Join a University where people are at the heart of all its activities. A University that's main purpose is helping to create a better society through education, research and innovation, and by providing a supportive and creative learning environment in which students and staff thrive. A University that is committed to being an excellent employer and enables staff to reach to their full potential by investing in their development.

Queen Margaret University aims to offer its students a positive and enjoyable student experience. The Student Services department has a central role in that experience, ensuring that the best possible information, advice, guidance and support is in place to enable students to be active and successful in both their academic and social activities.

The Disability Service, which sits within Student Services, is seeking an appropriately qualified and experienced Disability Adviser and DSA Needs Assessor to provide a full range of disability advice and support provision to students, including DSA Needs Assessments. Currently up to 700 students, with a range of disabilities, are known to the service.

Educated to degree level or equivalent and presenting excellent communication skills, you will be experienced in the provision of support to students with a wide range of disabilities including undertaking disability needs assessments. You will have an understanding of the processes in Higher Education related to applications for Disabled Students Allowance, coupled with knowledge and experience of using a variety of dyslexia screening tools as well as assistive technology.

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 572 years. Today, we are one of the world's top 100 universities and ranked 13th in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Impact Rankings 2023, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.

In this role, the postholder will contribute to the success of the College of Social Sciences Research & Knowledge Exchange Strategy by significantly increasing research activity supported by funding derived from Trusts & Foundations, in order to deliver against the following specific success measures:

• Increasing the College’s research income per FTE to reach its ambitious Russell Group upper quartile target

• Enhancing the quality of the research environment for social science at the University of Glasgow.

This post is full time (35 hours per week) and fixed term for up to 3 years in the first instance. Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.

As part of our succession planning the Social Enterprise Academy are looking to recruit up to 4 new volunteer Board members who are interested in supporting our vision and being part of making amazing change happen and are able to commit to a minimum of 45 hours per year.

We are particularly interested in applications from those with expertise or experience in any of the following areas:

• Learning & Development
• HR and People Development, creating positive working cultures, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
• Working in or managing an organisation that operates internationally
• Growing or scaling a business
• Fundraising
• Social Enterprise, either as a social entrepreneur or working within a social enterprise
• Expertise in the use of technology in service delivery and an understanding of digital developments
• Policy and/or public affairs relating to social enterprise and the third sector in Scotland
• Young people engagement

As well as having the wider professional skills and experiences that we need on the board we also want a board that reflects and understands the people that we serve.

We will choose candidates who, overall, offer the best contribution and fit with our values. Relevant skills and experience are important but previous board experience is not essential, nor is a long career at a senior level. Applications from first-time board members are welcomed. All board members will be given a full induction and will be supported to maximise the value of their contribution.

Through this recruitment process, we will also be considering whether some applicants who are not chosen for a board role might be open to a committee or advisory role with the Academy.

What does being a board member mean?

As a board member you will work with our Chair, fellow board members and our Chief Executive to contribute towards the future of the organisation. Your work will help ensure that we continue to deliver a high-quality service and encourage innovation in learning and enterprise. You will be legally responsible for the organisation and will be supported in fully understanding how to carry out your role. You will provide ideas, insight, feedback, and positive challenge in order to help increase our reach and impact.

The responsibilities of the board include:

• Overall good governance of the organisation
• Overall strategy of the organisation
• Overall sustainability of the organisation and ensuring finances are well-managed and reported
• Ensuring the organisation acts in accordance with its charitable aims
• Ensuring the organisation fulfils its legal obligations in relation to its charitable and company status

As well as fulfilling these responsibilities the Academy board is a creative and strategic group, engaging with the sector and the wider staff team to support the success of the organisation and its people. It is a supportive and collaborative board with individuals committed to the values of social enterprise and learning and who all bring a wealth of knowledge, expertise and perspectives.

All new board members will undertake an induction process to get to know the Academy, the team and your fellow board members.

Why join the Social Enterprise Academy Board?

This is a unique opportunity to join a motivated and committed board who are working together to shape the future of a leading learning and development organisation supporting social change. Given the Academy’s role in national policy discussions and its international replication, you will have influence considerably beyond the immediate reach of the Academy.

Through your board role you will expand your contacts, knowledge and skills and you will connect with a vibrant and committed group of staff, facilitators and learners in the fast-growing space around social impact.

With Kids

We are looking for motivated people from all backgrounds who share our values and are excited about how our services can change lives. Our Trustees are responsible for the governance of our charity, making sure that everything runs smoothly and that we are making the biggest difference we possibly can.

With Kids is a Scotland-wide children’s mental health charity and provides an early intervention therapeutic service working with primary and nursery aged children who have experienced trauma, and their families. This includes individual therapeutic support for children, helping them build the personal skills and resilience to cope, alongside practical and emotional support to their parents/carers with a view to building networks of support.

We specialise in the provision of Play Therapy, employing Play, Art and Speech and Language Therapists and Community and Family Support Workers. Much of our work is based in schools or around a particular community. We run a Masters course in Play Therapy in collaboration with Queen Margaret University and we deliver a variety of highly regarded CPD trainings for other professions.

You need passion for our cause, a commitment to sharing your ideas and experiences, and the time to attend and prepare for Board meetings. We need people to bring diverse experiences, to think creatively, challenge the status quo, and have a strategic mindset. You will be welcomed into a supportive team who are ambitious and collaborative.

We currently have opportunities for people with experience in the following areas:

• Marketing and communications
• Education
• Community Learning and Development
• Facilities management

We are also keen to hear from people who have experience in:

• Mental health provision
• Children & family services
• Local government
• Community Wealth Building and development
• Social enterprise

Benefits of becoming a Trustee:

• The opportunity to enhance your existing skills and knowledge relating to the development of a key organisation supporting children’s mental health in Scotland.
• The ability to enhance your network and broaden your experience of the third sector.
• The knowledge that you are playing a vital role in the running and progression of With Kids and Play Therapy across Scotland.

Trustees meet in person at our Glasgow office every eight weeks from 12 noon to 2pm on a Friday, with a break over the summer months (usually around 6 meetings per year). All Board roles are voluntary.

With Kids are committed to conscious inclusion that contributes to creating a sense of belonging and shared purpose. We welcome applications from everyone who feels passionate about our vision and mission.

If you think you have the skills, experience and personal qualities to support With Kids in delivering our strategy, we would be delighted to hear from you.