KPC is a well-established and well-loved community space with a large hall, a number of small office and event spaces, potential hot desking spaces, a kitchen, cafe, and a community garden. The space is a vital community asset with a range of community-based projects and activities including community meals, classes and events.

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic person to be our facilities and front of house assistant, supporting the KPC staff team with maintaining a healthy, safe, clean and well maintained building environment, and being a point of contact for users of the building and tenants. This role will work with the Building and Hires Lead and staff team

to ensure the building is fully fit for purpose and meets the needs of visitors, tenants and community members alike. You will also help set up and take down for events, and help with bookings and enquiries.

Edinburgh University Students' Association is looking to recruit a Maintenance Electrician to join our Estates team.

Edinburgh University Students’ Association is an award-winning organisation, which exists to provide diverse services, representation, and welfare support to the community of over 49,500 students at the University of Edinburgh. By providing opportunities, helping to create change and offering support, we're here to help students get the most out of their time in Edinburgh. We have five venues around the University of Edinburgh campus – Teviot Row House, King’s Buildings House, Potterrow, the Pleasance and Edinburgh College of Art’s Wee Red Bar – which house our offices, cafés, bars, clubs, spaces for students to meet, study and socialise. These spaces transform into some of the most well loved Edinburgh Festival Fringe venues throughout the month of August each year.

We are a registered charity and all of the income we generate from our commercial activity goes back in to supporting our members. We’re also an organisation with a strategic commitment to support and empower all our staff, and have some exciting plans for the future. There's never been a better time to apply and join our organisation.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. Edinburgh University Students’ Association is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

Collaborative Environment: Our team fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment where everyone's ideas are valued. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with skilled professionals who are passionate about what they do. We believe in teamwork and encourage knowledge sharing to ensure continuous growth and development.

Diverse Range of Projects: Working with us means you'll have the chance to work on a diverse range of projects. From small repairs to large-scale commercial renovations, every day brings a new and exciting challenge. This variety keeps the work interesting and helps you expand your skills in different areas.

Professional Growth and Learning: We prioritize the professional growth and development of our team members. We provide opportunities for training, workshops, and seminars to enhance your skills and knowledge. Whether you're looking to refine your existing skills or learn new ones, we're committed to supporting your career advancement.

Job Satisfaction: As a member of our team, you'll experience a sense of job satisfaction knowing that your work directly contributes to improving the lives of our members. Whether it's changing a light bulb or transforming a space, your craftsmanship and problem-solving skills make a real difference and bring smiles to our customers' faces.

Respect and Recognition: We believe in recognizing and appreciating the efforts of our team members. Your hard work, dedication, and contributions will be acknowledged and rewarded. We have a culture that values and respects everyone's ideas, and your input will be actively sought and appreciated.

The Role:

To use a complete customer focused approach to ensure excellent service, maintain the highest levels of technical support, repair and maintenance of electrical equipment as well as minor works of alteration and refurbishment in all Edinburgh University Students’ Association premises.

A proactive open eye approach is expected to ensure the delivery expectations of other stakeholders are met.

The post holder will work as part of the Maintenance and Estates Team. The Maintenance team will ensure the facility premises and contents are kept in good repair and efficient working order to an agreed and excellent standard, in line with regulatory requirements, to ensure safe operation. Each team member will be required to work as business needs dictate and in all buildings across the estate.

The Person:

An enthusiastic, confident and competent individual with the ability to achieve high standards in a multi-function maintenance role.

A person with very high expectations of themselves and others, with a passion for detail, who takes pride in their work, and who has the ability to maintain delivery at a consistently high standard.

The Property Assistant is a key member of the Property team and is responsible for co-ordinating the administration of building repair and maintenance work and assisting with the development of a comprehensive record and systems database within the Property Department.

This post will fulfil the day-to-day functions associated with the effective management of all Alzheimer Scotland owned and leased premises covering a wide range of duties and will include office based and ‘on site’ activity. The role will be based in Oxford Street, Glasgow but some travel will be required throughout Scotland.

The successful applicant will be able to build effective relationships with contractors and colleagues, have a firm administration background and be willing to learn new skills. A full driving license is essential for this post.

At Sight Scotland Veterans Hawkead Centre, we are looking for a Workshop Technician to enhance our team.

We are looking for an experienced and qualified Joiner who would like to work with, engage and empower Veterans with Sight Loss to enjoy creating in the woodwork workshop.

Our Activity Centre provides innovative and person-centred services and support to veterans with sight loss. You will work alongside the veterans to identify abilities, share ideas and plan projects within the activity Centre. You will ensure that the support provided is person-centred, tailored to their needs and is the right support for them. You will also work closely with colleagues across the organisation and external stakeholders to ensure that veterans can access the relevant support.

Projects can be big or small and new ideas are always welcome so if this sounds like your bag, then we would love to hear from you. We also encourage applications from Ex Military personnel.

About us

We're one of Scotland's oldest charities - for more than two centuries, we've been supporting and empowering people with sight loss to live fulfilling lives. We're proud of all we've achieved in the past - but we have our sights set firmly on the future.

We're determined that no-one should face sight loss alone. We're committed to improving, diversifying and growing our services to make sure we can reach many more people with sight loss - when and where they need us.

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.

If successful, you will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 6 months of your start date. After registration, there is a requirement to be qualified and to maintain professional learning, which we will support you to achieve.

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
• Full time & Part time hours available
• Double pay for festive bank holidays
• Long service awards
• Fully funded SVQ3
• 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!

This position would be for our Oban Solas service and require 16 hours per week. This role will follow a nightshift working pattern on a rota, including some weekends.

Housing Assistant Role Profile

If you have any questions about the role, please contact recruitment@bluetriangle.org.uk

Role Summary

To provide professional, friendly, and efficient reception services to Norton Park tenants, their clients, and visitors. This role also includes supporting the management and staff of Norton Park SCIO with administrative tasks and managing conference centre bookings.

Key Responsibilities

Reception Duties

• Answer incoming calls professionally and assist with tenant and external inquiries.
• Greet visitors and follow tenant-specific procedures for visitor management.
• Issue visitor and staff passes; maintain accurate records.
• Update staff records and manage security access systems regularly.
• Serve as an information point for visitors.
• Keep the reception calendar up to date and manage the reception noticeboard weekly.
• Ensure the reception area is presentable at all times.
• Manage the signing-in book during fire drills and emergency evacuations.

Administrative Duties

• Sort and distribute incoming for tenants.
• Prepare and distribute circulars and memos as needed.
• Support the Norton Park SCIO management team with various administrative tasks.
• Oversee and manage daily bookings for the conference centre and meeting rooms.
• Assist with booking enquiries from tenants and external organisations
• Maintain computer files and tenant lists accurately.

Communications and Marketing

• Assist with posting content on social media platforms and engaging with followers.
• Help update the website with news, events, and other relevant content.
• Support drafting and sending internal and external communications, including newsletters and emails.
• Assist with promotion events and activities through various channels.
• Assist in creating and organising marketing materials.

General Responsibilities

• Opening & closing facilities when required.
• Provide coverage for holidays/sick leave
• Follow all health and safety regulations and stay up to date when required.
• Comply with all organisational policies and procedures

Terms and Conditions

Place of Work: Norton Park Business Centre, 57 Albion Road, Edinburgh, EH7 5QY

Hours of Work: 14 hours per week: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm on Thursdays and 9:00 am – 4:00 pm on Fridays (including a 1-hour unpaid lunch break).

Salary: £24,000 pro rata

Pension: Norton Park SCIO run a contributory pension scheme, which staff are encouraged to join. Employer contribution 7% and employee contribution 5%.

Annual leave: Pro rata entitlement of 25 days of annual leave plus 10 public holidays each year. Note: Annual leave must be used during the Christmas and New Year break.

Volunteering leave: Pro rata entitlement of 2 paid days of leave per year for approved volunteering activities.

Health Insurance: Free Healthcare coverage through Benenden Health

Person Specification

Required experience, qualities and skills.

• Interest in working within the Voluntary Sector.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to work independently and on own initiative.
• High competency in Excel and Word (formal qualifications preferred).
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload.
• Flexibility and a team-oriented, self-motivated attitude.

Desirable criteria

• Formal qualifications in admin or reception services.
• Previous experience in a reception or similar role.

Duncan Place Community Hub is a social enterprise and registered charity based in a 3-storey listed building next to Leith Links providing:

• Community, events, and meeting space.

• Office space for local charities, social enterprises, and Community Interest Companies.

• A base for Duncan Place Community Hub’s own programme of community activity.

We are looking for a creative, enthusiastic, and committed Community Events Assistant to support the growing programme of activity in this exciting community owned social enterprise.

The role is part time, 18 hours per week.

The full-time salary is £21,945, pro-rated this is £11,286 per annum.

Annual leave entitlement in year one is 29 days plus the public holidays on Dec 25th-26th and Jan 1st-2nd, all pro-rated. Annual leave increases across the first 6 years of service up to a maximum of 34 days.

Auto-enrolment pension at 3% from employee plus 5% from Duncan Place. Duncan Place will match any additional voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 10%.

Organisational Profile:

The Village Centre is a vibrant community centre with over 100 groups using the buildings, and a busy café boasting delicious and affordable food daily. We exist in order to fulfil the needs of our local community by offering a safe and comfortable place for groups to meet, at affordable prices. The Village Centre is a place where all are welcome and all are valued. We strive to be a Centre for the Community, rather than a Community Centre, helping, serving, and equipping those in our local community to be live their best lives. Working in Partnership with East Mains Baptist Church, we offer a range of free courses and services, alongside our commercial groups meeting within our premises.

Job Purpose:

As the Centre Manager, the post holder is required to lead the team of café and support staff. To plan, coordinate, and direct a broad range of services that allow the organisation to operate efficiently and effectively.

The post holder will develop and underpin the services required to enable The Village Centre to provide a professional, relational, person-centred approach to serving the local community.

Support our information systems where appropriate, ensuring data integrity across the organisation, maintaining records with regards to volunteering, finance, bookings, payroll, and any other operational requirement.

The post holder will facilitate the room booking system, setting up rooms and co-ordinating catering requirements.

The post holder will drive a process of continuous improvement across all aspects of the business.

In addition, the post holder will attend meetings and networking events to promote the work of the organisation, and make good connections with other organisations.

Full job description can be downloaded below.

The One World Shop was established over 40 years ago and has played a lead role in the Fair Trade movement in Scotland, including helping Edinburgh and Glasgow become Fairtrade cities. As well as running a thriving city centre shop, we have an online shop and we support schools, faith groups and local businesses to learn about and sell fair trade products. We currently employ 7 paid staff and over 20 volunteers. Our aim is to reduce poverty in deprived areas of the world through trading fairly and we are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting low-carbon living.

We are seeking to appoint several new voluntary Management Committee members; we are particularly looking at people with skills and experience in any of the following:

- Human Resources

- Property, leases, surveying

- Retail sales and management

- Business management

- Finance, funding, ethical investment

Board meetings are held every two months by Zoom