Background

Deafblind Scotland is the specialist charity working with adults living with Deafblindness (dual sensory loss). Our ambitions are high for members and we are therefore at the cutting edge of finding ways to support people to lead their most meaningful life. Deafblind people are at the centre of all that we do and staff endeavour to work side by side with those who understand what it means to live with this condition. Deafblindness can be a devastating condition that can make daily life extremely challenging and as a result, many people living with Deafblindness become isolated. Our services can make a vital difference to their lives; enabling people to regain confidence, gain vital communication skills and re-establish social connections. Some people may acquire the loss of both senses where others may be born Deaf or with Visual Impairment and lose the other sense in adulthood through conditions such as Ushers Syndrome.

Purpose of Job

As the Business Development Officer you will be responsible for the identification and development of business and sponsorship opportunities for income generation. This will include Charity of the Year, promotion of our legacy fundraising, and managing relationships with individual fundraisers. One specific area of development will be leading on the creation of our Corporate Partnership programme The role is also responsible for building a robust pipeline of new and potential funders, writing and submitting compelling funding proposals and applications that showcase the amazing work of Deafblind Scotland. Specifically to support us to grow the charity’s services and programmes with income from trusts and foundations, lottery bodies and other grant makers of all sizes.

Forth Valley Sensory Centre (FVSC) is a hub where people with a visual and/or hearing loss and their friends, families, carers and the wider community can access quality services and advice from our Charity and partner organisations.

We are looking for a new Development Manager who can identify and , develop new outreach opportunities and expand what we already offer across Forth Valley.

This will be a great position for someone with proven management experience, who is looking to develop themselves under the direct guidance of the CEO. The successful candidate will be a “people person” who communicates effectively internally and externally, with compassion, motivation and the ability to positively influence others.

We would love to hear from you if you are committed to our values, have the ability to promote FVSC to the wider community, help us achieve strategic goals and create positive, lasting impact across Forth Valley.

The Organisation

Forth Valley Sensory Centre is a hub for people with a visual or hearing loss where they and their friends, families, carers, and the wider community can access quality services and advice from partner organisations. The Centre was the first of its kind constructed in the UK and specifically developed for the sensory impaired community.

The Centre provides an array of bespoke services, moulded by end users and their requests of what is most important to them. From digital support to meeting spaces, a sensory garden, café as well as over 30 groups and classes and more- there are never two days the same in The Centre.

The Role

As the Development Manager, you will play a crucial role in identifying growth opportunities, building partnerships and showcasing the services that FVSC can provide on an outreach basis. You will be responsible for developing and executing strategies, creating awareness, and promoting the organisation to communities throughout Forth Valley.

This role requires a blend of internal and external relationship building, strong communication skills and management. To be considered for this role, you must demonstrate experience in leading a team and be able to prepare and present information in accessible formats to engage individuals who could benefit from FVSC services. Communication skills are a vital part of this role, in conjunction with being compassionate, collaborative and inclusive in your approach.

If you think you can thrive in this role and possess the desired qualities and capabilities, please do not hesitate to get in touch by following the below steps to either submit your application or chat to us to find out more.

Come and be part of something Amazing!

We are delighted to be recruiting an Inclusive Employment Programme Lead to manage and deliver Down’s Syndrome Scotland’s new Inclusive Employment Programme for adults with Down’s syndrome seeking meaningful employment to reach their fullest potential.

For too long, people with Down’s syndrome have experienced barriers to employment and we want to change that, for good. Can you help us do that?

Passion, innovation, and integrity are at the heart of our culture. So, we are dedicated to bringing together highly skilled people who are also passionate about making a difference. In return, we offer a flexible, professional and friendly working environment in which our staff team are truly valued and fully supported.

As our Inclusive Employment Programme Lead you will drive our Inclusive Employment Programme by working in partnership with a host of willing employers who truly value the contribution that people with Down’s syndrome can make to their workforce. You will get right alongside people with Down’s syndrome and support them to reach for the stars in seeking employment opportunities across a wide range of settings, right across Scotland.

You will recruit and lead a new team including Training and Mentoring Workers with lived experience, support staff and volunteers.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual with a strong track record of success in this area.

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on people’s lives, with experience in health & social care and a focused drive for quality and continual improvement? If this sounds like you, then this could be the role you have been waiting for!

We have an exciting opportunity for a quality focused individual to join Cornerstone as a Quality Improvement Officer on a full-time, permanent basis.

This role can be based in any of our main offices (Dundee, Aberdeen or Glasgow), or part of our hybrid working model. If opting for hybrid, we would need you to live within a reasonable commute of Dundee, Aberdeen or Glasgow. There will be occasions that we'll need you to travel to other Cornerstone branch locations (travel expenses would be reimbursed as set out in Cornerstone’s expense policy with travel reimbursed by HMRC legislation).

The Role

Cornerstone is one of Scotland's largest charities with 45 years' experience providing great care and support for adults and children with various support needs across Scotland.

As an integral part of our Continuous Improvement team, you’ll drive positive change across the organisation by providing expert guidance and support on all quality improvement initiatives.

You’ll uphold all legal, regulatory requirements, and standards while promoting a culture of continuous learning whilst driving innovation and improvement.

Please see the Role Profile attached to our advert for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

About You

What we'll need you to bring: -

• Proven experience of working within the Health & Social Care sector
• Have confidence in complex situations, using your communication skills to effectively raise concerns and find constructive solutions
• Knowledge and experience of providing high quality support services in a person-centred environment that empowers individuals to reach their potential
• A strong understanding of the Health and Social Care Standards, relevant legislation and regulations.
• The ability to analyse and interpret statistical data
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• A creative, innovative and imaginative approach to tasks and adaptable to change
• The ability to produce high-quality, accurate work to strict and tight deadlines
• Effective negotiation and team working skills with the ability to work on your own initiative
• Good administrative skills
• A professional care or health qualification