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We are seeking a Programme Development Officer – Young People (Routes) to join our team. This post supports the ongoing development and delivery of the national ‘Grow Your Own Routes’ (GYOR) programme, funded by the Scottish Government’s Whole Family Wellbeing Fund. The aim of ‘Grow Your Own Routes’ is to scale up the existing Routes Demonstration Project, which supports young people aged 12-26 years affected by someone else’s alcohol or drug use.

The post-holder will be responsible for supporting the development and delivery of Scottish Families’ national ‘Grow Your Own Routes’ programme across Scotland, reducing stigma and creating a more trauma-informed and responsive workforce. This development programme is funded by the Scottish Government’s Whole Family Wellbeing Fund. The aim of the programme is to support the continued delivery of the Routes practice model across six areas led by other third sector delivery partners, and to share learning about the Routes practice model with other areas of Scotland through delivering learning and development activities.

This is a national post which will involve significant travel across Scotland, as well as work at our national office at Robertson House in Glasgow, Routes bases in East and West Dunbartonshire and from home. It is expected that the post holder will be required to work some evenings and occasional weekends. This post will be part of Scottish Families’ staff team and be managed by the Programme Manager – Young People (Routes)

We are seeking compassionate, creative and collaborative applicants who want to make a difference to the lives of young people affected someone else’s substance use. This role also includes supporting and working alongside young people as well as developing and delivering training on the Routes practice model. We are looking for candidates who are educated to degree level or have a relevant professional qualification, have experience of working with young people and ideally, have some knowledge of editing software. Candidates should have strong organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.

Change Mental Health is a leading national mental health charity providing unique support to people with severe and enduring mental ill health. With over 50 years’ experience across Scotland, we believe people affected by poor mental health and illness deserve the highest quality of support in the community and that every person has the right to be valued and to share in the opportunities, challenges, and joys of everyday life.

In this role, you will lead Change Mental Health’s trust fundraising activities to sustain current services and generate new income for the organisation. You will develop fundraising strategies and lead on developing and writing bids to Trusts and Foundations. You will work closely with the Head of Fundraising and Director of Development, as well as other colleagues, to ensure that we maximise opportunities to identify funds for our existing and new local and national services. You will project manage and lead our tenders for services and contribute to ensuring the organisation remains tender ready.

You will oversee the quality and integrity of our fundraising to ensure we meet the highest standards, protecting the brand and reputation of Change Mental Health.

Essential Criteria:

Fundraising Experience: You will have a proven track record in trust fundraising but also an interest in other areas of fundraising. You’ll be keen to be part of the wider team’s activities, supporting the writing of corporate proposals or getting involved in individual giving or community fundraising.

Excited by growth: You will be ambitious and proactive and relish the opportunity to support the charity to achieve its ambitious goals.

Strategic: You will enjoy thinking strategically to map out the needs of the charity and the ways in which this can be aligned with opportunities for financial support from funders

Relationship Management: You’ll have a proven track record of developing positive relationships with staff at all levels, as well as partner and funder organisations. This will include developing detailed funding propositions in collaboration with project staff. You will thrive working with funders and partners on a day -to-day basis, be a self-starter and have high standards for yourself and others.

Creative and Innovative:You will have a creative approach, with an ability to write interesting and engaging proposals.

Passionate about writing:You’ll enjoy the writing about the work we do and showcasing this to potential funders in a way that engages them effectively. You’ll have excellent written and spoken communication skills, and confidence writing for different audiences/contexts.

You will need to have experience of:

• Responding to funding opportunities and developing attractive funder-focussed proposals
• Producing impact and evaluation reports for funders
• Multi-tasking and managing multiple complex and multi-faceted projects.
• Building pipelines and cases for support in response to organisational needs.
• Developing and reporting on complex budgets
• Solid IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and databases.
• Sound understanding of relevant fundraising regulations and GDPR.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience of managing staff and/or volunteers
• Experience of successful fundraising or relationship management outside of Trusts and Grants
• Experience in engaging with emerging technology and fundraising platforms

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 supporter, 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

This job profile and list of duties is not exhaustive and serves only to highlight the main requirements. The line manager may stipulate other reasonable requirements and projects commensurate with the general profile and grade of the post.

Benefits:

• 24/7 access to an award-winning Employee Assistance Programme providing free legal, financial, and medical advice as well as support with life’s challenges.
• A 35-hour working week, enhanced sick pay & season ticket loan.
• A great work life balance with flexible and blended working environment.
• Blue Light Discount Card
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced sick pay and leave entitlements.
• Generous 37 days’ holiday
• Paid Mental Wellbeing Days
• Professional development including funded opportunities.

Change Mental Health is a leading national mental health charity providing unique support to people with severe and enduring mental ill health. With over 50 years’ experience across Scotland, we believe people affected by poor mental health and illness deserve the highest quality of support in the community and that every person has the right to be valued and to share in the opportunities, challenges, and joys of everyday life.

About the Project / Service

As a Change Mental Health practitioner, you work directly with service users who require immediate or on going emotional, practical or vocational support in order to deliver the best possible outcomes. You will work with service users to develop and review personal plans, although ultimate oversight rests with the Senior Project Worker. You work closely with other members of staff to achieve outcomes as defined by my line manager. Within the area team there is a clear line management structure which supports and shapes the practice. You will contribute to an environment where people can relax, re-establish social skills and enhance their quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work as part of a team building positive working relationships.
• In partnership with service users, implement outcome focused development plans as designed/overseen by my line manager to enable service users to achieve their identified goals.
• To achieve outcomes, Employ several appropriate intervention strategies including positive communication skills.
• Ensure that the Resource Centre is welcoming, clean, tidy and safe.
• Carry out ongoing risk assessment that is integral to ensure the wellbeing of service users.
• Demonstrate group work skills which bring people together in a safe environment
• Have an awareness of appropriate professional boundaries including confidentiality
• Understand the requirements of Health and Safety in the workplace and follow Change Mental Health policies.

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

Essential Criteria:

• Ideally educated to SVQ level 2 or have relevant experience working in health and social care
• Able to plan and prioritise your workload
• My professional self -awareness means that I can seek support and advice from my line manager appropriately and participate in supervision and support meetings positively
• Empathetic and caring
• A personal and professional value base is consistent with the aims and objectives of Change Mental Health
• Practice that is firmly based within a model of recovery
• Demonstrate genuine regard for service users and their families
• Have good I.T. skills and can produce accurate case notes
• Enthusiastic to develop my knowledge and skills

Desirable Criteria

• Experience of working with people affected by mental illness
• Experience of working in a SSSC Registered Service
• A learning and development portfolio which evidences my skills and knowledge.

Benefits

• 24/7 access to an award-winning Employee Assistance Programme providing free legal, financial, and medical advice as well as support with life’s challenges.
• A 35-hour working week, enhanced sick pay & season ticket loan.
• A great work life balance with flexible and blended working environment.
• Access to purchase a Blue Light Discount Card
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced sick pay and leave entitlements.
• Generous 37 days’ holiday.
• Paid Mental Wellbeing days.
• Professional development including funded opportunities.

As an Engineer at Walk Wheel Cycle Trust (WWCT) you will be responsible for creating clear and accurate technical work. You will use your professional skills and experience to complete tasks with minimal supervision. The work plays a key role in delivering complex projects that support WWCT’s mission to provide high quality and sustainable infrastructure.

You will work as part of a multi disciplinary team which includes designers, engineers, technicians and other specialists. Together, they deliver projects and programmes that support the Trust’s strategic priorities.

In this role, you will use your recognised technical knowledge, apply practical and creative problem solving, and produce reliable technical outputs. You will work closely with colleagues across different disciplines and contribute to solutions that help improve places for people to walk, wheel and cycle. Your contribution is important to creating sustainable and accessible transport networks.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage straightforward projects from start to finish through all RIBA stages.
• Use technical expertise to produce accurate and reliable project outputs and deliverables.
• Engage with internal colleagues, external partners, regulatory authorities and other key stakeholders during project delivery.
• Contribute to business development activities by preparing agreed project proposals.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a creative, fast moving environment and wants to stretch their skills across a wide range of disciplines. Working at WWCT means being part of a passionate, multi skilled team where you’ll collaborate with designers, engineers and specialists to shape real, positive change in communities. It’s an opportunity to grow your technical expertise, tackle meaningful challenges, and make a visible impact on the places people walk, wheel and cycle every day.

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.

• A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field, such as Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, or another relevant and clearly demonstrated specialism, with at least two years of experience. OR five years of work experience in a relevant role.
• Competence in using design software that is appropriate for the role, eg AutoCAD suite including Civil 3D and other packages.
• A working understanding of guidance and good practice in healthy street design, including inclusive design principles and a holistic approach to creating places.
• A working understanding of health and safety management, including how to apply the CDM Regulations.
• The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk.

LIVING OUR VALUES

At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we’re a values driven organisation. We’re looking for people who are:

Always Learning – curious, open minded and committed to continuous improvement.

Championing Equity – inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed.

Taking Ownership – proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better.

Delivering Together – collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success.

Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully.

WHAT WE OFFER

We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That’s why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life.

Wellbeing Support

• 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees
• Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about
• Free, confidential support service available 24/7
• Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme

Financial Benefits

• Up to two extra days of paid leave (pro rata for part time colleagues) when travelling sustainably for holidays.
• Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
• Bike, computer and season ticket loans
• Discount benefits
• London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
• Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary

Family Friendly Policies

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)