This is a great opportunity to join a national charity in a key finance role. You would be part of a small finance team and a supportive Central Services department. The joy of the role is that you will get to work with people from across the whole organisation and thus contribute to work aimed at making Scotland a better place for our babies, children, young people and their families.

In this role you will be responsible for the delivery of financial operations and the line management of the finance officer(s). You will need to be an experienced finance professional who has demonstrable hands-on experience in financial processing, is a proactive self-starter, has experience of line management and has strong working knowledge of financial systems.

If you have these skills and want to work in a values-led organisation with a nurturing environment, please take a look at the job description. This could be the job for you.

About Children in Scotland

Children in Scotland is a welcoming and dynamic charity that amplifies the voices, views and experiences of our members and children, families and professionals across Scotland. We achieve this through direct services, meaningful participation, policy work, inspiring communications and sector-leading events and learning opportunities.

We are a vibrant and inclusive community of dedicated individuals and organisations who use our skills and passion to bring evidence-based and fresh thinking together, with one shared aim of giving all children in Scotland an equal chance to flourish.

We are stronger together in driving lasting impact for Scotland’s children.

Diversity

Children in Scotland values the contribution of all our staff, whatever their background. Our recruitment decisions are based on fair, open processes, with appointment on merit. We welcome applications from everyone.

Further information

For an informal chat about the job, please contact Paula Watson, our current Strategic Finance Lead by email on pwatson@childreninscotland.org.uk or our CEO Judith Turbyne on jturbyne@childreninscotland.org.uk

I am seeking a Constituency Support Officer to help build stronger, more resilient connections within and between communities across Edinburgh South West.

I am looking for a proactive and confident individual who is passionate about making a positive, enduring/sustained difference in the lives of local people. Candidates could come from the charity sector, or private/public sectors, you do not need to have experience of working in an MPs office.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with residents, community groups and other local stakeholders to help make Edinburgh South West an even better place to live, work and raise a family.

This community role will focus on ensuring that local people have opportunities to make their voices heard on decisions that affect them, while also encouraging constructive dialogue between individuals and communities across the constituency.

Organisation profile:

ABWA provides information, emotional/practical support, refuge accommodation and accommodation advice to all women, their children and young people who are experiencing domestic abuse from their current or ex- partner.

Main Job Purpose

ABWA is seeking to recruit an experienced Crisis Support Worker.

Reporting to the Team Leader, the role of the Crisis Support Worker is to provide support and information to women and agencies who contact ABWA through our helpline, emails, and referrals.

The Crisis Support Worker will work closely with the Team Leader to ensure referrals are allocated to the appropriate part of ABWA’s service.

Candidates need to have experience of delivering crisis support, demonstrate a gender based analysis of domestic abuse, be motivated, an ability to work under pressure and must have a qualification suitable for SSSC Housing Support registration.

For an informal discussion regarding this post please text Fran on 07946 049199 or Leyona on 07483 036610 to arrange a suitable call time.

MULTICULTURAL FAMILY BASE is a unique, community based social work centre based in Edinburgh. Approximately 50% of our workforce are from a BAME background.

The organisation’s key objective is to support Black and Minority Ethnic individuals, children and parents deal with important transition points - this can be the birth of a child, the move into primary school or the move to Edinburgh for families who are new migrants. In addition, we combine our service delivery with student learning by providing high quality and diverse placement opportunities for social work students from academic institutions across Scotland.

We are now seeking a qualified, skilled and motivated individual to join our team:

Project Worker in Bright Choices project:

At Bright Choices, we offer free and confidential help to women, men, and families from ethnically diverse backgrounds who have experienced or are at risk of ‘honour-based’ abuse (HBA). This can include domestic abuse, extended family abuse, coercive control, forced marriage, and Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).

You will have a relevant professional qualification and experience of group and individual work with people affected by trauma, isolation and VAWG. You will have a strong understanding of HBA, and people who are likely to experience disadvantage or discrimination due to their race, ethnicity or cultural backgrounds.

You will be engaging service users in group work and will have knowledge of the key issues as well as relevant experience of working within a therapeutic, community development role in 1:1 setting.

You will be facilitating Creative Nurture Group in collaboration with an Art Therapist once a week, working with women affected by HBA, trauma and isolation.

A strong commitment to anti-oppressive practice and equal opportunities is essential. The posts require membership of the PVG Scheme.

For more information visit: mcfb.org.uk

Would you like to help people build confidence, develop skills, and have greater choice and control over their lives? Join LCiL and be part of a team making a real difference every day.

We are currently recruiting a full-time Peer Support and Learning Facilitator to join our dedicated and supportive team. If you are passionate about empowering disabled people and carers and believe in the value of peer support, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

At LCiL, we are a user-led organisation committed to supporting disabled people to live independently in the community of their choice. Everything we do is rooted in inclusion, equality, respect, and collaboration, with people at the centre of our services.

This is a rewarding opportunity to support disabled people, individuals with long-term conditions, and carers to increase confidence, develop skills, strengthen social connections, and gain greater independence through peer support and learning activities.

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• Experience of organising and facilitating groups, workshops, learning activities, or community events

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage positively with a diverse range of people

• Experience of working in a person-centred, outcome-focused role supporting individuals or communities

• The ability to build effective relationships with service users, volunteers, partner organisations, and stakeholders

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload

• A commitment to equality, inclusion, independent living, and the Social Model of Disability

You will help design and deliver peer support groups, workshops, training sessions, and one-to-one support opportunities. You will also work alongside volunteers, peer facilitators, and community ambassadors, supporting people to use their lived experience to help others and contribute to programme development.

Following induction and initial training in our Edinburgh office, you will work flexibly across office, online, and community settings, helping deliver a blended programme of support and learning opportunities throughout Edinburgh and the Lothians.

Why Join LCIL?

We offer a supportive and flexible working environment, including:

• Flexible and hybrid working patterns

• 25 days annual leave + 10 public holidays

• Generous employer pension contribution

• Opportunities for personal and professional development

We want you to feel confident and prepared. That is why all shortlisted candidates will receive interview questions in advance.

We value thoughtful, considered responses and are keen to hear about the full range of skills and experience you can bring. This is your opportunity to demonstrate how you can contribute to a service that empowers people and strengthens communities.

• PVG membership is required for successful applicants

• We welcome questions about the recruitment process - contact Caitlin McPherson at HR@lothiancil.org.uk

Partners in Advocacy has established itself as one of Scotland's leading providers of independent advocacy, delivering exceptional advocacy services since 1998.

We are thrilled to present a wonderful opportunity for a new board member with an interest in independent advocacy.

This role is home-based and open to applicants across Scotland who can travel to attend a small number of in-person board meetings throughout the year.

We are seeking a Trustee who will have good interpersonal and communication skills, a commitment to working as a team, an understanding of and commitment to our charity’s work, a broader knowledge of trends across the third-sector and the application of those to strategic work.

Partners in Advocacy welcomes applications from people with a disability, those with a minority ethnic background, and the LGBTQ+ community.

Are you passionate about supporting recovery from domestic abuse? Fife Women’s Aid are looking for a full-time Team Manager to join our supportive management team.

The successful applicant will have at least SVQ Level IV or equivalent level of qualification in management or other relevant subject, or equivalent experience and willingness to work towards a qualification.

You will be able to demonstrate a high degree of motivation, the ability to support and lead staff, a knowledge base of trauma-informed practice and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

An ability to cover on-call is an advantage (additional payments are made for this role).

Please join us for an online session to find out more about Fife Women’s Aid services and the Team Manager role. This will be at 6.30pm on Tuesday 29th September 2026. Please confirm your attendance to info@fifewomensaid.org.uk and we will send you details of the zoom meeting. We hope to see you there.

Fife Women’s Aid is a feminist organisation and strives to be a supportive and empowering employer offering competitive terms and conditions.

Membership of Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme is a requirement for this post.

If you would like further information about the post, please contact Kate McCormack, CEO at kate.mccormack@fifewomensaid.org.uk.

Carers of East Lothian is a values driven local charity making a real impact in the community supporting adults who care for family and friends. We have an excellent reputation, gaining recognition through the Carers Trust ‘Excellence for Carers’ Award and have secured the contract to deliver adult carer services across East Lothian for an initial two-year period and a total period of up to six years, to 2031. We are a Carer Positive Exemplary employer, Disability Confident Committed and a Living Wage employer. We are currently recruiting for the following opportunity:

Key Responsibilities:

• Re-establish, champion and promote Respitality as a valued part of Carers of East Lothian’s short breaks offer.

• Build relationships with local hospitality, tourism and leisure businesses, approaching at least one new business each month to secure donated breaks.

• Work with carers to understand their circumstances, preferences and support needs; match them with suitable local or national breaks and assist with bookings, donor communication and referrals where required.

• Develop partnership working with East Lothian Young Carer Service and colleagues to extend appropriate opportunities to young carers and families and, where helpful, combine breaks with other grants.

• Maintain accurate records of enquiries, donations, matches, outcomes, feedback and impact, and provide regular statistics and progress updates for funders and stakeholders.

• Ensure delivery complies with GDPR, confidentiality, safeguarding procedures and organisational policies.

• Contribute to the Respitality Delivery Network, maintain contact with Shared Care Scotland, and support related carer-friendly initiatives including Carer ID Card, Carer Positive and Think Carer training.

• Undertake other reasonable operational duties consistent with the purpose and level of the post.

Flexible working arrangements and 6% matched pension.

If this sounds like the kind of meaningful, varied and enjoyable role you are looking for, please apply and tell us how your skills, experience and enthusiasm would help us develop Respitality for carers in East Lothian.

About Us

EARS Independent Advocacy Service (SCIO) is recruiting for a Service Manager to lead an experienced team of independent advocates delivering services across the Edinburgh and Lothians area. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Service Manager is responsible for service delivery, business and people management and ensuring the organisation remains compliant, effective and impactful.

EARS Independent Advocacy Service is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO) which exists to provide free independent advocacy support that enables individuals to engage with and navigate systems and services in ways that ensure their human rights are upheld and that their views, needs and wishes are shared and included in processes and decisions which affect them. Please note that some knowledge or experience of independent advocacy in any context would be beneficial,but is not essential for this role.

About You

You will be a demonstrably effective and compassionate leader and manager with experience of service delivery in care, support or community settings and have an understanding of the third sector landscape. You will have experience of securing funding through successful grant applications or tender bids and of reporting to funders on activity delivered and outcomes and impact achieved. You will be comfortable engaging with a range of stakeholders, skilled in relationship building and positive conflict resolution. You will have experience of effectively setting and managing budgets and operational finances and of producing clear and robust financial reports.

For more information, please find the full Service Manager Job Description and Person Specification below.

Equality and Diversity

EARS Independent Advocacy Service demonstrates its commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion throughout all organisational activity and recruitment, and actively encourages applications from individuals from under-represented and equalities groups and communities.

The Organisational Administrator will provide practical administrative support across Citizens Advice Edinburgh, helping to reduce routine operational tasks currently carried out by the Chief Executive and management team. The role will support basic finance processing, manage incoming post and shared email inboxes, facilities administration, data processing and the preparation of accurate minutes and action notes from management meetings. The postholder will help ensure that core administrative systems are reliable, well organised and responsive to the needs of a busy city-wide advice charity.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the cities leading charities and make a substantial contribution to your local community. Competitive salaries and a 7% Employers Pension Contribution are among the many benefits of joining this fantastic organisation. If you are looking for a new opportunity, full details are included in the role descriptions. For an informal discussion about any of the roles, please contact Benjamin Napier, Chief Executive on 07840770563 or by email at bejaminnapier@cabedinburgh.org.uk