MECOPP is Scotland’s leading Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) carers’ organisation providing a variety of care and support services to carers from BME and other marginalised communities.

The postholder will join an established Community Health Team – ‘Community Health Matters’ – designed to improve health outcomes and reduce health inequalities amongst Scotland’s Gypsy/Traveller community. The Community Health Team is part of a wider programme of work supporting the Gypsy/Traveller community which includes carer support, support for the cared for person, financial resilience, food insecurity, community-based arts and women’s and men’s development work.

The postholder will:

• Raise awareness of mental health and wellbeing within the community using a variety of approaches to include community outreach, information campaigns including social media and developing mental health and wellbeing ‘ambassadors’;
• Develop a range of accessible resources including dedicated web pages on the MECOPP website in partnership with community members;
• Provide mental health and wellbeing awareness raising sessions aimed at different population groups within the community, eg. carers, young people, women, men and older people;
• Build community capacity and resilience by supporting the participation of community members in accredited mental health training such as Mental Health First Aid and Safe Talk;
• Raise awareness of the specific issues in relation to mental health and wellbeing experienced by the community with planners, policy makers and service providers at local and national level; and,
• Support community engagement and participation with policy makers, planners and service providers.
• (*particular focus on intergeneration project working)

We anticipate that travel may be required so the location of the post is flexible although some attendance at the office will be required. Key areas of focus for this work will include Lanarkshire, Ayrshire, and Arron

Delivery of all tasks and activities will be commensurate with the number of hours secured for the post.

About Intercultural Youth Scotland

Intercultural Youth Scotland (IYS) is Scotland’s leading voice for Black and People of Colour (BPoC) children and young people. We exist to create safe, inspiring, and supportive spaces, driven by youth voice and lived experience, to challenge inequality and build a more inclusive Scotland.

About the Role

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Education Programme Coordinator to lead and grow our impactful anti-racism Education Programme. This role is central to our mission—delivering high-quality, youth-led workshops in schools and learning environments, tackling systemic inequalities in education, and empowering young people of colour across Scotland.

Within this role you’ll oversee programme delivery, manage a small team, build strategic relationships with schools and stakeholders, and ensure the programme continues to deliver measurable impact. If you’re committed to anti-racist education, experienced in youth-focused work, and ready to lead with empathy and purpose—we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the strategic direction and day-to-day delivery of the Education Programme
• Work closely with schools and young people to co-design content and ensure it meets real needs
• Manage and support a small team of Anti-Racist Education Officers
• Promote the programme across schools, local authorities, and education networks
• Oversee budgets, evaluation processes, and impact reporting
• Represent IYS in external forums, advocating for anti-racist education
• Ensure young people can access wider IYS services through cross-programme collaboration

What You’ll Bring

Essential

• At least 2 years’ experience managing youth-focused or education-based projects
• Strong facilitation and relationship-building skills
• Understanding of Scottish education systems and equity in learning
• Proven experience in planning, budgeting, and reporting
• Commitment to anti-racism, inclusion, and youth empowerment
• Experience of working directly with young people
• SCQF Level 9 qualification (Degree) or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Line management or supervision experience
• Experience working in or with schools
• Youth work or third sector background
• Experience delivering or promoting anti-racist or equity-focused education

Why Work with Us?

• 4-day full-time working week (32 hours)
• £32,000 salary
• 29 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)
• Flexible, hybrid working model
• Employee Assistance Programme

MECOPP is Scotland’s leading Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) carers’ organisation providing a variety of care and support services to carers and cared for people from BME and those with one or more protected characteristics including Gypsy/Travellers

Purpose of Job

To work collaboratively with members of the Gypsy/Traveller community in a programme of activities designed to raise awareness of their specific culture and heritage across communities. The work will primarily take place in three geographic locations: Fife; Perth & Kinross; and, North & South Lanarkshire.

Services:

• Working in East Lothian with our stage 2 – 5 autistic adult and parent focused service.
• Working in Edinburgh with Disabled Adults stage 1 – 5 with a mixed caseload of clients.
• Working with parents who identify as Neurodivergent or Autistic in our Midlothian focused stage 5 service (subject to funding).
• Working in Midlothian with Disabled Adults stage 1 – 5 with a mixed caseload of clients (subject to funding).

For 30+ years, Into Work has supported the aim of a world where disabled people, neurodivergent people and those with long-term health conditions have equal access to fair work and opportunity to sustain and develop in work. Since 1998 we have provided a 1:1 person-centred service, following the 5-stage model of Supported Employment. Lived experience of disability is at the heart of our service design and delivery. For more information, please visit intowork.org.uk

Background / Context:

Having been operational in Edinburgh and Lothian for many years, Into Work has a long-standing record of successful partnership working and project delivery for disabled people. Due to expansion, we are now looking for suitably experienced and motivated people to join our growing staff team for both our Disabled Adult and Disabled Young People services.

For some people, the idea of being in work or even engaging with employability services, can seem unachievable and quite an unrealistic prospect. To enhance our user experience and encourage engagement, we offer additional in-house wraparound support, including Income Maximisation and Wellbeing input. We really help disabled people take those first vital steps towards making sustainable employment a reality.

Parents/Adults who are neurodivergent/autistic East Lothian -Role Summary:

• Working alongside the supported employment team, you will support an all age parental support service on a 1:1 basis initially, helping people progress along the 5-stage employability pipeline.
• Supporting people into positive destinations such as education, training, volunteering, employment and continued support.
• Supporting people to access our on-line and in-person training with a particular focus on autism tools, techniques and guidance.
• Working with each person to identify the reasonable adjustments they might require that would enhance their employability journey.

Disabled Adults who present with a disability or health condition Edinburgh (Midlothian subject to funding decision) - Role Summary:

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• Working with a caseload of clients on a 1-1 basis, using the 5 stage model of supported employment.
• Collaborating with Income Maximisation and Wellbeing colleagues to provide wraparound support and ensure a positive employment journey for clients.
• Developing working relationships with local organisations to establish appropriate referrals and linking in with employers to promote opportunities.
• Working with each person to identify the reasonable adjustments they might require that would enhance their employability journey.

Autistic Parents Midlothian Service (post subject to funding decision) - Role Summary:

• Involves working with a caseload of clients on a 1:1 basis, using the 5-stage model of supported employment – focussing mostly on stage 5 referrals.
• Collaborating with Income Maximisation and Wellbeing colleagues to provide wraparound support and ensure a positive employment journey for clients helping people to retain or secure employment.
• Developing working relationships with local organisations to establish appropriate referrals and linking in with employers to promote opportunities.
• Liaising, supporting and negotiation with employers supporting people to enter the workplace and retain their employment.
• Working with each person to identify reasonable adjustments that could make the world or work a more sustainable option.

About you – who we are looking for:

• We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and for our roles in East and Midlothian would particularly encourage applications from candidates with lived experience of autism and neurodivergence
• Our staff come from range of sectors and career backgrounds and go on to become successful employment advisers.
• We require people who align with Into Work’s values and the social model of disability, who are looking for the opportunity to make a difference to the employment prospects of neurodivergent/autistic and disabled people.
• Strong negotiation skills would be welcomed as there will lots of advocacy work required with employers.
• You will need to organise and manage your own workload and be flexible in your approach to work, supporting Into Work across different projects and teams.
• The job role will offer a hybrid model of working.
• Have the ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, including service users, employers and other third sector organisations.
• Ability to collaborate and work as part of a hybrid team.
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What is in it for you?

• Working for a small specialist charity supporting disabled people brings substantial fulfilment, job satisfaction and daily variety.
• You can expect autonomy and the opportunity to be creative, both in your client work and in helping contribute to the development of our services. You can also expect a supportive and progressive working environment which reflects our values of openness, flexibility, perseverance, and collaboration.
• You will receive regular support and supervision, annual appraisal, relevant training, and personal development opportunities.
• We hold a GOLD Investor in People award and are committed to the continuous improvement and development of our employees.
• We are a Living Wage accredited employer, a Disability Confident Leader and have received the Employer of the Year award from the Scottish Union of Supported Employment Apt, sponsored by Diversity Scotland.

You will also benefit from:

• A generous starting annual leave entitlement of 34 days, increasing to 37 days with length of service (pro-rated for part time employees).
• Employer pension contribution of 7.5%.
• Access to death in service scheme.
• Flexitime.
• Enhanced company sick pay.
• Paid carers leave.
• Free and confidential employee assistance programme and services.
• Access to cycle to work and tech scheme discount.