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.

About Advice Direct Scotland

Advice Direct Scotland is Scotland’s national advice agency, delivering free, impartial, and practical support on consumer, debt, energy, and a range of other issues. We empower individuals and communities across Scotland through accessible digital and telephone services, working in partnership with government, third sector, and private organisations.

We are entering an exciting period of growth and innovation. To support this, we are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and values-driven individual to lead our Business Development and Impact functions.

Role Purpose

The Head of Business Development and Impact will play a pivotal role in driving the strategic growth of Advice Direct Scotland. They will identify and secure new opportunities for funding, partnerships, and service delivery.

In addition embedding impact measurement with our data, reporting across the organisation and to the wider sector.

This senior role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in business development, income generation, and social impact leadership within the charity or public sector.

At The National Lottery Community Fund we are passionate about strengthening communities and improving lives. We are driven by our strategy, ‘It starts with community’ and its four community-led missions, as well as our equity-based approach to tackling poverty, discrimination and disadvantage. As part of our commitment to being more than a funder, we are serious about enabling collaboration, sharing best practice, amplifying the impact of our grant holders and influencing future policy making.

We are now seeking to appoint a Head of Policy Engagement to lead our engagement in Scotland with policymakers and senior sectoral stakeholders under those four community-led missions. Using your deep understanding of the political, social and policy environment in which our grant holders operate, you will ensure our funding is aligned with policy and has the greatest impact possible as well as using learning from our grant holders to influence future policy development.

You will already have well established relationships with Scottish Government, other funders and the third sector. You will use this to share learning and insight from our funding, lead consultations and identify opportunities for future collaboration.

You will be part of a policy and practice network across the Fund, working collaboratively with colleagues across the UK to develop One-Fund approaches to our missions.

We’re looking for someone who is values-driven, passionate about the Fund’s purpose and deeply committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. You will have a strong track record of influencing at a senior level and be able to articulate strategic ambitions clearly and effectively. You will also have a nuanced understanding of the role of a non-Departmental Public Body in the policy landscape and experience of working collaboratively across organisational boundaries. As a member of the Scotland Directorate Senior Management team, you will provide inspiring leadership and strategic direction to the wider team.

The role is likely to involve some travel across Scotland, as well as to other parts of the UK to connect with colleagues. We offer a flexible and supportive working environment and an excellent all-round benefits package.

Glasgow West Housing Association Ltd is a voluntary, not for profit organisation and a registered charity, with a history dating back to 1978. We own over 1500 rented properties and through our trading subsidiary (Glasgow West Enterprises Limited, GWEn) provide property factoring services for around 600 residential and commercial owners.

Following the recent restructuring of the Executive Team, we have two vacancies for high-performing, motivated individuals to join our senior management team. These newly created posts offer an excellent opportunity to join our GWHA team at Director level to contribute to our vision of shaping thriving communities by enhancing our services, ensuring robust governance and supporting optimum performance.

In addition to direct applications, we are willing to consider shared, or agency services for these roles: for an informal discussion, please contact recruitment@glasgowwestha.co.uk in the first instance.

As Lead Officer of the Finance and ICT division, you will be responsible for directing group financial, ICT and risk management services for GWHA and GWEn:

• Developing and driving sustainable, robust strategies, policies and performance
• Promotion of Glasgow West’s vision and values through effective leadership and direction
• Ensuring sound financial management, planning and reporting
• Driving ICT and office management services to enhance customer service and support growth
• Developing robust frameworks to ensure business continuity and the effective management of risk.

The ideal candidate will be further educated to SCQF Level 9 (Degree level) or above with extensive experience in a comparable role.

In return, GWHA offer generous EVH Terms and Conditions including:

• 25 days annual leave and 15 public holidays (pro rata)
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• Death in Service Benefit
• Flexible working practices including hybrid working, flexi time, enhanced occupational maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Specific GWHA benefits including annual service commitment award, long service award and additional festive leave
• Professional development & training opportunities

Post subject to satisfactory Level 1 Disclosure Check.

Glasgow West Housing Association Ltd is a voluntary, not for profit organisation and a registered charity, with a history dating back to 1978. We own over 1500 rented properties and through our trading subsidiary (Glasgow West Enterprises Limited, GWEn) provide property factoring services for around 600 residential and commercial owners.

Following the recent restructuring of the Executive Team, we have two vacancies for high-performing, motivated individuals to join our senior management team. These newly created posts offer an excellent opportunity to join our GWHA team at Director level to contribute to our vision of shaping thriving communities by enhancing our services, ensuring robust governance and supporting optimum performance.

In addition to direct applications, we are willing to consider shared, or agency services for these roles: for an informal discussion, please contact recruitment@glasgowwestha.co.uk in the first instance.

As Lead Officer of the Governance division, you will be responsible for directing Governance and HR services for GWHA and GWEn:

• Developing and driving sustainable, robust strategies, policies and performance
• Promotion of Glasgow West’s vision and values through effective leadership and direction
• Developing robust governance, HR and performance management frameworks, including quality assurance and performance leadership strategies
• Ensuring compliance with governance requirements, including timely co-ordination of all governance reports and corporate communications.
• Continued development of compatible non-charitable sustainable services through the trading subsidiary, Glasgow West Enterprises (GWEn)
• Leading corporate branding and creating and embedding a supportive culture, championing diversity, inclusion, equality and wellbeing.

The ideal candidate will be further educated to SCQF Level 9 (Degree level) or above with extensive experience in a comparable role.

In return, GWHA offers generous EVH Terms and Conditions including:

• 25 days annual leave and 15 public holidays (pro rata)
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• Death in Service Benefit
• Flexible working practices including hybrid working, flexi time, enhanced occupational maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Specific GWHA benefits including; annual service commitment award, long service award and additional festive leave
• Professional development & training opportunities

Post subject to satisfactory Level 1 Disclosure Check.

Have you worked in fundraising, communications or perhaps in a commercial/retail environment, as a senior leader for several years and are looking for a new challenge? Do you have a good understanding of how to lead a diverse fundraising portfolio? Are you a dynamic, motivating leader with evidence of successfully delivering strategic aims? - then this opportunity could be for you.

Leading Alzheimer Scotland’s Fundraising & Engagement Team the key purpose of this role is to lead and embed a multifaceted and sustainable fundraising portfolio, that supports the charities self-funded services (such as, but not limited to; Dementia Resource Centres, 24hr Freephone Dementia Helpline and national dementia advisory service) to deliver Alzheimer Scotland’s mission; to ensure nobody faces dementia alone.

Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity. We provide support and information to people with dementia, their carers and families, we campaign for the rights of people with dementia, support vital dementia research and promote positive brain health.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate previous experience in leading, exciting and nurturing a diverse Fundraising, Commercial or Communications Team to retain and grow a network of supporters. The successful candidate will have exceptional communication skills, an initiate ability to collaborate across internal and external networks, whilst demonstrating the ability to lead multiple projects at any one time and the ability to manage relevant resources required. You must be highly motivated, organised, have great attention to detail, excellent IT skills, a ‘can do’ attitude and thrive with autonomy.

A full and valid driving licence and access to a vehicle is required for this role.

The successful candidate for this post will be subject to a criminal check through Disclosure Scotland.

Glasgow Sculpture Studios (GSS) is excited to announce that we are looking to appoint a new Director. We are interested to hear from dynamic and visionary candidates who hold demonstrable leadership experience and skills, and who have a track record of delivering innovative approaches to organisational development that is mission-centred and guided by the experience and insights of a staff team, artists, and communities.

This opportunity comes at a unique and exciting juncture in the organisation’s trajectory and we are looking for an inspirational leader to harness the positive momentum and strategic goals gained over the past 10 years and channel this drive towards unlocking the full potential of GSS. We are looking for an individual who understands the holistic and interconnected nature of our organisational structure; that artistic excellence cannot be divorced from the wide variety of infrastructures required to sustain it.

The Director is a critical and pivotal role at GSS and is the lynchpin of our governance and operational structures. This entails liaising and reporting to our Board of Directors and providing direct line management support to the Managers of GSS’ three principle operational areas: Workshops and Production Facilities; Operations and Building; and Learning and Engagement.

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

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.