About WSDCS

At WSDCS, we ensure that deaf children have a voice and the support they need to thrive.

We work in partnership with deaf children, young people and their families, empowering them to ask for what they need, understand their rights and know that their voice matters.

We believe in the power of community. Deaf children belong not only to the deaf community but to many other communities — at school, in hobbies, in friendship groups and across all areas of life. We are committed to strengthening and connecting these communities, helping society become more confident and equipped to include, value and support deaf children so they can participate fully without barriers.

Role Purpose

We are seeking a trustee with expertise in fundraising, partnerships and income generation to help WSDCS grow its impact and secure resources for vital services.

You will work with the board and staff team to:

· Develop and guide WSDCS’ fundraising strategy

· Support the organisation in building partnerships and donor relationships

· Advise on campaign planning, grant applications and income diversification

· Help maximise opportunities for community engagement and fundraising events

Who Would Thrive on Our Board

You don’t need prior trustee experience, but you should bring:

· Experience in fundraising, development, partnerships, or income generation

· A passion for making a difference for deaf children and young people

· Ability to attend occasional in-person meetings in Glasgow city centre

We are looking for someone who can think strategically and creatively about income generation and help embed a culture of sustainable fundraising across the organisation.

What You’ll Bring

· Connection to/understanding of deafness or the deaf community

· Fundraising strategy, partnerships, and income generation

Why Join Us

As a WSDCS trustee, you will:

· Help shape strategic fundraising initiatives to support deaf children and families

· Influence the future sustainability of an impactful, community-focused charity

· Work alongside a passionate and experienced board and staff team committed to inclusion and accessibility

West Scotland Deaf Children’s Society (WSDCS) is a small, values-driven charity making a big impact. We support deaf children, young people and their families across the West of Scotland through clubs, events, family support and community connection.

Our vision is for a Scotland where all deaf children can thrive. Our mission is simple: Ensuring deaf children have a voice and the support they need to thrive.

About the Role

This is a key position within WSDCS, responsible for delivering high quality finance and administrative support. You will:

• Set budgets and maintain accurate financial records & reporting systems

• Work closely with the Team Lead and Board of Trustees

• Support the wider programme of activities for families

• Ensure compliance with statutory, organisational and audit requirements

• Contribute to the effective running of a small, friendly and committed team

About You

This role would suit someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in strong systems and is confident working both independently and collaboratively. We are looking for an energetic, organised and proactive professional who brings:

• Finance expertise and strong administrative capability

• Excellent communication, ICT and organisational skills

• Confidence using digital tools – experience with Xero, Excel and CRM systems is an advantage

• An HND level qualification in Finance, Administration or equivalent experience

• An interest in fundraising, bids or grant management (beneficial but not essential)

• A team focused attitude and willingness to support occasional group activities and events

Most importantly, you will be someone who cares about making a difference and wants to contribute to a charity that puts children and families at the heart of everything it does.

Why Join WSDCS?

• Work for a charity with a strong reputation and a clear, child centred mission

• Be part of a small, supportive team where your contribution genuinely matters

• Enjoy a varied role with autonomy, flexibility and meaningful impact

• Help shape the future of a growing organisation supporting deaf children and young people

WSDCS is an affiliated charity of the National Deaf Children’s Society, ensuring consistent, high quality support and practice.

We have a temporary opportunity within our Health and Safety Team for an Interim Building and Facilities Manager for a 6 month period.

Enable is a dynamic and vibrant organisation dedicated to improving the lives of people with learning disabilities and other support requirements. In this role you will lead the operational delivery of Building and Facilities Management services across a Scotland wide estate. The purpose of the role is to deliver consistency and local responsiveness, ensuring that diverse care environments are supported by clear standards, strong governance and high-quality service delivery.

The focus of the interim period will be on stabilising and modernising buildings and facilities management operations, reviewing and strengthening service delivery models, and developing a clear roadmap for a future operating model capable of supporting a complex estate and new partnership arrangements.

You will have significant experience in estates or facilities management within a large, complex organisation and in-depth knowledge of health and safety legislation, statutory compliance and estate operations.

This role is predominantly based at our Head Office in Eurocentral however travel to other sites will be required therefore a Driving Licence is essential.

About You

• Significant experience in estates or facilities management within a large, complex organisation.
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety legislation, statutory compliance and estate operations.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, including experience managing budgets and complex supplier and contract arrangements.
• The ability to manage and develop a support team within a large, complex organisation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, acting with credibility and confidence when working with external partners.
• A clear commitment to service excellence, sustainability and enabling quality service delivery.

About Us

At Enable we believe in developing all our staff and we provide an extensive learning programme together with in-house career development opportunities.

We also have an excellent range of staff benefits on offer including but not limited to:

• Health cash plans providing a wide range of health benefits to help people cover the cost of their everyday health care.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Season Ticket Loans*
• Blue Light Card
• Where required, Enable will fully fund SVQ Health and Social Care qualifications – required for SSSC registration

Starting a career with Enable is the first step towards making a real difference in our award-winning charity’s mission to help create an equal society for every person who has a learning disability.

Enable is an equal opportunities employer and our recruitment, selection and assessment process is based entirely on values, skills and competencies required of the specific roles.

The cost of PVG is paid upfront by the organisation and deducted from your wage if successfully appointed.

*Terms and Conditions Apply

About Aberlour Options Lothian

Aberlour Options Lothian offers a range of short break services to children and young people with complex needs. We offer a safe, homely environment for a child to come and stay for a short break that gives their families a rest from their caring role. During that break, children enjoy a range of fun activities and experiences with our staff. Our service is very much a ‘home from home’ for the children who stay with us. We are within easy commuting distance of Edinburgh, Midlothian and East Lothian with access via the numbers 26, 111 and 124 bus routes.

The difference we make to families:

“It’s not easy to accept that sometimes you need help. We had reached rock bottom but Aberlour Options Lothian was that lifesaving buoyancy aid.

It wasn't easy accepting leaving my son there especially in the early days when it was new to everyone. It is a safe and welcoming place and a second home in many respects now. Somewhere he is safe, cared for and has loads of fun with the carers and other children.

It’s not just about respite; we have received help with managing behaviour, preparing for hospital visits and operations. Help and advice when there seemed to be no one else listening or who understands. It’s hard to look back to where we were but no we wouldn't be here today without their help and support.

To sum it up: Saved our lives. Peace of mind. Finally a rest.”

What we are looking for....

As part of a small team, you will ensure that the highest level of physical and emotional care is provided to the children and young people. Experience in this type of work is preferred however we will consider all applications. Our service is open Thursday afternoons to Monday mornings. We are looking for someone to work weekends which may including sleepover shifts, 12hr shifts or shorter shifts and who is flexible to attend training and team meetings when needed.

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. At Aberlour we have strong values - Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Challenging - which influence our everyday work. If you choose to apply for this role please tell us about your values in your supporting statement. To have a look at our values to understand more about what we are looking for from our employees click here.

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. Please click here to have a look at our Employee Benefits.

Citizens Advice Scotland (CAS) are Scotland’s leading advice charity. They support a network of Citizens Advice Bureaux, all operating as independent charities, to deliver frontline advice services in almost 300 locations.

The charity is driven by the strong belief that every person in Scotland should have access to free, impartial and confidential advice to help them make well-informed decisions. CAS looks at the problems we can all face at times and campaign for change where it is needed most. Their support and advice is available to all and is of particularly benefit to some of the most vulnerable people in our communities.

The Chair of the Board will lead a team of trustees dedicated to making a positive difference to the lives of people across Scotland. Crucial to ensuring the organisation fulfils its purpose by providing strategic leadership, the Chair leads the Board in offering support and constructive challenge to the Executive team, enabling CAS to successfully achieve its ambitions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing leadership to the Board ensuring trustees fulfill their governance responsibilities.

• Inspiring and supporting the CEO and Executive team to deliver on strategic priorities.

• Fostering excellent relationships with members, Scotland’s network of 58 Citizens Advice Bureaux, at a governance level.

• Working closely with the CEO and Executive team to ensure that this network remains at all times well-positioned and forward looking in a challenging political and economic environment.

• Fulfilling a highly visible ambassadorial role for CAS, helping to further develop its profile and representation with government, other organisations and multiple stakeholders.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly experienced leader with a background in public, corporate and/or the charity sector, to drive impact at scale. Providing stewardship in the implementation of the CAS Strategy 2025- 2030 will make a real difference to so many peoples lives.

The Chair will gain unique insight into the social and economic issues in society and play an extremely fulfilling role in addressing these. A structured training programme will be provided to support development and enable the CAS Chair to excel in this role.

This is a voluntary, non-remunerated position and will require a time commitment of approximately two to four days per month.