- Advertised from 20th June 2023
- Permanent, Full time 35.75 hrs per week
Role
Do you want to help alleviate poverty and improve the lives of people affected by addiction.
Within the UK there is over £19bn a year in unclaimed welfare benefits, and in Edinburgh an estimated 80,000 are living in relative poverty.
Are you:
• Passionate and committed to making a meaningful difference for individuals affected by addiction.
• Able to assist the Welfare Right & Housing Adviser in supporting people.
• Able to grow trusting relationships in a formal setting.
• Understanding of people’s journeys and the challenges they have had in their lives, and how poverty and addiction can have an impact on them.
As a Case Support Worker in CHAI You will :
• Provide high quality practical support focused on welfare rights and housing to people with addictions.
• Provide support within a range of setting from Recovery Hubs and local community venues.
• Conduct meetings with clients either in person, on the telephone or virtually.
• Facilitate better outcomes for people which will help improve their financial situation and their mental and physical health.
We offer the following:
· Extensive training programme
· Flexible working
· Access to Simply Health benefit plan
· 32 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)
· Enrolment to NOW Pension Scheme
· Supportive work environment
· Opportunities to improve services and make a difference
Application notes
Please send your CV and a covering letter detailing why you are interested in the post and how your knowledge, skills, experience and personal qualities will fulfil the job description and person specification to:
Email : recruitment@chaiedinburgh.org.uk
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Finance Officer
- Part time
- £30,784 pro-rata
- On site: Broomhouse, Edinburgh
- Closing 22nd December 2025
The Finance Officer for the Community One Stop Shop plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient financial management of the organization. Reporting to the Board Treasurer and CEO the Finance Officer will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports, and supporting budgeting and forecasting activities. This role is essential in upholding financial transparency, compliance, and accountability within the charity.
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Outreach Worker and Cycle Trainer
- Full time
- £24,897
- On site: Recyke-a-bike, Causewayhead, Stirling
- Closing 31st January 2026
About Us
Recyke-a-bike (part of Fallin Community Enterprises) has been in operation since 2005. We began as a small recycling social enterprise that quickly grew into a job club, using bike recycling as work experience for our members. Over the years we’ve seen a lot of growth and now offer training services and cycling outreach work, in addition to our bike recycling and sales through our well stocked and modestly priced shop.
Purpose
To support the delivery of the Bikeability programme in partnership with Cycling Scotland and Stirling and Clackmannanshire local authorities. The Outreach Worker and Cycle Trainer will also support the delivery of all cycling-based activities delivered by Recyke-a-bike.
Responsibilities
Main:
- Delivery of Bikeability Training to Children.
- Delivery of Adult Cycle Training.
- Maintenance of bikes and equipment for each of the following fleets: Stirling, Clackmannanshire, EBike, Practical Cycle Awareness Training (PCAT) and Adult Cycle Training Fleets.
- Managing health and safety within area of responsibility.
- Carrying out risk assessments for Bikeability sessions.
- Planning, risk assessing and delivering other cycle related sessions, events and activities.
- External liason with third parties including schools, local councils, community groups and organisations, as well as charities and businesses.
- Attending team meetings.
- Attending continuous professional development (CPD) training.
Additional:
- Building bikes for the shop when not busy.
- Collecting bike donations for the shop.
- Deliver Doctor Bike services across the Forth Valley when required.
- Assisting other departments where needed.
- Any other reasonable duties consistent with working for a small charitable organisation.
We are recruiting a charity finance professional to work as a job share to co-ordinate the financial activities of FHBT. Sound financial control underpins all the great work we do, and this is an opportunity to bring your experience to join a welcoming and high achieving team, and play your part in our work for people and historic places in Fife.
Community Worker - Digital Inclusion
- Part time
- £31,012 pro-rata
- On site: Gorbals
- Closing 19th January 2026
Are you passionate about bridging the digital divide in our communities?
If so, then please see details of the role below
At its heart, the main purpose of this role is to address both the cause and impact of digital inequality within the Gorbals by supporting individuals and communities to gain the skills, confidence and access required. This role will help bridge the digital divide by working collaboratively with third sector partners.
Crossroads Youth and Community Association’s work and values are built on the central belief that “everyone had the right to live gloriously: whatever in society prevents this, should be challenged and whatever in the individual helps should be nurtured”
This role will involve working across the community with young people, families and the wider community.
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