Are you passionate about supporting young people – especially those who have experiences of care or need extra help to make the transition to adulthood, parenthood, employment and education?

Dean and Cauvin Young People’s Trust is one of Scotland’s oldest charities – working in Edinburgh since 1733. Today, we exist to be a place of hope for vulnerable and care experienced children, young people and families in Edinburgh and the Lothians and we do this via our interconnected services which include:

• 2 residential houses for young people aged 15-21 and young mums and babies

• Our Community and Transition team which delivers support to young people and families in the community

• Our Wellbeing Hub and outings, breaks and activities

• Room 4U our teenage fostering service.

We have been working hard in the last few years to redesign our services to best meet the recommendations of The Promise. We are now looking for new trustees to join us on the next stage of our development as we seek to deliver high-quality care and support with the voices of young people at the heart of all we do.

Join us

This is an incredible opportunity to make a difference with young people and build your skills alongside our other trustees. Our Board will always contain those with experience in key areas of work with young people including social work, education and fostering as well as finance and organisational governance. As a part of our origins, we also have representatives from:

• The Sheriff Principal of the Lothians and Borders

• The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh

• The Royal High School of Edinburgh

• The Presbytery of Edinburgh of the Church of Scotland

• The Councillors of the City of Edinburgh Council

• The Faculty of Advocates

Skills and experience

It is important that we continue to build and diversify our board to ensure we have a range of voices and experiences represented to help us reflect and understand the needs of young people in Edinburgh today.

We are recruiting for Trustees in the following areas:

• Leadership roles in children and families and child-protection focused services (i.e. social work, residential care, family support)

• Charitable / third sector – delivery and governance

• Fundraising and income generation

• Those with lived experiences of care/care-experienced

• Those from ethnically diverse and ethnic minority groups

• Young people aged 18-26

No previous board experience is necessary as full support and training will be provided.

What we do need is someone who is committed to our values and has an understanding of the current issues affecting young people, of high-quality practice approaches as well as the opportunities and challenges of the third sector.

The most important attributes of trustees joining us include:

• A willingness to ask questions

• A shared belief in our values, aims and objectives

• Energy to be an active and engaged trustee

• Desire to be a champion for young people and our organisation

Your responsibilities

Being a trustee requires a time commitment to the role. Duties/tasks include:

• Attend 4 board meetings a year (quarterly)

• Take part in our annual Development session with staff and/or trustees

There are additional opportunities to attend and contribute to our Finance sub-group and/or Care & Support sub-group. These meet 4 times per year (1-2 weeks before a Board meeting).

If this sounds like an opportunity you can bring your time, skills and passion to – we would love to hear from you.

Dean and Cauvin Young People’s Trust is one of Edinburgh’s oldest and established charities, providing residential group living and community, family and group work support to children, young people and families. We are committed to implementing The Promise and building strong and caring relationships with our young people rooted in our values of Care, Perseverance, Acceptance and Hope. We provide a scaffolding of love and support around them as they take their first steps towards a confident and independent future.

Role:

This is an opportunity to come and join our team as a Residential Worker primarily based at Cauvin. Cauvin is our small, residential space that supports up to three mums and babies at any one time.

Our team work closely with mums and their babies to provide the advice and guidance they may need to build their attachment and bond with their child, to support their own individual health, wellbeing and independent living skills and ensuring that their babies own growth and developmental needs are being met. We work together with families, social work, health and other colleagues to ensure the strengths and voices of mums and babies are at the heart of all we do while the safety and welfare of the child is always maintained. We work closely with colleagues across the Trust to ensure we are taking a family and community-based approach to work and to create positive onward transitions for mothers and babies.

To support this, our residential role involves a shift pattern over a four-week rota, that requires weekend working, lone working and sleep-ins. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to be part of our team as we adapt our services to #KeepThePromise. We are looking for someone who is:

• Skilled and experienced in delivering direct work with delivering interventions with parents, babies and families.

• Passionate about working with young people, babies and families.

• Able to build strong and loving relationships.

• Understands child development and trauma-informed practice.

• Is skilled in delivering interventions with parents, babies and families.

• Positive and thoughtful, and rights focused.

We are committed to the development of all our staff and the successful applicants will have access to training and development opportunities as well as other employee benefits.

Celtic FC Foundation in partnership with the Fuel Bank Foundation are seeking to recruit an Energy Advisor who will work directly with individuals and families experiencing fuel poverty, providing advice and support to help them manage energy consumption, reduce bills, and access financial assistance.

Working within Celtic FC Foundation, the Energy Advisor will play a crucial role in guiding vulnerable households toward energy efficiency solutions, improving their overall well-being, and helping them navigate challenges related to rising energy costs. The role provides a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those affected by fuel poverty, helping them stay warm, safe, and financially secure.

Key accountabilities:

Client Support & Advice

• Offer tailored energy advice to individuals and families on reducing energy consumption and improving household energy efficiency
• Assist clients in understanding their energy bills and suggest ways to switch to more affordable tariffs
• Provide practical tips on managing heating and electricity usage effectively, especially during colder months

Access to Assistance:

• Help clients access fuel bank support, including emergency energy vouchers or fuel top-ups, and advise on other financial aid
• Assist clients in applying for energy-related benefits or charitable funding for essential home repairs related to heating or insulation

Energy Efficiency & Sustainability:

• Offer advice on simple home improvements that can enhance energy efficiency, such as insulation, draught-proofing, and smart meter installation
• Educate clients on renewable energy sources and sustainable practices where appropriate

Collaboration & Outreach:

• Work closely with local authorities, utility companies, housing associations, and community groups to ensure clients receive holistic support
• Attend community events, workshops, and outreach programs to raise awareness of fuel poverty and energy-saving initiatives
• Refer clients to appropriate agencies or services when additional support is needed (e.g., debt advice, health services, housing support)

Data Collection & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of all client interactions, support provided, and outcomes
• Produce regular reports on the impact of the fuel bank services, identifying trends and areas for improvement

Essential Skills and Experience:

Essential:

• Knowledge of energy tariffs, fuel poverty, and support schemes related to energy consumption
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate approach to supporting vulnerable clients
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple cases and track progress
• Experience in advisory, advocacy, or community support roles, particularly within the energy or welfare sector

Desirable:

• Previous experience in working with a fuel bank or charitable organisation addressing fuel poverty.
• Understanding of home energy efficiency measures and renewable energy options
• Familiarity with utility company procedures and benefits systems related to energy assistance
• Knowledge of relevant software or tools for client management and reporting
• Reliable and adaptable, with the ability to respond and identify sound solutions to operational issues that arise
• A commitment to delivering the highest standards and a desire for continuous improvement
• A flexible approach to working hours, with the ability to travel and work outwith the normal working pattern
• Full UK driving license is required

*Please note, prior to confirming appointment we will require the successful candidate to become a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme

Use your skills in a career that cares

At Turning Point Scotland, we have opportunities to help make a positive impact for people, encouraging them to fulfil their lives with exciting and fun activities, pursue their hobbies and passions & creating memorable experiences in this support role.

*This post is only open to female applicants under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Embark on an emotionally rewarding journey and apply today!

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity unlike other support roles, with Turning Point Scotland, no two days are the same!

Our role will include:

• Helping to provide individualised support to adults with a wide range of needs, either on an individual 1:1 basis or alongside others and as part of a team.

• Supporting individuals within the community and engaging with their hobbies and interests & empowering individuals to develop skills and independence, promoting their overall growth.

• Attending various community groups and accompanying our service users to attend activities they are passionate about, from taking a trip to the cinema, enjoying a morning swim or attending local groups or community projects, accompany on holidays and trips away with the individuals we support.

• Assist with personal care, ensuring their comfort and wellbeing.

• Celebrate achievements and milestones, both big and small, to create a rewarding and positive environment.

About You

No previous working experience is needed; full training will be provided to you. We believe having the right values of respect, compassion, inclusion and integrity is all you need to join our team!

You will have a genuine commitment to use your skills to support people to live their best lives. You will be supported by an incredibly approachable management team, allowing you to expand on your existing knowledge whilst developing new skills. You will have flexibility to work on a rota.

About Us – Angus

Turning Point Scotland’s Angus service provides support to individuals with complex needs including learning disability and autism in their own homes, living in the community and support them with every day opportunities that promotes independence and choice.

The support we provide is always person centred, we do this by involving people who know the person well, this includes family and friends, other health and Social Work professionals, Advocacy services and our own staff members.

We believe having the right values of respect, compassion, inclusion and integrity is all you need to join our team! We would offer you full support in completing your application.

Please note that IT skills are required for all our vacancies.

Where applicable, successful candidates will be required to register with the SSSC within 6 months of start date.

Turning Point Scotland offers a Salary Matching opportunity within the pay points of the role and based on experience.

Benefits Package

Turning Point Scotland has Platinum accreditation in Investors in People. Our staff are our most important asset, therefore we offer extensive training and impressive personal and career-focused development opportunities. You could be part of an organisation that not only offers excellent careers but makes a real difference to thousands of People’s lives and achieve your own personal fulfilment.

• Comprehensive Induction

• 123 Learning and development courses

• 29 eLearning courses

• Funded qualification – SVQ Social Services and Healthcare, work based assessment

• Your Career Pathway, we promote from within and advertise internally all jobs

• Pension Scheme, employer contribution 4%

• Wide range of family friendly policies

• 35 holiday/public holidays days' per year.