- Advertised from 18th April 2024
- 28 hours per week.
Role
With support and investment from the National Lottery Community Fund the Westfield Park Community Centre (WPCC) (SCIO) Board of Trustees is now recruiting for a Centre Manager to take forward WPCC’s engagement with the community and local partners and support the development of a programme of events to meet the needs of the local community.
The position is 28 hours per week, with a degree of flexibility and incorporating occasional evening and weekend work. Salary is £30,000 per annum, pro rata. While the post is initially a fixed contract of 12 months it is anticipated future funding for the post will be secured.
The Centre Manager will oversee the day to day management and smooth running of WPCC, ensuring that WPCC is a vibrant, welcoming and well managed facility that operates for the benefit of the local community and the residents of the Falkirk District area. The successful candidate will have a key role in developing opportunities for income generation and successful partnerships, securing additional investment through grant funding opportunities, helping to ensure the long-term financial sustainability of WPCC as a result.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate relevant management experience and have a successful track record of delivering quality outputs. Relevant experience of the third sector would be beneficial.
Application notes
To apply for this post please complete the application form and return by email: recruitment@cvsfalkirk.org.uk
Closing date for applications is 5pm, Friday 17 May 2024 with interviews being held on Thursday 30 May 2024.
The successful applicant will be required to complete a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme check.
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Operations Manager
- Full time
- £38,000
- On site: Office Based, Glasgow G20 8YE
- Closing 12th January 2025
Organization overview: Maryhill Burgh Halls is an historic landmark building in North Glasgow. The listed 19th century façade wraps round a modern interior following the building’s comprehensive restoration and reconstruction completed in 2012. The Halls are owned and operated by Maryhill Burgh Halls Trust, a registered charity. The Trust operates the building for two principal functions:
• Event space - for heritage & art exhibitions, community activities and events as well as for private event hire.
• Business centre with business tenancies (providing the finances to support the overall operation)
Job overview:
The key role of the Operations Manager is the delivery of the Trust’s remit as a charity, social enterprise and cultural heritage organisation and developing and growing the charity both in terms of its social and cultural impact.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
• Work closely with the Board to ensure that MBHT has a long-term strategy and clear delivery plans relating to its objectives for social and cultural value.
• Provide strong, effective and visible leadership and drive in the delivery of MBHT’s strategic objectives
• Lead and develop the MBHT operations team (staff and volunteers).
• Fostering relationships within MBHT's stakeholders and maintaining strategic alignment with sponsors, key partners and supporters.
Managing the Outputs of the Trust
• Space Hire Management – ensure the development and operation of optimal strategies, policies, pricing and operational management of space hire to optimise their value, balancing social value with economic value.
• Management of Volunteers – ensure the management and development of the volunteers to optimise their function and contribution and to allow MBHT’s volunteer programme to have a social value of itself.
• Merchandising Management – ensure the sourcing, display and selling of appropriate merchandise.
• Exhibition Management – stimulate, facilitate, support and develop a programme of appropriate exhibitions to vitalise the Halls and demonstrate its social and cultural value.
• Museum Collection Management – develop and implement a strategy to enhance the Maryhill Museum experience
• Heritage & Community Event Management – ensure the maintenance of a lively programme of heritage, cultural and community events, leveraging network connections and available funding sources as much as possible.
• Development of strategic marketing and communications policies and specific campaigns, including the management of websites and social media
• Collaborate with Building Facilities Manager in regard to the presentation of the building, seeking ways to enhance its visibility, accessibility and utility and otherwise to support the Trust’s objectives and its operations.
• Collaborate with Building Facilities Manager in regard to the utilisation of the caretaker(s) with respect to set-up and take-down of events, security during out-of[1]hours operations etc.
• Manage the Premises Licence and secure and maintain a personal Liquor Licence to allow licenced events to operate within the Halls.
• Manage the event catering systems and processes to optimise outcomes for the event-hire business.
Financial and Funding
• Grow income from commercial sources to invest in an expanded social, cultural, heritage and arts programme
• Ensure accurate financial accounting and management in all operations.
• Prepare budgets and management accounts for all operational activities 3
• Pursue all appropriate funding sources to support development and implementation of operational activities.
• Collaborate with Building Facilities Manager to source funds for the building fabric justified on heritage, cultural or other grounds.
Governance and Risk
• Ensure full statutory compliance and best practice in relation to all operational activities
• Ensure effective operation, maintenance and development of software and technology infrastructure in support of operations.
• Ensure optimal policies and procedures are in place for all operational activities.
• Diligently support the Board, ensuring transparent and timely reporting of progress against the business plan, changes/developments in the business environment, and management of governance and risk • Support the Board in the exercise of its legal, financial and other responsibilities, following Charity Commission requirements and current legislation
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Kingsway Community Connections is a community anchor organisation based in Scotstoun, Glasgow. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team as our Welfare Advice & Support Worker. We are seeking an exceptional individual who is committed to promoting financial inclusion, and whose values align with those of our organisation.
Top job! Head of Youth Work
- Full time
- £37,920 – £44,883
- Hybrid: Kinross-shire
- Closing 13th January 2025
BTA is proud to continue our partnership with KYTHE and are now seeking an exceptional Head of Youth Work who will lead their transformative youth work programme across Kinross-shire. This is a unique opportunity for an empowering leader, who is passionate about making a lasting impact on young lives while shaping the future of an innovative and faith-driven organisation.
About KYTHE
KYTHE (Kinross-shire Youth Enterprise) is a dynamic Christian youth organisation dedicated to empowering young people through creative, engaging, and inclusive youth work. Their mission is to create safe, welcoming spaces where young people can thrive, build resilience, and develop their full potential.
Rooted in Christian values, KYTHE’s programmes include universal, targeted, and 1:1 services designed to meet the diverse needs of young people in Kinross-shire. As Head of Youth Work, you will play a vital role in sustaining and growing these impactful services.
The Role
The Head of Youth Work is a pivotal leadership position with overall responsibility for KYTHE’s youth work provision. You will shape and lead KYTHE’s programmes, manage youth work staff and build meaningful partnerships with key stakeholders.
This role offers the opportunity to:
- Develop and deliver a dynamic youth programme that positively impacts young people in Kinross-shire.
- Represent KYTHE at a senior level, building partnerships with schools, churches, funders, and local authorities to enhance its reach and impact.
- Contribute strategically as part of KYTHE’s Core Management Team, supporting long-term planning and growth.
- Lead by example, building trust and meaningful relationships with young people.
This role has an Occupational Requirement under Part 1, Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010, requiring the post-holder to be a practising Christian.
What does KYTHE need from you?
To excel in this role, you will be an experienced and passionate leader with a strong personal faith and a heart for young people. You will bring:
- Leadership: A committed Christian or someone with values aligned to Christianity, demonstrating spiritual maturity and embodying KYTHE’s ethos in all aspects of your work.
- Proven Experience: A track record of managing teams, delivering impactful programmes, and achieving results in youth work or similar settings.
- Relevant Qualifications: A degree in Youth Work (or equivalent) with a solid understanding of the needs of young people from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills, able to connect with young people, staff, and external partners while confidently representing KYTHE.
- Strategic Vision: Highly organised, self-motivated, and adept at developing and implementing long-term plans.
Why Join KYTHE?
KYTHE is a faith-led organisation with an exciting vision for the future. Joining as Head of Youth Work offers:
- Lead transformative youth programmes that change lives.
- Be part of a supportive, creative team that values innovation and inclusion.
- Enjoy a flexible working environment and a competitive salary.
- Combine your professional expertise with your Christian faith in a meaningful and impactful role.
Community Ownership Support Service – Churches Programme Officer (FTC)
- Full time or Part time
- £24,567
- Hybrid: Edinburgh or Inverness
- Closing 13th January 2025
Are you interested in the heritage sector and / or the community sector? Are you a good coordinator, with excellent communication skills and digitally confident?
We are looking for a motivated and well-organised individual to support a new team working with communities across Scotland on the sustainable transfer of former places of worship into community ownership.
This role is office-based, working in Edinburgh or Inverness, but with the potential for some home working. Travel throughout the country will also be required
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