Health in Mind

With your mental health at heart.

We have an exciting opportunity for someone with lived or living experience in problematic drug and/or alcohol use and mental health difficulties to join our Midlothian Community Mental Health and Wellbeing team.

This post is commissioned by the Corra Foundation on behalf of the Scottish Government.

We are recruiting a Peer Support Worker to the deliver drop-in, one to one and group support to residents within hostel accommodation in Midlothian in partnership with the Midlothian Substance Use Team. You will have lived experience in either mental health, problematic drug or alcohol use and experience of delivering one to one and group support for people recovering from substance use and mental health difficulties. The successful applicant will use their own lived experience to engage with those facing substance use issues and mental health difficulties and as part of a team look to promote positive recovery pathways through 1:1 and groupwork, delivering an active Peer Support Service offering social, emotional and practical support.

Successful applicants will provide time-managed, outcome focused and strength-based one to one support, and deliver drop-ins and structured groups for residents of homeless accommodation/hostels in Midlothian who experience substance use, justice and mental health difficulties. The role will also require regular outreach work in community. You will work in a person centered and strength-based way appropriately using your lived experience to support others.

Experience of delivering one to one and group support is essential.

The successful applicant will work as part of the Recovery & Justice Support Team and the wider Midlothian Health in Mind Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Services team, and support the promotion of all Health in Mind services.

CAPS is looking for a new Collective Advocacy worker to lead the work of this established collective advocacy project. The role is to ensure people’s voices are heard by decision-makers locally. The group has developed its own priorities by drawing on their experiences to bring about change and improve attitudes and services.

This role will support and join the existing enthusiastic team of CAPS Collective Advocacy workers, who work across Lothian on eight different mental health related collective advocacy projects.

The role offers autonomy and flexibility. You should be friendly and approachable, with the ability to form trusting relationships with group members and colleagues. Some working from home is possible. This is a great opportunity to work with a dynamic independent advocacy organisation that’s making a real difference to people’s lives. Find out more about CAPS Independent Advocacy at: capsadvocacy.org

The People and Culture Assistant provides essential administrative and coordination support across all areas of HR, wellbeing, and organisational culture.

Working closely with the People and Wellbeing Officer and People and Culture Manager, this role ensures that people processes run smoothly and that staff across the organisation receive a consistent, positive, and values-driven experience. This is a varied and rewarding role for someone looking to develop their career in the HR or people-focused work within a supportive, purpose-led charity.

Key Responsibilities:

HR Administration and Coordination

• Provide high quality and administrative support across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, changes to employment, and leavers
• Maintain accurate and confidential HR records and systems, ensuring compliance with data protection legislation
• Assistant in the preparation of employment documentation, including advertising roles, scheduling interviews, and corresponding with candidates
• Administer payroll changes, benefits, and absence records in collaboration with the Finance Team.

Wellbeing, Engagement, and Culture

• Support the coordination and delivery of wellbeing and engagement activities such aswellbeing days, surveys, and awareness campaigns
• Assist with internal communications relating to people, wellbeing, and culture updates
• Help promote a positive and inclusive organisational culture aligned with the charity’svalues
• Collate feedback from staff engagement activities and support the monitoring ofparticipation rates and feedback trends

Learning and Development

• Coordinate logistics for internal and external training, including booking venues, managing attendance, and updating training records
• Support with the evaluation of learning and development activities
• Maintain accurate records of professional development activity and compliance training

General Support

• Provide administrative support to the People and Culture Team, including scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and managing shared inboxes
• Assist with data collection for reporting and audits
• Handle routine queries from staff with professionalism, confidentiality, and care
• Contribute to continuous improvement in people processes, ensuring they are efficient and user-friendly

Essential Criteria:

• Experience in administration or office support, ideally within HR, people, or a charity environment
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new systems
• A positive, proactive, and collaborative approach to work
• Commitment to the values and mission of Change Mental Health

Desirable Criteria:

• Working towards or interested in studying for a CIPD qualification
• Experience supporting wellbeing, engagement, or inclusion initiatives
• Understanding of HR or people processes
• Awareness and empathy for mental health and wellbeing issues

General Duties

• Act in accordance with Data Protection legislation. Ensure all records, personal, staff and client data are managed in line with Data Management and Information Governance policies
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements such as provisions set out in the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
• As with all employees, workers and volunteers; to encourage people to join Change Mental Health as a member, donor or activist
• To act in accordance with the charity’s Health & Safety and Safeguarding policies and to notify your line manager promptly if there are any concerns
• To participate in regular supervision and appraisal and undertake any relevant training as appropriate to the role
• To work in accordance with the charity’s national policies and local operating procedures and those of external regulators or professional bodies

Benefits

- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme

- 35-hour week, flexible and blended working

- 37 days annual leave (including public holidays)

- Paid Mental Wellbeing Days

- Professional development opportunities

- Cycle to Work Scheme, Blue Light Card, season ticket loan

About The Royal Company of Merchants and The Endowments Trust

The Royal Company of Merchants of the City of Edinburgh is one of Scotland’s most historic yet forward-looking charitable institutions. We’re proud to continue a tradition of compassion, integrity and community service that continues to make a real difference in Edinburgh today.

Through the Merchant Company Endowments Trust, we provide practical support to individuals and charity groups across the city. By working with local partners, we help address need, strengthen communities and promote wellbeing throughout Edinburgh

This is a brand-new position — an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys taking initiative and helping to shape a role from the ground up. You’ll work closely with charity trustees and members of the Charity Committee, building partnerships, coordinating support and contributing to the next chapter of the Company’s charitable story.

(Please note: our website is currently being updated — if you’d like to know more about the Company and our charitable work, we’ll be delighted to share information during the recruitment process.)

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About the Role

The Community Charity Coordinator will play a key part in expanding the Trust’s charitable partnerships and ensuring effective support for those who reach out for assistance.

The role blends strong administrative and IT skills with a warm, people-focused approach, delivering meaningful impact through both practical support and relationship-building.

As this is a newly created role, you’ll need confidence, enthusiasm and initiative to establish effective processes, build relationships and help define how the position develops.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys taking ownership and wants to make a visible difference in their community.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to shape a brand-new role and contribute to the development of the Trust’s charitable work.
• A supportive and caring environment, working alongside experienced trustees and committee members.
• Salary: £29,143 per annum (based on full-time equivalent of £34,000 for 35 hours).
• Holidays: 38 days per year (pro rata, including public holidays).
• Pension: 10% employer contribution.
• Life Assurance provided.
• Flexible working arrangements and a strong focus on work–life balance.
• The chance to be part of a respected organisation, making a meaningful impact in Edinburgh.