Established in 2004, Break the Silence is a registered charity which makes a profound and positive difference in the lives of those affected by childhood sexual trauma. We deliver professional counselling, supporting people of all genders, age 13+ resident in East and North Ayrshire.

At Break the Silence we have built our culture and ethos around equality through equity, diversity, inclusion and respect for people. We are trauma-informed and are committed to providing a harmonious working environment where everyone treats each other with dignity and respect.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Team with the introduction of a new part-time Development Officer role on a fixed term contract for 12m having secured funding through the National Lottery Strengthening Organisations fund.

We seek a dynamic, motivated Development Officer to support and lead on the organisation’s sustainability and growth initiatives over the next 12months. The role involves planning, coordinating and management of specific project work in consultation with CEOs, and will include leading our efforts to achieve and maintain relevant organisational accreditations/certifications in addition to marketing, communication.

Salary and Benefits – £24,548pa based on 3days/week (£22.48/hr - 21 hrs/wk). Hours/days of work can be flexible. Working from home with some office-based meetings as required. 30 days holidays pro-rata per annum including public holidays, pension scheme, employee assistance programme and staff wellbeing sessions.

The role is a funded position for 12m. The successful applicant will be required to undertake disclosure check due to the nature of our work. All roles at Break the Silence are subject to a 3 month probationary period.

Forth Valley Rape Crisis Centre is seeking a Counselling Support Worker - Therapeutic Service to deliver emotional support to survivors of sexual violence (age 13+, all genders) across the Forth Valley area. This full-time role involves providing one-to-one support within a feminist, survivor-centred framework—both at our centre and in outreach settings. You will conduct initial assessments, offer support to families and partners, facilitate group work, and ensure inclusive, trauma-informed care for all survivors.

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a new member of staff to join our team and be part of a ground-breaking approach to mental health services!

Thrive Edinburgh brings together a collaboration of partner organisations who work together to improve the mental health and wellbeing of people across the city, with the aim of supporting people to live well and fulfil their potential.

We are looking for an experienced Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioner to join our North-West Edinburgh Thrive Welcome Team, someone with at least two years of experience in delivering mental health support. This role is part of a multidisciplinary team, including Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioners, Peer Workers, Mental Health Nurses, Occupational Therapists and Social Workers. Together we deliver a multi-disciplinary approach, so people can access support when and how they need it.

You will support the delivery of regular Thrive Drop Ins in North-West Edinburgh. You will also deliver short-term individual support, improving people’s mental health and wellbeing, supporting self-management and community connections through the person-centred support you offer.

If you have experience of delivering mental health support and are interested in this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you!

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