Finance Officer
- Part time
- £34,155 pro-rata
- Hybrid: Inverness
- Closing 3rd May 2026
- Advertised from 8th April 2026
- £13,662 for 14 hours per week
Role
This is a rare opportunity to work in a small organisation where you can have real impact and real job satisfaction in our friendly small charity. You will see your financial data translating directly into high quality decision making. You'll provide financial advice to the Chief Officer and work closely with our Board of Trustees. We have a very supportive Finance Subcommittee, which currently includes two highly experienced Chartered Accountants.
Primary Purpose of the Role:
The overall purpose of the role is to maintain financial transparency and strong financial controls across the organisation. There will be a focus on managing grants and donations, supplier payments, and internal financial processes. We have a mixed income model with grants, donations and earned income. In 2023 we won ‘One to Watch’ at the Social Enterprise Scotland Awards. As we approach our 5th birthday, your role will be to help us achieve even greater sustainability and impact.
Key Attributes:
If you feel like you might not quite fulfil these criteria, that could just be a sign of healthy professional self-awareness! At heart we are a learning & development organisation, so we would encourage you to apply or get in touch with us for a friendly conversation to learn more.
- Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
- Experience in a finance, accounting, or bookkeeping role.
- Proactive and self-motivated with strong organizational skills.
- Proficiency with systems such as QuickBooks or Xero, and with MS Excel.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a proactive approach.
- Exceptional organisational skills, ability to prioritise, and work independently
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Preferred:
- Experience either in charity accounting and/or a dynamic commercial environment
- Professional qualification or working toward accreditation (e.g. AAT, ACCA, CIMA)
Key responsibilities:
- Manage all restricted funds paid to our charity, ensuring the grant process runs smoothly from application and receipt all the way through to end of grant reporting.
- Use accounting platform to maintain organised and auditable financial records (we’re currently on Quickbooks but open to your suggestions to move to other systems)
- For our charitable trading income, help us to analyse how our business is performing.
- Work with the Chief Officer to prepare and continuously update 1-year up to 3-year forecasts and budgets (currently on MS Excel but open to your suggestions to move to other systems)
- Preparation and submission of Gift Aid claims / reports
- Prepare quarterly management accounts to our Board of Trustees. NB assistance will be given by the Finance Subcommittee.
- Provide accurate data for our annual Independent Examination and published Annual Accounts, including reporting to OSCR and Companies House. NB again, assistance will be given by the Finance Subcommittee and you will be working with our Independent Examiners who are a well-established firm of charity specialists.
Special features of the role:
Although this role does not involve routine contact with children, working for our youth charity is classed as protected work under the terms of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. This position is therefore subject to our rigorous safer recruitment policy. This will include PVG checks, detailed background checks and follow-ups on all references.
Application notes
In the first instance, we are very open to an informal meeting or phone call if you want to discuss the role. Please email our Chief Officer on johannes@aban.scot or call 01463 718989. If you’d like to come and look round our offices you would be very welcome.
To apply, please complete our standardised online application form. Please do not send covering letters or CVs. The deadline for applications is 23:59 on Sunday 3rd May.
Our interview process is designed to work around you, the candidate. We aim to be as efficient and flexible as possible.
Stage 1 Interviews: longlisted applicants will be invited to a short 30-minute online interview. A choice of time slots for this will be offered within the following windows: Thursday 14th May 0900 – 1500 or Monday 18th May 1200 – 1900.
Stage 2 Interviews: shortlisted applicants will be invited to a longer in-person interview in Inverness on a choice of time slots on either Thursday 28th May or Friday 29th May.
Start date: flexible, June – July 2026.
Operations Manager -East/Central Scotland
- Full time
- £39,034 – £45,928
- Remote: Scotland
- Closing 9th April 2026
We help young people to build life-long belief in themselves, supporting them to take on their own challenges, follow their own passions and discover talents they never knew they had. Because when you prove yourself that you’re ready for anything nothing can hold you back.
Do you want to be part of that?
The Operations Manager is responsible for managing a team of geographically dispersed Operations Officers to support the operational delivery and development of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) across Scotland.
Operations Officers directly support a variety of Licensed Organisations (LOs) comprising mainly of schools, but they also work with other organisations including colleges, local authorities, charities, pupil referral units, youth groups and young offender institutions. The Operations Manager role involves managing, coaching, and supporting Operations Officers to undertake their role and building strong partnerships to increase DofE’s engagement across communities in Scotland.
As a DofE country team, our focus is on building capacity within our licensed organisations to support more young people to engage with DofE and on identifying and stewarding strong partnerships within local communities to increase engagement with DofE, particularly within those communities who face barriers to participation. Line managed by the Senior Operations Manager, the Operations Manager is an active and engaged member of the Scotland Team, which is chaired by the Scotland Director. The Operations Management team is responsible for delivering on the Scotland business plan and strategic goals in line with UK wide national strategy.
The role will be field-based and when not attending meetings, employees will work from home. You will need to have an appropriate home office set up and live within or near the portfolio area.
What we are looking for:
We are looking to recruit a dynamic, proactive, and effective team player with extensive people management experience to join the Scotland team. You will report to the Senior Operations Manager and will be responsible for the day-to-day management of your Operations team and delivery of the DofE Scotland business plan. The role will also involve contributing to national working groups to support our charity wide strategic goals.
You will be a passionate advocate for the work of the DofE and be driven to realise the charity’s strategic ambition.
Benefits
We offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, an employee assistance programme, healthcare cash plan and volunteer leave. Also, 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays and an additional 3 days paid leave between Christmas and the New Year. Buy additional annual leave, benefits discount website, death in service benefit 4 x salary, incapacity benefit, generous family leave and sick leave.
The DofE are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. (e.g. DBS/PVG or similar), including references covering any gaps of employment/education, confirm eligibility to work in the UK and complete a health check.
**The geographical allowance is based on a member of staff having a home or office-based postcode within 30 miles (as the crow flies) from Charing Cross, WC2N 5HS. The allowance is 7% capped at £4,000 per annum.
About The Duke of Edinburgh's Award
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is a renowned charity that empowers young people by offering life-changing programs. With a vision of Youth Without Limits, their aim is to provide over a million young individuals, particularly those facing marginalisation, the opportunity to participate in their transformative initiatives within the next five years. By supporting young people in acquiring new skills, overcoming obstacles, and building confidence and resilience, they promote personal growth and development.
The organisation operates by licensing and supporting various institutions like schools, colleges, youth groups, and hospitals to run their programs. They prioritise the safety of participants and have taken necessary measures to ensure it. Additionally, The Duke of Edinburgh's Award has an Executive Leadership Team that works together to expand their provision and a team of Trustees who set the strategic direction for the charity.
With an international reach in over 130 countries and territories, the DofE is part of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Foundation, which aims to provide opportunities to young people globally. The history of the DofE traces back to 1956 when it was initially launched for boys. Over the years, it has evolved and now offers programs for young people aged 14 to 24, focusing on four key sections: Volunteering, Physical, Skills, and Expedition. The impact of the DofE has been astounding, with millions of young people benefiting from the program. Even during challenging times like the coronavirus pandemic, the dedication and contributions of DofE participants have been remarkable.
As the UK recovers, the DofE continues to support and empower young people, playing a vital role in the national effort. With a rich history and a commitment to youth development, The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award remains a beacon of opportunity and growth for young individuals across the globe.
To work as part of the school team to provide an inclusive curriculum for pupils within Rossie. In adherence with Rossie’s policies and those of the education department, the duties of teachers are to perform such tasks as the Head of Education, Skills and Life Long learning will direct having reasonable regard to overall teacher workload related to the main accountabilities listed below. As required, contribute to the continuous improvement development and delivery of all services provided by the school. Contribute to the development and delivery of new cross service initiatives.
Futures Lead Development Worker
- Part time
- £34,370 pro-rata
- On site: Edinburgh
- Closing 20th April 2026
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and skilled worker to lead the delivery of our North Edinburgh Futures programme — a new early intervention project offering safe, engaging, co designed youth work for 10–15 year olds during evenings and weekends.
You will:
- Plan & deliver high quality youth work sessions, workshops & trips
- Lead & support a team of sessional youth workers
- Build positive relationships with young people & families
- Reduce barriers to participation and promote inclusion
- Strengthen partnerships with schools, organisations & specialist providers
- Maintain accurate monitoring records & support reporting to funders
- Promote safeguarding, trauma informed practice & reflective learning
- Work flexibly, including evenings & weekends
You need:
- Minimum 4 years’ experience working with young people in a youth work or related setting
- Experience planning, delivering and evaluating group activities
- Strong safeguarding knowledge and confidence supporting staff
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team
- Understanding of trauma informed, inclusive practice
- Social media confidence
- Experience supporting staff/volunteers (desirable)
- Driving licence or willingness to gain minibus training (desirable)
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and committed worker to support the delivery of our North Edinburgh Futures programme — a new early-intervention project offering safe, engaging, co-designed youth work for 10–15 year olds during evenings and weekends.
You will:
- Support the planning & delivery of high-quality youth work sessions, workshops & trips
- Embed leadership & skills-building opportunities throughout activities
- Provide additional support for young people facing additional barriers to engagement
- Build positive, trusting relationships with young people
- Support young people to work towards accredited awards (e.g. Saltire, Dynamic Youth, Youth Achievement)
- Reduce barriers to participation and promote inclusion
- Work closely with the Futures Development Worker and sessional youth work staff
- Maintain accurate participation, wellbeing & achievement records
- Work flexibly, including Thursday evenings, Saturday evenings, and one Sunday per month. You will work Wednesday day-time hours if not working a Sunday.
You need:
- At least 3 years’ experience working with young people in youth work or related setting
- Experience supporting young people who face challenges or reduced engagement
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team
- Commitment to trauma-informed and inclusive practice
- Motivation to support young people into leadership, volunteering & awards
- Desirable: experience with accredited awards, supporting volunteers/peer leaders
- Desirable: relevant qualification in Youth Work, Community Education or Social Care
- Desirable: driving licence or willingness to undertake minibus training
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