Glencassels Community Development Project (GCDP) is a well-established project located in the housing scheme of Craigneuk, near to Wishaw. This small Neighbourhood Centre, known locally as ‘The Venny’, presently provides a range of recreational, social and educational programmes for children, young people and adults and a Community Café for all ages. We believe that it has the potential to make an even greater contribution to this community and as part of fulfilling this vision we seek a suitably qualified and experienced Project Leader
The Project Leader will work with the Board and in collaboration with the local community in further developing the GCDP (The Venny) as a key resource for children, young people and adults living in Craigneuk.
Glencassels Community Development Project (GCDP) is a well-established project located in the housing scheme of Craigneuk, near to Wishaw. This small Neighbourhood Centre, known locally as ‘The Venny’, presently provides a range of recreational, social and educational programmes for children, young people and adults and a Community Café for all ages. We believe that it has the potential to make an even greater contribution to this community and as part of fulfilling this vision we seek a suitably qualified and experienced Childrens Worker. Funding for this post is presently in place for 18 Months, with continued funding anticipated.
We are seeking to appoint an experienced worker to manage and develop after school and early evening clubs for children aged 5-10 years. The Venny has a long tradition of running children’s clubs, in this community. The person appointed will be line managed and have the support of the Project Leader. They will have a small team of Sessional staff plus volunteers. It is anticipated that this 18 hours per week post will be worked over 3 days.
The Childrens Worker will work with the Board, The Project Leader and in collaboration with the local community in providing high quality programmes for children in this community. This will be delivered primarily through clubs in the Venny but with scope and flexibility to develop outdoor children’s activities, seasonal activities, outings and trips.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time worker in Carr Gomm’s team of Specialist Link Workers. Primarily based in the Rivers Centre in Edinburgh city centre but expected to travel throughout Edinburgh and the Lothians.
The successful candidate will work with colleagues to ensure that people, usually with a diagnosis of complex PTSD and / or a history of childhood abuse are supported in a person-centered way and in line with Carr Gomm’s values to identify their aims and put them into effect.
Whilst reporting to the Project Manager the Specialist Link Worker will support individuals to achieve practical tasks and arrangements as well as their ambitions.
“We will demonstrate and grow the Carr Gomm DNA to build identity, appropriate recognition and sustainability within the social care sector in Scotland and across the globe.”
The role:
This is an exacting role in an unusual environment, working with individuals who experience complex and various needs. You will therefore have the skills and leadership abilities to meet the demands of this post, and team. As well as experience of working in communities and of partnership working, and of supporting and engaging with people in difficult circumstances
Who we are looking for:
We are seeking a proactive learner, one with a flair for engaging with, and relating to people, who are enthused by our work and share our values. Creative, patient, positive and motivated with a wide range of skills to draw on. A natural communicator at all levels and in multiple formats so you can both build networks and links with our stakeholders and managers.
About Carr Gomm
Carr Gomm is a leading Scottish social care and community development charity. We provide person-centered support to over 4500 people every year so they can live their best possible life.
Our services are based on our values and reflect the choices and aspirations of each individual and community we work with. Our qualified staff work with people in their homes and communities, supporting people in their day-to-day lives and making plans to achieve their hopes and dreams in the future. Carr Gomm also fundraises to tackle isolation and loneliness in our communities through projects and activities across Scotland.
Benefits
If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact Helena Richards helenarichards@carrgomm.org
Do you have a passion for helping people?
Do you have excellent communication?
Do you have the ability to drive high performing teams whilst ensuring a high-quality service, delivering excellent customer service to our clients?
Do you want to work for one of the best employability providers in Scotland?
Would you like to contribute to helping people with barriers to work find their dream job?
Then come and work for Enable Works.
Your role as Occupational Therapist will focus on vocational rehabilitation, helping individuals with physical, mental or developmental conditions to regain or enhance their ability to achieve well paid, sustainable employment aligned to their vocational goals.
ENABLE Works are the leading specialist provider of employability services for people who have barriers to work. We believe that every person in Scotland has the right to work in a job that is high quality and well paid.
Enable Works supports over 5500 people every year across 28 Local Authorities to learn skills for work.
We partner with thousands of employers to create inclusive cultures and improve the diversity of Scotland's workforce.
We are incredibly proud of our smart, capable, and motivated colleagues across Scotland and following a period of significant growth we are looking to grow our team.
We offer a generous salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities to develop and grow in your role.
We offer flexible working practices that promote a strong work/life balance so that when you are at work you can be the best version of you.
Values are more important to us than qualifications or experience, so if you don’t think you meet every requirement that’s ok, we still want to hear from you. Please tell us in your supporting statement how your values match with our organisation.
About You
We really need you to have these:
Why?
Our vision is that every person in Scotland is able to access the support they need to find a high-quality job that pays them well and your drive and commitment to this job will help them get there. You will recognise each client’s individual skills and aspirations and will support them to overcome barriers to employment, helping them move closer to finding a job that they love.
As a qualified health professional, your role will be integral to the success of our participants moving forward into employment. You will possess the skills and abilities to engage our participants, offering them an understanding of how they can adapt and develop strategies to manage physical, cognitive, emotional, behavioural and social difficulties associated with their health condition, delivering improved health and wellbeing.
Engaging with referral partners, colleagues, employers and stakeholders to promote the work that we do, you will be a confident communicator, with excellent presentation skills. You will be representing Enable Works and our clients in everything you do so you will need a professional, can-do attitude. Our reputation is important to us.
We have high expectations for our clients and you will be given a workplan with targets. We support you throughout, but you need to be comfortable working towards them.
We would love it if you had these:
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
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 Manda Centre provides support to families and friends affected by trauma, loss and personal crisis.
The post holder will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and first-class PC skills.
Experience of the Voluntary Sector is an advantage, but not essential.
Able to work flexible hours including occasional evenings.
Duties involve working within the aims of the Manda Centre and carry out administrative functions.
This is an opportunity to join an exciting support project and an organisation that is committed and passionate about making a difference.
The Tannahill Centre is a community-run hub in the centre of Ferguslie Park. Accessible to the whole community, it has a Doctors Surgery, NHS Clinic, Pharmacy, Library, Nursery and Post Office. The Centre also directly manages a number of community spaces and by using a community development approach, works with volunteers and agencies to meet the needs of the community.
We have recently been awarded funding from The National Lottery Community Fund to continue to build the knowledge and confidence of local people so they can deliver and sustain new and existing services in Ferguslie Park., To achieve these targets the Tannahill Centre is recruiting a Volunteer Co-ordinator.
As the Volunteer Co-ordinator you will be responsible for building the skills, knowledge and confidence of volunteers so that they can give back to their community whilst also meeting their own personal goals and ambitions.
You will be responsible for implementing policies, procedures and practices within the Tannahill Centre so that those who volunteer with us are doing so in a safe and nurturing environment and you will work with groups and individuals so they can develop and share their skills with their community.
This role is fixed term for 36 months however it is our intention to secure funding to sustain the role beyond this date.
The Community Links Worker programme, funded by EVOC & Edinburgh Health & Social Care Partnership, is delivered in partnership with GP Practices and the 3rd sector to support people to live well through strengthening connections between community resources and primary care.
The Community Link Worker (Maternity Cover) will be employed by Edinburgh & Lothians Greenspace Trust and will work as part of three practice teams (Gracemount, Liberton and Inch Park) in the South East locality of Edinburgh to provide 1:1 person-centred and practical support to people in contact with the GP practice team.
Taking a person-centred approach, you will work with individuals to enable them to identify personal outcomes and priorities for their health and well-being and link them to local, city and national activities and support services.
The postholder must have experience of working with people who are facing complex social and emotional circumstances, a strong understanding of the challenges affecting people living in areas of disadvantage in relation to living well, extensive effective interpersonal skills in working with people on a 1:1 basis as well as experience in networking and relationship building with other professionals and organisations.
PVG: This post requires membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. Application will be processed for the successful candidate.
About Us:
The Edinburgh & Lothians Greenspace Trust is a successful and widely respected independent charity that undertakes community-based environmental projects, working with partners to improve the quality and accessibility of greenspaces in and around Scotland’s capital city. We believe that quality local greenspaces can have a positive impact on the health and well-being of individuals, particularly those living in disadvantaged areas.
Are you passionate about community development and working with communities to use their own assets to make a real difference to improving community life? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Volunteer Coordinator to join our great team at WATIF to help us advance our vision of being a beautiful and vibrant place, with a great quality of life for all. We are currently going through a period of growth with exciting plans for the development of our community projects within our area.
Our ideal candidate will have experience of working with volunteers, although this is not essential. More importantly you will be a great communicator with fantastic organisational skills, who will play a key part in looking after our volunteers, helping them to grow and ensuring our volunteering processes run smoothly and efficiently. You will be self-motivated with a naturally collaborative working style; and thrive working in a small, enthusiastic team making a difference to community life.
Working with the WATIF team, the Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for coordinating all aspects of volunteering and supporting the effective development and delivery of community projects across the organisation.
You will help to support and retain volunteers to deliver our services and projects – leading on volunteer recruitment, communication, logistics and stewardship with a commitment to equality and inclusion as well as healthy and safe working practices. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
We are seeking experienced Board Directors to join our Edinburgh Science Ltd Board. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in both the private and not-for-profit sectors, with enthusiasm for Public Engagement in Science. A science-related background is highly desirable. In addition, we are looking for individuals who can contribute expertise in areas such as Fundraising, Finance, IT, Marketing.
About us:
We are a not-for-profit enterprise that delivers activities in the UK and abroad including Edinburgh Science Festival, the learning programmes Generation Science, Careers Hive and a variety of climate /sustainability events and activities.
Our mission is to inspire, encourage and challenge people of all ages and backgrounds to explore, understand and engage with the world around them and to communicate the educational, social and economic benefits of science and technology. As leaders in our field of Science Communication, we work year-round to create and deliver dynamic hands-on workshops and exhibitions and inspirational shows, discussions, debates and performances that continually push the boundaries of public engagement with science. Communication and engagement is at the core of all our work and we strive to ensure that this is embedded in all aspects of our organisation.
About the role:
We aim to have a Board which covers the key areas in which we work, and we are now seeking to appoint additional members. We are also looking to diversify the Board. We encourage applications from the whole breadth of our ethnically and culturally diverse communities, and from people at all stages in their careers.
A summary of the role, tasks and responsibilities and other background is available here: bit.ly/3SWPhI7
Priority will be focussed on potential new members who have experience and skills in:
· STEM background and experience or
· Income generation and Stakeholder engagement
Our non-executive board have ultimate responsibility for the operation and development of the organisation, including employability, compliance with legislation, fundraising, public relations and financial control.
There are four full board meetings and an AGM of Edinburgh Science Ltd you would be expected to attend. Other sub-committees may meet on an ad hoc basis.
About you:
· Proven executive experience, ideally in an environment where managing change has been required.
· A strong background in strategy in the private or not for profit sector.
· An interest in the work of Edinburgh Science.
· An excellent ability to work in collaboration with other stakeholders.
· Experience of formation, implementation and achievement of a business vision and strategy.
· IT literacy.
If you have the skills, experience, and time to commit to this role, then we would love to hear from you.
We would be particularly interested in applicants who are:
· Women
· From BME or under-represented groups
Safe Space supports survivors of childhood sexual abuse through one-to-one counselling, therapeutic group-work, and an outreach service.
This new post forms part of the team at Safe Space, providing a counselling service to Young People (age 12-18 years old) at our base in Dunfermline and any other outreach buildings as identified. The coordinator is responsible for leading, supervising and coordinating a small team of a part time counsellor and 2 trainee counsellors to work with young people who have experienced childhood sexual abuse. The post holder will liaise with all relevant agencies associated with young people.
Within the 15 hours the post holder must include the team meetings once a month, group supervision and external supervision. Evening client appointments may be required, as may be occasional weekend work, for which time off in lieu will be granted as appropriate. The holiday entitlement will be 5.6 weeks plus 9 public holidays pro rata.
This post is a 3-year fixed term contract.
Full job description can be downloaded below.