Scottish Refugee Council is seeking a skilled Volunteer Team Leader to join our team. The Volunteer Team Leader will lead a small team of Volunteer Co-ordinators to deliver Scottish Refugee Council’s volunteering strategy. The role will ensure consistent implementation of best practice in volunteer management, oversee operational guidelines and drive the recruitment, training and engagement of volunteers. The Team Leader will provide operational direction, support staff and act as a key liaison for internal and external stakeholders to foster an inclusive and positive volunteering environment

About us

Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. Every year, we provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland, standing up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland.

The vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and can achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at www.scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave (including public holidays)
• Progressive salary structure
• Flexible working options
• Training and development opportunities
• Union recognition
• Fresh fruit, tea & coffee in office
• Enhanced pay benefits
• Enhanced pension
• Counselling & coaching service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Death in service & 24-hour GP service

As the Finance officer you will be an integral member of our team providing vital financial support to our CEO and Board of Trustees. Your accurate record-keeping and timely reporting will be critical to effectively managing our finances and Home-Start Clackmannanshire’s continued success. Your contribution to developing financial procedures and policies in partnership with our CEO and Board of Trustees will ensure that our financial operations are aligned with our values and objectives.

An overview of key tasks:

Financial management and accounting

• Check, process and record all payments, administer invoices, process expense claims.
• Initiate all online payments through our banking system.
• File all relevant financial paperwork.
• Follow up on overdue accounts as appropriate.
• Process all financial transactions through Quickbooks including year end and accrued income/expenditure.
• Maintain accurate records of payment receipts and the reconciling of purchasing cards.
• Undertake accurate monthly reconciliation of bank statements and receipts through Quickbooks.
• Produce monthly budgets report and cash flow statement.
• Support CEO in ensuring that employee expenses and mileage are claimed in accordance with financial policies and procedures.
• Process gift aid submissions and support CEO to acknowledge receipt of donations.
• Produce reports as requested detailing spending attached to restricted funds.

Payroll and HR

• Receive payroll reports from BrightHR, check to ensure accurate, and set up payment to cover salaries, HMRC payment and pensions.
• Input salary information related to core and restricted costs into Quickbooks.
• Prepare our pension payment via the NEST online system to ensure that pension contribution schedules are correct and timely.

Governance

• Support our CEO and Board of Trustees by producing the necessary financial reports.

General

• The Finance officer is responsible for reporting any problems or errors to the CEO in a timely manner.
• The Finance officer is expected to participate in regular supervision, annual appraisal, staff training and development programmes.
• The Finance officer is expected to adhere to Home-Start Clackmannanshire’s policies and procedures, particularly those relating to equality diversity and inclusion and health and safety at work.

Person specification

Essential

• A relevant financial qualification (for example HNC accounting; AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting or equivalent) and proven experience in financial reporting.
• Highly proficient and experienced in using Quickbooks and working with financial data.
• Accuracy in reporting detailed financial information.
• Advanced IT skills including the use of Microsoft Excel.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident to work independently to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of financial policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to learn new skills and keep up to date with changes in electronic systems.
• Commitment to the aims of the charity and our values.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Desirable

• Excellent working knowledge of accounting software that can be used for charitable accounting purposes.
• Knowledge of the charity sector and financial reporting requirements.

Other

Will be required to obtain a Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme Record Disclosure

The post holder may be required to undertake any other duties that fall within the nature of the role and responsibilities of the post as detailed above.

Do you want to help alleviate poverty and improve the lives of families and children impacted by illness and disability? The Royal Hospital for Children and Young People provides care to patients from across Edinburgh and nationally. Many will be experiencing very challenging and life changing events which also impact the finances and circumstances of the family.

This is an exciting opportunity to join CHAI Advice Service and help deliver benefits and housing advice through our highly successful service at the RHCYP. Comprehensive and continuous training is provided by CHAI to support this rewarding role.

Are you?:

• Resilient and able to demonstrate empathy at a challenging time in peoples’ lives, which will sometimes involve children who have terminal illnesses.
• Able to quickly learn complex rules and legislation on Welfare Benefits and Housing.
• Able to grow trusting professional relationships in a formal setting.
• Understanding of people’s journeys and the challenges they have had in their lives, and how poverty can have an impact on them.

As an Adviser in CHAI, You will:

• Provide high quality accurate advice, information, and representation in line with the Scottish National Standards for Information and Advice Providers.
• Provide advice within a range of settings from on site at the hospital, the CHAI office, community venues and some home working.
• Work in partnership with NHS practitioners at the RHCYP, social work teams and other children’s charity providers.

CHAI offers the following exceptional benefits:

• Extensive training programme
• Flexible working
• Access to Simply Health benefit plan
• 33 days of annual leave + public holidays
• Enrolment to NOW pension scheme
• Supportive work environment
• Opportunities to improve services and make a difference

Everyday people with chest, heart and stroke conditions leave hospital scared and alone. You can be part of our mission to make sure that there is no life half lived in Scotland.

By joining Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland (CHSS) as a Community Stroke Nurse you can be the difference between people just surviving and really living.

You will be part of Scotland’s leading charity providing support to people with Chest, Heart and Stroke conditions and Long Covid to live life to the full again. Our Community Healthcare Support Services provide access to a range of supported self-management and community recovery services to support people across Scotland to manage their health as well as possible and adjust to life after a diagnosis of a chest or heart condition or after a stroke.

The Stroke Nurse plays a key role in supporting a seamless transition from hospital back into the community for people who have experienced a stroke and their families. The role focuses on helping individuals adjust to life after stroke by providing personalised information, advice and emotional support. A core part of the role is enabling people to develop confidence in self management, supporting them to build the skills and knowledge needed to manage their condition, maxinmise independence and improve their long term wellbeing.

The Stroke Nurse will also help deliver the evidence-based, six-week Chronic Disease Self-Management Programme, supporting people to build confidence and skills in managing their long-term health.

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who is organised and motivated, with good communication skills. Candidates must have a first level general nursing qualification and have a minimum of 3 years’ post-registration experience in either a hospital or community setting. Experience working with people affected by stroke is essential.

CHSS employees enjoy a variety of organisational benefits including Company pension scheme, generous holiday allowance, company sick pay, employee welfare support, payment of NMC annual registration fees and life assurance.

For an informal discussion please contact Audrey Bruce, CHSS Lead Stroke Nurse, Lothian on 07391911439 or email: audrey.bruce@chss.org.uk CHSS also supports flexible recruitment through Working Families, and

we are “Happy to Talk Flexible Working”.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding, this role is subject to a PVG check. CHSS is committed to equality of opportunity and to providing a service which is free from unfair and unlawful discrimination. We therefore aim to ensure that no applicant, volunteer or member of staff is unfairly treated on the grounds of offending background.

This Scottish Government funded programme delivers inclusive voluntary throughcare services across Scotland for men, women and young people serving a short-term sentence or following a period on remand. A collaborative and relationship-based partnership model underpins delivery to support to achieve positive outcomes for people and wider communities. Improving reintegration and wellbeing ultimately improves lives and reduces re-offending.

We are recruiting for an individual who will be responsible for providing excellent customer service and administrative support to a range of partners including throughcare workers, managers, the Head of Programme and external stakeholders. The role includes management and maintenance of data records, extensive use of the case management system and provision of secretariat support. In addition to administrative duties, the role includes opportunities to support wider projects across the Upside Programme.

The successful applicant must be well organised and be an effective communicator within a varied and busy environment, have proven literacy and digital skills and be flexible to meet the challenging and changing needs of the service. Being educated to at least SVQ level 3 or equivalent is desirable, together with relevant experience of administrative work. Applicants must be computer literate with proficient experience of Microsoft tools.

This role will involve working as part of a dynamic national team, primarily remotely, with some work expected at our central Edinburgh Hub office.

Don’t meet every single requirement?

Studies show that women and Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic people are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every qualification. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job description, we’d love you to apply anyway. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role within Sacro.

A Level 2 Disclosure Scotland check is required for this post.

Sacro values diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

We’re looking for a delivery-focused professional who knows how to turn plans into action. Whether your background is in electrical engineering, infrastructure, or sustainability, you’ll bring strong technical understanding and a desire to apply it to real-world climate challenges. You’ll be confident managing complex projects, while keeping a clear focus on outcomes, and just as comfortable getting into technical detail as you are communicating progress to senior leaders and engaging others along the way.

This is a chance to lead real, visible climate action, turning ambition into delivery across a diverse public estate. You’ll drive the Mission Zero Route Map, delivering a multi-year programme of decarbonisation across buildings, infrastructure, and fleet. Ideal for an electrical engineer or experienced programme manager ready to step into the green economy, the role offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in low-carbon systems, energy efficiency and renewables, while expanding into climate adaptation and sustainability strategy in one of the world’s most iconic landscapes.

Responsibilities:

· Lead delivery of the organisation’s Mission Zero Route Map, a multi-year programme of decarbonisation across the National Park Authority’s estate and fleet.

· Plan and implement agreed climate adaptation measures across estate assets, including offices, visitor centres, ranger bases, piers, slipways, car parks and public greenspaces.

· Develop and maintain a robust monitoring and reporting framework for Mission Zero, supporting statutory climate reporting requirements and producing regular performance reports.

· Identify and manage resources, budgets and personnel, including internal teams, consultants, and contractors, to deliver decarbonisation and adaptation projects, using approved procurement processes.

· Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade as required.

Who we are looking for:

Your skills, abilities and experience should include:

• Proven experience managing complex programmes or projects, ideally in decarbonisation, renewable energy, low-carbon infrastructure or estate management.

• Experience delivering climate adaptation or sustainability initiatives in a public or private sector environment.

• Track record of budget management, procurement and oversight of contractors or consultants.

• Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating multiple stakeholders.

• Strong project and programme management skills, including planning, monitoring and reporting progress against objectives.

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, able to engage staff and board members.

• Ability to analyze technical and operational data to inform decision-making.

• Degree or equivalent professional experience in engineering, environmental sciences, sustainability, or a related discipline.

Ideally, but not essentially, you’ll also have:

• Experience specifically in electrical engineering, renewable energy systems or energy efficiency projects.

• Experience working within or with public sector organisations.

• Familiarity with statutory climate reporting duties.

• Experience with carbon accounting and environmental performance monitoring.

• Knowledge of climate finance, grants, or funding mechanisms for climate-related projects

• Professional membership or accreditation in relevant engineering or sustainability bodies (e.g. Chartered Engineer, CEng; Chartered Environmentalist, CEnv).

• Knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015

We cannot take play for granted – barriers and inequalities can limit children’s access. We work to overturn these and create opportunities where they are needed most, so that every child can experience the play they need to thrive.

Play Midlothian is a registered charity (no. SC025474), with an office base at the One Dalkeith Business Hub in central Dalkeith, delivering services throughout Midlothian. Each year, we support over 750 children through over 875 sessions, helping children (and, in some services, their families) to gain skills and confidence, be included and improve wellbeing.

We are looking for a Fundraising Manager to help sustain, and, where part of our strategy, grow this work. If you have a track record in securing grant funding, an interest in all forms of fundraising, and excellent communication skills, this could be the role for you.

About the Role

This is a key role at an exciting time for Play Midlothian, as we mark our 30th anniversary and will develop a new website and communications materials.

You will lead on developing and delivering our fundraising strategy, with a strong focus on securing grant income, including from lotteries, trusts and foundations, which currently forms the majority of our funding. Alongside this, you will help us develop other income streams over time, such as individual giving, corporate support and events.

You will be the sole fundraising specialist role at Play Midlothian, however we recognise that effective income generation is supported across the organisation, and you will work in close partnership with the CEO.

Museums Galleries Scotland is the National Development Body for the Scottish museums sector. We’re here to support more than 452 museums and galleries, whether through strategic investment, advice, advocacy, skills development or other means. We are a forward facing and inclusive organisation, committed to the ongoing development of a positive culture for our team.

We are looking for a Museum Development Manager to facilitate, promote and support development across the sector in line with Scotland’s Museums and Galleries Strategy. The strategy provides a framework for the sector and MGS to work to ensure the future relevance and resilience of the sector. It centres around three thematic strands of Connection, Resilience and Workforce.

We are excited to offer the opportunity of this post whose focus will be on Learning, Engagement and Wellbeing, linking to Education and Health & Wellbeing priority areas of the Connection strand. This role requires someone is knowledgeable and passionate about the role of museums in society and has a broad understanding of the wider education and health and wellbeing contexts in Scotland.

They will have the experience and knowledge to continue to build collaborative relationships, existing and new, and drive learning, engagement and wellbeing activities. You will actively champion MGS’s organisational behaviours both internally and externally.

The postholder will support the interconnected nature of the strands through working collaboratively with staff across the MGS team working specifically with colleagues in the Museum Development and Skills teams, bridging work and working across strands to support and advocate for the museums and galleries sector in Scotland.

The postholder will be proactive in supporting existing partnerships and relationships and developing new ones. Driving key strategic learning and engagement activities, the postholder will be collaborative, consultative and responsive to their approach in working with others.

The postholder will be knowledgeable and experienced in the museum and heritage sector, and able to collect, analyse and act upon relevant feedback, research and data.

It is anticipated that the postholder will hold a supervisory and supportive role within the organisation, relating to their work priorities, and although there are currently no line management responsibilities, leadership qualities would be expected when coordinating and working within specific projects and priorities.

Relationship building is a key part of the role, and developing links with stakeholders, e.g. Education Scotland, Public Health Scotland, Developing the Young Workforce, and other key partners, will be fundamental to successful and positive outcomes.

Would you like to help make a genuine difference in someone’s life? Join LCIL and be part of a team that is changing lives every day.

We are currently recruiting two part-time Welfare Advice Officers to join our dedicated and supportive team. If you’re passionate about empowering people and want your work to have meaningful, real-world impact, this is an opportunity to do just that.

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 grounded in inclusion, respect, and collaboration - placing people at the heart of our services.

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• Strong knowledge of welfare rights, including benefits and entitlements, with the ability to support our service users in accessing appropriate services
• Experience of effectively managing and prioritising a caseload in a similar role, ensuring timely and person-centred support

You will be confident working one-to-one with a diverse range of people, including Disabled people, individuals with long-term health conditions, and unpaid carers.

Following initial training in our Edinburgh office, you will work flexibly across office, home, and outreach settings, supporting service users to access the advice and resources they need to live independently.

Why Join LCIL?

We offer a supportive and flexible working environment, including:

• Flexible and hybrid working patterns
• 25 days annual leave + 10 public holidays (prorated for 0.6 FTE)
• 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 chance to show us what matters and how you can make an impact.

Would you like to help make a genuine difference in someone’s life? Join LCIL and be part of a team that is changing lives every day.

We are currently recruiting a full-time Welfare Advice and Brokerage Officer to join our dedicated and supportive team. If you’re passionate about empowering people and want your work to have meaningful, real-world impact, this is an opportunity to do just that.

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 grounded in inclusion, respect, and collaboration - placing people at the heart of our services.

This is a rewarding opportunity to provide vital advice and support to individuals who need it most.

We are looking for candidates who are willing to undertake and successfully complete Community Brokerage training (if not already qualified), and who can demonstrate:

• Strong knowledge of welfare rights, including benefits and entitlements, with the ability to support our service users in accessing appropriate services
• Experience of effectively managing and prioritising a caseload in a similar role, ensuring timely and person-centred support

You will be confident working one-to-one with a diverse range of people, including Disabled people, individuals with long-term health conditions, and unpaid carers.

Following initial training in our Edinburgh office, you will work flexibly across office, home, and outreach settings, supporting service users to access the advice and resources they need to live independently.

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 chance to show us what matters and how you can make an impact.