Top job! Head of Community Services
- Full time
- £38,000 – £40,000
- On site: Edinburgh
- Closing 6th April 2026
About The Open Door Edinburgh:
The Open Door (Scottish Charity Number SC007315) has provided activities and services for adults at our Morningside hub for over forty years. It remains well-supported by the community and has developed into a high-quality day service for more vulnerable older adults, providing transport and meals during Monday-Friday sessions. We centre care, connection and community at The Open Door and have a dedicated and skilled team of staff and volunteers who keep the service welcoming and enriching for all. Currently a team of eight staff and twenty volunteers support about forty individuals per week.
Purpose of Job
As registered manager, to hold overall responsibility for the organisation, management, review and development of services. To provide strategic leadership, day-to-day management and lead a team of staff and volunteers. To provide exceptional quality care inspectorate registered day care services for older adults as well as other projects to promote community inclusion, following best practice guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic and Operational Duties and Accountability
Lead development and delivery of The Open Door business plan in alignment with our values and charitable objectives.
Set and track performance against agreed key performance indicators.
Deliver and report to existing service level agreements for statutory contracts, tender for future contracts.
Governance: supporting the decision-making processes of the Board of Trustees, including setting agendas and preparing reports; ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, safeguarding and best-practice governance requirements.
Oversee quality assurance processes and lead on impact data reporting.
Oversee the financial health of the organisation to support long-term sustainability. Prepare and monitor budgets, including controlling costs, analysing variances, forecasting and preparing reports.
Manage payroll system, ensuring accuracy and compliance with both UK regulations and organisational policies
Deliver a fundraising strategy including developing and submitting grant applications, reporting on grants.
Manage all back-office administrative functions including IT, cyber-security, health and safety, information management and complaints handling.
People and culture: manage all HR functions, supporting a collaborative culture with high standards of care and opportunities for staff development. Recruitment and management of staff. Recruitment and management of volunteers. Manage organisational changes which arise, centring our values of community and care.
Develop and maintain effective communications and marketing. Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and strengthen local partnerships, acting as an ambassador for The Open Door.
Identify and manage organisational risks, ensuring appropriate mitigation and communication with the Board.
Head of Care Services Duties and Accountability
Act as the Care Inspectorate Registered Manager.
Lead and manage provision of the day service, promoting the wellbeing, rights, equality and diversity of individuals using or working for the service.
Meet regulatory requirements, including planning for inspections, compiling evidence, pursuing quality improvement.
Monitor and manage the quality of the service.
Lead planning process for care or support plans.
Oversee management and continuing professional development of staff team, including maintaining training records.
Act as Lead Safeguarding Officer.
Hold responsibility for monitoring, recording checks and reporting on health and safety standards, including food safety and food hygiene.
Manage transport, including compliance, policy implementation, maintenance and driver management for the Open Door minibus.
Advocate on behalf of members and their carers when appropriate, including making referrals or signposting to relevant sources of support.
This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and will include other duties as directed by the Board of Trustees from time to time.
Required Qualifications, Skills & Experience
Essential Qualifications:
Eligible to become the Registered Manager with the Care Inspectorate-
Must hold or be in process of obtaining SVQ Social Services and Healthcare at SCQF Level 9 and SVQ 4 Care Services Leadership and Management (SCQF Level 10) or equivalent
[Desirable Qualifications: Degree in relevant health or social care subject]
Essential Knowledge:
Demonstrable experience in a senior management role, preferably in a health, social care or not-for-profit organisation
Experience providing care services to elderly or vulnerable people, including care assessments and applying National Care Standards
Sound financial awareness and experience of managing budgets
Experience of management of a staff team and volunteers
[Desirable knowledge: experience with charity/voluntary sector or fundraising]
Essential skills/abilities:
Strong organisational and administrative skills – able to prioritise and delegate
Proficient IT skills, confident with Office 365
Able to motivate and support staff and volunteers
Excellent communication skills both oral and written
Desire to deliver excellent care services with integrity and warmth
[Desirable skills: full, valid UK driving licence]
Benefits:
Holidays: 6 weeks including public holidays
Employer contribution to pension plan
Probation:
The first 6 months of employment shall be a probationary period during which employee suitability for the position and performance will be assessed.
Please note this post is subject to satisfactory PVG check and references.
Older Persons Group Worker
- Part time
- £25,822 – £27,612 pro-rata
- On site: Edinburgh
- Closing 17th April 2026
Health All Round is a community-based health initiative focused on improving the health and wellbeing of residents in South West Edinburgh.
The Older Persons Group Worker will lead a weekly group for older adults and manage all associated administrative duties. A key aspect of this role is to create a safe, welcoming and accessible environment for all participants.
Introduction
This is an exciting time to join Generations Working Together, Scotland’s national centre of excellence for intergenerational practice. In 2026, we will be celebrating both Global Intergenerational Week and hosting the Global Intergenerational Congress in Glasgow—bringing together ideas, learning, and people from around the world.
By joining our team, you will contribute to a movement that strengthens connections between generations, challenges ageism, and supports communities to create meaningful intergenerational opportunities.
Background
Intergenerational practice brings together people from different generations intentionally to build meaningful, purposeful relationships. By creating regular opportunities for shared learning, creativity, and collaboration, intergenerational work helps break down barriers, reduce ageism, and strengthen community connections.
Generations Working Together supports this work across Scotland by delivering training, providing resources, running local and thematic networks, and developing pilot projects. We connect practitioners, volunteers, and organisations, helping them share skills, develop ideas, and create community-led solutions. Through this support, we promote trust, respect, and lasting relationships between generations.
Overview of Post
The Finance Officer plays a central role in ensuring the smooth and efficient financial management of Generations Working Together. This post is responsible for the day-to-day administration of our financial systems, maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records, and supporting the production of reliable management accounts.
Working closely with the CEO, Treasurer, and wider staff team, the Finance Officer ensures that our financial processes are robust, transparent, and aligned with regulatory requirements. The role also supports colleagues with budgeting for funding applications and financial reporting, helping to ensure strong financial stewardship across the organisation.
Dementia Advisor (Aberdeenshire)
- Part time
- £30,232 – £33,468 pro-rata
- On site: Aberdeenshire
- Closing 17th April 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Alzheimer Scotland as a Dementia Advisor within the Aberdeenshire (North, South & Central) area on a permanent, part-time basis (25 hours per week).
The Dementia Advisor role is key to our local services and is often the first point of contact for individuals and families following a diagnosis of dementia. This role is central to our success in ensuring people living with dementia, and those who care for them, have timely access to high-quality advice, information and support within their local community.
The post holder will provide practical advice, emotional support and guidance, alongside access to resources, community activities, groups and other programmes that help sustain independence for as long as possible. Dementia Advisors support families at any stage, offering responsive, person-centred support tailored to individual needs.
The Dementia Advisor will work within their local communities to promote dementia-friendly approaches and strengthen partnership working across services and community networks.
This role will also include line management responsibility for three Community Activities Organisers and may involve contributing to monitoring and reporting on service activity and outcomes.
The successful candidate will work across North, South and Central Aberdeenshire; therefore, some travel will be required. We are flexible regarding the base location of the post holder.
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate individual who can take a flexible, creative and person-centred approach to supporting people living with dementia, their families and carers. The role requires warmth, empathy, strong relationship-building skills and a good understanding of dementia.
Applicants should demonstrate:
- A clear understanding of the aims and values of Alzheimer Scotland
- Excellent communication and networking skills
- A recognised professional qualification and/or relevant experience
- A willingness to learn and engage in ongoing professional development
Relevant qualifications and/or experience of working with people living with dementia, as well as experience of facilitating group work or training, would be advantageous.
You will be required to have a full driving licence and access to a car.
For a full job description please see the attachment above.
The successful candidate for this post will be subject to a criminal check through Disclosure Scotland.
Dementia Advisor – Inverness
- Part time
- £30,232 – £33,468 pro-rata
- On site: Inverness
- Closing 17th April 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Alzheimer Scotland as a Dementia Advisor within the South Highland area on a permanent, part-time basis (28 hours per week).
The Dementia Advisor role is key to our local services and is often the first point of contact for individuals and families following a diagnosis of dementia. This role is central to our success in ensuring people living with dementia, and those who care for them, have timely access to high-quality advice, information and support within their local community.
The post holder will provide practical advice, emotional support and guidance, alongside access to resources, community activities, groups and other programmes that help sustain independence for as long as possible. Dementia Advisors support families at any stage, offering responsive, person-centred support tailored to individual needs.
In addition to one-to-one support, this role will involve organising and delivering Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) groups and carers’ education programmes, helping to build knowledge, confidence and resilience among both people living with dementia and those who support them.
This role will also include line management responsibility for the Community Activities Organiser and may involve contributing to monitoring and reporting on service activity and outcomes.
The Dementia Advisor will work within their local communities to promote dementia-friendly approaches and strengthen partnership working across services and community networks.
The successful candidate will primarily be based in Inverness at the Brain Health & Dementia Resource Centre and will be a valued member of the wider South Highland locality team.
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate individual who can take a flexible, creative and person-centred approach to supporting people living with dementia, their families and carers. The role requires warmth, empathy, strong relationship-building skills and a good understanding of dementia.
Applicants should demonstrate:
- A clear understanding of the aims and values of Alzheimer Scotland
- Excellent communication and networking skills
- A recognised professional qualification and/or relevant experience
- A willingness to learn and engage in ongoing professional development
Relevant qualifications and/or experience of working with people living with dementia, as well as experience of facilitating group work or training, would be advantageous.
You will be required to have a full driving licence and access to a car.
Braeburn Home – A Care Home for Life
We are recruiting volunteers to join our board of trustees. Braeburn Home is a small and unique care home, situated in a quiet residential area in the heart of Inverleith, Edinburgh. We are a private home providing residential, nursing and respite care to older adults.
We are a friendly, dynamic team of Trustees, looking to speak to interested parties that can be either experienced or someone seeking their first opportunity to enhance their skills in a charity board setting.
We are ideally looking for someone who has an understanding of the health and social care sector but this is not essential. Persons with skills in either finance/accounting; nursing, social work/ relevant health care, IT or HR are particularly welcome.
The minimum time commitment includes attending monthly board meetings (approx. 3 hours), but we are hopeful you will use your expertise to further support our senior management on an occasional basis, co-leading on specific projects.
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Trustee Board Member
- Management Board
- Unpaid
- Hybrid: Both online and on location in Edinburgh or Glasgow
- Closing 24th April 2026
Partners in Advocacy has an exciting opportunity for a new board member with an interest in independent advocacy.
We are seeking a Trustee who will have good interpersonal and communication skills, a commitment to working as a team, an understanding of and commitment to our charity’s work, a broader knowledge of trends across the third-sector and the application of those to strategic work.
Partners in Advocacy welcomes applications from people with a disability, those with a minority ethnic background, and the LGBTQ+ community.