- Advertised from 6th August 2021
- 15-20 hours per week negotiable
- 5% pension contribution
Role
Our new Bright Light Relationship Counselling Practice Manager will lead our dynamic team of counsellors and therapists delivering high-quality therapeutic counselling and support services, within Bright Light’s service delivery framework and in line with BACP/BABCP/COSCA (or equivalent) ethical frameworks and codes of practice. All our counselling services are currently being delivered by Zoom Pro and mobile phone but our aim is to begin face to face when possible and to offer a blended service to our clients longer term.
This is an exciting opportunity to use your skills to:
- Manage and direct delivery of counselling service operations to agreed standards;
- Ensure delivery of quality non-judgemental counselling practice and exceptional customer care to our clients;
- Provide effective leadership of our self-employed counsellor team;
- Draw on extensive professional counselling clinical expertise and practice to support current counselling delivery arrangements and influence future development of these;
- Provide written reports and other information to Senior Management Team, CEO and Board as required; and
- Contribute to social media activity and partnership working to maintain a strong positive presence internally and externally
The post offers plenty of scope to use your initiative, people and problem-solving skills at a particularly interesting time in the charity’s development. Our services are in much demand and it is an exciting time to join us. We can offer you supportive working arrangements, scope to develop your skills and expertise further and dynamic committed people to work with
As a key member of our Senior Management Team (SMT) reporting directly to the CEO you will:
- Ensure the highest consistent standard of clinical practice is delivered by counsellors and therapists in compliance with COSCA/BACP accreditation.
- Provide effective leadership and management of our counsellors and intake workers (self-employed and directly employed by Bright Light Relationship Counselling).
You will, in your role as counselling practice manager and team leader:
- work with Bright Light Relationship Counselling staff to ensure smooth allocation and matching of clients/counsellors;
- negotiate offer of appointments by counsellors to maximise counsellor availability/client uptake;
- work with counsellors to meet agreed client contribution targets agreed with CEO;
- take responsibility for addressing counsellor/client issues, provide essential counsellor case support as required and bring potential complaints to a positive conclusion;
- support and encourage the professional practice and development of self-employed counsellors/therapists through provision of training programmes (CPD), annual appraisals, group supervision, regular video meetings with counsellors (currently by Zoom) and other activities agreed with CEO from time to time;
- be an effective member of the SMT and liaise as necessary with the CEO, and other members of staff;
- take responsibility for driving forward developments and managing change in the counselling team;
- initiate counsellor recruitment drives as necessary, advise CEO on counsellor/student appointments and facilitate and participate in the induction of new counsellors, students and group supervisors;
- facilitate quarterly meetings with group supervisors to identify trends, good practice and collaborate with them to develop services and policies;
- review our counselling policies and procedures, protocols and administrative/monitoring systems, develop guidelines for good practice and record keeping protocols as agreed with the CEO;
- attend quarterly Relationships Scotland network meetings.
Holiday Entitlement:5 weeks holiday plus eight public holidays pro rata. Some of which must be taken when the office is closed between Christmas and New Year . Annual leave is calculated on a calendar year basis.
Reporting: Direct report to the CEO and Board of Trustees.
Place of work:Currently working remotely home based. Future may be blended.
Delivery Model: Management of our current Zoom Pro and Phone Counselling service and, when resumed, our face-to-face counselling service.
Person Specification
Essential:
- BACP, COSCA or equivalent accreditation
- Extensive experience of relationship counselling and of working at senior management level
- Experience of delivering a successful video/phone counselling service and practical usage of Zoom Pro
- Commitment to professional standards of working and first-class customer care
- Well organised and able to multi-task to tight deadlines
- Knowledge of or experience of work in the areas of domestic abuse, safeguarding, child protection
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Successful history of delivering services to agreed client numbers, standards and income
- Committed and thoughtful. The position demands wisdom in dealing with counsellors from diverse backgrounds and the complex demands and needs of clients
- Excellent communication, workload and people management skills
- Strong team player
Desirable:
- Management qualification
- Comfortable with social media and blog writing.
- Creative, inspirational, positive attitude
- Ability to embrace and drive through change
Bright Light is a leading relationship counselling charity currently based at 9a Dundas Street, Edinburgh. Staff are currently working remotely from home and our services are being delivered via Zoom Pro video and phone counselling. We aim to maintain these services plus return to face-to-face counselling when allowed and deemed safe. Bright Light has a proud and long history. Since 1947 our relationship counselling services have provided high quality professional counselling support for people who are struggling with issues in their lives which impact on their relationships with close others. We aim to welcome everyone through our door and are always non-judgemental. We are a medium sized charity, with the majority of our income coming from client contributions, Trusts and Foundations.
As well as delivering individual and couple relationship counselling, we are proud of our flagship systemic family therapy service which is unique to Scotland. Please visit our website Bright-light.org.uk for more information.
Our Vision is a better quality of life and wellbeing for people and their families through strengthening relationships.
Our Aim is to provide, develop, and co-ordinate a confidential accessible counselling, family therapy and wellbeing service in Edinburgh and the Lothians for people in relationships. As a not-for-profit charity, we deliver a professional service in Edinburgh and Lothians to strengthen and enable close personal relations and to promote emotional well-being.
Our Values: Always compassionate and caring
- Connecting and empathetic with people
- Starting from each person’s needs and respecting them
- Non-judgemental
- Respecting and supporting people’s choices, decisions, and aspirations.
- Keeping people as safe as possible
- Respecting confidentiality and boundaries
- Striving to be accessible, inclusive and empowering.
Application notes
Please send your CV and a covering letter showing fit with essential requirements for the role to julie@bright-light.org.uk marking your email subject Counselling Practice Manager Opportunity.
If you would like to know more about the role before applying please contact Julie to arrange an informal chat.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm Friday 27th August 2021. Bright Light reserves the right to close to applications earlier if sufficient response received.
Interview date : Thursday 9th Septemeber 2021 by video.
Offer of post is subject to references and PVG clearance.
FGDM Coordinator
- Part time
- £30,002 – £35,076 pro-rata
- On site: Selkirk, Scottish Borders
- Closing 5th January 2026
A fantastic opportunity to come and join the Children First team
Children First’s ambition is for every child in Scotland to be safe, loved and well with their family. As a charity we offer emotional, practical, and financial support to help families to put children first and campaign to uphold the rights of every child.
Family Group Decision Making is working with family groups in a strengths-based way to support them to create Family Plans, keeping children safe and at home within their family networks.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Family Group Decision Making coordinator. We have funding for a 12-month fixed term post to work alongside the Whole Family Wellbeing Team within Scottish Borders Council supporting families at an earlier stage of intervention.
We’d love to hear from anyone interested in Family Group Decision Making, or strengths-based approaches to working with families, and would like to extend their skill set.
What kind of people are we looking for?
- have experience of keeping children safe in their own families
- are fiercely passionate about children’s rights
- thinks it’s a privilege to work with and on behalf of children and families and,
- are kind and will bring their whole selves to the job: heart and mind
What kind of team member will you be?
Knowing our ambition for children, you will be someone who is:
- resilient, skilled and knowledgeable who wants to transform children’s lives
- determined to support children to stay safely with their own family
- big hearted and courageous
- able to build strong relationships and to manage the tricky conversations
- is compassionate and understanding of trauma
- a cool head and clear minded at times of pressure
- inspiring colleagues and teams to be even better
- an amazing ambassador for children and Children First
- Above all else, the most important thing to us is that you are someone who will do the right thing for children and their families at every turn.
At Children First, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects communities across Scotland. Guided by our values, With Love, With Purpose, With Strength, we strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to thrive. We actively work to remove barriers to inclusion and promote equity in all aspects of our work. We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, especially those from marginalised communities, and are dedicated to ensuring a fair and supportive recruitment process.
Base
You will be based in Selkirk with travel across the Scottish Borders.
Salary, Conditions, Pension
We will offer you a competitive salary, generous annual leave entitlement (40 days inclusive of 9 public holidays). Additional benefits include cash back health plan, cycle to work scheme, and option to join a Credit Union.
The Yard is an award-winning charity that runs adventure play services for children with disabilities and/or additional support needs and their families across Scotland.
We are seeking an experienced HR Manager who is passionate about driving positive change at The Yard. You will bring the expertise and gravitas to influence and support senior leadership on HR and cultural initiatives.
About the role:
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
• Ensuring The Yard maintains the roles, skills and experience to deliver on its strategic priorities
• Measure employee engagement and agree action plans to develop and improve organisational culture
• Ensuring our recruitment policies and processes embody our values and enable us to recruit people with the skills and qualities to meet our goals
• Developing and managing our renumeration policy
About you:
This job is for you if you have:
• Proven experience of HR management
• Can lead by example, fostering a culture of trust and respect
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Ability to develop HR strategies aligning with our strategic plan
If our ethos inspires you and you are eager to bring your knowledge and experience to a team that is deeply committed to our purpose, we would love to have you on board.
If you would like to discuss the role with our Director of Resources, please let us know and we can arrange a call.
First Step is a community-based organisation working directly with families and young children in the early years. We support parents to build confidence, strengthen relationships and create a nurturing environment for their children. Our services include early learning and childcare, family learning and wellbeing activities, dedicated family support and outreach, and a range of opportunities for volunteering and community involvement.
We are seeking a motivated, self-starting Fundraising Officer, who will be central to the growth and sustainability of First Step’s work. You will lead on securing funding and developing new projects that respond to the needs of families with young children.
With excellent communication skills, you will work closely with the Project Manager and the Strategic Board to shape and deliver innovative, community led initiatives that make a real difference to the lives of children and their families. This includes identifying funding opportunities, writing compelling bids and building strong relationships with funders and partners.
Using your creativity, you will also be responsible for raising awareness of First Step’s services through events, presentations, marketing materials, and managing social media and website content. We’re looking for a versatile individual who communicates effectively at all levels, writes clearly, collaborates well with others, and can work independently when needed.
In addition to a highly satisfying role, we offer a range of staff benefits including:
- Enhanced annual leave
- Contributory pension scheme
- Enhanced sick pay
- Learning and development opportunities
Are you passionate about supporting families and children?
At Home-Start Edinburgh, we believe in the power of early intervention and the life-changing potential of strong, nurturing relationships. We're here for families with young children in Edinburgh facing challenging circumstances — whether it’s isolation, mental health struggles, or financial insecurity.
Our skilled staff and volunteers work alongside these families, empowering them to thrive.
Now, we’re looking for a Treasurer to join our Board of Trustees. As well as fulfilling the duties of a general Trustee, this is a great opportunity to provide your financial expertise and guidance to help us continue delivering this vital mission.
You will play a key role in overseeing the charity’s finances, ensuring sound financial management and governance, and help shape our strategic direction.
You’ll work closely with fellow trustees and staff to maintain financial health and stability, advise on budgeting and funding, and present financial reports to the Board.
This is a voluntary role requiring attendance at trustee meetings (around 5 per year) and occasional input between meetings.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has sound experience in finance, accounting, and business management
- Can interpret financial information and communicate it clearly
- Will share our vision and commitment to supporting families across the community.
Join us in making a lasting difference to local families.
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