You’ll be helping disabled people feel unstoppable. As a Community Fundraiser you’ll be right at the heart of our team’s efforts to make sure no one affected by spina bifida or hydrocephalus feels alone.

Each year, we aim to raise over £100,000 through Community Fundraising to support our essential services. Your mission will be to generate income by engaging with businesses, community groups, third-party challenge events, and volunteer-led fundraising efforts across the Central Belt of Scotland (including Edinburgh and Glasgow).

This is an exciting and creative role where you will have the freedom to develop and implement your own fundraising strategies. As you grow your fundraising success, you’ll have the chance to shape your own career path. At SBH Scotland we believe in rewarding success and encouraging staff to fulfil their potential. You’ll also be part of an experienced team to support you every step of the way.

What SBH Scotland can offer you

Flexibility – We offer flexible working, including the opportunity to work from home or around caring responsibilities.

Motivated and supportive colleagues – Staff scored SBH Scotland as 9 out of 10 for motivation and a supportive work environment.

An opportunity to express yourself – Staff scored SBH Scotland as 8 out of 10 for being supportive in taking risks with new ideas.

We also offer: Workplace pension scheme, salary sacrifice scheme, death in service benefit, toil system, childcare voucher scheme, 30 days annual leave plus 4 statutory holidays.

Reporting to: Director of Fundraising

Place of Work: Hybrid office/home-working model with base being the Dan Young Building, Dullatur G68 0LS. Occasional travel within Scotland to accommodate needs of fundraising. Candidate must have a driving licence and access to a car.

Working Hours: The post can be full time (35 hours) or Part Time (28 hours). Normal work hours are 9.00am to 4.30pm. The role will necessitate working some hours out with normal office hours, including evening and some weekends.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

To be as unstoppable as the people we support.

• Implement the Community Strategy, delivering effective, exciting and appropriate fundraising activity including the development of a Farmers Market Scotland wide.

• To be responsible for the organisation of a well-established Ladies Lunch event

• Proactively recruit individuals and teams for third party challenge events i.e. Kiltwalk.

• Proactively develop and nurture relationships with potential funders and fundraisers e.g. businesses, community groups and individuals.

• Identify and follow up opportunities to secure non-cash or in-kind support, e.g.

volunteering, pro bono support, donations of equipment.

• To be responsible for the stewardship of supporters.

• Co-ordinate the recruitment and appropriate use of volunteers to support local

Fundraising.

To be innovative and creative in your role.

• Working with the Head of Communications & Marketing devise a communications plan to promote Community Fundraising initiatives.

• Identify potential PR opportunities.

• Work closely with Direct Services colleagues to involve them in building relationships with supporters and in fundraising activities as required.

A commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

• Provide regular analysis of income and impact.

• To gather data and feedback to learn from failures and apply learning to improve processes and applications.

• Ensure that all donor and prospect records are maintained and updated accurately and promptly on Raiser’s Edge and that record keeping is compliant with the charity’s Data Protection Policy.

Do you share our determination to address the inequalities arising from childhood abuse or neglect in care in Scotland?

Are you someone that enjoys a fast paced, varied role?

Organised and with an eye for detail, you will provide admin support to a busy Support Coordination team. Your role is to ensure frontline staff have up-to-date information about services that people we work with need and provide administrative support in relation to new registrations, purchase of services and goods, making sure that purchases/ contracting decisions follow procedures and recording requirements.

You will join a warm, supportive team that strives to continually improve our work on behalf of the people we work with.

Future Pathways encourages all staff to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Hours can be worked flexibly in accordance with the needs of the service.

The role is based at our Glasgow office. There is scope for occasional home working. In the future, periodic travel may be required across Scotland.

We are seeking people to join our board to work alongside our existing trustees in supporting The Kinning Park Complex (KPC) in its mission to develop assets and services that are community-owned and led. In addition to the general Board trustees, we are also looking for individuals to be our Chairperson and Trustee. These are exciting opportunities for personal development for individuals with the appropriate skills and knowledge and will offer the chance to gain experience in governance and strategy. You will gain knowledge of working in a member-led organisation and contribute to developing KPC as a community-owned and led asset and space for the local area. Our board members should reside in the G51 or G41 postcode areas however exceptions can be made to fill skills gaps as outlined in the role descriptions which can be found on our website: kinningparkcomplex.org/join-our-board

Do you want to join an organisation that has been named recently as a Top 100 company to work with by The Sunday Times?

Are you currently working in social care or interested in considering a social care career? If you are and you would like to have an informal chat before applying then please call our House Manager, Tracey Chalmers on 07854958138.

We do not offer sponsorship for work visa’s; therefore you need to have the right to work in the UK to apply for any of our posts.

About Sycamore Inverness

At Aberlour, we believe that every child deserves the chance to flourish regardless of their background and the circumstances that have brought them to live with Aberlour. The children we support are presently not able to live safely with their own families and many of them have suffered from trauma and loss in their young lives.

Our residential service in Inverness is one of two houses that Aberlour has in the Highlands. Our experienced teams of staff seek to create a comfortable home for the young people where they can grow and flourish, participating in educational and community activities to achieve their goals.

What we are looking for....

We are looking to recruit a Residential Worker to join our team in Inverness. You will work 37.5 hours per week working in a residential house which is home for up to five young people.

As a Residential Worker, you will play a fundamental role in ensuring that our young people are working towards their goals through supporting them with different daily activities. These activities can include educational ones such as school and college as well hobbies and interests which include a wide range of outdoor sporting activities and attending fun groups. Not without its challenges and demands, this is a highly rewarding role.

This service operates a residential rota and, as part of this, you will be expected to work evenings, weekends, nights and public holidays. Shifts are set on a monthly basis, however may on occasion be altered to suit the needs of the service.

At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team.

What we offer...

As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers.

Want to work in one of the most influential places in Scotland? Now is your chance!

This is an excellent opportunity to join us as an Assistant Clerk at the Scottish Parliament. We have a number of vacancies and are also looking to expand our pool of Assistant Clerks who can be considered for future vacancies. As we’re also recruiting to a pool, if you’re not available to start with us immediately, you can also apply now to be considered for inclusion in the pool.

We’re looking for enthusiastic multi-taskers to work within our Committee and Chamber Office. Working in either office you’ll be part of a team in which you’ll play a key role in supporting the Members of the Scottish Parliament in inquiring into and debating issues of importance to the people of Scotland, in holding the Scottish Government to account and in deciding on new laws.

You’ll demonstrate an acute awareness of the political background with the ability to apply this within a high pressured and high-profile environment. You’ll have exceptional interpersonal skills and will establish effective relationships, both within and out with the Parliament, providing politically impartial advice.

As a leader, you’ll role model the Parliament’s values by empowering and motivating others, acting impartially and exercising sound judgement in everything you do. You’ll have excellent problem solving and organisational skills and will manage competing priorities to meet tight deadlines. You’ll have political nous, and ability to understand and apply procedure, and an ability to communicate with great accuracy and impact.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates from a Minority Ethnic background and candidates with a disability. All appointments will be made on merit. We have a values-based culture of respect and inclusion embedded in our organisation, and everyone has the ability to make a difference.

We offer a great range of benefits including: 41.5 leave days (including public holidays), flexible working, paid professional subscriptions, family-friendly policies, Season Ticket advance loans, an onsite gym facility, Health and Wellbeing Schemes including discounted gym membership, a confidential counselling and information service, and the Cycle to Work Scheme.

You’ll also have the opportunity to join the Alpha Civil Service pension scheme, where we’ll offer you an employer contribution of 28.97% of your basic salary.

For full information about this role and to apply for this job please visit our careers page. Please visit the recruitment process to further understand our application process and gain some hints and tips on your application.

Are you passionate about advocating for children's rights and tackling discrimination within the education system? Govan Law Centre’s Education Law Unit (ELU) is seeking a dedicated and experienced senior solicitor to lead the team. This full-time role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, with job-share options available for the right candidates.

About Us: The ELU represents children and young people across Scotland who face challenges due to Additional Support Needs (ASN). We fight for fair treatment and work tirelessly to secure suitable educational provisions for those who have been marginalised or discriminated against. Our work often involves complex cases where legal expertise can change lives.

Our Policy and Strategic Litigation project collaborates closely with the Scottish Government and key advocacy groups to shape and implement impactful legislation. ELU members actively participate in national forums, ensuring that the voices of our client group are heard and that critical issues are addressed.

Currently, our Education Law Unit delivers the Let’s Talk ASN Scotland project - an initiative that provides legal representation to families of children with ASN. Through this project, we assist parents and carers in navigating the often-complex processes of securing appropriate educational support. GLC are awaiting the outcome of a tendering process to continue providing this service.

The Role: This role is ideal for a solicitor with experience in court and tribunal advocacy, particularly in cases involving education law and discrimination. You will be joining a progressive community law centre committed to expanding these nationally recognised projects. Based in Govan, Orkney Street, the position will require some travel within Scotland, but GLC offers a blended working model with flexible home/remote working options.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advocacy & Representation: Provide expert legal representation for children, young people, and their families at tribunals and court hearings, focusing on additional support needs and discrimination.
• Advice & Support: Offer comprehensive legal advice and support to pupils and their parents, through various communication channels including telephone, email, and in-person consultations.
• Training & Development: Deliver training sessions aligned with ELU’s strategic objectives, enhancing awareness and understanding of education law issues among stakeholders.
• Policy Influence: Contribute to our policy work by identifying and addressing systemic issues within the education system, helping to drive meaningful legislative change.
• Funders: To work closely and report to funders of the service and to report areas of concern in the provision of education
• Stakeholders: To work closely with all stakeholders and enhance knowledge through participation in working groups, training sessions etc.
• Teamwork: To be responsible for supervision and support of the legal and casework team

Person Specification:

• Essential
  • Degree in Scots law
  • Diploma in Legal Practice
  • Full Law Society of Scotland practicing certificate
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Excellent research and analytical abilities
  • Ability to work efficiently with minimum supervision and meet deadlines
  • Genuine commitment to children's rights and social justice
• Desirable:
  • Experience with issues related to discrimination in education
  • Background in working directly with children and young people

Why Join Us? At Govan Law Centre, you’ll be part of a team that values justice, compassion, and community. We offer a supportive environment where your contributions will directly affect the lives of vulnerable individuals across Scotland. If you are driven by a commitment to social justice and have the legal expertise to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.

About ACOSVO

Established in 2000, ACOSVO is a growing membership organisation of 750+ voluntary sector Chief Executives, Senior Leaders, Chairs/Vice Chairs across Scotland. Our vision is that voluntary sector leadership in Scotland is influential, resilient, and trusted.

ACOSVO holds a unique position being the only organisation of its kind in Scotland with its members comprising of the key decision and change makers in the sector.

By offering a wide range of services, networks, personal and professional development opportunities, and relevant member benefits we’re here for voluntary sector leaders at every stage of their leadership journey.

Through engagement with members and partners ACOSVO has created a new Strategy for 2024-2029 with a new vision, aims, objectives and importantly a new suite of values that will underpin delivery.

We are dynamic and committed to strive every day to do better for our membership. We do this by supporting and challenging each other, engaging with our members, and prioritising learning. We have a culture that enables us to deliver at our best and our values are very important to us.

About the role

ACOSVO is a small team with big aspirations and it is a very exciting time to join our team. We are seeking a Member Services Officer to support the Membership Team to deliver vital services and supports to our members including opportunities for peer support and learning. The role includes supporting the planning and delivery of projects and member services, communicating with our members and responding to enquiries, and supporting the reporting of service performance.

Strong communication skills are required as you will provide the first point of contact for many of our members and other external stakeholders such as providers of services, networks and partnerships.

Ideally you would have some experience working in a similar role but with ACOSVO’s focus on learning and development, this is the perfect role for someone who is well organised, has an eye for detail, and has strong communication skills.

ACOSVO encourages staff to maintain a healthy work-life balance and as such we are happy to talk about flexible working such as location and when the hours are worked within our core hours of 8am-6pm Monday to Friday. Ideally we would like the post-holder to work Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, however we will consider other options.

The working location for this role is hybrid working from home or our workspace at Greyfriars Charteris Centre at Pleasance Edinburgh. There may be occasions when you will work at other locations within Edinburgh and across Scotland (these times will be arranged in advance).

Please note that this role is not suitable for less than 22 hours or as a job share.

Columcille have an exciting opportunity to join our team in a new post of full-time Assistant Manager. The post holder will work closely with the General Manager to ensure the effective management, development and quality of the service. The Assistant Manager will take lead responsibility for some key areas, as well as deputise for the General Manager. A minimum of five year’s experience of working with adults with learning disabilities and an SVQ3 in Health and Social Care is required.

Columcille is a creative day service which offers a wide range of activities for adults with learning disabilities, autism and mental health needs. Activities include gardening, cooking, pottery, arts and crafts, drama, music, dancing, printing and woodwork. Our approach values the uniqueness and gifts of each person and supports people to develop their skills and do meaningful work and activities in a friendly social environment. Columcille’s ethos is based on the principles of social therapy which developed from the thinking of Rudolf Steiner.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to lead a partnership with Fife Gingerbread, One Parent Families Scotland and Strathclyde Business School. We are delighted to be awarded funding to deliver lasting change for lone parent families in Scotland. Lone parents are an incredible pool of talent, and all too often they are locked out of the labour market or stuck in low paid work. Our mission will be to create Lone Parent Positive Workplaces across Scotland. We are looking for someone who can be a driving force in the development and implementation of this partnership project with talents in project management, partnership working and campaigning. Please contact Laura Millar (CEO) if you wish to have an informal conversation about the opportunity (laura.millar@fifegingerbread.org.uk)