Vox Liminis is a pioneering arts and community organisation working within the criminal justice sector. Through our creative work we seek to generate fresh conversations and insights that challenge society’s responses to crime, harm and conflict. We believe the arts has a vital role to play in building connections, trust and belonging – restoring rather than furthering divisions. We have an excellent track record in delivering ambitious, socially engaged arts practice and we are excited about our future plans.
The role of Artistic Director is a critical new leadership role within the organisation. It offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to shape the organisation’s vision, to lead the development of our ground-breaking, creative practice, and to deepen the impact of our work across Scotland and beyond. An inspirational leader, the Artistic Director will have the experience, energy and ambition to confidently lead foward our plans for the future, working collaboratively with staff, Board, our community and participants, and a range of key stakeholders and partners.
Vox Liminis is in receipt of Creative Scotland Multi-Year Funding for 2025-2028 which, alongside other funding, secures a strategic and creative platform for our work.
Top job! Deputy Chief Executive Officer
- Part time
- £36,400 pro-rata
- On site: Office based at our premises in Ormiston
- Closing 30th June 2025
Fostering Compassion is a groundbreaking humane education project for vulnerable children who may be showing worrying behaviour towards animals or are struggling with compassion and empathy in general. Unique in our approach, our activities share the stories of rescued animals in a way that the children draw parallels between their circumstances and the animals, helping them see animals as sentient beings sharing similar emotions to them. Through sharing the animals’ stories, the children gain a greater understanding of their circumstances, providing a platform for them to open up about their own abuse and neglect, encouraging healing. We work to address the links between animal abuse, child abuse, elder abuse and interpersonal violence.
We are looking to recruit a Deputy Chief Executive Officer to assist and work alongside the CEO to provide strategic leadership for Fostering Compassion, ensuring that our services are delivered to the highest standards of quality and performance, fulfilling our mission and core values, leading by example.
You will support the CEO in acting as the ‘face’ of the organisation, maintaining relationships with stakeholders, donors and service users and providing direct management for the Volunteer Development Officer and the Fundraising Development Coordinator.
You will assist the CEO with the ongoing growth, development and expansion of Fostering Compassion to ensure longterm sustainability.
Responsibilities and Duties: Under guidance, the person in this role will
- Provide support to and work alongside the CEO preparing strategic plans and budgets
- Preparing and presenting (as required) Board papers and reports to enable the Board to effectively govern the Charity. To report and contribute to the Board of Trustees and CEO as appropriate.
- In conjunction with the CEO, oversee and Support the Volunteer Development Officer and Fundraising Development Co-ordinator
- Expand Supporter Base and assist with Development Plans
- Assist with development and delivery of services to a high standard
- Assist with Payroll and Staff assessments
- Assist with support and needs of Service Users and Event planning and execution
- Nurture and develop Community Relations and Partnerships
- Assist with identifying funding bodies
- Assist with Social Media and Website maintenance
- Liaise with the CEO regarding the overall financial arrangements of the Charity, ensuring relevant budgets are adhered to
- Contribute to strategic discussions
- Ensure that the gathering of performance data from services is consolidated into collective reports as required
- Ensure policies and procedures are up to date
- Ensure that disputes and complaints are dealt with quickly and effectively.
- Carry out other tasks and responsibilities of any nature as determined from time to time by the CEO, to ensure the effective management of the Charity.
Report to:The CEO. They are expected to work as part of a team but also be able to act on their own initiative
Work Hours: 70 hours per month. Work pattern flexible by agreement (some weekend work may be required. FTE £36,400)
Remuneration: £20 per hour (gross)
Location: Office based at our premises in Ormiston
Probationary period: 3 months
Requirements and skills
Essential:
- Proven experience in a similar position at Management level
- Sound knowledge of the not-for-profit sector and Charity Governance ideally including experience of Financial planning, Human Relations management, Organisational development and managing change
- Ability to work closely with the CEO while also working on your own initiative
- Have a demonstrable understanding of financial management, including budgeting and forecasting
- Have the ability to lead by example and display the personal drive, energy and coordination skills required to motivate staff and volunteers while working with them as part of a successful and established team
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills able to effectively promote the charity, its values, mission and ethos to stakeholders, funders and service users
- The ability to ensure that organisational change is managed in a restorative and positive manner, providing direction and leadership to staff and volunteers as appropriate while motivating and inspiring
- To provide cover for the CEO during absence and leave.
- Working knowledge of databases and MS Office (especially Excel)
- Knowledge and understanding of data protection, disclosure and safeguarding procedures
- Knowledge and experience of and with Social Media platforms
- A pleasant, outgoing personality
- Must love animals
Preferable:
- Knowledge of the Link
- Knowledge of the Human-Animal Bond
- Event management skills
- General Fundraising Skills
- Creativity
We are open minded about getting the right person for the position so even if you don’t feel you meet all the essential criteria, you may still want to apply.
Note: As part of the interview process we will be asking candidates to deliver a 5 minute presentation outlining their ideas for the growth and expansion of the charity to ensure long term success and sistainability.
Top job! Chief Executive Officer (Maternity Cover)
- Full time
- £40,500
- On site: Edinburgh
- Closing 30th June 2025
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible to the Board of Trustees for the overall leadership of the organisation. They will lead the strategic direction of the organisation in line with the 2025 – 28 Business Plan, which they will monitor in collaboration with the Creative Director supported by the Board of Trustees. The CEO will work with the Board of Trustees to ensure accountability and informed decision making for the governance of the organisation. They will exercise oversight of all management and financial decisions and will ensure legal compliance.
The CEO will be an outstanding leader ensuring all strands of activity contribute to shared objectives and will promote collaboration and the values of the organisation. They will be a bold and strategic think that takes a proactive approach to the role and will operate with high standards and be committed to the organisational values of excellence, equity and empowerment.
The CEO, alongside members of the team, will be an advocate and ambassador of Be United and will work to raise the profile of the organisation and champion the organisation in the wider cultural sector. They will manage relationships with key stakeholders, potential and existing funders and will be comfortable working at the most senior levels as well as with grass roots organisations and individuals.
At a practical level, the CEO’s responsibilities fall into a number of categories:
- To lead on the strategic delivery of Be United 2025-28 Business Plan and strategy to ensure implementation and delivery of objectives.
- Ensure all programmes of activity are delivered to the required standards and are regularly reviewed.
- To lead and develop the overall organisational culture, supporting and mentoring all direct reports encouraging a collaborative approach to working that contributes to clear and effective communication throughout the organisation.
- Ensure that effective partnerships are built with other organisations to expand the reach of Be United’s work, visibility and impact across the sector and within the community.
- To keep abreast of sector developments, best practice, and policy changes in order to identify and introduce appropriate innovation.
- To proactively push innovation and help the organisation evolve digitally.
Full details can be found in the job description below or on our website.
Food Insecurity Resource Coordinator
- Part time
- £26,000 – £28,000 pro-rata
- Hybrid: Edinburgh
- Closing 7th July 2025
Edinburgh Community Food (ECF) is looking for a dynamic and compassionate Food Insecurity Resource Coordinator to strengthen how local organisations and frontline workers respond to food insecurity with dignity.
This new role is part of a Scotland-wide initiative supported by the Scottish Government to improve responses to food insecurity and financial resilience. It will lead on developing and delivering engaging, practical training and resources for staff and volunteers working in community settings. You’ll work with local partners across Edinburgh, including Menu for All members, to co-design relevant content that supports people affected by poverty and financial hardship.
The role builds on our existing Cash First Toolkit and contributes to a national Learning and Resource Centre delivered in partnership with CFINE, Glasgow Community Food Network and Lanarkshire Community Food and Health Partnership.
What You’ll Do
- Inform the design of and pilot new training sessions that help organisations respond to food insecurity with dignity and confidence.
- Build relationships with local partners to align training with real needs and referral pathways.
- Create and adapt practical tools and resources based on ECF’s Cash First Toolkit.
- Promote the programme across city networks and support shared learning nationally.
Who We’re Looking For
You’ll bring experience in community development, training, or public health and a passion for equity, inclusion, and practical change. Whether your background is in health, education or the third sector, you’ll be a confident communicator who enjoys developing relationships and making an impact.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a small, committed team working to make good food accessible for all. We offer a supportive and flexible working environment, with opportunities for learning and collaboration across Scotland.
Join Us as Chair of our Board – Make a Lasting Impact
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for making a difference?
We are seeking an exceptional individual to become the Chair of the Board of Who Cares? Scotland, a mission-driven organisation dedicated to ensuring a lifetime of equality, respect and love for all Care Experienced people.
As Chair, you will guide our strategic direction, support and challenge the senior management team, and ensure effective governance as we continue to deepen our impact. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a charity at a pivotal stage, working alongside a committed and skilled Board and leadership team. At Who Cares? Scotland, we are deeply committed to placing the voice of Care Experienced people at the centre of everything we do. In line with this commitment, this role is open exclusively to candidates with care experience*
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven leadership experience, specifically at charity trustee or non-exec director level
- Strategic thinker with strong governance and oversight skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Passion for improving outcomes for Care Experienced people
- A collaborative, inclusive approach to chairing meetings and building consensus
Why Join Us?
- Lead a dynamic, passionate Board and support a dedicated team Influence real, measurable change in people’s lives
- Bring your voice and values to an organisation that listens
- Expand your leadership portfolio in a meaningful, values-driven environment
Prevention Campaigns Worker
- Part time
- £32,128 pro-rata
- Hybrid: Inverness office / some travel across highland
- Closing 6th July 2025
RASASH is looking for a Prevention and Campaigns Worker to join our growing Engagement services team! This is an exciting opportunity as we look to increasing our impact across Highland.
Are you passionate about gender equality and eliminating sexual violence? Did you know young people often tell us they experience sexual violence in many areas of their lives – in relationships, homes, at school, on/offline. Education on issues like consent, gender equality and healthy relationships is key to preventing sexual violence and to creating lasting change. Do you have the skills necessary to deliver prevention education workshops to young people across Highland?
You will deliver the national Rape Crisis Scotland Prevention programme across Highland as well as support teammates in the delivery of Rape Crisis Scotland’s Equally Safe programme, which involves delivering training to staff working at schools and universities. You will also support teammates with the facilitation of youth engagement on local and regional campaigns via our youth-led activist group.
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Are you passionate about making a difference?
An exciting new role has been created in the Fundraising team at ACCORD Hospice, perfect for someone keen to explore a career in the charity sector and who wants to learn. You will thrive on being involved in a range of fundraising activities. This role would suit someone starting out in their fundraising career, making a career change or someone who has volunteered in a fundraising department. It would also suit someone who enjoys building relationships, thinking on their feet, is proactive, organised and motivated to try new things and contribute ideas.
You will join a compassionate and collaborative organisation with responsibility from day one. Working with other fundraising professionals, you will learn about supporter care, communications, community and events fundraising. Reporting to the Senior Fundraiser, you will support ACCORD with a range of activities and projects.
Charity experience is welcome but not required. We recognise transferrable skills.
About us
Since 1982, ACCORD Hospice has provided palliative and end of life care to people living with or affected by a life-limiting illness in Renfrewshire and parts of East Renfrewshire. Our compassionate approach supports 1,800 patients and their families in the community, at home, and in the hospice each year. All of our care is free.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Operations Manager to join our fantastic team here at Cosgrove Care. We are looking for an energetic, values driven operational manager who can take responsibility for leading and developing our Supported Living services and leading on all aspects of quality, innovation, impact and efficiency.
You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to inspire, motivate and engage your team, families and public and local partners.
Reporting to the Registered Manager, and as part of the Supported Living Leadership team, you will lead and manage our registered services for people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs.
You will provide dynamic, confident and positive leadership and management that results in the achievement of high-quality services, growth and diversification of our work in line with our Strategy. You will ensure high standards of care and support, staff wellbeing, and will add value to peoples’ lives and contribute to our community.
If you are values led and passionate about person centred care provision, then we want to hear from you.
Child and Family Worker, Bridges Partnership - Glasgow
- Full time
- £28,085 – £31,341
- On site: Glasgow
- Closing 26th June 2025
About Bridges Partnership - Glasgow
The Bridges Partnership is jointly provided by Aberlour Glasgow Family Support Service and Shelter Scotland to provide support to mothers and their children living in the North East of Glasgow areas who are or have been affected by domestic abuse.
What we are looking for....
We are looking for a Child and Family Worker to join our team, working 37.5 hours per week. As this post includes an unsocial hours allowance, you are required to be flexible with your approach and available to work weekends, evenings and public holidays to meet the needs of the families you would support.
As a Child and Family Worker within our Bridges Partnership project you will;
- Undertake risk assessment and work to develop safety plans
- Advocate in statutory meetings, court settings and with other agencies on behalf of women and children who have or are experiencing domestic abuse.
- Using the safe and together model, you will develop reports to be used in courts in relation to civil and criminal proceedings.
- Work in partnership with the parents, either on a 1:1 basis or in groups to enhance their parenting skills and build their confidence
- Work with children and parents in a therapeutic and trauma-based approach to help them reach their full potential.
- Provide housing information and assistance
- Inform women and children of their rights
- Signposting and helping each mother to access additional services as needed.
You will have relevant experience and a sound knowledge of domestic abuse and the impact on the children and adult survivor and relevant theory in attachment and parenting. You should be able to demonstrate an understanding and commitment to women and children's rights. You will hold a relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 7 or above. It is desired that you are IDDA trained or are willing to work towards this.
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. To have a look at our values to understand more about what we are looking for from our employees click here.
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.
Inverness, Badenoch and Strathspey CAB is an independent charity providing advice, information and support to people across our community. We are a friendly team of over 80 employees and volunteers working over 3 locations (Inverness, Raigmore and Aviemore) delivering a busy advice service. We strive to deliver a good quality service that meets the needs of our clients in a non-judgemental and confidential manner. We aim for individuals not to suffer through not knowing or understanding their rights and responsibilities or not being aware of the services available to them. We provide advice and options to our clients so that they can make informed decision and feel empowered to improve their personal circumstance.
Purpose of the Role
As an Advice Worker, you will have an interesting and rewarding role giving advice on a range of topics but in particular Universal Credit and benefits. You will work as part of a supportive team ensuring our clients receive a holistic service enabling them to exercise their rights and access the benefits and services they are entitled to. At IBS CAB you will have the opportunity to gain a broad knowledge in a range of topics (e.g. housing, debt, employment) as well as developing your skills and experience. You will be supported through an extensive initial training programme and encouraged to continually develop during your time with us.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full information.