- Advertised from 15th May 2023
- 35 hours per week
Role
As Media and Communications Officer, you will be central to our mission to increase public understanding and awareness of autism and the challenges individuals, and their families face.
You will have an eye for a good news story, as well as sourcing, developing and placing media pieces in print, online and broadcast. You will also be confident in working closely with journalists and other media professionals.
Important to us is supporting and empowering autistic people and their families to share their experiences, which helps lead to real understanding and change.
You will be skilled at coordinating our social media channels, developing engaging and compelling content with advice, guidance, and information on the services we provide.
You will also collect and edit content for our magazine ‘News and Views’ which goes out to our members across Scotland, making sure it’s an engaging and informative publication.
Finally, you are a team player, working well in a small but busy team. You will work closely with the Policy and Public Affairs Officer, especially on campaign communications. You will connect with colleagues across the UK, with an eye for both the small and bigger picture.
Desirable is prior experience of working in a similar or related role, but ultimately, we are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, quick to learn and passionate about making change for autistic people and families.
What we offer:
In addition to a competitive salary and a company pension, the following benefits are offered:
- 5 weeks annual leave plus public holidays rising with length of service
- A range of accessible employee benefits to select from including private medical insurance, critical illness insurance cover, and membership of a Healthcare Cash Plan for every NAS employe
- Occupational sick pay
- Excellent career opportunities
- Focussed initiatives for staff wellbeing
- An extensive range of free training
- Cycle to work scheme
- 24/7 employee assistance programme - a confidential support programme designed to help you deal with personal and professional problems.
- Headspace membership - Headspace is a global leader in mindfulness and meditation through its app and online content.
- A range of discounts from hundreds of retailers, accessible from mobile phones or using reloadable discount cards – the average user saves £565 per year
- Discounts on hotel accommodation using one of the UK's leading accommodation websites. With a choice of over 40,000 places to stay in the UK, The National Autistic Society has negotiated great savings for all employees, with up to 25% off the best internet prices
- Salary Finance - Our charity partner offers Salary Finance loans as a financial wellbeing benefit for our staff.
- Eyecare vouchers – employees who need glasses to use computer screens
- Blue Light Card –
- Join the Team scheme – you could earn up to £200, by referring someone to work for us.
Please click here for a copy of the job description
If you have any specific questions about the role please contact Suzi Martin, External Affairs Manager at suzi.martin@nas.org.uk.
The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, challenges perceptions, and build a society that works for autistic people.
Find out more about who we are and what we do by visiting our website on autism.org.uk
We are passionate about supporting autistic people into work, and particularly welcome applications from autistic people. Our application process is inclusive and can be adapted to suit your communication preferences. We will send all candidates the interview questions in advance.
We help autistic people from all backgrounds and strive to represent the same diversity in our staff and volunteers. We particularly encourage applications from people from all minority groups, who are currently under-represented in our workforce. Together, we can create a society that works for autistic people.
Application notes
To find out more and apply please visit our website
Closing Date: 05 June 2023
Interview date (w/c): 13th June 2023
Support Workers
- Part time
- Sessional
- Remote: Edinburgh, the Lothians, Glasgow, Isle of Wight
- Closing 30th May 2025
Working in Care and Support Services
Would you like to make a difference to a person’s quality of life? Would you like to learn BSL while being paid? We are looking for caring and motivated staff to support deaf BSL users to join our team. Could that be you?
Who are we?
Deaf Action is a deaf-led charity, supporting and celebrating deaf people. We were established in 1835 and work with deaf people across Scotland and the South of England. Our work is geared towards empowering all deaf people to achieve their potential and fully participate in society, with equality of rights, access, and opportunity.
You can find out more about us at deafaction.org.
About you
We are looking for people who are caring, fun, motivated, willing to learn and show initiative. The people we support want our team to be friendly, reliable and practical.
If you have experience in supporting people in their own homes, tenancies, or a care home setting, that is beneficial. If you do not, we can provide training. We always provide on the job and formal training, and our workers often go on to complete formal qualifications in social care. If you already have knowledge of BSL that is a bonus, however we can provide training if you do not.
The ideal candidates will be fully committed to our values, which can be found on our website.
The role
We have varied roles within our Care and Support Services such as Care at Home support worker, Outreach Support worker in our services in Edinburgh, the Lothians and Glasgow; as well as Care and ancillary positions at our Care Home at Isle of Wight.
You will be delivering a person-centred service supporting deaf people within our services. This will enable them to fully participate in the decisions affecting their lives, ensuring that wherever possible, service users benefit from informed choice, control, and independence. This will include both activities in the care home, in their own home and within the community which will promote independence and social inclusion.
What do we offer?
- Living Wage Employer - £12 per hour
- Occupational pension scheme with employer contributions
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured. Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme and IT Voucher Scheme
- Ongoing support for learning and development through our PDR process
- Training to learn British Sign Language at Level 1 and 2
- Death in service benefit.
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Finance & Database Administrator
- Part time
- £25,865 – £28,377 pro-rata
- Remote: Home based
- Closing 2nd August 2024
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a fast-paced charity that is looking to its future with confidence and ambition. We will not rest until every individual with Down’s Syndrome realises their fullest potential.
We are searching for an experienced Finance and Database Administrator to join our Finance team. You will be an experienced member of an existing finance team, preferably working within the charity sector who would like to enhance their skills in a small but busy finance and administration department. Every day is rewarding and you will enjoy seeing your work turning into real progress for people with Down’s Syndrome and their families.
General Manager
- Full time or Part time
- £30,000 – £34,000
- On site: Fife – Kirkcaldy, Glenrothes & Dunfermline
- Closing 19th August 2024
Are you looking to lead an organisation and contribute to a more inclusive society?
Fife Shopmobility is seeking an inspiring General Manager to lead their transformative charity, which is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with mobility challenges. Operating in Kirkcaldy, Glenrothes, and Dunfermline, the charity provides manual and powered wheelchairs, electric scooters, and a unique companion shopping service. These services enable users to access shopping centers and enjoy daily activities with ease and dignity, whether it is grocery shopping, running errands, or enjoying a day out.
Continuously developing and enhancing their services, Fife Shopmobility aims to meet the needs of vulnerable adults and children. They build strong relationships with local partnerships to create a supportive network that enhances the quality of life of their service users.
The Role:
As the General Manager, you will lead a passionate team and drive the mission of Fife Shopmobility forward. You will work closely with the Board to develop and implement strategic plans, oversee service delivery, manage the team, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Your role will also involve creating strong relationships with partners and stakeholders, managing finances, and driving fundraising efforts. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community, ensuring that users receive top-notch, compassionate support and that Fife Shopmobility remains a vital resource for accessibility and inclusion.
The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with a proven track record in management, preferably within the voluntary or charitable sector. They should have exceptional organisational and strategic planning skills, a strong decision maker, and a good understanding of compliance and voluntary sector statutory practices. Above all, they should be committed to making a meaningful difference in the community with both compassion and professionalism.
If you are excited by the prospect of leading a dedicated team and making a real impact, Fife Shopmobility invites you to apply. For further information about the General Manager position and to explore how you can contribute to their mission, please contact our recruitment team. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a transformative organisation.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a fast-paced charity that is looking to its future with confidence and ambition. We will not rest until every individual with Down’s Syndrome realises their fullest potential.
We are looking for a fundraising administrator to help with our fundraising efforts. This is a new post and it reflects the expansion of our existing fundraising team. If you are a dynamic individual who likes a challenge and has experience of administration (preferably within a fundraising team) we would love to hear from you. Every day is rewarding and you will enjoy seeing your work turning into real progress for people with Down’s Syndrome and their families.
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