The Opportunity:

Are you passionate about Learning for Sustainability? Do you want to inspire and enable Scotland to contribute to sustainability at local, national, and global levels? Are you committed to working with learners, educators, decision-makers and communities to build a socially-just and sustainable world? If so, and you have the experience and skills, we want to hear from you.

Learning for Sustainability Scotland, Scotland’s UN University-recognised Regional Centre of Expertise on Education for Sustainable Development, is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Development Manager to join our team.

In this pivotal role, you’ll be at the heart of our work, harnessing the transformative power of Learning for Sustainability and collaborating with our members and partners to shape Scotland’s sustainable future.

Based within the Moray House School of Education and Sport, University of Edinburgh, the successful candidate will join a vibrant, ambitious, collegiate team to lead the development and coordination of Learning for Sustainability Scotland programmes and support the development of core Learning for Sustainability Scotland business; in collaboration with the Learning for Sustainability Scotland’s Director, Dr Beth Christie; an elected Steering Group and Chair; Secretariat; key internal and external partners; and its members. The Development Manager will also have direct line management responsibilities for the Learning for Sustainability Scotland’s Project Manager, and responsibility for the work of both the Project Manager and the Finance Officer.

About Learning for Sustainability Scotland

Learning for Sustainability Scotland is a pan-sectoral organisation; working across the length and breadth of Scotland and with frequent collaboration with partners across the UK, Europe, and the rest of the world. It has more than 1,000 individual and organisational members with a commitment to learning for sustainability. These include members from schools, colleges, universities, youth and community learning, local and central government and related agencies, and the ‘third sector’.

Learning for Sustainability Scotland brings in external income and works in partnership with its members and key partners to achieve its core objectives of:

• Weaving connections across sectors within Scotland and with international partners
• Co-producing, pioneering and practising new knowledge and approaches; and curating materials and resources with and for educators, organisations and communities; including consultancy activities
• Advocating for and provision of strategic advice for effective policy on Learning for Sustainability and other related areas; including the creation of policy responses on behalf of its members
• Leading, monitoring and evaluating projects and programmes locally and internationally; including the creation and delivery of professional learning.

More information about Learning for Sustainability Scotland and our work can be found online at learningforsustainabilityscotland.org.

About the Post

This is a part-time role (0.6 FTE / 21 hours per week), with the opportunity to expand to full-time depending on project development and income growth. We are open to flexible and hybrid working patterns that combine remote and regular on-campus work.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• Proven track record and commitment to, pan-sectoral knowledge of, and passion for Learning for Sustainability.
• Ability to lead, facilitate and contribute to the development of the overall strategic direction of Learning for Sustainability Scotland.
• Ability to lead, manage and develop the content of forward work plans and budgets.
• Strong organisational, team collaboration, self- and line-management, and networking skills.
• Skill and experience to represent Learning for Sustainability Scotland; including high-level external advocacy and engagement with other UN RCEs, international organisations, Scottish Government and Agencies, Scotland’s universities and colleges, schools and educators, ‘third sector’ organisations and communities, private sector, and LfS Scotland members and other individuals and bodies as appropriate.

As a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant local, national and international community
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits

About Us

As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.

About the Team

Moray House School of Education and Sport (MHSES), University of Edinburgh, has been making a major contribution and impact to the fields of education and sport both in Scotland and worldwide for almost 200 years. In that time, our staff, students and alumni have influenced and transformed learning, teaching, and wider educational policy in the UK and beyond. We are the leading School of Education and Sport in Scotland – ranked first for research breadth and quality in Education and Sport, and third in the UK (REF 2021). We consistently rank in the top tiers of global education and sport-related studies.

Our alumni include Great Britain’s most successful Olympic athlete, cyclist Sir Chris Hoy MBE, and trailblazing teacher and race relations pioneer, Saroj Lal.

We are deeply committed to social justice, inclusivity, diversity, and accessibility. Our aim in all our work is to significantly impact the education, wellbeing and development of children, young people and adults, through problem-solving in the fields of education and sport.

Study

Across undergraduate, postgraduate taught, research, and initial teacher education; our 3000 students study across 29 different programmes. These include a wide array of subjects across the broad areas of teacher education, language education, sport policy, sport science, outdoor education and community education.

Research

With over 250 research staff and students, we have a vibrant and expanding research community with a broad portfolio of academic disciplines gathered within seven broad research themes with permeable boundaries. Our Thematic Hubs are:

• Advanced Quantitative Research in Education
• Children and Young People
• Digital Education
• Language, Interculturality and Literacies
• Social Justice and Inclusion
• Sport-related Research
• Teacher, Curriculum and Pedagogy

The REF 2021 results for both education and sport-related research place us as Scotland’s top-ranked institution for research breadth and quality (THE).

About Options Fife Housing Support

At Aberlour we listen to understand what our young people want and need within our local area. Our Options Fife Housing Support service in Glenrothes supports young people with learning disabilities and/or autism to live and thrive within the local community.

This service will be home to 4 young people aged 16 plus who will all have their own individual flat. Our rota has been drafted to suit the needs of the young people.

What we are looking for....

We are looking for a part time (25 hours, working 2 x 12.5 hour shifts per week) Young People’s Workers to join our team. You will play a fundamental role in our young people’s lives to ensure that they get the best possible experience whilst working towards goals in their care plan. Using a person-centred approach, you will provide enabling support ensuring the highest level of physical and emotional care, supporting our young people in their daily living and within the local community.

If you have an interest in working with young people, we would like to hear from you. Ideally, candidates will have social care experience, understanding of autism, complex needs and disability. You will hold, or be willing to work towards, a relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 7 or above (for example: SVQ3 Care plus an HNC) together with relevant experience of working with children or young people. You must also be able to demonstrate awareness of the key elements of working with people affected by disability as well as an understanding of, and commitment to, young people’s rights.

At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to

join our team. To have a look at our values to understand more about what we are looking for from our employees please see our website for further information.

What we offer...

As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers.

Are you passionate about empowering children and young people with disabilities? Join us at The Yard Glasgow - a new centre in Linn Park - where we’re dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and fun environment for all!

About Us:

At The Yard we believe in the power of play and creating communities. Our centre will provide tailored activities and support for children and young people with disabilities and their families. Ensuring that they have enriching experiences that promote their well-being and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Head of Service to develop and implement an operational plan for the Glasgow service, translating our vision into actionable practices.
• Build and nurture partnerships across Glasgow to raise awareness of our services and create new opportunities, working closely with the senior management team.
• Create and develop child-centred, high-quality services underpinned by robust policies and procedures.
• Provide effective management and direction to a play and family support team, ensuring services are delivered within budget.
• Support individual development through supervision, appraisals, and professional development plans.
• Maintain strong communication with parents, carers, schools, and other organizations to ensure high service satisfaction and address feedback.
• Lead in the creation of an environment where families feel part of a connected community and able to access additional support if required.
• The successful candidate will be subject to a PVG check and require to be registered with the SSSC.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in service development or management, particularly in children’s or disability services.
• Strong leadership skills with a commitment to inclusivity and empowerment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with children, families, and stakeholders.
• Creative problem-solving skills and a passion for fostering a positive impact in the community.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a ground-breaking initiative that enriches the lives of children and young people with disabilities.
• Work in a supportive and collaborative environment where your ideas are valued.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits with opportunities for professional growth.

Developing the Young Workforce plays a key part in the delivery of the Young Person’s Guarantee. We are employer-led and it is our priority to make it easier for employers to connect with young people in schools and colleges across Scotland. It’s a team effort to support young people to prepare for the world of work. Through DYW, employers can provide inspirational opportunities for young people to help them understand and develop the skills they need to succeed.

Do you want to be part of a team connecting employers with young people and working with partners to make this happen? Our DYW Programme Delivery Manager role may be just right for you.

If you would like your working day to include activities like:

• Networking with the business community in our region to deliver the ambitions of DYW and the Young Person’s Guarantee
• Leading a team to co-create employability, enterprise and wider curriculum learning opportunities with employers, educators and partners
• Working in partnership to make things happen for young people
• Project Managing activities

And some of the day to day expectations that come with this…

• Relationship and account management with existing and new employers
• Managing people, monitoring performance and reporting
• Keeping up to date with labour market changes
• Collaborating and flying solo
• Overcoming challenges

If you are:

• A leader with a track record of supporting teams to achieve
• An experienced Project Manager
• Organised, creative and innovative
• A great communicator, networker and influencer, both in-person and through online social media platforms.
• A collaborator, strategic thinker and doer

If you are keen to get involved to influence education and help shape the future workforce Scotland needs, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a fixed term maternity cover role. You will be based in central Edinburgh with travel throughout our region. We are also accepting applications on a secondment basis.

The role is classed as ‘Regulated Work’: a Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) membership is required (application to the scheme may be made by us upon conditional offer of the post).