The Rape & Sexual Abuse Centre Perth & Kinross are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated worker with a proven track record of providing business services and administrative support to our Organisation. The successful candidate will be required to deliver the effective administration of our Centre and will often be the first point of contact for all enquiries, including referrals from survivors, family members and external agencies. They will also carry out finance tasks and IT functions to ensure the smooth running of Rasac P&K.

Only females need apply under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Successful applicants subject to PVG.

Annual Leave Entitlement – 31 days plus 11 public holidays (pro rata)

The Rape & Sexual Abuse Centre Perth & Kinross are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated worker with a proven track record of providing therapeutic support to young people affected by trauma. Providing therapeutic support, information and advocacy services, this role will involve responding to the needs of young survivors of sexual abuse and their families. The post holder will be expected to have a creative and needs-led approach throughout their practice.

Experience of delivering one to one support is essential alongside experience of assessing and responding to risk. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders is necessary as we are looking for someone who will value partnership working and is proactive in sensitively working alongside others to best meet the needs of young survivors and their families.

Only females need apply under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Successful applicants subject to PVG.

Only females need apply under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Successful applicants subject to PVG.

Annual Leave Entitlement – 31 days plus 11 public holidays pro rata

Role and Responsibilities

Weekly:

• Managing data entry, monitoring and reporting data necessary for grant reporting; providing reports and analysis to the Project Coordinator
• Keep foodbank paperwork up to date and relevant.
• Shred confidential paperwork.
• Send thank you letters to supporters
• Check and respond to emails and Facebook messages.
• Keep volunteer records up to date.

As required:

• Prepare agenda for management meetings and send to the Foodbank Co-ordinator, before circulating to the management group.
• Prepare minutes at foodbank planning meetings and circulate to the management group, within 1 week, after the meeting takes place.
• Set up refreshments for meetings and groups.
• Create new forms, spreadsheets or documents to ensure the foodbank and advice service runs as efficiently as possible.
• Develop flyers, posters and promotional materials for use by the foodbank.
• Recommend new technologies that will make the work of the foodbank and advice service more streamlined and safer.
• Produce quarterly volunteers and supporter's newsletter.
• Oversee and supply the needs of volunteers, such as lanyards, uniform and equipment.
• Ensure rotas for volunteers are completed & communicated in a timely manner.
• Update all social media sharing, in conjunction with the social media volunteer.
• Keep foodbank publicity up to date.
• Assist in the set-up of Foodbank activities.
• Ordering stationary, promotional and office supplies as required by the foodbank
• Provide support to the Treasurer and other members of the Management Group.
• Monitor Health & Safety practices and ensure that all recording is kept up to date, such as fire alarm testing, emergency lighting tests, PAT tests etc
• Work under the direction of the Project Manager on new initiatives. And undertake any other reasonable tasks at a commensurate level as requested by the Foodbank Project Coordinator.
• Every 6 months/Annually:
• Carry out Risk Assessments for new activities.
• Ensure that a fire drill is carried out at least twice a year. (Bring this to the attention of the management group in January and August each year)
• Keep all Church of Scotland and Foodbank policies and procedures are up to date and clearly displayed.

Full job description is available to download below.

Introduction

Established in 1984 to eradicate all forms of discrimination under the Race Relations Act 1976, CSREC works across Central Scotland, including but not limited to, Clackmannanshire, Falkirk, and Stirling Council areas.

At CSREC, we aim to reduce the negative effects of inequality and marginalisation experienced by Minority Ethnic individuals, asylum seekers, and refugees across Central Scotland, enabling them to engage with the wider public to enhance community cohesion and prevent discrimination.

This job description and person specification act as a guide to the various responsibilities in relation to the position of Equality & Engagement Project Officer funded by The National Lottery Fund through their Improving Lives grant. Due to the on-going changes within the Third Sector these responsibilities may be occasionally amended in negotiation with the post holder. CSREC is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our service users and uses a thorough, rigorous, and fair recruitment and selection process.

In view of the nature of this post, the successful candidate will be required to join the PVG scheme.

Aims of the Post:

To deliver the key outcomes for The National Lottery Fund, following the three approaches: People-led, Strength-based, and Connected. This is vital to help CSREC empower communities and reduce inequality in Central Scotland. The main project activities include:

a) Support and Advice Service

b) Immigration Advice Services (IAA Level 1)

c) Digital Inclusion workshops

d) Financial Literacy workshops

e) Community outreach and engagement

Full job description can be downloaded below.

Sea the Change is looking for an Interim Manager to lead the organisation through an important period of development, with a strong focus on fundraising and financial sustainability.

About Sea the Change

Sea the Change is a Berwickshire-based charity working to create happier, healthier and more sustainable communities along our coastlines. We run local projects and campaigns that connect communities to coastlines, reduce waste, promote sustainable living, and protect our natural environment.

Our vision

Our vision is to create happy, healthy and sustainable communities, where everyone can enjoy, value and help protect the places where land meets sea.

Our mission

Our mission is to connect communities to coastlines by delivering events, activities and campaigns so we can all enjoy and protect our natural environment, now and for future generations.

Our values

• Community: We put people and place at the heart of what we do, working alongside local communities to shape our projects and priorities.
• Sustainability: We champion small, achievable changes in everyday life that add up to a big difference for the environment.
• Inclusion: We remove barriers so that people of all ages and abilities can access and enjoy the coast, for example, through initiatives like Beach Wheelchairs and Cycle for Change.
• Collaboration: We build strong partnerships with local groups, networks and stakeholders to maximise impact across Berwickshire and the wider Borderlands.
• Integrity: We are accountable, transparent and evidence-led in how we use resources, measure impact and care for our natural environment.

The Role

This interim leadership role is a key opportunity to guide Sea the Change through the next phase of its journey. As the senior staff member, you will oversee day-to-day operations while placing a strong emphasis on fundraising, income development, and securing future funding to ensure the charity’s long-term sustainability. You will work closely with the Board of Trustees, lead a small team, manage ongoing projects, and represent the organisation to funders, partners, and the wider community.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead & Stabilise: Provide confident, values-led leadership, working with the Board to maintain momentum and organisational stability during the interim period.
• Fundraising & Income Generation
• Project Oversight: Ensure environmental and community projects are delivered effectively, on time, and within budget.
• Partnerships & Profile: Represent Sea the Change with funders, partners, media, and at events to raise awareness and credibility.
• Financial Management: Oversee budgets, monitor financial performance, and ensure transparency and good governance.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven leadership or management experience, ideally within the charity, environmental, or community sector
• Strong experience in fundraising, grant applications, and funder reporting
• A passion for environmental sustainability and community-led change
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Understanding of local environmental challenges and community-based solutions

Feniks is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Polish Community Link Worker to support mainly the Polish community in Edinburgh to access public and third-sector services. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established organisation working to improve the wellbeing and protect the rights of Central and Eastern European communities.

About the role

The Link Worker will provide information, advice and guidance to individuals, helping them overcome barriers and access appropriate services. The postholder will support clients with practical, emotional, health, education and welfare needs, and where necessary accompany them to appointments.

Working closely with healthcare professionals, social services and community organisations, you will play a key role in social prescribing and advocacy. You will also contribute to awareness-raising through social media, maintain accurate case records in line with GDPR, and support monitoring and reporting processes.

The role forms part of Feniks’ wider advocacy work supporting the rights of the Polish community in Scotland.

About you

You will have at least two years’ experience in a similar role working directly with marginalised or hard-to-reach groups.

You will demonstrate:

• Experience supporting vulnerable individuals facing complex issues
• Strong assessment and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Fluency in both English and Polish (essential)
• Good knowledge of issues affecting CEE communities, including mental health, social exclusion and immigration matters

A relevant qualification (for example, in social work, healthcare, psychology, community development or similar) is desirable.

Additional information

The role may involve occasional evening or weekend work. Some office and face-to-face work will be required. The successful candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme.

Feniks offers a supportive team environment and in-house clinical supervision in recognition of the emotional demands of the role.

If you are passionate about equality, human rights and supporting communities to thrive, we would be delighted to hear from you.

The University of Glasgow is committed to the wellbeing and success of its students and to providing effective and flexible support services which aid successful study. As a key member of the Student Wellbeing Directorate, the Safeguarding Officer will work within a multi-disciplinary team, to respond to safeguarding concerns, including but not limited to; mental health crises, reports of concerning behaviour and disclosures of harassment, hate crime, sexual violence, relationship abuse, bullying and other forms of unacceptable behaviour.

Reporting to the Safeguarding Manager, the Safeguarding Officer will work alongside a range of professional colleagues in counselling and advisory roles to manage risk, support the student safeguarding agenda and ensure appropriate practical advice and guidance for vulnerable students.

The role holder will work collaboratively to support our students and to assist staff who are responding to presenting or emerging concerns. The Safeguarding Officer will develop and nurture partnerships with external agencies and services, to support students whose needs fall outside the remit of Student Services.

The Development Worker will support the delivery of the Our Garnock Valley Plan by enabling community-led action and supporting partnership working across the Garnock Valley.

This is a community development role informed by CLD principles, focused on supporting people, groups and organisations to develop ideas, build confidence and capacity, and progress agreed priorities in ways that are inclusive, collaborative and place-based.

Strategic direction and priority-setting sit with the Our Garnock Valley Steering Group. The Development Worker’s role is to support the progression of this agreed direction by working alongside communities, third sector and public sector partners to turn shared ambitions into practical next steps.

The Garnock Valley Locality Partnership Working Groupcommissioned a community engagement exercise, which

identified community development opportunities within the Garnock Valley. Following on from this, an exciting community and local authority collaboration developed the Our Garnock Valley Plan.

The Working Group now require a Development Worker to help realise the recommendations in the plan. The Development Worker will operate within the framework established by the GV2023 and Our Garnock Valley documents, serving as a pivotal force for change in the Garnock Valley communities.

Adopting a Place Based approach to working with communities, within a locality context, this role requires an individual with a proactive attitude and a knack for creative problem-solving. The scope of the role is comprehensive, encompassing project management, community and stakeholder empowerment, wider engagement, and strategic planning.

Home-Start Clackmannanshire is a long standing, dynamic charity, striving to ensure every young child (under 12) has the best possible start in life locally. Raising a family has never been easy; our trained volunteers and staff are there to support families through challenging times.

We provide a bespoke support package of 1:1 and group services for families, helping them to cope with the stresses and strains of daily life and encourage them to build the skills, confidence, and strength they need to nurture their children for years to come. As part of our service, we run a charity shop in Alloa, which generates income for our support work, offers volunteering opportunities, and is a local Bairn Bank, providing items at no cost when needed.

Purpose of the job:

We are looking for a Retail Supervisor to join our team of volunteers and Retail & Enterprise Manager at our shop on Alloa High Street. The successful candidate will provide day to day management of the shop on their working days, providing effective support for our team of dedicated volunteers, and supporting the recruitment, induction, and on-going training of volunteers.

The post holder will ensure appropriate standards of security and health and safety in the shop and be responsible for effective management of stock to provide a high-quality retail experience, and meet ambitious sales targets.

Feniks Counselling, Personal Development and Support Services Ltd. is seeking a passionate and driven Policy Development Officer to champion the rights of Polish and other Central and Eastern European (CEE) communities in Scotland.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape policy, influence decision-makers and amplify community voices at local and national level.

The Role

You will lead on policy and advocacy work, engaging with stakeholders including statutory services and the Scottish Government. Working closely with colleagues and community members, you will gather evidence, develop briefings and consultation responses, raise awareness of key issues, and support greater civic participation.

The role is primarily home-based, with occasional office attendance and travel as required. We warmly welcome applications from candidates based outside Edinburgh.

About You

You will bring at least two years’ experience in policy or advocacy work, excellent research and report-writing skills, and confidence engaging with stakeholders at all levels. Fluency in English and Polish is essential.

We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, collaborative and committed to equality, human rights and social justice.

Annual leave:34 days per annum, pro rata