Purpose of the Role:

The Volunteer Support Coordinator will develop and enhance Sunny Govan Community Radio’s volunteer programme, providing structured support, training, and development opportunities. The role is critical for creating a high-quality volunteer experience, ensuring volunteers are empowered, valued, and able to contribute meaningfully to the organisation.

The Coordinator will document processes and systems to help the organisation move towards the ‘Investing in Volunteers’ (IiV) standard, the UK quality standard for good practice in volunteer management. Working towards IiV demonstrates our commitment to providing an outstanding volunteer experience, shows volunteers and potential volunteers how much they are valued, and provides confidence in Sunny Govan Community Radio’s ability to deliver effective volunteer support.

The role will also provide targeted support for volunteers facing barriers, including those in recovery, with mental health challenges, disabilities, or learning difficulties. It will support volunteers in achieving recognised awards, such as the Saltire Award or the King’s Award for Volunteering.

Key Responsibilities

Volunteer Recruitment & Induction

• Recruit 21 new volunteers from across Govan and the surrounding areas, ensuring diversity and inclusion, with priority for those experiencing disadvantage and barriers to volunteering. Priority groups include people in recovery, asylum seekers and refugees and women and girls.
• Deliver inductions, including safeguarding, health & safety, and office and broadcasting procedures.
• Ensure volunteers understand their roles, responsibilities, and organisational expectations.

Volunteer Support & Development

• Provide one-to-one or small group support and supervision for new volunteers and 100 existing volunteers, including regular well-being check-ins.
• Develop Personal Development Plans where appropriate — prioritising new volunteers seeking structured development, awards, or facing barriers.
• Support volunteers to access accredited volunteering awards (Saltire / King’s Award).
• Monitor and review volunteer progress, providing constructive feedback.
• Develop new volunteering opportunities aligned to volunteer interests, abilities, and organisational needs.
• Implement structured support and training programmes to enhance volunteer skills and engagement.
• Introduce procedures and systems to align with IiV standards, supporting continuous improvement in volunteer management practices.

Teamwork & Organisational Contribution

• Work proactively as part of a small team, supporting colleagues across programming, events, and operations.
• Assist during busy periods and organisational ‘pinch points’ — such as festivals, major broadcasts, and community events — ensuring volunteer support remains strong during key delivery times.

Community & Partnership Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with local organisations, schools, and community groups to expand volunteering pathways.
• Support outreach to adults and young people in recovery, those with complex needs, and other marginalised groups.
• Promote Sunny Govan Community Radio volunteering opportunities to the wider community.

Compliance & Quality Standards

• Lead initiatives to work towards Investing in Volunteers (IiV) accreditation.
• Maintain accurate volunteer records and ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and data protection requirements.
• Assist in reporting, monitoring, and evaluation for funders and partners.

Strategic Contribution

• Advise the Development Manager on volunteer engagement strategies and development opportunities.
• Contribute to organisational planning, ensuring volunteer programmes align with strategic goals.
• Begin using IiV indicators to benchmark practice, identify areas for improvement, and promote a ‘best in class’ volunteer experience.

Person Specification Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience coordinating, supporting, or managing volunteers.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety, and wellbeing in a community or voluntary sector context.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Ability to motivate, support, and develop individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience supporting volunteers with barriers, including recovery, mental health, disabilities, or learning difficulties.

Personal Attributes

• Strong team player, willing to contribute beyond core responsibilities when required.
• Enthusiastic about Sunny Govan Community Radio’s mission
• Ability to inspire and motivate volunteers
• Flexible and adaptable to changing needs and priorities
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to handle challenging situations with tact

Working arrangements

• Flexible hours
• Some evening and weekend work will be required

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience in community media, radio, or creative arts.
• Knowledge of the Govan/Glasgow communities and local social challenges.
• Experience in designing volunteer training programmes and Personal Development Plans.
• Familiarity with volunteer awards such as the Saltire Award or King’s Award for Volunteering.
• Knowledge of Investing in Volunteers (IiV) standards and accreditation process.

Key Outcomes

• A structured, supported, and inclusive volunteer programme across Sunny Govan Community Radio.
• Volunteers achieving accredited awards (Saltire / King’s Award) and personal development milestones.
• Increased volunteer satisfaction, retention, and skill development.
• Enhanced support for volunteers in recovery, with mental health challenges, or facing other barriers.
• Demonstrable compliance with best practice standards in volunteer management, including IiV accreditation.
• Improved organisational capacity and community impact through volunteer contributions.

Paisley Housing Association is launching an exciting pilot project within our Estates Team, and we’re looking for enthusiastic individuals to join us.

We have two unique opportunities to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of our organisation and helping us as part of our plans to grow our Estates Team.

As an Estates Team Operative, you’ll play a vital role in preparing our void properties for letting and keeping our estates safe, welcoming, and well maintained. You’ll be hands on, working alongside a supportive team, and your contribution will directly impact the success of this pilot and the future expansion of our Estates Service.

What you’ll bring:

• Energy, motivation, and a practical approach to problem solving
• A commitment to high standards and pride in your work
• Team spirit and flexibility to support a developing service

What we offer:

• The chance to be part of a new pilot project with real potential to grow into a permanent role
• A supportive environment where your work makes a visible difference
• Training
• Opportunities to develop your skills as our Estates Team expands
• A generous benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave & 15 public holidays
• A Pension Scheme
• Employers in Voluntary Housing (EVH) Conditions of Service apply to this post

KASP has a part time vacancy for a Finance & Administration Worker. This role will ensure the smooth running of Kingdom Abuse Survivors Project’s financial and administrative systems. You will be responsible for day-to-day bookkeeping, supporting KASP manager and the external accountant to ensure strong financial oversight, and providing efficient administrative support across our systems (Microsoft 365, Xero, Teams, OASIS, Zoom).

This post requires a highly motivated individual who is capable of maintaining accurate and timely financial records using Xero accounting software, budgeting, and regular financial reporting.

KASP is looking for someone who is qualified by experience and is familiar with bookkeeping for a small/medium charity with multiple funding sources. Ideally, (but not necessary) an appropriate qualification would be HNC/HND or AAT qualification.

Experience with Xero or other relevant accounting software is essential

This post is subject to PVG check

All Roads Lead to Whithorn SCIO is seeking an experienced, motivated Charity Manager to lead the next stage of growth for our newly refurbished community hall, gym, luxury bunkhouse and small portfolio of social housing. This is a rare opportunity to shape a high-quality rural community hub and asset that creates new opportunities for Whithorn and the wider Machars.

The trustees are determined to appoint the right person and can offer flexibility in how the role is structured for a candidate with the skills and track record we need. We will also consider an interim Charity Manager arrangement for the right person. Hybrid working (part hall-based, part home-based) is possible, and for candidates from further afield we can offer overnight accommodation in our on-site bunkhouse as part of the package.

About the role

The Charity Manager will have overall responsibility for strategic, financial and operational management across:

• Whithorn’s community hall and activity space
• The on-site gym
• The luxury bunkhouse
• A small number of social housing properties
• Wider community projects and development activity

Key responsibilities include:

• Strategic leadership – Working with trustees to develop, implement and review the charity’s strategy, turning ideas into deliverable plans and projects.
• Funding and opportunity sourcing – Identifying opportunities, leading high-quality grant applications, developing relationships with funders and partners, and building new income streams linked to the hall, gym, bunkhouse and housing. Proven experience in grant and opportunity sourcing is essential.
• Financial oversight – Working with our external bookkeeper to review reports, approve payments, monitor budgets and cashflow, lead annual budgeting and provide clear financial updates to the Board. Oversight of VAT, HMRC and payroll through external providers.
• Governance and compliance – Ensuring policies and procedures (health & safety, safeguarding, GDPR, insurance, housing compliance) are up to date and followed.
• People and operations – Line-managing the Facilities, Gym & Bunkhouse Coordinator and a casual Community & Hospitality Support Worker, supporting volunteers and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across all sites.
• External relations – Acting as an ambassador for the charity with community members, partners, funders and visitors; promoting the facilities and the Whithorn area as a destination.

About you

You will bring:

• Proven experience in charity, community or social enterprise management.
• A strong track record of successful grant and opportunity sourcing (must-have).
• Confidence with budgets and financial information, and experience working with finance/admin support.
• Good understanding of governance, health & safety, safeguarding and GDPR.
• Experience line-managing staff and/or volunteers.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with a hands-on, problem-solving approach.

Experience in housing management, community facilities, tourism, accommodation or rural regeneration would be an advantage but is not essential.

Working arrangements

We are committed to getting the right person in post and can offer:

• Hybrid working (hall-based and home-based) by agreement.
• Consideration of an interim Charity Manager arrangement for suitably skilled candidates.
• Overnight bunkhouse accommodation for candidates travelling from further afield where needed.

Whithorn is a beautiful rural area with rich heritage, stunning landscapes and a growing reputation for cycling, walking and cultural tourism. This role is ideal for someone who wants to make a tangible difference by turning a high-quality physical resource into a vibrant, sustainable hub of community life and opportunity.