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Front of House Lead – Scran Cafe at the Children’s Hospital
- Full time or Part time
- £24,479
- On site: The Royal Hospital for Children and Young People, Little France, EH16 4TJ
- Closing 6th February 2026
- Advertised from 23rd January 2026
- Duration: 1 year FTC, with possibility of extension. Hours: maximum 35 hours. Please note we are recruiting for a full-time position, but we are open to considering two part-time applicants to jointly fulfil the role.
- Benefits: 25 days holiday (plus stat holidays), employer pension contributions. Enrolment onto medicash healthcare scheme. Annual duvet day allowance.
Role
Scran Academy is an Edinburgh youth work charity, supporting young people facing poverty and trauma to succeed through our innovative education and employment programmes.
We exist to alleviate poverty and provide opportunities for all young people, no matter their background or barrier. How we do this by creating real-life experiences and positive adult relationships in professional kitchen settings that help shine a light on the strengths and aspirations of young people.
We’re currently looking for a talented, experienced hospitality professional to join the frontline team in our exciting new café site at the Royal Hospital for Children and Young People.
The successful candidate will be an experienced customer service professional; a talented and welcoming host with excellent communication skills and a track record of coordinating smooth front of house operations. They will be instinctively organised and process-driven, and demonstrate experience of meticulous due diligence.
They will also be deeply passionate about maximising the potential of all young people and be ready to maintain a professional environment that supports and welcomes young people with diverse backgrounds and unmet needs. Our Front of House Lead will therefore be ready to inspire and be inspired by young people. Working with placements on our employability programme will be part of the fabric of the job, supporting many in what might be their first professional environment, so compassion, patience and a non-judgemental approach are essentials.
A full Job Description and Person Specification is available for download below.
Application notes
To apply, please send a CV and a cover letter of no more than 500 words stating why you are the best fit for the role and any other relevant information you would like to highlight to david@scranacademy.com
Please send applications by 9am on Friday the 6th Feb 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview w/c 9th Feb 2026.
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About Us
Oliver Gill was diagnosed with a very rare and aggressive form of cancer at just a few days old, and despite smiling his way through intensive chemotherapy passed away at 24 weeks old. LoveOliver was started on his parents’ laptop with donations from friends and family.
Today, LoveOliver reaches every family in Scotland with a child diagnosed with cancer, providing practical, financial and emotional support along with the hope of gentler treatments and ultimately a cure, through investment in ground-breaking research. LoveOliver has its own children’s charity shop in Glenrothes and was recently gifted the incredible Hub drop-in centre near Edinburgh’s Royal Hospital for Children & Young People, as well as continuing to provide meals, thermometers and financial grants to every Scottish family impacted by childhood cancer.
As LoveOliver has grown so has our ambition, and we are expanding our small team to help us move forward at this exciting time for the organisation. Help us realise our vision of a country in which every family with a child diagnosed with cancer knows there is hope of a cure and that they will have support on their cancer journey.
The Role
We are recruiting a Hub Coordinator to lead the small but incredible team of volunteers at The Hub, with support from our Operations Manager.
LoveOliver has run a drop-in café at The Hub since 2022 and having recently taken on the ownership of the entire building; this is an exciting time to be joining the service as we seek to expand our offering for children and families.
We are seeking a candidate who is compassionate, creative and organised, to help us support children and families on their cancer journey, from diagnosis to treatment and beyond. Our ideal candidate will have good organisational skills to manage rotas, food stocks and volunteers, and crucially will be able to build positive relationships with families, volunteers and partners such as hospital staff, social workers and other charities offering support through The Hub.
The Hub Coordinator will also be key to developing our service provision at The Hub, working closely with families to identify further support and activity opportunities and then leading on implementation, collaborating with our staff and volunteers to make things happen.
Carnegie UK is recruiting a new Head of Finance.
We are an endowed charity and have worked to improve wellbeing in the UK and Ireland for over 100 years. Today we seek to influence public policy and practice, building on robust evidence and research to argue for change.
We are focussed on improving the collective wellbeing of people in the UK and Ireland, ensuring everyone has what they need to live well now and in the future.
We are looking for an experienced finance professional who is motivated by the prospect of working in a values-led policy organisation.
Carnegie UK has £46m of assets under management and an annual income in the region of £1.65m. Our investments are managed by professional advisers in line with our statement of Investment Policy, which includes a commitment to investing in ways that align with our mission.
The Head of Finance, Governance and Risk leads on all financial and risk management for the Trust. The post-holder has overall responsibility for Carnegie UK’s systems of financial control and supports the CEO on financial and investment strategy and planning. They also support the Finance Committee (comprised of Trustees and two co-opted members with investment expertise), the Audit and Risk Committee, and the wider Board of Trustees, and act as the first point of contact for the Investment Manager and the auditors.
The role includes responsibility for leading on the organisation’s approach to identifying, assessing and managing corporate risk, and for advising on formal and regulatory aspects of our governance. The Head of Finance, Governance and Risk is a key member of Carnegie UK’s Senior Management Team, reporting to the CEO. As such, the postholder will take an active role in forward planning and decision making within the organisation and will be expected to act as a role model for our values and ways of working.
In summary, key areas of responsibility include:
- Permanent endowment - long term stewardship of the Trust’s endowment, including managing the relationship with our investment managers
- Provision of financial information and management of budgets
- Procurement and best value
- Salaries and pensions
- Governance – the operational approach to all governance and legal matters
- Risk management– maintaining an appropriate organisation-wide risk management framework
This is a role which plays an important part within our organisation and is a member of the senior management team. By joining us, you will be committing to help achieve Carnegie UK’s mission of improving collective wellbeing of people across the UK and Ireland and be motivated by the prospect of working in a values-led organisation with a focus on continuous learning.
The current postholder is retiring in 2026 and we are now looking for an experienced finance professional for this important role. The successful candidate will have excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills and be required to take initiative and work independently. We are seeking the following attributes:
- Highly organised, with the ability to work independently, but with a clear appreciation of the relationships between different aspects of the team’s work and pro-active in making connections.
- Actively shares knowledge, information and resources within teams and across the organisation to encourage collaboration.
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, Trustees, partners, and other stakeholders.
- Ability to represent Carnegie UK at high-level meetings, building rapport with audiences and presenting ideas with authority.
- Actively seeks and promotes a culture of continuous improvements to ways of working. Balances innovation and risk to maximise impact.
- Is approachable and solutions-focused when problems arise and encourages a supportive environment which focuses on lessons learned.
- Reports confidently and with authority to the appropriate governance structures.
We are passionate about our organisation and purpose and are looking for our next Head of Finance, Governance & Risk to share that passion and help build on our success, taking responsibility for some of the key aspects of future planning and working in a truly unique environment with a great team.
Carnegie UK offers a flexible and supportive working environment and exceptional terms and conditions. This is a 4 days / week opportunity (28-hour working week rather than our standard 35 hours) and we provide 4 paid days each year for volunteering. We aim for staff to spend two days a week (currently two days across Monday to Wednesday) in Andrew Carnegie House in Dunfermline, but for the right candidate we would be prepared to offer additional flexibility.
If you have the experience we are looking, then we’d love to hear from you.
About Intercultural Youth Scotland (IYS)
Intercultural Youth Scotland (IYS) is a national youth charity empowering and supporting Black and People of Colour (BPoC) children and young people across Scotland.
As a leading voice for equity, inclusion and social change, our work is rooted in community, shaped by youth voice, and driven by a commitment to challenge inequality and build a more just and inclusive Scotland. We create safe, supportive and inspiring spaces where young people can connect, collaborate and lead positive change.
Young people’s experiences, ideas and leadership are central to everything we do. Our programmes provide holistic, youth-led support that enables young people to thrive, feel heard and realise their potential.
About the Education Programme
The IYS Education Programme delivers anti-racist education through workshops and curriculum-linked sessions in schools and other learning environments. The programme challenges systemic inequalities within education, while supporting schools, staff and young people to embed inclusive, anti-racist practice and leadership.
The Role
We are looking for an Education Programme Officer to support the delivery and development of our Education Programme.
You will work directly with BPoC young people, schools and partners to deliver high-quality anti-racist education, support inclusive practice, and contribute to meaningful, measurable impact. Working closely with the Education Programme Coordinator and colleagues across IYS, you will help ensure young people receive joined-up, empowering and responsive support.
Within this role you will:
- Deliver high-quality anti-racist education sessions in schools and other learning environments
- Work directly with Black and People of Colour (BPoC) young people, providing facilitation, mentoring and advocacy
- Support schools and educators to embed inclusive, anti-racist practice through training, guidance and constructive challenge
- Co-develop and refresh education resources in collaboration with the Education Programme Coordinator
- Build and maintain strong relationships with schools, partners and community stakeholders
- Contribute to monitoring, evaluation and reporting to demonstrate impact and support continuous improvement
- Work collaboratively across IYS programmes to ensure young people receive joined-up, holistic support
- Uphold safeguarding, wellbeing and child protection standards at all times
About You
We’d love to hear from you if you can demonstrate:
- A degree-level qualification (SCQF Level 9) or equivalent relevant experience
- Experience delivering youth work, education or community-based programmes working directly with children and young people
- Strong facilitation and communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire young people
- A clear understanding of anti-racism, equality and social justice, particularly within education settings
- Experience working with Black and People of Colour (BPoC) young people and/or a strong understanding of the barriers they face
- Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with schools, partners and other stakeholders
- Knowledge of the current Scottish education context
- Experience gathering feedback and contributing to monitoring, evaluation or reporting on programme impact
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise and manage events and activities effectively
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Desirable criteria
- Experience delivering anti-racist or equity-focused education in schools or community settings
- Experience working in or with schools in a pastoral, support or co-production capacity
- Experience within a charity, youth or third-sector organisation
Further detail on responsibilities, skills and experience is available in the full job description.
Working with Children and Young People
Employment is conditional upon a successful PVG and safeguarding check.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and experiences.
We are proud of our diverse and passionate team, and we warmly welcome applications from all backgrounds who share our values and our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of young people.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to make a real difference to young people’s lives
- 7 weeks’ paid leave per year (inclusive of public holidays)
- Employee Assistance provision
- Flexible, hybrid working model
We are recruiting a Café Manager to manage the RNIB Community Café in Edinburgh.
As part of the role, you will lead a small and robust team of volunteers in successfully and profitably managing the operation of the Café.
As Manager, you will join a welcoming team overseeing group activities in the building and be a source of information and signposting to community members and partners. The Manager will develop useful links with external organisations such as local suppliers, businesses and community groups, adhering to the most recent government guidance.
A crucial part of the role will be to actively promote and develop the use by the visually impaired community, local community and partners.
Ideally, you should hold Level 2 Food Safety Certification (however, this is not essential as training can be given).
The Manager and team will directly provide support to blind and partially sighted people, ensuring that the Café acts as a resource for community members, campaigns teams and fundraising teams.
What We Offer
RNIB prides itself on being a great place to work with a positive, progressive culture. We offer a wide range of benefits including 26 days of holiday per year (plus bank holidays) which rises with service, enhanced family friendly benefits, a contributory pension scheme with an employer contribution of up to 11% and a rewards platform with employee discounts across over 800 retailers.
For more information on our available benefits, please visit our Benefits of Working at RNIB page.
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