An opportunity has arisen to join Access to Industry’s (AI) East Lothian Employability Project. You will be a self-starter who is able to encourage engagement, build positive relationships based on trust and respect, and support progression to positive destinations. You will be a confident network builder, working autonomously in outreach.

Full details are available in the recruitment pack below.

We have a great opportunity for the right person to join our team at Southside Housing Association. We are a friendly, forward-thinking organisation where innovation, flexibility and positive communication is embraced. Our focus is on quality of service and helping others.

We are a charitable community controlled housing association owning and managing approximately 2,250 houses for social rent, providing a factoring service for approximately 750 owners and manage just over 250 properties through our subsidiary Southside Lettings for Mid-Market. We also have an extensive development programme to build new homes.

The Association is now recruiting within our Multi Site Concierge Team for a Sessional worker.

The Sessional Concierge post will report to the Concierge Manager, and will help deliver a comprehensive Estates Management service to the Association’s residents and properties by carrying out a wide range of duties – common area cleaning, bulk removal, gritting etc. This post is also the first point of contact on the site for many residents.

Previous experience delivering an estate management service within Social Housing or similar is essential.

In today’s environment, the ability to work in a changing environment with competing pressures is necessary and the successful candidate will be a team player with a “can do” attitude and the desire to learn new things while ensuring that our customers receive the best possible service.

• 21 hours per week (exact working pattern to be negotiated but must include a Wednesday)
• Pay Rate: £28,950.77 (pro rata for this role is £17,370.46)
• Pension Contribution of 8%
• Optional on-call allowance of 7.5%
• 30 days’ annual leave per annum (entitlement for this post will be pro rata)
• 12 public holidays per annum (entitlement for this post will be pro rata)
• Training and development opportunities
• Reimbursement of mileage & necessary expenses

East Dunbartonshire Women’s Aid (EDWA) is looking for a passionate and skilled individual to lead our early intervention and prevention work with young people aged 11-18. This vital role aims to prevent domestic abuse by promoting healthy relationships and empowering young people to challenge harmful behaviours.

As our Children and Young Person's Prevention Worker, you will design and deliver educational workshops within schools and community settings in East Dunbartonshire. These sessions will address key topics such as healthy relationships, emotional well-being, and challenging misogynistic behaviours. You’ll also collaborate with schools and partner agencies to develop tailored interventions that inspire change and build resilience in young people.

The role involves developing creative resources, engaging with diverse audiences, and keeping on top of emerging trends like the influence of online media. You’ll provide post-session support by signposting further resources or referrals where needed and ensure robust monitoring and reporting to demonstrate the impact of the work.

Candidates should have:

• Experience in delivering engaging educational workshops tailored for young people in schools or community settings.
• An understanding of domestic abuse and gender-based violence, including how social norms and online influences contribute to harmful behaviours.
• A clear passion for working with young people around this subject matter.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to connect with young people, professionals, and partner organisations.
• A deep awareness and understanding of teenage culture, social media platforms, and emerging trends—including the language young people use, key influencers, and digital spaces. The ability to incorporate this knowledge into workshops in a relatable and impactful way is essential.
• Strong organisational and IT skills, with the ability to create resources, track progress, and report on impact.
• A firm commitment to feminist principles and gender equality

The role will involve work across East Dunbartonshire, particularly in schools. Attendance will be required at weekly team meetings in our main office in Kirkintilloch to fulfil collective management responsibilities. Flexibility and the ability to travel throughout the local area are essential.

This is an exciting and necessary new post which is currently funded by East Dunbartonshire Council through the Children & Families Wellbeing Fund for 1 year (after start date), with the opportunity to reapply in Year 2.

Posts are subject to a successful PVG scheme check, suitable references and completion of a satisfactory 6-month induction period. Applicants must also demonstrate they have the right to legally work in the UK.

The Executive Assistant is a new role to support our Chief Executive & Artistic Director, who is responsible for the ongoing management and development of the NYOS and artistic planning across all our programmes; and to support our Head of Development who is responsible for a fundraising strategy that supports all areas of NYOS’ work.

The Executive Assistant will coordinate and manage the Chief Executive’s scheduling, prepare and organise strategic materials and plans, and support board meetings and the preparation of board materials. This role serves as the eyes and ears for the Chief Executive, connecting her to organisations, projects and business information, ensuring meetings and materials are efficient and effective, and serving as a trusted partner to ensure that the Chief Executive can fulfill her role effectively.

The Executive Assistant will also support the Head of Development with the planning and communication of key fundraising events and ad hoc data management projects, particularly to develop our supporter networks as we work towards NYOS’ 50th anniversary year in 2029.

The dynamic nature of this role requires exemplary time management skills and the ability to identify and anticipate the Chief Executive’s needs. The Executive Assistant will interact with a broad range of individuals including members of the Senior Management Team, the NYOS Board, external partners and artists, and will be expected to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. You do not need to fulfil every element of the job description to apply. We are interested in finding someone who really wants to contribute to NYOS’s work and will support your professional development if you have the right potential. If this role excites you, but you are unsure about applying, please feel free to get in touch for an informal conversation.

Reports To: Community Development Manager

Job Purpose:The Community Development Officer will oversee the operations of a community garden, ensuring its sustainability and success. The garden should be developed with environmental and sustainable principles to promote pollinators, biodiversity, and ecosystems. This role involves supporting, recruiting, and managing volunteers, coordinating garden activities, and promoting community engagement and education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Garden Management:Oversee the day-to-day operations of the community garden, ensuring that it is well-maintained and productive.
• Volunteer Coordination:Recruit, train, and support volunteers to participate in garden activities. Facilitate a positive and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Program Development:Develop and implement environmentally sensitive gardening programs and workshops to educate community members and visitors about sustainable gardening practices.
• Community Engagement:Promote the community garden through outreach efforts, including social media, local events, and partnerships with other organisations.
• Resource Management:Manage a budget and garden resources, including tools, seeds, and supplies, ensuring they are used effectively and sustainably.
• Reporting and Evaluation:Track and report on the progress of garden projects and volunteer activities for funders. Evaluate the impact of the community garden on the local community and identify areas for improvement.
• Grant Writing and Fundraising:Assist in identifying funding opportunities and writing grant proposals to support the community garden's initiatives and growth.

Qualifications:

• Education:A qualification (or evidence of experience) in community development, environmental science, horticulture, or a related field is desirable.
• Experience:Previous experience in community development, volunteer management, or gardening is highly desirable. Experience in carrying out risk assessments and implementing controls is essential.
• Skills:Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of sustainable gardening practices and principles.
• Personal Attributes:Passion for community engagement and sustainable development. Creative, proactive, and adaptable with a strong commitment to making a positive impact.

Working Conditions:

• Flexible working hours, including some evenings and weekends to accommodate community events and volunteer schedules.
• Outdoor work in various weather conditions.
• Be prepared to work between various venues within the community and surrounding area.
• Must be prepared to undertake training if required for the role, which may be in person or online.

Additional Requirements:

• There is no public transport, so the successful candidate will need to be able to get to the garden site and other local venues.
• The successful candidate will need to obtain a PVG (protection of vulnerable groups) certificate from Disclosure Scotland.

Salary:

• £18 per hour
• The post will be for one day per week for one year

Western Isles Rape Crisis Centre is looking to recruit an experienced support worker to join our team. The overall aim of the post is to provide one-to-one support to survivors of sexual violence.

For this role we are open to discussing the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours.

A clean driving licence and use of own car is essential to this post.

Relevant PVG and disclosure checks will apply.

This post is fully funded by the Scottish Government until 31st March 2026.

We require female applicants only and are exempt under schedule 9, part 1 of the equality act 2010.

If you would like an informal chat about the post please contact angela.maclennan@wircc.org.uk

Lochaber Environmental Group (LEG) is charity working on a local scale to benefit people and the environment, which has been in existence since 2000. We run a wide range of projects to help people to reduce their environmental impact and bring our communities together. We have delivered projects covering energy efficiency, active travel, local food, reducing waste/encouraging recycling, repair cafes and composting and have developed a community hydro electric scheme in Glenachulish. LEG works in partnership with many local, regional and national organisations to reduce duplication and increase our reach and effectiveness.

Due to the community hydro scheme, it has now become possible to employ a manager to lead the organisation and increase its effectiveness. The Manager will oversee the general day to day running of the organisation with oversight of staff and overall responsibility for promotion, networking and development. They will be expected to lead new projects.

LEG is currently in transition as a 3 year project on waste finishes. This leaves 4 part time members of staff and some very active volunteers. LEG occupies an open plan office at An Drochaid in Claggan and a cabin and container at Claggan Park. We are exploring the possibility of bringing the whole operation together under one roof and the successful candidate would be a key player in this development.

Specific responsibilities of the role

• Overall responsibility for organisation, while leaving lead staff to work on their own projects

• Liaison with the board in developing strategy and prioritising activity

• Staff management including reviews of lead staff and recruitment

• Fund raising and budgeting in conjunction with volunteer treasurer and book keeper

• Develop and lead new projects including supporting project officers with funding applications,monitoring and reporting as required.

• Represent LEG in the local communities and at appropriate regional networks.

• Oversee the organisation’s policies and procedures

General responsibilities

• Lead the organisation

• Work as part of the LEG team to promote and encourage understanding of environmental issues and opportunities in Lochaber.

• Promote the work of LEG within the local community and encourage membership.

• Engage with LEG members and the public in a positive and constructive way

• Communicate effectively with the team and board.

• Work constructively with project and organisational partners.

• Comply with the organisation’s ethos, policies and procedures and relevant legislation.

• Run team meetings as required.

• Undertake other duties in line with the job purpose.

Person Specification

Essential

• Good organisational skills, self motivated with good time management

• Able to make decisions when necessary

• A friendly, inclusive and welcoming manner

• The ability to lead a team

• Ability to motivate and encourage others both within and outwith LEG

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Flexibility and the ability to adapt according to the needs of the organisation

• Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills including use of email, Microsoft Excel and Word

• A commitment to being environmentally friendly and a good background knowledge of environmental issues

Desirable

• Experience of a managerial role or some aspects of this job

• A personal interest in some of our projects; active travel, waste reduction, local food production or energy efficiency and renewables

• Ability to drive and possession of a driving licence

• Ability to commute using low carbon methods

• Knowledge of social media, newsletter and website editing