:

• Provide consistent, full-day 1:1 support in a school environment (minus break and lunch.)
• Assist with academic engagement and emotional regulation working collaboratively with Regius School Staff.
• Maintain open and regular communication with the class teacher regarding progress, challenges and any ongoing concerns.
• Help structure and manage the school day.
• Build a strong, trusting relationship with our daughter.
• A settling-in period will be essential to allow the PSA and pupil to get to know one another. Success in this role will depend greatly on the connection and relationship built.

Essential Requirements:

• Female applicant.
• A committed member of a Christian church, able to support and uphold the ethos of the school.
• Up-to-date PVG certification (specifically for Regius school.)
• Self-employed status, including responsibility for HMRC registration, National Insurance, and personal payroll arrangements.

Personal Qualities:

• Warm, patient, and enthusiastic.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Able to balance firmness with kindness.

Desirable:

• Experience and/or training in ASN support.
• Willingness to undertake further relevant training.

Additional Information:

• Ideally, the PSA will be able to provide transport to and from school (pupil based in North Edinburgh).
• Travel time will be paid.

About Aberlour Options Borders

Our service works with children and young people affected by complex learning and/or physical disabilities. Our Holiday Activity Club offers children the opportunity to take part in fun activities whilst enabling them to grow and learn. Summer Holiday Activity Clubs take place in Hawick, Earlston, Duns, and Peebles.

What we are looking for....

You will be passionate about meeting the needs of children and young people and will strive to ensure that a programme of fun-filled activities and outings is available. You will understand the need for, and your responsibility to contribute to, a safe and secure environment.

You will have enthusiasm and drive, but also be patient and have a good sense of humour. This type of work can be challenging ideally experience is desirable but it is not essential as training will be provided.

The work can be physically demanding and includes moving and handling and providing personal care for the children and young people, ensuring that they are kept comfortable.

To allow us to provide a consistent, quality service it is desirable that applicants commit to working between 20 and 35 hours per week throughout the 6 weeks of school summer holidays. Payment is made for the accrual of annual leave and this is explained further in the job pack. There is also the opportunity to be considered for our relief pool for future work in the service.

At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team.

Prior to commencing, it is mandatory to attend 3 training days, which will take place on 20th – 22nd June, where you will meet the rest of the team and learn about the service.

What we offer...

As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers.

About Aberlour Options Borders

Our service works with children and young people affected by complex learning and/or physical disabilities. Our Holiday Activity Club offers children the opportunity to take part in fun activities whilst enabling them to grow and learn. Summer Holiday Activity Clubs take place in Hawick, Earlston, Duns, and Peebles.

What we are looking for....

We are looking to recruit Senior Activity Support Workers to our Summer Activity Club programme.

As a Senior Activity Support Worker, you will work flexible hours to assist in developing and planning the fun-filled activities and outings, in keeping with the interests and abilities of the young people and ensuring its successful delivery by overseeing the work of the Activity Support Workers. You will play a key role in ensuring a safe environment for young people and staff by following care plans and support strategies, as well as observing and working in accordance with Aberlour Policies and Procedures. Previous experience in this area of work is essential.

You will be passionate about meeting the needs of children and young people and will strive to ensure that a programme of fun-filled activities and outings is available. You will understand the need for, and your responsibility to contribute to, a safe and secure environment.

The work can be physically demanding and includes moving and handling and providing personal care for the children and young people, ensuring that they are kept comfortable.

To allow us to provide a consistent, quality service it is desirable that applicants commit to working between 20 and 35 hours per week throughout the 6 weeks of school summer holidays. Payment is made for the accrual of annual leave and this is explained further in the job pack. There is also the opportunity to be considered for our relief pool for future work in the service.

At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team.

Prior to commencing, it is mandatory to attend 3 training days, which will take place on 20th – 22nd June, where you will meet the rest of the team and learn about the service.

What we offer...

As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers.

Carers of West Dunbartonshire is an innovative and value-based charity, which supports those over 18 years who look after a family member or friend due to illness, disability, frailty or addiction. The organisation is seeking to recruit the following:

Carer Support Worker- Dementia Lead

35 hours per week

Salary £30,776

Fixed term for 3 years

The successful candidate will be a key part of our existing, dynamic Carer Support Team and will be responsible for leading our new project which supports unpaid carers of those with a dementia. You will be a highly motivated individual who has experience in Community Care and a good understanding of the issues relating to dementia and supporting unpaid carers.

About Us

Faith in Community Dundee (FiCD) is a values-led organisation working to tackle poverty and inequality through partnership, listening, and belief in the power of communities. We work alongside faith groups, local networks, and people with lived experience to create real, lasting change.

The Role

To support and encourage local faith communities in developing community initiatives which offer a practical response to both the causes and the effects of poverty and hardship in Dundee and surrounds; enable faith leaders and faith communities to engage with statutory partners to ensure inclusive services; build links between faith leaders, faith communities and the wider community.

Key Responsibilities

• Enable local faith communities to develop specific ideas and activities which address locally identified needs and use approaches that best meets the needs of local people. This support will be through:
• facilitation and mentoring,
• identifying or delivering relevant training,
• connecting faith communities with key partners,
• providing guidance and support to faith communities on governance issues, organisational development, funding.
• Co-facilitate the Dundee Faith Forum, a quarterly meeting of Faith Leaders, and deliver on any associated actions, including facilitating short-term working groups.
• Develop opportunities to bring diverse faith communities together, building connections and relationships through shared actions/activities.
• Develop opportunities for diverse faith communities to engage in the wider fairness agenda within the city, with a particular focus on poverty and inequality.
• Support faith communities delivering community food provision, including connecting them with the Dundee Community Food Network.

Additional Information:

The Faith Forum is a newly formed (January 2024) forum of Faith Leaders from across the city. Through the Faith Covenant with Dundee City Council, the Faith Forum gives opportunities for Faith Leaders to engage with statutory services, representing their communities, and ensuring equality, inclusion and human rights is embedded in public services. The Forum meets quarterly, Dundee City Councils Equalities Officer attends each meeting, and the Forum members invite representatives from statutory bodies to attend and discuss key issues. Short-term working groups and actions develop from these quarterly meetings

More information about all strands of our work can be found on our website faithincommunitydundee.org

About You

We’re looking for someone with:

• Passion about social justice and tackling poverty, with a commitment to the aims and key values of Faith in Community Dundee.
• Demonstrable experience of community development, working with people from diverse backgrounds, and comfortable with leaders of faith communities.
• Ability to build positive relationships with faith communities and key stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills.

Inclusivity Statement

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience of poverty or from underrepresented communities. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work.

Notes

It is essential you have the right to work in the UK before applying to work with us. You will be asked to provide proof of your eligibility to work and remain in the UK if you are invited to attend for an interview.

The appointment of a successful candidate will be subject to the provision of a Disclosure Scotland Level 1 Disclosure

About Dollar Community Development Trust:

The Trust was formed in 2017 and is a volunteer-led charity aimed at making Dollar a better place, to live, work, study and visit. The Board of Trustees is supported by staff and a team of volunteers to deliver a broad range of activities to support the community within Dollar. At the core of the Trust is the Hive community centre which hosts many of the businesses, clubs and societies that provide services and events to support achieving the Trust’s ambitions. In addition, the Trust leads a number of activities as part of its Sustainable, Destination and Caring, Connected projects.

Job purpose

Reporting to the DCDT Chair, the Community Centre Support Officer will support delivery of the Trust’s ambitions, with specific emphasis on community-centric activities focused around the Hive and ensuring an effective online presence.

Main duties

• Act as the “face of the Trust” in the Hive facility
• Greeting existing and potential Hive users/customers
• Providing information on Trust activities, including events, Friends scheme, membership and volunteering opportunities
• Forwarding contact information to relevant Trustees/Trust volunteers/staff as required
• Provide Trust awareness and health & safety briefing to new Hive users
• Develop and ensure maintenance of the Trust’s social media presence, to include Facebook and website, as well as other social media platforms that are employed
• In a consultation with the Board, further develop the portfolio of Community-centric activities in the light of progress and expansion
• Highlight Hive use development opportunities
• Communicate development opportunities to Board
• Monitor the info@dollarcdt.com email and Trust telephone during working hours and ensure follow up with relevant Trustees or other parties as appropriate
• Maintain the Hive booking and occupation schedule on SharePoint, ensuring accuracy and visibility to all relevant stakeholders
• To include information to support billing and emergency contact
• Maintain usage statistics to support Hive Trust’s business operation
• Provide support to Hive operations
• Support monthly status report/meeting with the team responsible for management of the Hive, providing the Board with an overview of key matters relating to the operation of the Hive
• Open the Hive facility Monday to Friday and maintain a schedule of users/Trustees to lock the facility after use
• Carry out a daily inspection of the Hive facility, maintain a log of any security, maintenance and health and safety-related issues
• Monitor facility supplies and report potential shortages to ensure continuity of supply
• Report any safety-related issues immediately
• Manage the Trust’s post, logging incoming mail and ensuring that it is forwarded to the relevant addressee
• Additional tasks may be required and will be discussed with the DCDT Chair/ Board prior to implementation

Other points to note

• The role will be based in the Hive community centre, Park Place, Dollar
• Appropriate IT equipment will be provided
• Appropriate training will be provided where required
• The nature of the role means that remote working is only possible in exceptional circumstances and with prior permission from the Board and/or the leader of the Hive management team

About the person:

The candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills, attributes and competencies

• Creative, enthusiastic self-starter able to work with a high degree of independence
• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad cross section of people and organisations
• Proven organisational skills
• Pro-active and methodical, able to demonstrate an understanding of the importance of operating in accordance with relevant process and regulations
• Confident social media and IT user, willing to learn new skills in line with online presence development

Join Our People and Culture Team

We are looking for an experienced and proactive People Business Partner to join our People and Communications Team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on building strong relationships, influencing positive change, and delivering strategic people solutions that support organisational goals.

As a trusted partner to managers and senior leaders, you will play a key role in workforce planning, employee engagement, organisational development, and change management. You will help shape a high-performance culture where employees feel supported, valued, and empowered to succeed.

About the Role

As People Business Partner, you will:

• Build strong partnerships with managers and senior leaders across designated business areas
• Provide expert advice and support on employee relations matters including performance management, absence, grievance, disciplinary and capability cases
• Support workforce planning, succession planning, talent development and recruitment activity
• Use people data and insights to identify trends and inform business decisions
• Lead and support change management and organisational development initiatives
• Contribute to the development and implementation of people policies and ensure compliance with employment legislation and best practice
• Champion diversity, equity and inclusion across all people practices
• Promote employee wellbeing, engagement and a positive workplace culture

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Proven experience in a People Business Partner or senior HR advisory role
• A CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Experience of supporting managers with complex employee relations and absence management cases
• Experience of workforce planning, change management and policy development
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to use HR systems and people data to drive decision-making
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and influencing skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

It would also be beneficial if you have:

• Experience working within a regulated sector such as healthcare or social care
• Experience supporting talent management and succession planning initiatives
• A full clean driving licence and willingness to travel between locations when required

What We’re Looking For

The successful candidate will be:

• A trusted and credible advisor
• Passionate about delivering excellent people support
• Committed to diversity, equality and inclusion
• Honest, professional and approachable
• Flexible and solutions-focused
• Committed to continuous professional development

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to make a real impact within a values-led organisation. You will work alongside a supportive team, partner with leaders across the business, and play an important role in shaping the employee experience.

We offer:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development
• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• The chance to make a real impact in the community

Our employee benefits:

• Access to Health and Wellbeing resources such as, 24 hour GP service, physiotherapy, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and in-house Mental Health First Aiders
• Opportunity to participate in internal support networks such as employee engagement, wellbeing and digital forums
• Discounts at major online and High Street retailers

If you are looking for a role where you can influence change, support people to thrive, and contribute to organisational success, we would love to hear from you.

Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options.

Our core values are ‘Be open, be compassionate and be bold’ and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Coordinator who has the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs. With this role you’ll be working as part of the South East Recovery Hub team, based in Gilmerton. The team supports people with their or their loved ones’ drug and/or alcohol issues.

No two days are the same and we treat every person who comes into our service as an individual, so being flexible, curious and a good listener are key.

About the role:

• Supporting service users from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey
• Providing screening, assessment, and recovery planning and onward referral
• Reducing drug and alcohol related harm to service users and the wider community
• Promoting carer, service user and community involvement
• Providing advocacy for access to partnership services
• Working with service users to support social (re)integration, enabling them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives: promoting recovery, resilience, peer support and self-determination
• Research, design and prepare subject matter and materials for groups / pods.
• Deliver structured content within group settings to service users at various stages of recovery
• Engage with debriefing and evaluations with co-facilitators after groups/pods have taken place, reviewing progress and identifying concerns with service users
• Tailor specific workshops around the needs of the service users, such as: anger management, sleep disorders, relationships, etc

About you:

• Have a strong understanding of substance misuse issues and experience of working within a similar field
• Experience of working with groups/pods and managing group dynamics, such as conflict or challenging behaviour.
• Be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written with good IT skills
• Proactive and able to work on own initiative with excellent time management and prioritising skills
• Have a good working knowledge of mental health interventions, services, and good practice
• Be a supportive team player with strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in partnership with a wide range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders
• Ability to manage change successfully in a way that prioritises the needs of service users
• Understand the importance of information governance processes and commit to follow and apply all necessary safeguards
• Seek out learning opportunities to improve and broaden your professional knowledge and skills and to contribute and oversee the learning and development of others

What we will give to you:

• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Additionally, you'll receive one extra day of annual leave for each year of service during your first five years, therefore you will enjoy 30 days of leave after five years with us.
• Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week along with a ‘Wellness’ hub and Employee Assist Programme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Several benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc.
• A friendly and supportive team
• Training, career development & progression opportunities
• Generous Refer-a-Friend Scheme

Reporting to: General Manager

Rate of pay: £20.00 per hour

Based: The post will require a minimum of one day per week on site working at Remake Scotland, Unit 2, Muthill Road, Crieff with flexibility for remote working for the remainder of the week.

Holiday entitlement: 155 hours per year (inclusive of public/bank holiday entitlement)

Staff benefits: 20% discount in the Reuse Hub, free textile class entry for non-booked spaces, enhanced sick pay provision.

Remake is a registered charity and company limited by guarantee, founded in 2011. Our mission is to promote a circular economy and inspire environmentally sustainable living within our community. We believe sustainable living should be accessible to everyone and embedded in everyday habits and choices.

We work towards this mission through:

• Our Reuse Hub at the Crieff Visitor Centre; a treasure trove of second-hand goods, including tools, furniture, textiles, craft supplies, and more.
• Our Tool Library; supporting our community to share resources rather than buying new.
• A wide programme of community engagement activities, including our monthly repair hub, climate café, textile skill classes and outreach projects supporting the climate emergency response.

We are proud to work with around 60 volunteers annually, representing a broad range of backgrounds, ages, and abilities. Our approach prioritises intergenerational community building and skills sharing in a safe and inclusive environment.

At Remake, we are collaborative, people-centred, and proactive. We value kindness, creativity, and the drive to build a more sustainable and inclusive world. You’ll be joining a small, passionate team where your ideas and voice will be heard and valued.

OVERALL JOB PURPOSE

Remake are at an exciting point of growth planning and are seeking to undertake a compliance review across the organisation to ensure we are meeting best working practices ahead of potential expansion. This one-year post will support the implementation of inclusive, safe, and legally compliant practices across Remake and ensure that best practice policies and operating procedures are in place. Key focus areas will include health & safety, waste management, data protection, cyber security and Equality, Diversity & Inclusion.

As this is a one-year post, funded by The National Lottery Community Fund, the post will crucially focus on implementing robust systems to ensure that compliance standards can be maintained once the post concludes. This is crucial to managing organisational risk and supporting Remake to pursue our expansion strategy confident in our ability to meet compliance standards.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is values-driven, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating safe and inclusive community spaces. Due to the limited funding period, we are looking for someone who can bring strong working knowledge of relevant regulations and legislation and with experience in managing organisational compliance systems.

DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Compliance coordination:

• Review and evaluate compliance standards across the organisation with emphasis on health & safety, waste management, data protection, cyber security, EDI & safeguarding and identify improvement requirements.
• Work with team members to clearly communicate key improvement areas and the systems and processes required to meet these to ensure that compliance becomes embedded in team culture.
• Work with team members to improve compliance standards by developing processes and procedures to ensure that accurate and appropriate administration systems and record keeping are in place.
• Collaborate with the General Manager and Board of Trustees to review and update internal policies, procedures, and risk assessments to meet best practice.
• Support the development and coordination of a staff and volunteer training schedule to meet legal obligations, insurance requirements, and strategic goals and support with in-house training delivery where appropriate.
• Explore digital management systems to enable compliance standards to be maintained and to support early identification of relevant legislative changes.
• Work alongside the General Manager & Finance Coordinator to support with the development of an appropriate budget for the organisation’s compliance and training needs in alignment with financial planning processes.
• Support with grant funding requirements by tracking grant spending across the year and monitor and evaluate budgetary performance in line with financial review processes.
• Support with grant funding requirements through monitoring and evaluation of the project outcomes and their impact in supporting the strategic aims and KPI’s of the organisation.

Other Ad Hoc Duties:

• Provide courteous and helpful responses to the public via in-person, phone, online, and social media interactions.
• Represent Remake positively when working with any local partners, volunteers, and community groups.
• Occasionally support events or training sessions during evenings or weekends where required.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required to support Remake’s organisational objectives.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Skills:

• Familiarity with relevant legislation informing compliance best practice
• Experience in managing compliance systems within an organisation
• Experience of developing policies, procedures, and risk assessments
• Experience of project management and developing services & strategies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills & teamwork abilities
• Ability to manage a varied workload and work to deadlines
• Proficiency with Office 365 and digital systems

Desirable Skills:

• A commitment to Remake’s charitable aims and ethos
• Experience of working with volunteers or diverse community groups
• Experience of working with young people
• Experience within the Third Sector or community support settings
• Experience in training delivery
• Experience in project evaluation
• Given the rural setting of our work, a full, clean driving license would be helpful but is not a prerequisite for the role

We understand that not all candidates will bring all of these skills. If you bring relevant experience within the compliance landscape, then we would encourage you to apply.