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Step Up, Speak Out, and Lead Change: Become a Trustee with Ross-shire Women’s Aid!

Ross-shire Women’s Aid has been providing vital support services for individuals experiencing domestic abuse throughout the region for over 40 years. Our mission is to create a society where domestic abuse is eliminated. We offer practical and emotional assistance, secure refuge accommodation, and essential information to women, children, and young people. Additionally, we are dedicated to raising awareness about the widespread impact of domestic abuse in our communities. We work collaboratively with our network towards a shared vision of Scotland where domestic abuse is not tolerated.

Are you ready to make a powerful impact in the fight against violence towards women and children? Do you believe in equality, empowerment, and creating a brighter future for everyone? This is YOUR chance to step into a leadership role that transforms lives and advances feminist principles at the heart of change.

Ross-shire Women’s Aid is looking for extraordinary individuals to join our Board of Trustees. This isn’t just an opportunity—it’s a call to action for those who want to drive real, meaningful change and support some of the most vital work happening in Scotland today.

Who we are looking for

• A commitment to feminist principles, and ending violence against women

• Sound independent judgement

• A collaborative team worker

• The ability to think creatively and problem solve, responding positively to change

• Active contribution towards strategic planning activities

Why You Should Join Us

Create Impact: Shape the strategic direction of an organization dedicated to ending violence and uplifting women and children in our community.

Grow & Thrive: Gain access to unparalleled training in feminist governance, strategic leadership, and building anti-racist and inclusive practices.

Inspire Change: Work with a team of bold, forward-thinking women committed to tackling challenges and driving solutions.

Leave Your Legacy: Contribute your ideas, skills, and experience to a cause that makes a tangible difference.

What’s Involved?

Play a key role in shaping our strategy, policies, and governance.

Attend quarterly Board meetings and our Annual General Meeting to collaborate with other passionate trustees.

Join short-term working groups to tackle impactful projects like fundraising strategies, organizational impact, and team engagement.

Stay connected via email and online meetings, ensuring flexibility for your busy schedule.

What You’ll Gain:

The chance to be part of a movement committed to equality and justice for women.

Opportunities to connect with inspiring women from diverse backgrounds, sharing knowledge and experiences.

Hands-on experience in leadership and governance, with access to top-tier training and resources.

Full reimbursement for any expenses, including travel, so you can focus on what matters most: making a difference.

Your Voice Matters. Your Leadership Counts.

This is more than a role—it’s a platform to drive change, inspire hope, and shape a future free from violence and inequality.

Are you a skilled gardener who wants to contribute to creating a nurturing garden environment for veterans and their families? Do you have experience supporting people who may have experienced mental health difficulties, and delivering group activities or workshops?

If so, this could be the role for you!

About Linburn Walled Garden

The Linburn Walled Garden sits in the grounds of Sight Scotland Veterans in Wilkieston, West Lothian. At the garden, we focus on growing food, skills, and community. This half acre garden offers a place where veterans and their families can connect, learn new skills, and benefit from activities which promote positive relationships.

About the role

The Community Gardener will support the coordination and facilitation of family events and workshops hosted in the walled garden for veterans, their families and Scotland’s Veterans’ Wellbeing Alliance partners. The post-holder will also support the planning and maintenance of the walled garden. The main responsibilities for the role include:

• Support the year-round maintenance of the walled garden
• Provide informal support to veterans and their families who visit the walled garden
• Co-facilitate groups, workshops and events, including family open days
• Support volunteers to carry out various gardening activities

The role will work primarily during the day on weekdays, although some weekend work will be required.

The post is currently funded until September 2026 with hope to extend beyond this date.

About You

You’ll be an experienced gardener with an interest in supporting others to enjoy the benefits of gardening and the outdoors. You should also have:

• Great relationship building skills
• Experience in maintaining a garden throughout the seasons
• Experience co-facilitating groups, workshops and events
• Experience supporting people who may have experienced trauma

How we’ll support you

We’ll encourage you to be creative and innovative, and to take a pragmatic approach to planning and implementing new initiatives. You’ll have passionate people around you and a supportive manager. You’ll also have access to wider Cyrenians support, including our learning and development programme, and staff wellbeing services.

About Cyrenians

At Cyrenians we tackle the causes and consequences of homelessness by taking a Public Health Approach to Homelessness Prevention. We take a values-led and relationships-based approach to delivering all our services. Read more about our impact and our values.

Fresh Start provides support to people moving on from or those at risk of homelessness. Fresh Start has been active in Edinburgh for over 25 years with a mission to help people make a home for themselves. Volunteering is at the centre of Fresh Start’s ethos, and we are looking to diversify our team of volunteers to ensure all ages, backgrounds and demographics are represented and given opportunities at Fresh Start.

Fresh Start offer a range of services to people either at the transition from homelessness or those who are risk of homelessness. We provide people with the provision of household starter packs, white goods, painting and decorating services. Via our community hub we offer a wide range of services including: cooking, community pantry and shop, growing spaces, provision of advice, information and support.

We are looking for a team player who would like to work in our busy warehouse, someone who is keen to learn, grow and develop themselves. Working alongside the rest of the starter pack team and our volunteers the Warehouse and Services Assistant is a key role within the warehouse working alongside our volunteers to assemble and deliver starter packs, including the safe testing of electrical (training will be provided) items within the starter packs.

Fresh Start is a small charity and a flexible approach and the ability to multi-task is essential. A good team player who can also work on their own initiative and be pro-active is required for this role.

Rock Trust are delighted to offer a new position of Youth Housing Hub Coordinator in Glasgow, thanks to funding from the National Lottery Fund.

The service will provide support and advice to young people to prevent homelessness. Where homelessness cannot be avoided, services will ensure it is rare, brief, and non-recurring by assisting young people to establish appropriate professional and other supportive networks, to support a successful transition to permanent, independent accommodation.

The role is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to coordinate a comprehensive one-stop support shop for young homeless people and those at risk of homelessness aged 16 to 25 years old by providing access to essential services and information across areas such as health education and other key support needs.

As HUB Coordinator, you will be responsible for establishing, managing, and developing the HUB to effectively meet the needs of the young people accessing its services. You will oversee the delivery of support services foster partnerships with external agencies, guide staff, and ensure the HUB operates smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading on the setup and development of the HUB, including establishing processes and resources.

• Ensuring the HUB provides effective, person-centred support to young people.

• Building and maintaining strong partnerships with external agencies concerning young people's support needs within the HUB

• Overseeing the assessment process and development of the service

• Monitoring the HUB's performance, reporting on key outcomes, and ensuring compliance with all policies and safeguarding practices.

• Managing budget and resources to deliver cost-effective services.

• Promoting a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for young people and staff.

• Developing and implementing strategies to ensure the HUB meets the needs of its users and adapts to emerging challenges.

• Acting as a key advocate for young homeless people and raising awareness of the HUB’s services in the community.

What We Are Looking For:

• Proven experience of working in support services, ideally for young people or vulnerable groups.

• Experience in service development, including setting up a new project/programme.

• Knowledge of homelessness issues, including safeguarding, and housing legislation.

• Ability to build effective partnerships with external agencies and stakeholders.

• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

• A compassionate, non-judgmental approach and a passion for supporting young people.

• Budget management experience and a focus on delivering quality, outcomes-based services.

Why Join Us?

• A unique opportunity to set up and lead a vital service for young homeless people.

• Make a meaningful and lasting impact in the lives of young people.

• Work within a supportive and innovative organisation.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.