Social Worker (Maternity Cover)
- Full time
- £31,957 – £38,206
- Robin House, Balloch
- Closing 4th April 2022
- Advertised from 16th March 2022
- 37.5 hours per week, Temporary for up to one year to cover maternity leave
Role
Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS) is the sole provider of hospice services in Scotland for babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions. We currently have an exciting opportunity within our Family Support Team for a Social worker at Robin House, Balloch.
It is an exciting and unique opportunity to work alongside a highly motivated and skilled team and to be part of an organisation where everyone is passionate about the work we do.
You will play a key role in providing a comprehensive social work service to babies, children or young people with life-limiting conditions and their families, focusing on the co-ordination, development and delivery of service provision designed to assist with the issues related to the child or young person’s condition and the impact it has upon the wider family.
It is essential that you have a degree or diploma in social work and be registered with the SSSC. You should also have relevant post-registration experience of working with children and young people and complex family situations where loss and change are prevalent. You will have highly developed communication and negotiation skills as well as the ability to adapt the support you provide to meet the needs of individual families.
At CHAS, staff and volunteers work together as one team, focused on the common goal of reaching every family in Scotland who needs our support. We have a 3:1 ratio of volunteers to staff members in CHAS. All CHAS staff will at some point work with or alongside volunteers and will be expected to support volunteers.
Our ambition is to reach every family in Scotland who is living with the heart-breaking prognosis that their child is dying, and offer them our care and support to empower them to make the most of the short time they have together. As a Social Worker, you will be instrumental in achieving this vision.
This is a temporary post for up to one year to cover for maternity leave.
Application notes
Further Information and How to Apply
Further information about the role, benefits of working for CHAS and to apply please visit our website
For an informal chat about the position, please contact Sharon Ballingall, Family Support Lead on 01577 865777.
For any queries regarding the recruitment process, please contact our HR Team on 0131 444 3293 or by emailing careers@chas.org.uk.
Please note that we are unable to accept CV’s.
This post is subject to a Disclosure Scotland Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check.
Closing Date: midnight on 4 April 2022
Interview Date: Tuesday 19 April 2022
Trusts Fundraiser
- Full time
- £35,000 – £40,000
- Hybrid: Leuchie House, North Berwick
- Closing 17th April 2025
About Leuchie
Leuchie is the national respite charity giving families a break from the physical and emotional responsibilities of caring for a loved one. The charity is dedicated to supporting individuals and families living with a neurological condition such as MS, MND, Parkinson’s and stroke through short respite breaks and outreach services. The expert team work to transform lives by improving health, enabling independence, and tackling loneliness.
Leuchie provides a range of settings that suit the health needs and circumstances of the individual and their family. These include short breaks with 24-hour nursing and care, therapies, social activities and outings at Leuchie House, accessible self-catering accommodation for all the family or regular at-home support.
Through innovative partnership working and research, Leuchie is reimagining the delivery of respite as a way of meeting wider health and social care outcomes for the families it supports.
Dorothy is 98 and a carer for her 68 year old son Robert who has multiple sclerosis. This is what Leuchie means to her- “It gives me a rest and some peace. It also helps me carry on by having something to look forward to.”
There is a growing need to support those living with a neurological condition and their families that Leuchie is determined to respond to. The charity currently supports around 500 families, just like Dorothy and Robert, each year, and has a strategic intent to positively impact ten times as many lives by 2030.
Trusts Fundraiser Role
The Trusts Fundraiser at Leuchie is responsible for developing and managing relationships with charitable trusts, foundations, and special project grants to secure essential funding for the charity’s work. This role involves researching and identifying new funding opportunities, preparing persuasive funding proposals, and managing multi-year applications to meet the organisation's strategic goals.
A key aspect of the role is maintaining and growing Leuchie’s portfolio of funder relationships. The Trusts Fundraiser will work closely with internal teams to understand and present the charity’s projects and funding needs in a clear and compelling manner. Managing the charity’s rolling trusts programme, they will ensure timely submissions of proposals and reports, demonstrating the impact of funders' support.
The postholder will build and nurture strong relationships with both new and existing funders, providing tailored stewardship and maintaining effective communication through written reports, phone calls, and in-person meetings. Additionally, they will monitor and evaluate grant outcomes, ensuring funders receive detailed impact reports aligned with their funding objectives.
The ideal candidate will have proven experience in trust fundraising, a strong track record of securing high-value grants, and excellent relationship management skills. Strong writing abilities, a keen attention to detail, and proficiency in managing budgets and reporting processes are essential.
Additionally, the candidate should be enthusiastic about Leuchie’s mission and possess a genuine commitment to supporting people living with neurological conditions and their families. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the charity's growth and long-term impact.
Communications and Marketing Manager
- Full time
- £40,000 – £45,000
- Hybrid: North Berwick
- Closing 6th April 2025
About Leuchie
Leuchie is the national respite charity giving families a break from the physical and emotional responsibilities of caring for a loved one. The charity is dedicated to supporting individuals and families living with a neurological condition such as MS, MND, Parkinson’s and stroke through short respite breaks and outreach services. The expert team work to transform lives by improving health, enabling independence, and tackling loneliness.
Leuchie provides a range of settings that suit the health needs and circumstances of the individual and their family. These include short breaks with 24-hour nursing and care, therapies, social activities and outings at Leuchie House, accessible self-catering accommodation for all the family or regular at-home support.
Through innovative partnership working and research, Leuchie is reimagining the delivery of respite as a way of meeting wider health and social care outcomes for the families it supports.
Dorothy is 98 and a carer for her 68 year old son Robert who has multiple sclerosis. This is what Leuchie means to her- “It gives me a rest and some peace. It also helps me carry on by having something to look forward to.”
There is a growing need to support those living with a neurological condition and their families that Leuchie is determined to respond to. The charity currently supports around 500 families, just like Dorothy and Robert, each year, and has a strategic intent to positively impact ten times as many lives by 2030.
Communications and Marketing Manager Role
This is a key role within the organisation, shaping and delivering Leuchie’s communications and marketing strategy to ensure its work reaches the right audiences and has the intended impact. The charity is looking for someone with deep expertise in marketing and communications either from a senior marketing background in the charity sector or from a business development role focused on brand awareness and engagement. You will be skilled in creating growth strategies and working collaboratively to deliver success.
Leuchie has significant potential to expand its reach and engagement, particularly with supporters, guests, and partners. You should have a strong track record in developing and delivering brand-aligned marketing strategies, managing campaigns, and building meaningful relationships with key stakeholders.
You will develop and deliver communications strategies intended for internal as well as external audiences.
You will be line managed by the Director of Development, manage the Digital Marketing Officer and work closely with colleagues across the organisation.
Experience working with senior leadership, reporting on key performance indicators, and contributing to organisational strategy is essential.
In return, you will work with an outstanding leadership team, have the full support of the Director of Development and CEO, and be part of a warm, welcoming organisation with a wonderful culture.
Corporate Partnerships Lead
- Full time
- £45,000 – £50,000
- Hybrid: North Berwick
- Closing 6th April 2025
About Leuchie
Leuchie is the national respite charity giving families a break from the physical and emotional responsibilities of caring for a loved one. The charity is dedicated to supporting individuals and families living with a neurological condition such as MS, MND, Parkinson’s and stroke through short respite breaks and outreach services. The expert team work to transform lives by improving health, enabling independence, and tackling loneliness.
Leuchie provides a range of settings that suit the health needs and circumstances of the
individual and their family. These include short breaks with 24-hour nursing and care, therapies, social activities and outings at Leuchie House, accessible self-catering accommodation for all the family or regular at-home support.
Through innovative partnership working and research, Leuchie is reimagining the delivery of respite as a way of meeting wider health and social care outcomes for the families it supports.
Dorothy is 98 and a carer for her 68 year old son Robert who has multiple sclerosis. This is what Leuchie means to her- “It gives me a rest and some peace. It also helps me carry on by having something to look forward to.”
There is a growing need to support those living with a neurological condition and their families that Leuchie is determined to respond to. The charity currently supports around 500 families, just like Dorothy and Robert, each year, and has a strategic intent to positively impact ten times as many lives by 2030.
Corporate Partnerships Lead Role
This is a key role in developing and managing high-value corporate partnerships, securing new business support, and driving revenue growth. Leuchie is looking for someone with significant experience in corporate fundraising or business development either from a charity fundraising background or a commercial role focused on income generation. You will be highly skilled in identifying opportunities, securing partnerships, and developing creative campaigns that align with both Leuchie’s mission and corporate partners’ objectives.
Leuchie has significant potential to expand its support from corporate partnerships and you will play a crucial role in strengthening and growing these relationships. You should have a strong track record in securing and stewarding high-value 5 to 6 figure partnerships, negotiating sponsorship deals, and engaging key decision-makers in meaningful collaborations.
You will work closely with the Director of Development and Head of Fundraising, and have the support of a highly engaged leadership team and impressive Board of Trustees. Experience in setting and exceeding income targets, developing corporate engagement strategies and delivering impact reports to senior stakeholders is essential.
Top job! Experienced Social Worker
- Full time
- £40,800 – £49,088
- Hybrid: Robin House, Balloch
- Closing 6th April 2025
“I recently joined the CHAS Family Support Team from a Local Authority role. It has been a great move! At CHAS, I have a manageable caseload, allowing me to spend quality time getting to know families and understanding how I can help them access the specialist support they need. I have the flexibility to manage my own time and achieve a better work-life balance.” — Claire Wilson, Family Support Team Leader
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Social Worker to join the multi-disciplinary Family Support Team in the east of Scotland, based in Balloch.
Role Overview:
This position offers a unique chance to work alongside a highly motivated and skilled outreach team and in partnership with local services dedicated to providing care and support for babies, children, young people, and their families. You will play a key role in providing a comprehensive social work service to babies, children or young people with life-limiting conditions and their families, focusing on the co-ordination, development and delivery of service provision designed to assist with the issues related to the child or young person’s condition and the impact it has upon the wider family.
Why Join Us?
- Holistic, Person-Centered Care: Our teams provide exceptional, individualized care to children and families.
- Collaborative Environment: Work within a multidisciplinary team combining health, social, and medical expertise.
- Manageable Caseload: Benefit from a manageable caseload.
- Flexible Working: Enjoy a hybrid work environment. This role will involve onsite and home working and we are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements.
- Skill Development: Gain experience working in a rich, multi-disciplinary team.
- Supportive Culture: Be part of a supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and expertise development.
- Pension Scheme: Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), administered by Lothian Pension Fund.
About You:We are looking for candidates who have:
- A degree or diploma in social work and registration with the SSSC.
- Relevant post-registration experience working with children, young people and complex family situations where loss and change are prevalent
- Highly developed communication and negotiation skills with the ability to adapt support to meet individual family needs.
- The ability to work autonomously in a varied role.
- Experience or a commitment to practice learning and staff supervision is desirable.
As a Social Worker with CHAS, you will provide vital support to children and families. If this sounds like you and you would like to be a key part in keeping the joy alive, we would love you to apply!
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