Are you a motivated fundraiser who wants to help make a difference to young people across Scotland?

Youth Scotland is looking for a Fundraiser to join our team and help strengthen our fundraising activity, supporting community-based youth work across Scotland.

Working as part of Youth Scotland’s Impact and Business Development team, the postholder will support the development of funding applications, coordinate grant reporting, research new funding opportunities and contribute to partnership funding bids. The role will focus particularly on funding from charitable trusts and foundations,

Scottish Government programmes and other public bodies, while also supporting wider partnership and business development opportunities.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone who is organised, curious and motivated by social impact, and who enjoys bringing together information, evidence and ideas to help secure funding that supports young people and youth organisations.

Youth Scotland is the national charity for community-based youth work, supporting a national network of 600+ youth organisations and over 2,400 youth groups. Together they provide opportunities for more than 110,000 young people, supported by 12,000 youth workers and volunteers in communities across Scotland.

Alongside fundraising activity, the role will also contribute to initiatives that support the wider youth work sector, including helping organise Meet the Funder events and supporting Youth Scotland’s involvement in the National Impact Network.

Why join Youth Scotland?

• Be part of a national organisation supporting community-based youth work across Scotland
• Help secure funding that directly supports young people and grassroots youth groups
• Develop your fundraising skills across trusts, public funding and partnership bids
• Work in a flexible and supportive organisation with hybrid working options

If you have the skills, experience and enthusiasm to help strengthen Youth Scotland’s fundraising activity and support opportunities for young people across Scotland, we would love to hear from you.

Role Details

Hours:Flexible – between 0.6 FTE (21 hours) and full-time (35 hours). We are open to discussing working patterns with the successful candidate.

Salary:£32,204–£37,327 per annum (full-time equivalent), pro rata for part-time hours

Contract:Permanent

Youth Scotland prides itself on being a flexible employer. Office space is available at our HQ in Edinburgh but, depending on personal circumstances, home-based or hybrid working is available for this role. You will be required in Edinburgh for occasional in person planning or strategy days.

This is a really exciting time to join Girlguiding Scotland. With nearly 40,000 young members we are the largest charity for girls and young women in Scotland. We’ve been around for over 100 years and have much to be proud of in that rich and vibrant history, but we know that to remain exciting and relevant to young people we must continually evolve.

The overall purpose of the role is:

We’re looking for a collaborative and supportive youth leadership development officer to help disadvantaged girls and young women to build leadership skills and confidence through Girlguiding Scotland’s community-based youthwork opportunities. This role is a maternity cover until end of March 2027.

This role is funded through the Scottish Government’s CashBack for Communities programme as part of the Location CashBack project. This project is delivered in partnership with consortium partners from Youth Scotland, Boys Brigade in Scotland and Scouts Scotland. From April 2026 to March 2027 this work will be focused on working with Girlguiding members in deprived communities in Glasgow, Inverclyde and Renfrewshire.

We’re looking for someone who can build strong relationships quickly and who is comfortable working independently, as well as working as part of the team of staff and volunteers at a Scottish level.

They’ll need to have strong facilitation and communication skills, be comfortable delivering training and youthwork activities and experienced in gathering and using data to inform the direction of their work. They’ll need to possess a high degree of motivation, innovation, and creativity to engage volunteers in target areas and meet the project targets.

In the role they will develop and deliver a programme of over 400 leadership development opportunities for disadvantaged young people (aged 10-25) using Girlguiding’s programme of activities, awards and qualifications.

Location:This is a home-based role although regular travel to meet with volunteers, young people and other stakeholders in project areas in the evenings and weekends will be expected. This may involve overnight stays. You will be required to regularly work evenings and weekends, for which TOIL will be given. We do not pay overtime. You will also be required to attend monthly meetings at our office in Edinburgh.

Job Purpose

The Senior Education Delivery Officer plays a leading role in the development and delivery of the Trust’s school-based and community learning programmes, supporting children, young people, and families to build essential META Skills, STEM understanding, resilience, and wellbeing through high-quality, engaging, and hands-on learning experiences. In addition to delivering whole-class sessions, targeted small groups, and structured out-of-class activities, the Senior Officer provides leadership, mentoring, and modelling of best practice to other delivery staff. This includes leading and delivering targeted small-group interventions for pupils with additional support needs, ensuring activities are inclusive, trauma-informed, and adapted to meet individual developmental needs. The role also contributes to the design and improvement of innovative learning resources and projects, including wellbeing initiatives, intergenerational experiences, and alternative holiday programmes such as LEGO Clubs and creative learning camps. Acting as a key representative of the Trust, the Senior Education Delivery Officer builds and maintains strong partnerships with schools, community organisations, and families - supporting improved life chances, reducing inequalities, and helping children and young people thrive. The role also leads on aspects of monitoring, evaluation, compliance, and project coordination to ensure high standards of delivery and the achievement of project outcomes.

Job Role & Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver targeted small-group interventions for pupils with additional support needs, adapting activities, resources, and approaches to ensure inclusive, trauma-informed, and developmentally appropriate learning for every child.

• Plan, develop, and deliver engaging whole-class, small-group, and out-of-class activities, ensuring alignment with the Trust’s strategic aims and contributing to the design of innovative learning resources and session plans using tools such as physical activity, LEGO Six Bricks, and Sphero BOLT robots.

• Lead, mentor, and support colleagues, sessional staff, and volunteers, modelling best practice in facilitation, behaviour management, and inclusive pedagogy to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery across all programmes.

• Lead team building, structured play, and social-emotional learning activities and contribute to intergenerational programmes which promote empathy and positive relationships between children and adults.

• Oversee the development and continuous improvement of alternative holiday programmes, including LEGO Clubs and Cardboard Creation Clubs.

• Lead monitoring, evaluation, and quality assurance, including data collection, observations, session audits, coaching feedback, and reporting to the Senior Management Team, using insights to drive improvements.

• Manage resources and operational logistics, overseeing the organisation and procurement of materials, and supporting staff rotas, delivery schedules, and multi-site readiness.

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with pupils, families, schools, community organisations, and local authorities, acting as a key representative of the Trust at meetings and public events.

• Champion trauma-informed and inclusive practice, supporting colleagues to meet the needs of children with SEBN and embedding these approaches across the team.

• Lead specific projects or thematic areas, managing planning, delivery, performance tracking, and reporting, and contribute programme insights for funding bids and strategic planning.

• Ensure all activities comply with safeguarding, health & safety, and data protection requirements, and undertake additional duties as reasonably requested by the Senior Management Team.

“Our Children and young people have fun, feel loved & included, and go home with a smile.”

Join Our Team at Options Aberdeen

Options Aberdeen is a unique service created through a dynamic partnership between Aberlour and Aberdeen City Council. We deliver a flexible range of support—residential short breaks, care at home, and care in the community—tailored to meet the needs of children and young people with complex disabilities.

When families trust us with their child’s care, they know we provide a safe, nurturing, ‘home-from-home’ environment. This gives parents the chance to recharge while their child enjoys new experiences, builds confidence, and makes lasting friendships.

Working with us is not about quick fixes—it’s about making a real difference over time. You’ll help children achieve small, meaningful steps that lead to life-changing progress. It’s challenging work, but it’s also incredibly rewarding.

Why join Options Aberdeen?

Impact that matters: Every day, you’ll make a positive difference in the lives of children and families.

Career development: We’ll support you to consolidate your skills and build new ones, opening doors to future opportunities.

Team culture: Be part of a respected service with a strong reputation for excellence.

Variety and growth: No two days are the same—you’ll gain experience across residential care, community support, and family engagement.

If you’re passionate about helping children thrive and want a role where your contribution truly counts, we’d love to hear from you.

Family feedback:

“Aberlour Options Aberdeen for us has been a godsend. Our lives have changed at home. They listen to your views and try and help with whatever is the problem.” Parent.

What We’re Looking For

Are you ready for a new challenge and the chance to build on your existing skills? At Options Aberdeen, you’ll join an inclusive, supportive team where your development matters. Our experienced Lead Practitioners will provide guidance and mentoring to help you grow in confidence, enhance your skills, and deliver outstanding care for the children and young people we support.

We welcome individuals who can bring their own experience and expertise to complement our team. But if you’re just starting your career in social childcare, you’ll also be a valued addition. In return for your commitment and hard work, we’ll invest in your training and development so you can thrive in your role.

We are looking for candidates with enthusiasm, motivation and a caring nature with a commitment to working in a child-centred, outcomes-focused way. Candidates will have a collaborative approach and the ability to contribute to care and support plans that make a real difference. We are particularly interested in candidates with healthcare experience and skills to support children and young people with complex health needs in their own homes. This post is worked as part of a rota and includes, evenings, weekends and sleepovers.

Please note, due to the nature of this role, a full, valid driving licence is essential and the driving of service vehicles will be required. You must have held your licence for at least 12 months.

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. Have a look at our values to understand more about what we are looking for from our employees

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. Find out more about our Employee Benefits and our commitment to Equality and Diversity.

TD1 Youth Hub is recruiting a Project Lead for TD1 Cashback Extra, a major three-year youth work project in Galashiels. This full-time role will lead targeted groupwork, weekend youth work and local outreach for young people aged 11 to 18 affected by poverty, trauma, exclusion and risk-taking behaviour.

We are looking for a strong relationship-based practitioner who shares our aim to be a young person-centred organisation and can lead work that is trusted, responsive, inclusive, empowering and supportive.

Partners in Advocacy are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic individual to help us support the growth and sustainability of our organisation through community fundraising.

This is a new and exciting opportunity for a motivated and organised fundraiser to make a real difference by generating the vital funds needed to expand our work.

The post-holder will lead on planning, delivering, and evaluating a programme of community events, working creatively to engage individuals, volunteers, groups, and local businesses, as well as exploring opportunities to develop other areas, such as corporate fundraising and sponsorship, as part of our new strategy.

We strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. If you believe your skills, experience, and expertise align with the criteria outlined in the person specification, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please complete the application form, ensuring that you provide examples of how your knowledge and experience fulfil each aspect of the person specification.

Partners in Advocacy takes pride in being a Disability Confident Employer, fully committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment.

Kirkcaldy YMCA is committed to supporting children, young people and adults to reach their full potential through inclusive, creative and community-centred programmes. Our Music & Sound projects use music-making, audio production and wider creative industries as powerful tools to engage, inspire and develop confidence, skills and wellbeing.

We are now recruiting a Project Worker to join our Music & Sound Project Team.

This will allow us to expand our work with vulnerable groups, including disengaged young people and low school attendees, while strengthening our alternative curriculum and achievement pathways within the programme. We are now seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Project Worker to help deliver this exciting work.

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 575 years, and we are one of the world's top 100 universities, ranked 12th in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Impact Rankings 2025, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.

This is a great opportunity for a new Senior Therapist to join the University’s Student Services.

This role supports the University in responding to and supporting student wellbeing by ensuring access to appropriate resources and services that allow students to achieve their academic goals. The role of the Counselling & Wellbeing Team is to assist students to develop skills to manage and maintain their mental health and wellbeing during their programme of study.

In this role you will provide ‘One at a Time (OAAT)’ appointments, short blocks of therapy, and ongoing specialised support to students presenting with a wide range of mental health and wellbeing related challenges.

This involves working autonomously, both independently and as part of a team, to provide mental health assessment and to develop solutions and short model interventions tailored to individual needs. You will provide therapeutic support to students in both individual and group formats. As required, as the Senior Therapist, you will provide assessment/intervention to those at risk i.e. presenting with suicidal ideation and plans and be confident, if appropriate, in liaising with external services.

This post is full time and open ended (permanent).

The Common Good Cafe is a Social Enterprise of Tullochan which is a youth development charity, based in West Dunbartonshire, providing a range of projects and services aimed at helping young people lead full and rewarding lives and supporting them to achieve their full potential.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Café Manager to lead our community focused social enterprise café in Dumbarton. This is a unique opportunity to manage a vibrant hospitality environment while playing a key role in delivering meaningful social impact.

As Café Manager, you will lead daily operations, support staff and volunteers, drive excellent customer service, and ensure the café continues to be a welcoming and inclusive community hub.

About Aberlour Youthpoint Moray

Our Youthpoint Moray service provides help to children and young people in Moray who may be struggling with their emotions and behaviour, prompting concerns about their well-being. Our young people’s workers provide one-to-one and group work support for our children and young people, in a safe and relaxed setting. They help them to understand the issues that are affecting them, that can sometimes be the cause of their behaviour. They help them take steps to overcoming their difficulties at home, school and in the community. The team also work with other family members, parents and carers to improve relationships at home.

Aberlour Youthpoint Moray provides three distinct services to young people in Moray; Intensive Community Support (ICS), Early Help and Mentoring and YP Zone.

The intensive community support service funded by The Moray Council works with young people and families to help them achieve their full potential and develop important life skills through non-formal educational activities. ICS also supports young people and families to gain a better understanding of themselves, others and society by providing a safe, non-judgemental and nurturing environment. This is delivered via 1 to 1’s, group work, and family support.

Early Help and Mentoring service provides support to disadvantaged, excluded and vulnerable young people and their families to enable them to gain and retain control of their own lives and remain safely in their own homes and communities. Early Help and Mentoring supports young people to improve their health and wellbeing, make positive and informed choices and develop young people’s self-awareness and confidence. Early Help is delivered by Young People’s Worker’s through 1 to 1 and group work and family support. Mentoring and befriending delivered by volunteers on a 1 to 1.

YP Zone uses a harm reduction approach with young people to reduce their alcohol and substance use, this is delivered through 1 to 1 support, group work sessions as well as detached and outreach community work. YP zone supports young people to develop their knowledge and confidence on alcohol and substances, provides opportunities and experiences for young people to consider risk, take ownership and make positive informed choices.

What we are looking for....

You will work 22.5 hours per week across our YP Zone service, and your main role will be to provide one to one and group work support to young people as identified through appropriate referrals. You will plan and deliver activities and groups in partnership with young people in relation to their needs. You will work within a variety of locations in the Moray area. You will need to be able to drive and have access to a vehicle to be able to take young people out and about. The role will also involve liaising with partner agencies and entering data into Aberlour’s case recording information system.

The team will provide support during normal office hours and include regular evening and weekend working. All staff are expected to take a full role in the delivery 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. Have a look at our values to understand more about what we are looking for from our employees.

Please note, a driving licence and access to a car is essential for this role.

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. Find out more about our Employee Benefits and our commitment to Equality and Diversity

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