Are you a senior leader with an ability to motivate staff and guide the work of a leading Scottish national charity to deliver for one of our most vulnerable communities? Can you promote a culture of excellence through collaboration with colleagues and external partners that drives continuous change and improvement to the benefit of our service users throughout Scotland? Do you have a background in health and social care and/or the third sector? If so, Scottish Huntington’s Association wants to hear from you.

Reporting directly to our Chief Executive, this role offers the opportunity to drive the frontline work of Scottish Huntington’s Association and make a real difference to an often overlooked, misunderstood and vulnerable community in Scotland. In addition to overseeing our three Specialist service teams you will be expected to demonstrate strong leadership and decision-making skills as a key member of the charity’s Leadership Teams, while also liaising effectively with our Board of Trustees. This is not a front line, client facing role – it is a strategic leadership role.

You will therefore bring a strategic approach, a proven record of success in operational delivery, and experience of leading high-performing teams. Putting our community at the heart of everything you do, and inspiring a positive, productive and collaborative organisational culture in line with our vision, mission and values, you will be motivated to ensure your teams deliver the best outcomes for families impacted by Huntington’s disease while also meeting the requirements of funding partners, donors, supporters and staff.

About Scottish Huntington’s Association

As the only organisation in Scotland exclusively dedicated to the country’s Huntington’s community, Scottish Huntington’s Association is recognised at national and international levels for its impact and approach. Our specialist staff deliver care and support that improves the lives of young people growing up in Huntington’s families, people with the disease or facing the onset of symptoms, those who are at risk of developing the condition, and carers. Furthermore, we are trusted by NHS and care providers to deliver Huntington’s disease training to practitioners including hundreds of nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and care home staff.

Our most recent impact survey found that 83% of clients are better able to manage symptoms; 85% say their mental health has improved; and 96% have more understanding about the disease as a result of specialist support provided by Scottish Huntington’s Association.

You will also be joining an organisation determined to maintain and build upon its high level of employee satisfaction – our 2025 staff survey found that 97% of staff enjoy working at Scottish Huntington’s Association; 100% trust and respect their line manager; 100% believe our teams work well together; and 97% hope to continue working for Scottish Huntington’s Association.

About you

You will possess outstanding leadership and interpersonal skills in addition to a deep passion for motivating teams to fight for and deliver the best possible outcomes for families living with Huntington’s disease in Scotland.

You will also demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, be analytical, data-driven, results-focused, and detail-oriented with ability to effectively prioritise your workload – all while mentoring your teams to do the same.

You will be confident working with colleagues at all levels across the organisation, contribute positively to our inclusive and supportive workplace culture, promote collaborative working, and able to advocate and influence on behalf of our community to external partners and agencies.

We offer:

• Workplace pension scheme

• Childcare Voucher Scheme

• 25 annual leave days and typically 12 public holidays per year

Note: Your annual leave and public holidays are combined, with four mandatory public holidays that must be taken from your entitlement on 25 and 26 December, and 1 and 2 January each year.

• Staff loyalty scheme: Employees with four completed years of service are entitled to an extra day for each additional year served, up to a maximum of five days.

• Flexible working options to support our staff and promote inclusive working practices.

This position follows a home-working model, with the option for a hybrid arrangement from one of our offices throughout Scotland. A full driving licence and daily access to a car are essential requirements for this role.

Working hours

The is a full-time role (36 hours).

You will be joining a friendly and passionate organisation at an exciting time for Scottish Huntington’s Association, now in the third year of Standing Tall: A Strategy For Growth 2023 - 2028. If you are interested in this role and can demonstrate you meet most of the criteria, we would love to hear from you.

At Scottish Huntington’s Association, we celebrate diversity and the innovative ideas it brings. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds.

You will find information about Huntington’s disease and our work at hdscotland.org.

Lead real change for men’s mental health in Scotland.

Men Matter Scotland is a place of connection, community and care. Every day, over 100 men come through our doors looking for support with their mental health, tackling isolation, and finding a sense of purpose.

We are here to help them do just that , through peer support, practical activities, and a welcoming space to feel heard and valued.

Now, we are looking for a new Director to lead the organisation through our next chapter. Someone who understands what it takes to run a grassroots charity and who can balance people-focused leadership with clear strategic thinking.

This is a busy, varied role in a small but complex organization. You’ll be visible, hands-on, and deeply involved in the day-to-day life of Men Matter Scotland.

About the role

As Director, you’ll work closely with the Chair and Board to lead all aspects of our operations and development.

Your role will include:

• Turning strategy into action and helping the organisation grow in a sustainable way
• Supporting a committed team of staff, sessional workers and over 30 active volunteers
• Managing relationships with local authorities, funders, and external partners
• Strengthening our internal systems, policies and processes
• Being a visible advocate for men’s mental health across Scotland

This is an opportunity to bring your leadership to a cause that matters. You will help shape our future while staying rooted in the community we support.

About you

We are looking for someone with senior leadership experience in the third sector, public sector or a similar environment.

You’ll bring:

• Experience of managing teams, finances and operations
• A good understanding of community development and the challenges of grassroots service delivery
• Knowledge of funding and income generation, especially local authority and trust funding
• The ability to build strong relationships, influence others and speak up for what matters.
• You’ll need to be someone who is comfortable managing complexity and juggling priorities, while always keeping people at the centre of your work.

What we offer

• Salary of £45,000 to £50,000 depending on experience
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays, plus extra leave at Christmas
• 3% employer pension contribution
• Flexible working and wellbeing support
• The chance to make a real difference every single day

As Director of Devolved Nations, you will:

• Lead Carers UK’s work in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, driving strategic impact and ensuring alignment with the UK-wide mission.
• Shape and deliver national strategies that bring about real improvements in carers' lives.
• Collaborate with government, public bodies, the voluntary sector, and other stakeholders to influence policy and secure statutory funding.
• Provide inspirational leadership to the Carers Scotland, Carers Wales, and Carers NI teams.
• Contribute to UK-wide senior leadership and organisational development.

You’ll need to be flexible, with travel across the UK, including overnight stays and occasional weekend work.

About You

We're looking for someone who brings:

• Significant senior leadership experience in policy, public affairs, or charity leadership.

• A deep understanding of the political and policy landscapes in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
• Strong governance knowledge and experience working with Boards or Committees.
• A track record of building influential relationships across sectors, including with senior government officials and funders.
• Excellent people management skills and the ability to lead dispersed teams.
• Commitment to Carers UK’s values of being Attentive, Ambitious, and Achievers.

Experience working with or understanding the needs of unpaid carers is highly desirable.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave (rising to 28 days with long service) + bank holidays
• An additional 3 paid days leave over Christmas and New Year
• Up to 10 days paid care leave
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Life assurance cover (2x salary)
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Free Health Cash Plan with a free, unlimited and confidential 24 hour advice, support and information line; free, unlimited and confidential GP line access; a wellbeing portal and app plus cash back to set limits for dental, optical and therapy treatments, plus kids cover and retail and restaurant discounts
• Paid Special Leave
• Organisational sick pay scheme
• Paid volunteer leave
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion staff network groups
• A recognition scheme including a values winner of the month
• Season ticket, cycle, and technology loans
• A learning and development culture with access to a Learning Management System

We are proud to be a Living Wage Employer, a Carer Confident Employer, a Carer Positive employer, and part of the Happy to Talk Flexible Working scheme. We have signed the Menopause Workplace Pledge and have achieved the Disability Confident Employer (level 2).

Diversity and Inclusion

Carers UK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects our community. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from those with lived experience of caring. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

The Development Manager post is a new role within The Haven and offers the potential for a highly motivated individual to join The Haven’s senior leadership team. Aligning with the Haven’s 5 sustainability approaches; Involvement, Innovation, Impact, Improvement, Income; this post will be instrumental in ensuring the immediate and longer term achievement of organisational outcomes and sustainability.

The Development Manager will lead the implementation of the business development and income diversification plan for The Haven centre in Forth, South Lanarkshire. Working collaboratively with the CEO and Business Support Manager, the post holder will have a high degree of delegated responsibility within the parameters of their role. They will attend Board meetings with the CEO to report on the progress of work within their remit and contribute to strategic planning/review sessions. In line with The Haven’s succession planning strategies, success in the role also has the potential to open up opportunities for future progression within the organisation.

Quarriers is seeking a Strategic Finance Leader in Social Care

Are you a qualified accountant and skilled in leading financial strategies in the social care sector? If so, we invite you to consider a unique opportunity to reach your full potential as Head of Finance.

About Quarriers

Quarriers is a Scottish social care charity with a rich history of over 150 years of providing care and support for people with disabilities, children and families, young people, young homeless individuals, people with epilepsy, and carers. Our services span the entire country, and we are committed to challenging poverty and inequality to bring about positive changes in people's lives.

Your New Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic Head of Finance who is a strategic leader to join our well-established finance team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the charity, this will include managing financial systems, processes, and controls, ensuring Quarriers meets its financial obligations, complies with regulations and standards. You will be a play a key part in financial system improvements, addressing any challenges and implementing risk management strategies.

Key Objectives and Accountabilities

• Financial Strategy & Planning
• Financial Management
• Commercial & Contract Management
• Reporting & Analysis
• Team Leadership
• Systems & Process Improvement
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Finance Business Partnering
• Key Performance Outcomes and Measures

This is a full-time permanent role working 35 hours per week in line with our agile working policy, which blends home-working with office time and service visits.

What you will need to be considered

• Fully qualified as a Chartered Accountant with membership in one of the CCAB-recognised bodies.
• Proven track record in budgeting, cashflow management, and preparing charity accounts and audits.
• Strong focus on bottom-line performance and cash management.
• Experience in contract management and preparation of tenders for complex organisations.
• Demonstrated ability in line management and developing high-performing teams.
• Proficient in using, managing, and implementing financial systems and upgrades.
• Experience in preparing and presenting financial reports.
• A full valid UK driving licence and access to your own car is essential.

What’s in it for you?

• Substantial holiday entitlement
• Generous workplace pension
• Family-friendly working policies and procedures
• Life Assurance
• Wider benefits including our Employee Assistance Programme, free physiotherapy & occupational health support

Quarriers have Investors in People Platinum accreditation and are a Scottish Living Wage Employer.

Are you an experienced property professional? We are looking for an experienced individual who understands our goals, to join our dynamic team of professionals.

At CHAS, we provide unwavering care across homes, hospices, and hospitals for children who may die young. We create moments of joy and support families at every step on this hardest of journeys.

The role

Children's Hospices Across Scotland is seeking an experienced Property Professional to ensure the smooth functioning of our property portfolio across the organisation. In this critical role, you will work closely with our Operations Managers (Hard and Soft FM), as well as external consultants and contractors, while ensuring compliance with legal, statutory, and Health and Safety requirements.

You will work with the Head of Facilities and Projects overseeing the property portfolio, work with our Retail Team in the upgrading of our existing retail units and have an overview of the current and future office requirements. This role will be involved in planned work at both hospices and all associated consultation and engagement to ensure the portfolio meets high industry standards for CHAS. You will procure and lead on agreed projects working closely with our internal teams across the directorates, including clinical and non-clinical staff, fundraisers and volunteers to ensure the needs of children, families, staff, volunteers and visitors are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Overview of the property portfolio working with key stakeholders, and developing a record and plan for upgrading and maintaining each property.
• Review of all leased premises.
• Planning and delivery of assigned capital works projects (typically up to £300K).
• Prepare briefs, business cases and scope of works.
• Budget preparation and report responsibilities.
• Work closely with the Operational teams to ensure compliance with statutory requirements, Health and Safety and Sustainability requirements.
• Work with the Head of Facilities & Projects in the implementation, review and development of the Property Strategy and associated capital investment plan.

Requirements

• Degree/HNC/HND in a Property or Building Services discipline or substantial relevant experience in a similar role.
• RICS or equivalent qualification
• Proactive with a positive attitude and excellent planning and prioritisation skills.
• Highly developed communication and collaboration skills with the ability to simplify technical information.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, including the ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Wide and detailed knowledge commercial property.
• Experience in managing multi-site estates with both owned and leased premises.
• Budget management skills and experience.
• Ability to travel to each of our sites across Scotland.
• Driving Licence and access to a car are essential for this role due to frequent travel requirement.

Why CHAS?

At CHAS, we care for dying children and their families. However, we also care about you. Some of the benefits of a career at CHAS include:

• Development opportunities for your career and leadership progression, and the time to prioritise your personal development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to make a real impact on the community by delivering best-in-class services.
• Working across different parts of Scotland with diverse stakeholders.
• Flexible and hybrid working available.
• The opportunity to continue paying into existing NHS pension schemes (subject to eligibility), or membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including generous annual leave and pension, incremental salary progression, access to Blue Light discounts, and health and wellbeing support.

Further Information

CHAS support families across the whole of Scotland. Our Head Office is based in Edinburgh, and we have two hospices: Rachel House in Kinross and Robin House in Balloch. We also have our fundraising office in Glasgow, dedicated bases in Aberdeen and Inverness, Shops in Dunfermline and Kinross and an exclusive event venue overlooking Loch Lomond.

As a team we work flexibly and are happy to discuss how we can meet business needs while accommodating individual working patterns and requirements.

This post is subject to a Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check.

Join Epilepsy Scotland as Head of Services and lead the delivery of impactful support that improves lives across Scotland.

About Epilepsy Scotland

Epilepsy Scotland works to ensure that the estimated 80,000 people living with epilepsy in Scotland have their voices heard, their rights respected, and their needs met. The charity has been a national leader in epilepsy support for over seven decades, combining front-line services with policy influence, education, and awareness-raising.

As an organisation, Epilepsy Scotland is deeply committed to tackling stigma, challenging inequalities, and offering person-centred services that empower people to manage their condition and live life to the fullest. Their services range from one-to-one emotional and practical support to community-based youth engagement and a national helpline offering information and guidance.

Responsibilities of the Head of Services

As Head of Services, you will play a key role in the leadership and delivery of Epilepsy Scotland’s strategic vision. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will oversee the organisation’s front-line services, ensuring they are responsive, evidence-based, and aligned with the changing needs of people living with epilepsy across Scotland.

This role calls for a confident leader who is equally comfortable working at a strategic level and managing the detail of day-to-day operations. The services currently offered include Emotional Wellbeing for Adults, a Welfare Rights Service, Youth Work Service and a National Helpline.

Key Responsibilities:

• Service Leadership: Provide strategic and operational leadership across Epilepsy Scotland’s services, fostering a culture of empathy, excellence, and innovation.
• Team Management: Line manage a geographically dispersed team including the Services Team Manager, Welfare Rights Officer, and Helpline Officers, offering supervision, support, and professional development.
• Service Development: Identify opportunities to improve and expand services in line with the charity’s strategy, funding opportunities, and the evolving needs of service users.
• Monitoring & Evaluation: Oversee the implementation of project plans and evaluation frameworks that track outcomes, ensure quality, and support funding compliance.
• Partnership Working: Build and sustain collaborative relationships with statutory and voluntary sector partners to enhance service delivery and reach.
• Safeguarding & Risk Management: Lead on safeguarding across all services, ensuring staff are trained, policies are up to date, and all activities are risk assessed appropriately.
• Budgeting & Reporting: Prepare service budgets, manage expenditure, and contribute to funding bids and reports for funders, trustees, and external stakeholders.
• Organisational Contribution: Work closely with the CEO and other senior colleagues to contribute to strategic planning, organisational development, and advocacy priorities.

What does Epilepsy Scotland need from you?

If you are a dynamic and experienced professional with a passion for delivering inclusive, life-enhancing services, this could be the role for you. You may have a background in health, social care, youth work, or another area of community support — but most importantly, you are someone who leads with compassion and integrity.

You will bring a well-rounded set of leadership, operational, and interpersonal skills, and you’ll thrive in a collaborative environment where you can balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.

Experience and Skills:

• A minimum of three years’ experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams, preferably in the voluntary, health, or social care sector.
• A proven ability to lead service design and delivery, manage budgets, and report on outcomes.
• Experience working in partnerships and with external stakeholders, including funders.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences.
• A deep understanding of safeguarding principles, health inequalities, and the social model of health.
• A reflective, emotionally intelligent approach to leadership and team development.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of work.
• You may also bring lived experience of epilepsy or another long-term health condition, and/or knowledge of the unique challenges faced by those managing such conditions.

Be part of a trusted national charity that supports, empowers, and advocates for people living with epilepsy.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and interviews arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Blue Triangle is a social care organisation that empowers people to thrive, by delivering solutions in connected communities which focus on the needs of each individual. We are looking for enthusiastic people who share our values (Kind, Passionate and Creative) to join our services accommodating and supporting people experiencing homelessness and empowering them to thrive.

Blue Triangle recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

What we offer:

Aside from offering a supportive and friendly environment where our people are valued and appreciated, we’ll see that your hard work and drive to succeed is rewarded.

• Competitive Salary and Pension Options
• Long service awards
• Access to our benefits platform with high street voucher and tech discounts and cycle to work scheme to name a few!
• Inhouse training programmes
• Significant Gym discounts
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• 24/7 access to employee assistance programme, including counselling
• A wide range of family friendly policies
• Life Assurance cover of 3 times your salary
• Credit Union
• £200 refer a friend scheme

And many more!

About the Role:

We’re seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to be responsible for reviewing and improving our existing internal Quality Management and Auditing Systems (including policies and procedures), who will ensure that suitable and appropriate file audit procedures are in place and are adhered to, thereby making our filing and record systems fit for purpose regarding Care Inspectorate, SSSC and/or Local Authority inspections and legislative requirements. To find out more about being our Quality Assurance Manager, click the link below:

Quality Assurance Manager Role Profile

About You:

Experienced with extensive knowledge and understanding of social care and of quality systems within Housing and Social Care environments. With a keen eye for detail, you will ensure all Blue Triangle Auditing systems, policies and procedures are held to a high standard and quality. Used to working in a team and also independently, you will assist our Central Support and service teams in a quality assurance capacity.

Moreover, you should possess the following qualifications and attributes:

• Full awareness and understanding of Housing Support and Social Care Legislation and Requirements
• Registration with SSSC (Scottish Social Services Council) with relevant qualification of SCVQ level 8/9
• Fluent English (both written and spoken)
• Exceptional report writing skills
• Great communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lone work or work as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to multi-task

We care about one another whilst taking pride in the service we offer. You will be working in a company with a strong identity and with the guidance and support of experienced Senior Managers you will be able to develop in your career.

Down’s Syndrome Scotland is the only charity in Scotland dedicated to supporting people with Down’s syndrome and their families and carers, throughout their lives. We are looking for a Chief Executive to take us forward in our mission of ensuring that people with Down’s syndrome who live in Scotland are living their fullest, most vibrant lives.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an empathetic, credible leader who is seeking a purpose-driven role in an organisation committed to celebrating the potential of every person with Down’s syndrome in Scotland, and effecting lasting, positive change for them and their families. Working in collaboration with our Board of Trustees, you will be responsible for evolving and delivering our vision and strategic plan, building on our legacy of advancing the inclusion of all people with Down’s syndrome in Scotland and ensuring that their families and carers receive robust support.

Equality and inclusion underpin everything we do, so we are looking for someone who can champion these principles with authenticity. You will lead and work collaboratively with our Board of Trustees and diverse group of staff and volunteers, driving the values of sensitivity, understanding, professionalism, pragmatism, openness, respectfulness and trustworthiness. Relationship building will come naturally to you, and you will confidently engage with the Scottish Government and public bodies in Scotland to influence national policy and advocate for the change that people with Down’s syndrome want to see. As our figurehead, you will be the ambassador for our fundraising efforts, constantly thinking of ways to further raise our profile and meeting with key donors and funders to safeguard the long-term financial resilience of the charity.

The ability to drive service redesign and organisational change is crucial, so we are looking for someone who has experience of doing so in a previous role as a senior leader in a mission-led organisation. Your knowledge of the issues affecting the charitable and not-for-profit sector will mean that you understand the importance of stakeholder relations, partnerships and outreach. You will be pragmatic and responsible, using your financial nous, effective resource management and analytical skills to help us make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve. Importantly, you will take a human rights centred approach, demonstrating a deep understanding of the inequalities experienced by under-represented groups in Scotland.

If you are aligned with our mission and have the knowledge and experience to help us shape a more inclusive Scotland, we would love to hear from you.

Verture is looking for a new Training Programme Manager to drive the development and delivery of our ‘Becoming Climate Resilient programme’ and wider training and skills development portfolio. We are seeking someone who is passionate about climate education, has experience in training development and delivery, and the ability to design and deliver engaging training to diverse audiences.