- Advertised from 12th March 2025
Role
Langside Sports Club (SCIO) is recruiting a Chair, to support and guide the existing Board of Trustees through the next phase of the Club's operation. The Club has evolved over several years into a well established facility for the community, financially stable and with ambition to extend the use of the grounds while in balance with nature and the unique and tranquil setting of the club.
For this role the Club is looking to recruit an external person, who can bring a range of experiences which can guide the Club through the strategic, day to day decisions and support the development of the club for all to enjoy.
Chair role requires around 10-12 hrs per month, with time to prepare and attend meetings.
Application notes
For more information on the full recruitment process, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Anne langsidesecretary@gmail.com.
The deadline for first stage applications is 30th April 2025. This is followed by further steps, where we understand more about your skill set and suitability for the Club.
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Grangemouth Community Sports Trust is looking to appoint up to five Trustees to join the Board.
Who are we?
Grangemouth Community Sports Trust is a new charity (a SCIO) set up to manage Grangemouth Stadium for community benefit.
Grangemouth Stadium is central Scotland’s premier athletics training and competition facility and hosts a large number of regional, national and international events, squad training days and coaching conferences. It has been the home of many Olympic and Commonwealth squad teams for training and boasts the relocated Hampden track from the 2014 Commonwealth Games. It is home to Falkirk Victoria Harriers and Forth Valley Flyers and is of huge importance to the local community. The Trust seeks to widen and diversify the use of the facilities to secure its future and create a health and wellbeing hub for the local community.
Who are we looking for?
Previous board experience is not necessary but the ability to provide oversight, scrutiny and direction is.
We are seeking people with skills or experience in at least one of the following areas:
- Human Resources
- Health and Safety compliance
- Information Technology
- Legal (in particular, charity law)
- Marketing
- Sports Facility Management
This is a voluntary position with meetings conducted both in person and online.
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Top job! Chief Executive Officer
- Full time
- £45,000 – £55,000
- Hybrid: Edinburgh
- Closing 16th April 2025
We Play Together CEO
About Us
We Play Together SCIO is a community-driven organisation dedicated to achieving sporting success, fostering social impact, and promoting financial sustainability. Operating a thriving Centre and Basketball Club (est.1961), we strive to make a lasting difference in our community through sport, primarily basketball, and meaningful initiatives.
The Role
We are seeking a visionary and driven Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead We Play Together SCIO into its next phase of growth and development. The CEO will be responsible for ensuring sporting success, delivering a robust Social Impact plan, growing financial reserves, and driving the organisation’s strategic expansion. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced leader to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and community-focused environment.
What You’ll Do
1.Financial Leadership and Sustainability
- Develop and oversee annual budgets to grow financial reserves per annum.
- Strategise revenue generation and cost management to deliver surplus income.
2.Sporting and Social Impact
- Work closely with the Club Manager to support club growth and sporting success.
- Define, implement, and report on a measurable Social Impact plan to benefit the community.
3.Centre and Facilities Management
- Improve the condition and increase the usage of the Centre.
- Lead an Expansion Sub-Group to secure long-term access to a second Centre or facility.
4.Governance and Leadership
- Develop and coordinate Trustee Board governance and Sub-Group activities.
- Lead and support the Club Manager and Centre Manager to achieve key goals.
5.Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships
- Build strong relationships with funding partners, sponsors, schools, and community groups.
- Engage with Trustees, Sub-Group participants, and other key stakeholders.
What We’re Looking For
Qualifications and Experience
- Proven senior leadership experience in a sports organisation, charity, or social enterprise.
- Expertise in financial planning, budget management, and delivering financial sustainability.
- Success in developing and implementing social impact initiatives.
- Wide and deep understanding of basketball in Scotland
- Experience in facilities management and increasing community space usage.
- A track record in securing funding, grants, or sponsorship.
- Familiarity with working alongside and reporting to a Trustee Board.
Skills and Knowledge
- Strong financial acumen and the ability to deliver surplus income.
- Excellent leadership, people management, and strategic planning skills.
- Project management skills, particularly in facility expansion
- Understanding of the social impact sector and outcome management
- Demonstrable leadership skills in a basketball environment
- Knowledge of governance and supporting a Board of Trustees.
- Experience in revenue generation strategies for community organisations.
Personal Attributes
- A visionary and strategic thinker with a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build lasting stakeholder relationships.
- Highly organised and effective at managing multiple priorities.
- Passionate about sport and its role in driving social impact.
Decision-Making Responsibilities
- Strategic planning for revenue growth, cost management, and financial sustainability.
- Oversight of budgets, resource allocation, and Social Impact plans.
- Leadership in facility expansion and performance management of key staff.
What We Offer
- Hybrid Working for Flexibility: Full time working in and from the Crags Centre is available, though work from home 1-2 days a week, perhaps after an appropriate bedding in period, would also be a possibility.
- Competitive Compensation: A salary in the range of £45,000 - £55,000 per annum, reflecting your skills and experience.
- Balanced Hours with Flexibility: A standard 37.5 hour working week (9:00 am – 5:30 pm). While flexibility is required for occasional evening meetings, we’re open to discussing a 0.8 FTE arrangement for the right candidate.
Working Rite is excited to present a unique voluntary opportunity to join our Board of Trustees from June 2025. We are at a pivotal moment in our journey, with a bold growth strategy for the next 3-5 years led by an ambitious CEO a dynamic leadership team and exceptional front-line team. Together, we are empowering young people across Scotland with the skills, confidence, and support they need to thrive. WorkingRite are now recruiting for a number of Trustee positions in addition to a Chair of Trustees.
WorkingRite are a charity working with young people aged 15-25 to create positive choices for what comes next after school. We build connections with employers and create chances for young people to grow their skills and confidence in working environments. At Working Rite, our mission is to build trust-based relationships with young people, helping them become the best version of themselves. We are a charity dedicated to early intervention, deeper engagement, and sustained support, creating change that works and transforming young lives through:
- Choices Programme: Early intervention for school age 15-16-year-olds, nurturing pre-employability skills and boosting confidence.
- Chances Programme: Award-winning employability training for 16+, combining practical work skills with personal development through mentored work placements.
- Connections Mentoring: Offering long-term guidance to help young people transition into working life and achieve lasting success.
We are scaling our impact from supporting 250 young people annually to over 500 by 2027, focusing on Financial Sustainability, Operational Rigour, People & Culture, and Impact & Communications.
Role of the Trustee
As a WorkingRite Trustee, we are seeking exceptional individuals with high-level experience, skills, and expertise to guide us on this transformative journey. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for social impact, this is your chance to contribute to meaningful change. We welcome expertise in:
- Fundraising, Income Generation, or Philanthropy
- Communications, Media, PR or Social Media
- Finance
- Marketing & Communications
- Strategic Growth
- Project/Change Management
- Third Sector Experience
- Business or Public Sector Leadership with transferable skills
A positive, proactive attitude and collaborative approach is essential
Role of the Chair
As Chair, you will provide strategic leadership to the Board and act as a critical partner to our CEO. You will set the tone for our governance, ensuring effective collaboration and guiding us through this exciting growth phase. Your role will include
- Leading Board Meetings Setting agendas, facilitating discussions, and ensuring productive outcomes.
- Strategic partnership with the CEO Providing guidance, mentorship, and support to achieve organisational goals.
- External Ambassador Representing Working Rite with funders, partners, and stakeholders to enhance our profile and build new connections.
- Governance Excellence Ensuring compliance with regulatory and financial standards, fostering a culture of accountability and impact.
This role is ideal for a seasoned leader with board experience and a strong network in philanthropy, business, or the public sector.
Join the G20 Youth Project Board of Trustees – Inspire, Lead, and Make an Impact!
Are you passionate about empowering young people? Do you want to play a key role in a dynamic social enterprise that transforms lives? Join us as a trustee of the G20 Youth Project.
Who We Are
The G20 Youth Project is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO) dedicated to creating brighter futures for young people in the G20 area. We provide safe spaces, Arts access, employment pathways, personal development programs, and community support, helping youth especially those affected by trauma to thrive.
We nurture an inclusive, trauma-responsive community where young people feel heard, valued, and supported. As we enter an exciting phase of growth, we seek 3-4 dedicated trustees to shape the future of our initiatives.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from individuals with expertise in charity governance, youth development, mental health services, safeguarding, HR, law, marketing, web design, or grant funding. Beyond specific skills, we seek individuals who share our passion and commitment to young people.
A Unique Leadership Opportunity – Be Our Next Chair!
With our Chair stepping down after a successful three-year term, we seek an inspirational leader to continue our momentum. This is an opportunity to drive real change, shape strategy, and mentor fellow trustees. You will play a key role in expanding impact, strengthening partnerships, and ensuring sustainability.
Why Join Us?
This voluntary trustee role offers the opportunity to:
- Influence meaningful change in young people’s lives
- Guide a growing organisation with strong social impact
- Apply your expertise to strategic decision-making
- Be part of a passionate, values-driven team
Ideal candidates will bring:
- Strong interpersonal skills
- A deep commitment to youth empowerment
- Specialist knowledge relevant to the role (e.g. charity governance, youth work, HR, comms, etc)
If you’re interested in the Chair position, you will also bring strong leadership experience, and a strategic vision to shape our organisation’s direction.
Commitment & Benefits
- Term: 3 years (extendable)
- Time Commitment: Approx. 4-6 meetings annually (including board meetings, strategic planning, and AGM)
- Expenses: Unremunerated, but reasonable travel expenses covered
- Impact: Play a pivotal role in a growing, high-impact organisation
Be Part of Something Bigger
This isn’t just a board role, it’s a chance to be part of a movement driving real, lasting change. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
If you share our vision and have the expertise to help G20 Youth Project thrive, we’d love to hear from you!
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