This is an exciting opportunity to join Cliftonville & Coatdyke Community Group at an important stage of its development. The Community Centre Manager will have the opportunity to make a real contribution to the ongoing development of the organisation, with scope to shape the role and influence how the Community Group operates and grows.

We are looking for someone who can not only manage the day-to-day running of the Centre, but who is also keen to develop effective systems, processes and ways of working that will support the organisation as it continues to grow.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Chairperson, Development officer, staff, volunteers and Board to identify opportunities for improvement, develop best practice and help establish sustainable and effective approaches to managing the Centre. The Chair of the Board will act as the post holder’s line manager, the role will involve close collaborative working with the Chairperson & Management team to support the continued development and growth of the organisation.

This is a role where your ideas and experience will be valued, with the opportunity to have a genuine input into the future development of both the role and the organisation.

CashBack Connections supports young people from across North and South Lanarkshire aged 10-16, who are at risk of involvement in antisocial behaviour and/ or offending. We will be providing 5 groups based in different locations across North and South Lanarkshire and where required will offer additional 1-1 support for the young people.

The Groups aim to encourage and empower young people to identify positive pathways of their choosing by providing activities that focus on both social and practical life skills, including:

• Creative workshops: arts, crafts, music, and drama that allow participants to express themselves creatively and build confidence.
• Life skills workshops: age-appropriate activities that foster self-sufficiency and resilience.
• Physical activities: to promote wellbeing and improve physical health.
• Community outings: activities chosen to enhance social skills and provide experiences that may otherwise be inaccessible.

The Group Facilitators will help co-design the calendar of activities in collaboration with the young people to ensure their ideas and voices are the focus and drive for each session. You will be a positive role model supporting the children and young people to actively engage with the activity, feel safe and respected and build meaningful peer relationships. As a result we are aspiring to reduce the risk of antisocial behaviour/offending and help the young people to realise their full potential.

You will have a supportive team of volunteers that will look to you for support and guidance. You will work collaboratively with the Project Coordinators to ensure all activities are risk assessed and children and young people at risk are supported in line with our Child Protection and Safeguarding polices, creating individualised, robust support plans.

We are looking for people who are enthusiastic, empathetic and inspiring to join our team and lived experience is desired.

Community Volunteers Enabling You | Registered Charity No: SCO20754

Breakdown of Hours

− 2 hours for group delivery to around 10 young people.

− 1 hour to assist with pick up and drop offs for the young people to remove barriers for attending the group.

− 2 hours dedicated to recording notes and session reports, planning and preparing for the weekly groups and any other task that the Project Coordinator may need assistance with.

If a candidate is interested in running 2 groups at a 10 hour contract, please highlight this in the application.

What we offer

We offer a rewarding role with the opportunity to develop your skills and future career in an enriching environment with the following benefits:

• 6% employer pension contribution
• 22 days A/L (rising to up to 27 days) and 10 public holidays (pro-rata).
• One special leave day to celebrate your birthday
• Flexible working
• Reimbursement of travel expenses.
• HSF Health plan (including dental, optical, physio claim back, personal accident coverage, GP, mental health counselling, legal support, and discounts for gym, cinema, and shopping)
• Quarterly staff wellbeing activities
• Access to ScotWest Credit Union (loans, mortgages, and savings accounts)
• Access to learning and development opportunities

Glasgow Women’s Aid provides information, support and temporary accommodation for women, children and young people experiencing domestic abuse. We have refuge accommodation, follow on services and outreach services both for women and children across Glasgow.

The purpose of this role is to provide therapeutic support to women experiencing domestic abuse, during their stay in refuge and as they move out into the community. This will involve providing innovative and creative 1-1 and group work support. You will provide person centred support to women as they move through their journey and will advocate to make sure that women’s voices are heard and their needs are met.

It is essential that you have experience of providing support to women who have experienced gender-based violence. A suitable qualification that meets with SSSC Housing Support registration is also required (examples would be HNC Social Services or SVQ Level 3 Social Services and Healthcare). The nature of our work requires a commitment to the feminist analysis of domestic abuse and to the values of Glasgow Women’s Aid. Due to the nature of the role it is essential that you have a driving license and access to a car.

Do you love and want to serve the local church? Do you want to know that you’re making a difference? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to use their gifts, skills and experience to ensure a safe, and welcoming environment for all our activities.

Background to the Post

Maryhill Ruchill Parish is a busy church serving a large parish in the North West of Glasgow. We have a small but really well used and well maintained building and we work in partnership to deliver activities to support the people of this most wonderful and challenging part of Glasgow. The last few years has seen considerable change for us, as we have emerged from the pandemic and took on a union. What we need for the next chapter in our story is stability, and this post will be vital to us achieving that.

Purpose of the Post

The Church Officer will work as part of a staff team to ensure the smooth running of activities on site, to provide a warm welcome and safe environment for all. Working primarily to,

• Prepare for all activities in the building
• Open up and manage key holders
• Monitor the condition of the building
• Keep the premises clean and tidy.

The post holder will be responsible to the Parish Minister, Maryhill Ruchill Parish Church (Line Manager).

We are looking for an experienced Money Advice Worker with experience delivering benefit and debt advice to join our growing team at GEMAP. This is an exciting time to be part of the organisation as we expand our work to tackle poverty in Glasgow through high quality, person centred advice.

As a Money Adviser, you will be part of an energetic and supportive team, working directly with clients to maximise income, reduce household costs, and manage debt. You will provide accurate, practical advice that helps people improve their financial resilience and move towards greater stability.

We are looking for someone with experience delivering advice who can hit the ground running, with strong knowledge of welfare rights and money advice legislation, and a sound understanding of the principles of financial capability. You will have excellent knowledge of state benefits, tax credits, and grants, and be confident assessing entitlement and supporting clients to make applications.

More than technical expertise, we are looking for someone who sees the whole person. You will be committed to delivering high quality advice in a respectful, non judgemental way and to supporting people at often challenging points in their lives.

Our advisers are expected to work in line with the Scottish National Standards for Information and Advice and to manage a busy caseload effectively. In return, we support our staff to develop and excel through tailored Personal Development Plans, our Employee Assistance Programme and by fostering an inclusive, supportive working environment.

We are passionate about our mission and are looking for someone with the drive, empathy, and commitment to make a real difference. You will be an excellent team player, a confident and effective communicator, well organised, and comfortable using IT systems to support your work.

If you want to work for an organisation that truly puts people at the centre of everything it does, we would love to hear from you.

Who we are

Alcohol Focus Scotland (AFS) is Scotland’s national alcohol charity, committed to preventing and reducing harm to individuals, families, communities and Scotland as a whole.

Scotland had been making progress in reducing alcohol consumption and harm from record levels, not least due to the positive effects of minimum unit pricing of (MUP). Unfortunately, alcohol deaths have risen significantly since 2020, due to the effect of the pandemic on consumption by heavier drinkers combined with reduced access to services. Research suggests levels of harm will continue to rise for some time.

Join us at an exciting time as we champion evidence-based alcohol policies and advocate for better access to high-quality treatment and recovery support to tackle Scotland’s alcohol crisis.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking a skilled policy professional to join our passionate team. You will have a varied and challenging role, providing policy and research support across a number of policy areas, with an initial focus on alcohol marketing and control on the sale of alcohol. Your excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills will be vital in ensuring we meet our goal of effecting policy change in Scotland, to reduce alcohol harm and improve lives.

We are looking for a candidate with:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a fast-paced policy or practice environment
• Experience of analysing, interpreting and communicating evidence and research to support policy and practice development
• Experience of working collaboratively and strategically with external organisations and agencies to effect change

What we offer

Flexible and Hybrid Working

We offer flexi-time to give you more control over your working hours. We work a mixture of office and home-based days to meet the needs of the post and to accommodate the needs of the postholder.

Annual Leave

26 days paid annual leave, increasing after five years’ service. 10 days public holiday (incorporating closure between Christmas and New Year). An additional Celebration Day that may be taken at any time. Staff may purchase up to one week’s additional annual leave per holiday year.

Well-being support

We provide an Employee Assistance Programme which offers round the clock support for all staff.

Pension and Death in Service Insurance

4-6% matched employer pension contribution, rising to 7% after five years’ service. Death in Service insurance is calculated as two times salary.

Company Sick Pay

After completion of probation you can qualify for up to five months full pay then five months half pay, inclusive of SSP, in year one, increasing annually for five years.

Transport support

AFS is based in central Glasgow, close to transport hubs. We offer a Travel to Work loan to spread the cost of season tickets and access to the tax efficient benefits of the Cycle to Work scheme.

Learning

We offer a range of formal and informal training and learning opportunities to support your development.

Enhanced leave

Maternity leave and paternity leave are enhanced above statutory to help you and your family, after a qualifying service period.

Social Connection

As well as the satisfaction of working with a skilled, friendly and dedicated team to make change happen, we support formal and informal opportunities to take part in different activities and get to know your colleagues.

Alcohol Focus Scotland is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Cathcart Church of Scotland wish to appoint a new Church Officer to support the running of our church buildings as we worship God and serve our community.

The Employee will carry out the whole duties pertaining to the post of Church Officer which shall include: -

1. Preparation for and attendance at the usual diets of worship on Sundays, and also all additional Sunday or weekday services sanctioned by the Kirk Session. The attendance will ensure that all Ministerial requirements are met as required. Subject to the overall direction of the Minister, the Employee will, in connection with these duties, act on the instructions of the Session Clerk.

2. Preparation for all Committee and social meetings of the Congregation, Kirk Session, Kirk Session working groups and all other Church organisations and any meetings or series of meetings specially sanctioned or ordered to be held in the Church, halls or other accommodation (all herein referred to as “the premises”)

3. Preparation of the premises for all services, meetings etc. including the heating, airing and general making ready thereof.

4. Opening up and preparation of the premises for occupation by third parties as permitted by the Congregation and subsequently locking up and tidying up as required after such use.

5. After all services, meetings etc. the Employee shall be responsible for effectively tidying up and cleaning the premises, washing up and putting away all dishes, utensils, etc. used and subsequently locking up.

6. The Employee shall be responsible for keeping the premises thoroughly clean and tidy. This will include the cleaning of all of the ground floor windows and the keeping of the whole grounds in neat and tidy condition. These duties shall also include the washing of the premises as often as may be required. The Employee shall also ensure that the lavatories are fully serviced with towels etc. always being available.

7. The Employee shall be responsible for ensuring all relevant Health and Safety checks are undertaken as directed.

8. If any repairs are required to the premises or their furnishings, the Employee will forthwith report the same to the Fabric Convener.

9. The Employee will order all necessary supplies of cleaning materials up to financial limits set by the Congregational Treasurer.

10. The Employee shall take telephone messages as required including passing on of messages.

11. The accounts for all supplies or services ordered by the Employee in terms thereof will be checked by the Employee and delivered to the Congregational Treasurer and Assistant Congregational Treasurer , duly initialled for payment, in the case of those accounts which have been approved by the Employee and with comments in the case of those which have not.

12. The Employee will be the first point of contact if the security alarm is activated.

13. Such additional duties as may reasonably be requested by the Employer from time to time.

Govan HELP is a growing, place-based family support charity, established in 1996, committed to improving opportunities and outcomes for children, young people and families living in the Govan area. We provide a range of integrated early-intervention and family support services, working alongside families to build on their strengths, promote wellbeing and improve outcomes.

We are delighted to be developing our new Govan HELP Family Centre, which provides a welcoming, accessible space where children, parents, carers and families can access a range of support, activities and services. The Family Centre brings together different areas of our work and strengthens our ability to provide families with coordinated support in a welcoming and community-focused environment.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Administrator to join our multi-disciplinary team and provide effective administrative and reception support across Govan HELP. The role will play an important part in the day-to-day running of the Family Centre and will provide a welcoming and professional first point of contact for families, visitors, partner agencies and professionals accessing our services.

We are looking for someone with relevant administrative experience gained within a busy office or customer-facing environment. The successful candidate will be able to manage a varied workload, prioritise competing demands and work effectively as part of a team. You will have excellent communication and organisational skills, a positive and friendly approach, and the ability to build good relationships with a wide range of people.

The role requires someone who is confident using IT and Microsoft Office applications, has good attention to detail and understands the importance of confidentiality when working within a family support environment. Most importantly, we are looking for someone whose approach reflects the values of Govan HELP and who is committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive and respectful environment for children and families.

The Job Description and Person Specification included within this application pack provide further information about the role, responsibilities and skills and experience we are looking for.

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Moira Anderson Foundation (MAF), a values-led charity supporting children, young people and adults of all genders who have been affected by childhood sexual abuse.

We are seeking a warm, compassionate and skilled Client Support Officer to join our team of 23 staff, based in Airdrie. This role involves providing trauma-informed support to children, young people and adults, helping survivors to access the services and support they need.

The successful candidate will hold a relevant qualification or have equivalent experience working with children, young people and/or adults. They will have experience supporting vulnerable individuals, a sound understanding of trauma and its impact, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred support. We recognise the importance of wellbeing when working in a trauma-focused organisation and are committed to creating a supportive, reflective and inclusive working environment.

Hours and Salary

• 35 hours per week (office-based)
• Permanent position
• Salary: £27,963 per annum
• Working hours:
  • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 9.00am to 5.00pm
  • Wednesday: 11.00am to 7.00pm

Benefits

We are committed to supporting the wellbeing and development of our staff and offer:

• Comprehensive induction and training
• Regular clinical supervision
• Enhanced employer pension contribution following successful completion of probation
• Death in service benefit
• Generous annual leave entitlement

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated and supportive team and make a meaningful difference to the lives of survivors of childhood sexual abuse.

Enable Glasgow is a community based charity working with adults with learning disabilities and their carers and families in Glasgow. We are currently recruiting for a full time support worker (37 hours pw) at our Balshagray House Service in the Broomhill area of the city. Balshagray is a supported community in the west end of Glasgow which provides 24-hour support and care to adults with learning disability. The project currently supports 17 people, 13 of whom live the main house, with another 4 living in more independent tenancies close by. We provide 24-hour waking support to service users in the main house, most of whom have relatively complex support needs. The people who are supported by Balshagray have close links with the local community, and the project actively links those living at the unit with a local support network.

We are looking for staff members who share Enable Glasgow’s values in promoting the rights of individuals with learning disabilities to live fulfilling and meaningful lives.

Our frontline support workers are incredible, caring and talented individuals whose skills are invaluable to supporting the well-being of some of the most vulnerable people in our society.

You will share our passion and commitment to our service users and demonstrate empathy and a strong desire to assist individuals to reach their own potential through a person-centred approach. In return you will have the reward and satisfaction of making a real difference to individual lives and will benefit from the excellent terms and conditions Enable Glasgow offers its employees. You will receive regular and comprehensive training to give you the tools to do your job and will be supported by a committed management team who strive to promote and support professional development.

Your role will be in supporting individuals with all aspects of everyday life including maintaining health and wellbeing, and assisting individuals with running and maintaining their home. Experience in residential support work is useful but not essential. The successful applicant should also be willing to work towards an SVQ Level 3 Qualification. Must be available to work on a shift rota basis.