Changeworks, a leading social enterprise and charity in Scotland, is looking for a talented individual to join as Head of People. This new role is a great opportunity to lead the Human Resources (HR) and Business Support teams to support delivery against Changeworks’ aim, which is to decarbonise Scotland’s homes and drive a just transition to net zero. This post will be a member of the Leadership Group and will contribute to the strategic development of the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to join a values-led organisation dedicated to equity, diversity and inclusion, and to supporting and developing colleagues to help achieve Changeworks’ mission to tackle the climate emergency.
Please note, this role is expected to attract a large number of applications and may close early.
As Head of People, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of an established and experienced HR Team, the main focus of your role. You will lead the HR team in providing proactive support across the organisation and within the Changeworks group. You will manage and oversee a range of HR functions and activities including employee relations cases, disciplinaries and performance management issues. Responsibilities will also include leading and managing the Changeworks payroll in partnership with the Finance Team.
The Head of People also oversees the Business Support team, which is managed by the Business Support Manager.
About you
This role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR manager looking to move to the next level in their career or a Head of HR looking for a new challenge. You will have a passion for human resources and have a CIPD qualification with strong leadership experience. Great communication skills and being used to dealing with sensitive and confidential information are essential.
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 we were nominated for employer of the year by the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce this year. 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
This is an exciting opportunity to join the team at Shetland Rape Crisis (SRC), based in The Compass Centre in Lerwick. As our most senior employee, the Managing Director provides strategic leadership and direct day-to-day service management for the organisation in order to achieve our Mission & Vision.
You will inspire a culture of trust, progress and justice through a strong intersectional feminist ethos and approach, driving change and development, and promoting empowerment, courage, equity, diversity and collaboration at all levels. You will ensure that The Compass Centre continues to meet its strategic priorities and outcomes via the safe, sustainable, and impactful delivery of our charitable activities and services for Shetlanders affected by sexual violence.
You will be supported to grow in your own practice and values-base, and robust training and induction will be provided to ensure you are able to carry out the full responsibilities of the role.
Reporting to:Board of Trustees
Member of: Senior Management Team (SMT)
Managing Director
Finance & Office Manager
Support & Development Manager
Line-managing: Finance & Office Manager
Support & Development Manager
Restrictions: Only women need apply under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
We encourage applications from those with lived experience, but we cannot consider applications from current service users or ex-service users who are less than 1 year since leaving service.
Contracted to: The post is funded until 31 March 2026 by The Scottish Government’s
Delivering Equally Safe Fund. Contracts are re-issued annually upon confirmation of funding. The post holder will be responsible, alongside senior management and the Board, to ensure continued funding thereafter.
GCA deliver services over 6 days per week and throughout Glasgow, East Dunbartonshire and East Renfrewshire
The role of Head of Diploma and Training is to be responsible for the development, co-ordination and management of COSCA counselling training and the delivery of the Diploma in Integrative Counselling.
GCA offer a number of COSCA validated trainings each year. These include the very successful COSCA Counselling Skills courses, with two options of study including in person and online. COSCA Counselling skills course is a requirement for many courses offering advanced studies towards qualifying as a counselling professional. In addition, we offer a Certificate in Counselling Supervision, and the course Further Steps in Counselling and Group Counselling Skills as well as COSCA SACC Behaviour Change Course.
The Diploma in Integrative Counselling is a part time 2-year course validated by COSCA. It is delivered in the evening and during the weekend in person in the GCA offices. The course is 400 hours of taught study with additional requirements for students of 40 hours personal therapy to be undertaken and a 100-hour clinical placement with supervision at a ratio of 1:6.
The Diploma has four cohorts of students (two First Year and two Second Year) and approximately 90 students with the majority attending classes and the rest completing clinical placement. Many of our students are supported to undertake their clinical placement at GCA. In addition to undertaking the Diploma, students are offered the opportunity to undertake a period of further study to complete a certificate in Counselling People Towards Behaviour Change. Many of our Graduate students go on to work in the counselling professions and we are pleased that several former students have found roles within GCA.
The Head of Diploma and Training will support the CEO and Senior Management Team with strategic and commercial strategy to help GCA be sustainable and grow, prioritising achieving our mission and goals. This will be undertaken in conjunction with other GCA Senior Management Team duties.
In return for choosing to work for GCA, the benefits you will receive are:
Organisation Profile:
Glasgow Council on Alcohol (GCA) aims to reduce alcohol and drug related harm, and risk of harm, at an individual and community wide level, through a long-term, asset-based approach to changing the culture of alcohol and drug use. It does this by delivering a range of interventions and services such as alcohol counselling, alcohol brief interventions (ABIs), employability support and groupwork as well as delivering a comprehensive training portfolio, including Addiction Awareness, COSCA Counselling Skills and a Diploma in Integrative Counselling.
GCA has been delivering specialised trauma informed alcohol counselling since 1965 to support those drinking at harmful and hazardous levels and who wish to make a positive change. The counselling approach is integrative and aims to address the presenting alcohol problem but also work with the inevitable accompanying life problems related to it. In our experience around 65% of individuals who access GCA will not have engaged with statutory services or recovery communities. GCA services have expanded to include a range of holistic services to support individuals in recovery from drugs and/or alcohol. Services we provide include; counselling, wellbeing support, a women’s only service for survivors of gender-based violence, and an LGBT health and wellbeing service. Currently GCA delivers services in Glasgow, East Dunbartonshire and East Renfrewshire.
We are looking for a customer focused Director of Asset Management to help deliver our vision as a successful, thriving and sustainable association providing excellent homes and services to our tenants and making a positive difference in our communities.
Linstone Housing Association own and manage just under 1,600 homes and provide factoring and estate management services to over 2,000 owners in Renfrewshire. Our homes are mainly family housing and we have 3 sheltered housing schemes.
The Director of Asset Management is responsible for the strategic planning and investment in our homes and contributing to the sustainability of Linstone. With strong leadership skills, you will lead and manage the teams, and provide support across the Association, as well as to the Board. You will lead on the asset management strategy, shaping the future of investment in our homes and communities, ensuring regulatory compliance and high quality operational delivery. As a member of the Leadership Team you will contribute to the development and delivery of our business planning and strategic plan.
This is a key strategic role, and we are looking for a dynamic and innovative leader to join us in motivating and inspiring our people. You will be passionate about delivering excellent customer services and ensuring good value and will develop approaches to help us deliver this.
On offer is the potential to make a difference, being part of an organisation with a positive impact on peoples’ lives and community. Please visit our website to view our business plan. It’s also a chance for professional growth, being part of a supportive team and comes with a competitive benefits package.
Apex Scotland exists to support people with experience of the justice system or those at risk of entering it helping them rebuild their lives and create a future beyond their past. We believe in second chances and treat every individual with dignity and respect, recognising their unique circumstances, needs, concerns, aspirations, and potential.
As a national organisation with a broad geographical reach, we deliver over 30 services in collaboration with partner organisations, providing essential support at both national and local levels. This includes throughcare and aftercare for individuals transitioning from custody, ensuring they have the resources and guidance needed to move forward.
Under the leadership of our current Chief Executive, Apex Scotland has successfully navigated a period of significant transformational change and modernisation, strengthening our long-term financial stability. We are now seeking a new Chief Executive to build on these strong foundations and lead the organisation into its next phase of development.
As the new Chief Executive, you will play a pivotal role in raising Apex Scotland’s profile as a national charity with in-depth expertise in supporting individuals who have interacted with the justice system. You will work to influence and shape national and local government policies, leveraging our existing positive relationships with the Scottish Government, local councils, and partner organisations. Additionally, you will engage with employers to challenge stigma around past convictions and champion meaningful opportunities for those we support.
A visionary, solutions-focused, and inclusive leader, you will bring a proven track record of building effective and collaborative relationships across a diverse range of external partners and stakeholders. With a strong commitment to advocating for those who have touched the justice system, you will use your expertise—along with transferable skills where relevant—to influence public perception, shape policy, and drive change within Scotland’s community and criminal justice landscape.
Why apply for this role?
Children’s Hearings Scotland (CHS) is undergoing an exciting period of reform, designed to make a step change in improving the outcomes for infants, children and young people who need us most. Children’s Hearings Tribunal Members play a vital role in Scotland’s society. They listen and make legal decisions for infants, children and young people. They ensure that the young person is at the heart of every decision taken – because every decision, no matter how big or small, has an impact.
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Team Manager to lead an established national team to drive forward enhancements in the delivery of children’s hearings. This will uphold children's rights and improve their lives.
The ideal candidate will be able to lead a team, build collaborative relationships, and skilfully challenge current practices and culture to achieve positive outcomes. You will listen to Panel Members and those with lived experience of the care system, to help shape and influence our work. You will scan the horizon and incorporate flexibility into any strategy, to pivot quickly and lead advancements in practice and policy across the children’s hearings system.
Your Role
Ensuring an agile and robust practice and policy function, you will inform, influence, and lead national improvements in the children’s hearings system. You will work collaboratively and show leadership in working with external stakeholders and partners. You will work with across CHS to lead a high performing team continually seeking out opportunities and evidence to improve practice and policy. Keeping up to date on policy and practice developments and listening to the needs of the community will be key to success in this role.
About You
You will have experience working in practice and policy related to the children’s hearings system. Previous expertise in providing high-quality advice and delivering continuous improvements in children's services is essential. You must be adept at motivating a team and collaborating with stakeholders to improve children's lives.
A strategic thinker, you will be able to work with other to develop and deliver a shared vision. Above all you will be inspired by the work of CHS to use your skills to improve outcomes for children in Scotland.
Life at CHS
As an organisation that works within the children’s hearings system, we are passionate about making a positive contribution to improving outcomes for Scotland’s infants, children and young people. Our values are at the very heart of what we do every day. By working with us, you’ll be joining a diverse community of colleagues and volunteers.
At CHS we are proud to celebrate difference. We all have different skills, experience and backgrounds and we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture where you can be yourself.
We offer an excellent benefits package, from health and wellness to finances and family. including: generous annual leave, flexible working and other leave policies, fantastic pension, Employee Assistance Programme, development opportunities and wider employee wellbeing initiatives.
Diversity and Inclusion
CHS is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and are committed to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application and assessment process, and upon joining CHS.
Due to the retirement of the current post holder, the directors of Stepping Stones wish to appoint a Chief Officer to oversee the work of Stepping Stones as we move into the future.
We believe this is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about mental health and the development of inclusive services. The person will work with the Board of Directors, staff, service members and funding partners to support the development of strategic objectives that will support the development of the organisation.
Job description
The Chief Officer will be responsible for the overall strategic, operational, and financial leadership of Stepping Stones during the next phase of our growth and development. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to our mission, a deep understanding of the challenges faced by people with mental health challenges, and a proven track record of leadership in a similar setting. The post holder will lead Stepping Stones into its next phase of growth and develop sustainability into the future.
Key Responsibilities of the Chief Officer:
Leadership and Strategy:
Operational Management:
Stakeholder Engagement:
Team Management:
Full Job Description and Person Specification available for download below.
The Green Action Trust is a trusted delivery partner for the Scottish Government and a wide range of stakeholders including local authorities, regional partnerships, landowners, environmental groups, and local communities. We are passionate about delivering positive environmental and social change in Scotland and are seeking candidates who have a similar passion to help us deliver and grow our activities.
To meet our objectives, the expectations of our partners, and to play our part in responding to the twin crises of climate change and biodiversity loss, we are pleased to be recruiting for a Head of Programme Management. This role will be critical in driving the implementation and impact of ambitious programmes and pilots that regenerate and create sustainable places to deliver environmental and social benefits.
The Head of Programme Management will provide a team management role alongside strategic guidance, accountability, transparency and stakeholder engagement, whilst ensuring that programmes are delivered in alignment with our organisational purpose.
At the Green Action Trust we believe that staff should enjoy their work. We support a strong work life balance through flexible and hybrid working, training and support, a range of staff activities throughout the year and a strong employee support package.
This is a permanent, full time position, based from our office in Stepps, North Lanarkshire. Due to travel across Scotland, a clean driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.
TIS is seeking a dynamic and values-driven individual to step into the role of CEO
The Tenants Information Service (TIS) - a national charity leading tenant participation, community development, and engagement practices, is seeking a dynamic and values-driven individual to step into the role of CEO.
This is a rare opportunity for an inspiring leader, with a passion for social justice to champion engagement and ensure it remains at the forefront of the national housing agenda.
As a membership organisation, TIS is proud to represent over 255,000 homes across Scotland through its tenant and housing organisation membership community. Members share the same values of finding creative solutions to encourage tenants and housing organisations to work together and effect positive change.
With a strong foundation and fantastic reputation, TIS is now looking for a CEO to lead the next chapter of growth and innovation. The CEO will be responsible for the strategic, financial, and operational leadership of TIS, reporting directly to the Board of Directors.
Key responsibilities include:
Leadership and Governance
Driving the strategic direction of TIS while ensuring the organisation's activities align with its core values of integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, independence, and empowerment.
Financial Management
Developing and overseeing budgets, tenders, and funding streams to ensure the organisation's long-term viability.
Policy Influence
Representing TIS at a local and national level, working closely with government bodies, housing regulators, and key stakeholders to influence housing policy and legislation.
Team Development
Leading a dedicated team of professionals and associates, fostering a culture of empowerment, and delivering continuous service improvement.
Membership Growth
Enhancing member services and driving the organisation's marketing, digital and engagement strategies.
We are looking for an accomplished professional with:
Experience
At least five years in a senior management role within housing, tenant participation, or community development, with a proven track record in strategic and operational leadership.
Skills
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills, coupled with a deep understanding of the social housing sector, financial management, and governance best practices.
Values
A commitment to tenant empowerment, social justice, and innovation, underpinned by a collaborative and inclusive approach.
You will work alongside a passionate and skilled team, supported by a dedicated Board, to shape Scotland’s housing landscape for the better. If you are ready to embrace this challenge and are excited by the opportunity to lead and inspire a progressive organisation with a strong social purpose, we would love to hear from you.
In preparation for the retirement of our CEO, we are looking for an experienced Care Manager, who shares our values and who can provide excellent leadership and support to our committed team to ensure the ongoing delivery and development of excellent services.
You will have drive, energy, enthusiasm and a clarity of vision to play a key role in the delivery of our service.
Supporting our Team Leaders, you will have lead responsibility for service delivery to meet and exceed National Care Standards.
This post is suitable for someone wishing to be creative and entrepreneurial and able to take on strategic leadership.
You will be expected to either hold the qualifications required for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council.
Membership of the PVG scheme is also a requirement of the job.