About Under the Trees

Under the Trees is now in its 15th year of providing positive experiences in the outdoors, delivering a wide range of outdoor learning and wellbeing experiences including topic-based wildlife and environmental education, Forest School and Forest Kindergarten, outdoor play sessions, guided wildlife walks, woodland wellbeing sessions, practical conservation sessions, accredited outdoor education training and more! Partner organisations include local schools, community groups and we delivery to families too. For us no two days look the same.

We deliver our services using outdoor locations across Falkirk, Stirling and Clacks (and occasionally further afield) and have also have a dedicated site near Falkirk.

It is recommended that you visit our website and social media pages to gain an understanding of who we are!

Role Overview:

This is an exciting and challenging role funded by the Inspiring Scotland Cashback for Communities Fund. You will work with and support young people aged 10-25 as well as working with other delivery staff, volunteers and placements.

The purpose of the "Root and Rise – Rewilding Youth Futures" project is to provide a nature-based development program for young people aged 10–25 who are at risk of, or already involved in, antisocial behaviour. Working in partnership with the Outdoor Learning Officer you will provide guidance and mentorship to young people to engage them with the outdoor, natural world in order to direct their attentions and energies away from activities which may harm local communities.

This role is to assist with the delivery of the project, providing additional capacity and support to the Outdoor Learning Officer who will be the lead on the project.

You will be delivering activities such as bushcraft, conservation, outdoor cooking and nature-based creativity. Training and guidance on these can be provided for those with experience of working with the target service users, but limited experience of these activities.

This is an office and site-based role and it is unlikely that home-working will be possible as you must be available to service users in a face-to-face capacity. It is envisaged that the 16 hours will be worked across a 2 day week but there are opportunities for flexibility with this role.

Where You Will Be Working:

You will be based at our office in Grangemouth in Falkirk District. We have two units within Newhouse Business Park which has good public transport connections and is close to Falkirk’s Active Travel network including National Cycle Route 76. Bicycles (including UK legal pedelecs) may be brought into the building for secure storage while working.

About Kinship

Kinship is the leading National kinship care charity, supporting relatives and friends who step up to raise children when their parents cannot. Through advice, practical support, research and campaigning, we work to ensure kinship families have the help they need to thrive. Together with our community, we drive positive change so that every child can grow up in a loving, stable family environment.

For more information about Kinship and the work we do, please click here.

About the Opportunity

Join Kinship at an exciting milestone as we launch our first programme in Scotland. Working in partnership with Inspiring Scotland and local youth charity Y Sort It, this National Lottery-funded pilot will strengthen support for kinship families in West Dunbartonshire through a coordinated, whole-family approach.

As part of a small and dedicated delivery team, you will help shape Kinship’s future in Scotland, contribute to evidence-based learning, and make a lasting difference to kinship carers, children and young people in the local community.

The Role

As a Kinship Navigator, you will provide intensive, six-month support to kinship carers through Kinship Connected, helping families build resilience, access services and strengthen support networks. Based at Y Sort It and working across the community, you will develop trusted relationships with families, carry out assessments and reviews, and coordinate support with local partners, including Intandem mentors.

This is a rewarding, community-focused role where you will directly support kinship families while helping to demonstrate the impact of an innovative new model of support in Scotland.

Key Responsibilities

As a Kinship Navigator, you will provide intensive one-to-one support to kinship carers, helping families access services, build support networks and achieve positive outcomes for the children in their care. You will carry out assessments, develop support plans, advocate on behalf of families and facilitate a local peer support group.

Working closely with Y Sort It, Inspiring Scotland and local partners, you will coordinate support for kinship families, strengthen referral pathways and contribute to a pioneering whole-family approach in West Dunbartonshire.

You will also play a key role in safeguarding, partnership working and maintaining high-quality records to demonstrate impact and inform future development of Kinship’s work in Scotland.

About You

We're looking for someone with experience supporting vulnerable families, carers or communities through direct casework, family support or similar roles. You'll be confident building trusted relationships, carrying out assessments, managing a caseload and working collaboratively with statutory and voluntary sector partners.

You will bring strong communication, organisation and record-keeping skills, alongside an understanding of safeguarding and trauma-informed practice. Knowledge of kinship care or the Scottish family support landscape would be beneficial, as would experience facilitating support groups and using CRM systems such as Salesforce.

Most importantly, you'll be empathetic, resilient and passionate about improving outcomes for kinship families, with the confidence to work independently while contributing to a small, supportive team.

Family Links is a pioneering service led by a partnership of third sector organisations - the Care and Learning Alliance, Homestart East Highland and Thriving Families - and supported by the Highland Whole Family Wellbeing Programme.

Working alongside schools and other statutory and third sector providers, the Family Links team delivers holistic support to families in targeted communities across Highland. The current role is in the Badenoch and Strathspey area and the worker will be employed by Thriving Families.

Purpose of role

Family Links workers are a bridge between home, school and community, supporting families to overcome challenges to wellbeing and enabling children and young people to flourish in school and beyond.

It is recognised that there is a range of potentially beneficial outcomes for children and young people from building closer partnerships between schools, communities and families and supporting all family members to address both practical and emotional issues.

Family Links Workers work alongside families in the Badenoch and Strathspey area which have been identified by the schools (both primary and secondary) as being most in need. Families can also self-refer to Family Links.

Support provided to families is agreed alongside families, is delivered flexibly and is responsive to the needs of families and individual family members. It will be available to families for as long as they need it.

Early / preventative support in the form of peer support groups (facilitated by the Family Links team) may also be available for families with children or young people in the area.

About The DRC Youth Project (SCIO)

The DRC Youth Project is a modern, innovative and ambitious youth charity based in North-West Glasgow. We create opportunities that help young people develop confidence, resilience, practical skills and aspirations through high-quality youth work, personal development, employability and training programmes.

Working alongside schools, funders, local authorities, employers and community organisations, we deliver a diverse range of programmes and initiatives including school support, employability and training, accredited learning, youth clubs, outdoor learning, volunteering opportunities, our Community Pantry and community-based projects.

We're a proactive organisation that isn't afraid to roll up our sleeves. When challenges arise, we work together to find practical solutions. We learn from experience, adapt and keep moving forward. That approach has helped shape the organisation we are today and continues to create new opportunities for the young people we support. As we continue to grow, we're developing an exciting new training centre that will further expand the opportunities available to young people across Glasgow.

We're now looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Group Worker to join our team. If you're passionate about working with young people, enjoy variety and want to play a key role in helping young people achieve positive outcomes while contributing to the future of a growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Group Worker, you'll play a key role in delivering group work programmes that engage young people and help develop confidence, resilience, practical skills and positive aspirations. Working across a range of DRC programmes and partnership initiatives, you'll support young people to overcome barriers, recognise their strengths and take positive steps towards education, training and employment.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll combine youth work, employability and training, accredited learning and practical activities to create engaging experiences for young people. You'll work alongside an experienced team of specialist workers, supporting everything from outdoor learning and community projects to educational visits, workshops and new initiatives, while bringing your own ideas, interests and skills to the team.

As part of the wider project, you'll also contribute to our community youth work programme by supporting two evening youth club sessions each week. Together, these programmes give you the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with young people, support their progress and make a lasting difference in their lives.

Who We’re Looking For

We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, motivated and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people. You'll enjoy building positive relationships, working as part of a team and supporting young people to overcome barriers and achieve their full potential.

You'll thrive in a varied and fast-paced environment where no two weeks are the same. You'll be proactive, adaptable and willing to get involved, whether that's delivering a group session, supporting an outdoor activity, contributing to a new project or working alongside colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for young people. You'll take ownership of your work, contribute ideas and embrace opportunities to help young people and the organisation continue to grow.

As travel forms part of the role, applicants must hold a full UK driving licence. If you're someone who enjoys working collaboratively, brings energy and initiative to your role, has life experience to share and wants to be part of a team that is committed to making a lasting difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join the DRC?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation where you'll have the chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people every day. As the DRC continues to grow, you'll have the opportunity to help shape new programmes, strengthen existing services and contribute to the future of an organisation that is committed to creating better opportunities for young people across Glasgow.

What We Offer

• Salary of £28,000-£30,000 per annum (dependant on experience).
• Full-time post (37 hours per week).
• Ongoing training, team development days and opportunities to develop your skills and career.
• A supportive, experienced and ambitious team that values collaboration, creativity and continuous improvement.
• Opportunities to contribute to the development of new programmes and initiatives.
• A varied and rewarding role where you can make a lasting difference to young people’s lives.

OVERVIEW OF THE ORGANISATION

The Iona Community is an international, ecumenical Christian movement working for justice and peace, the rebuilding of community and the renewal of worship.

Our Community was founded in Glasgow, Scotland in 1938 by Rev George MacLeod, a visionary and social reformer.

MISSION OF THE IONA COMMUNITY

Inspired by our faith, we pursue justice and peace in and through community.

JOB PURPOSE

Iona Abbey is a place of welcome, hospitality and challenge, through our daily rhythm of worship, meals, shared tasks and guest programme. The work and presence of volunteers is essential as we build community week by week. Our volunteers come from all over the world and from all walks of life, representing a wide range of experiences, age groups, cultural backgrounds and faith traditions.

At Iona Abbey, we typically have around 15 volunteers at any one time. Most volunteers are here for between 6 and 12 weeks, so there are many welcomes and farewells throughout the season, from early March to mid-November. Over the season we welcome up to around 80 volunteers in total.

The primary purpose of the job is to ensure that all volunteers receive an appropriate level of support and supervision, from before they arrive until they leave. The postholder will also co-ordinate the recruitment process in close liaison with the Operations Manager and be responsible for encouraging and organising social events that help build the team.

During the season, a large proportion of the time will be spent on welcoming, inducting, and carrying out 1-to-1 supervision with volunteers. The bulk of recruitment for the following year’s volunteer programme is done during the winter, working closely with the Operations Manager and Heads of Departments.

Counselling Care Skye and Lochalsh provide vital early intervention mental health support across our rural and island communities. We are currently seeking a Lead Counsellor for our children’s service running a school-based counselling service for children and young people from aged five to eighteen.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a small, community-based organisation, helping to provide an essential service for our younger members of society.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate counsellor who is able to lead and support the delivery of high-quality counselling services for children and young people in Skye and Lochalsh.

The successful candidate will manage a caseload, oversee staff workloads, coordinate referrals, maintain reporting systems, liaise and report to the board of trustees and work collaboratively with schools and external agencies to ensure effective support for young people and families.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• The chance to make a real difference to mental health support in the Skye and Lochalsh community

Additional Information

The role requires a driving license and a car.

About Us:

Murray’s Initiative (formally known as Glasgow Council on Alcohol) is an independent Scottish charity that works to reduce alcohol and drug-related harm at both individual and community levels. Established in 1965, Murray’s Initiative adopts a long-term, trauma-informed and assetbased approach to changing the culture around substance use. Its services are built on a person-centred, harm-reduction model, supporting people whether their goal is to reduce consumption or achieve abstinence.

Murray’s Initiative offers free, confidential counselling services for people concerned about their own or someone else's drinking. Murray’s Initiative delivers a range of interventions including groupwork and employability support as well as a number of holistic and inclusive services, such as a women’s service for survivors of gender-based violence, young person's peer education service, LGBTQ+ health and wellbeing support and tailored wellbeing programmes.

Murray’s Initiative is also a recognised provider of professional development, offering a comprehensive training portfolio including education aimed at increasing awareness of alcohol use and promoting healthier lifestyles, COSCA Counselling Skills and a Diploma in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Murray’s Initiative deliver services over 6 days per week and throughout Glasgow, East Dunbartonshire and East Renfrewshire, helping people make meaningful, positive change in their lives.

About the Role:

The In Work Support Advisor will provide tailored support to individuals in recovery from drugs and/or alcohol who are in employment, helping them to sustain and progress within work. The role involves delivering one-to-one guidance, identifying and addressing barriers to employment retention, supporting career development and liaising with employers and partner agencies to ensure participants achieve positive and sustainable employment outcomes.

The In Work Support Advisor will report to the Service Manager – Employability.

This post requires membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme for protected adults. Successful applicants will be required to join the PVG Scheme.

About Us:

Murray’s Initiative (formally known as Glasgow Council on Alcohol) is an independent Scottish charity that works to reduce alcohol and drug-related harm at both individual and community levels. Established in 1965, Murray’s Initiative adopts a long-term, trauma-informed and assetbased approach to changing the culture around substance use. Its services are built on a person-centred, harm-reduction model, supporting people whether their goal is to reduce consumption or achieve abstinence.

Murray’s Initiative offers free, confidential counselling services for people concerned about their own or someone else's drinking. Murray’s Initiative delivers a range of interventions including groupwork and employability support as well as a number of holistic and inclusive services, such as a women’s service for survivors of gender-based violence, young person's peer education service, LGBTQ+ health and wellbeing support and tailored wellbeing programmes.

Murray’s Initiative is also a recognised provider of professional development, offering a comprehensive training portfolio including education aimed at increasing awareness of alcohol use and promoting healthier lifestyles, COSCA Counselling Skills and a Diploma in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Murray’s Initiative deliver services over 6 days per week and throughout Glasgow, East Dunbartonshire and East Renfrewshire, helping people make meaningful, positive change in their lives.

The foundation of Murray’s Initiative is our supportive and inclusive culture for all who engage and work with us.

About the Role:

The role of the Employment Advisor is to prepare participants for further training, education or work and support them through the job search, application and interview process; providing them with skills, motivation, and confidence to move into suitable sustainable employment.

The Employment Advisor will make a real impact to individuals’ day to day lives as they uniquely tailor their personal development, offer emotional and practical support and set realistic goals as part of their journey to employability opportunities.

The Employment Advisor will report to the Service Manager - Employability

This post requires membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme for children and protected adults. Successful applicants will be required to join the PVG Scheme.

ARC Scotland is seeking a Qualified Freelance Assessor and Internal Verifier to support delivery and quality assurance across health and social care qualifications.

We are looking for a professional with:

• Recognised Assessor and Internal Verifier qualifications.
• Strong occupational background across health and social care.
• Registerable qualifications and experience to deliver the Integrated Health and Social Care award at SCQF level 7, and Social Services and Healthcare awards at SCQF levels 6, 7 and 9.
• Experience delivering and/or verifying SVQs or work-based qualifications in a freelance capacity.
• Up-to-date knowledge of sector standards, compliance, and best practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a flexible, reliable professional passionate about developing a skilled and confident workforce within the sector.