- Advertised from 26th August 2026
- 36 hours per week Permanent (subject to funding)
- Reference EDO/26
Role
Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national charity working to support refugees to build new lives in Scotland. Our central ambition is for Scotland to be the best place for refugees to thrive, challenge injustice, achieve their ambitions and empower their communities, no matter where they have come from or how they arrived.
We are looking for a passionate and innovative Employment Development Officer to lead the development and delivery of our employability work with refugees and people seeking asylum across Scotland.
Employment is a key part of successfully rebuilding a life in a new country. In this role, you will work directly with New Scots, employers, education providers, public bodies and third-sector partners to improve access to employment, education, training and career development opportunities.
You will develop and deliver employability projects, build strong partnerships with employers and stakeholders, influence inclusive recruitment practices, and create learning resources and training that help remove barriers for refugees entering the workforce.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who combines strategic thinking with practical delivery and who is committed to promoting equality, inclusion and respect.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a difference to the lives of refugees and people seeking asylum across Scotland. You will join a dedicated organisation committed to creating lasting change, while working alongside passionate colleagues and partners who share a commitment to inclusion, respect, dignity and social justice.
By joining Scottish Refugee Council, you’ll play a key role in helping New Scots access opportunities, fulfil their potential and contribute their skills and talents to communities across Scotland.
Employee benefits package
- 39 days of leave (including public holidays)
- Progressive salary structure
- Flexible working options
- Training and development opportunities
- Union recognition
- Fresh fruit, tea & coffee in office
- Enhanced pay benefits
- Enhanced pension
- Counselling & coaching service
- Cycle to work scheme
- Eye care scheme
- Death in service & 24-hour GP service
Application notes
Visit our website to find out more and apply
Closing date: Monday, 14 September 2026 at 9 a.m.
Interviews are expected to take place on Monday, 28 September 2026
Community InfoSource are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Befriending Caseworker to join our small and supportive team.
The role combines coordination of our Befriending Programme with practical casework, advocacy and support. You will recruit, train and support volunteer befrienders, help ensure appropriate befriending matches, and provide person-centred casework to people seeking asylum and New Scots.
We are looking for someone with experience of working in cross-cultural settings and/or with refugee and asylum issues, together with experience of providing casework support or advocacy.
You should be organised, able to manage competing priorities and comfortable working both
independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Experience of befriending or volunteer coordination, maintaining casework records and working within
the voluntary sector would be welcome. The ability to speak one or more of the first languages used by
the communities we support would also be an advantage.
We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of the UK asylum and
immigration system. Community InfoSource will guarantee an interview to applicants with lived
experience of the asylum system who meet all of the essential criteria in the Person Specification.
What we offer
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Annual leave and public holiday entitlement
• Learning and development opportunities
• Length of post: Funded until 31 March 2027. We hope to secure further funding and, if
successful, the post may be extended.
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for full details
Blue Triangle is a social care organisation that empowers people to thrive, by delivering solutions in connected communities which focus on the needs of each individual. We are looking for enthusiastic people who share our values (Kind, Passionate and Creative) to join our services accommodating and supporting people experiencing homelessness and empowering them to thrive.
Blue Triangle recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
What we offer:
Aside from offering a supportive and friendly environment where our people are valued and appreciated, we’ll see that your hard work and drive to succeed is rewarded.
- Competitive Salary and Pension Options
- Long service awards
- Access to our benefits platform with high street voucher and tech discounts and cycle to work scheme to name a few!
- Inhouse training programmes
- Significant Gym discounts
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- 24/7 access to employee assistance programme, including counselling
- A wide range of family friendly policies
- Life Assurance cover of 3 times your salary
- Credit Union
- £200 refer a friend scheme
And many more!
About the Role:
We’re seeking a vibrant and compelling Trainer to drive the learning and growth of our team on a full time basis. Committed to creating a lively and inclusive learning atmosphere, the Trainer will design and conduct sector specific learning programs for our employees, stakeholders, and external experts. They will be proactive in identify training opportunities and potential partnerships and bodies to cultivate external collaborations. Working in close partnership with our Service Delivery team, they will guarantee that the Blue Triangle workforce is equipped with the essential skills and capabilities to adapt to the organisation’s changing requirements.
Interviews are expected to take place from our Central Support base in Glasgow, consisting of a Values based interview with panel which shall consist of our Training Department & Director of Operations.
In addition, candidates invited for interview will be asked to deliver a short presentation on a topic surrounding the service support needs of Blue Triangle. You will have a maximum of 15 minutes to deliver your presentation, and we would encourage you to consider the type of organisation we are, along with our values and vision, when preparing your presentation.
To find out more about being our Trainer, click the link below:
About You:
Drawing on your past experience in delivering training, you should be characterised by creativity, a flair for innovation, and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities. Your enthusiasm and determination will drive you to consistently seek opportunities for enhancing the learning programs provided to our employees. Moreover, you should possess the following qualifications and attributes:
- A qualification in a pertinent social care subject (at least SVQ Level 3).
- Possession of, or a willingness to work towards, a relevant training qualification.
- Previous experience in the care or charity sector.
- Proficiency in scoping, developing, and delivering training materials to a diverse audience.
- Familiarity with the Scottish Social Service Council (SSSC).
- Exceptional problem-solving skills with a focus on finding practical solutions.
We care about one another whilst taking pride in the service we offer. You will be working in a company with a strong identity and with the guidance and support of experienced Senior Managers you will be able to develop in your career.
Operations & Community Assistant
- Part time
- £26,000 pro-rata
- Remote: Home based with regular travel across Stirling and Clackmannanshire
- Closing 4th September 2026
About Us
Forth Valley Welcome supports New Scots to rebuild their lives, settle into their communities and feel welcomed across Stirling and Clackmannanshire. We provide practical support, social opportunities and activities that help people build confidence, develop connections and thrive.
We are looking for a friendly, organised and practical Operations & Community Assistant to join our team.
About the Role
This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of our organisation. You’ll coordinate and deliver donated household items, clothing and other essential goods to New Scots across Forth Valley, helping ensure people have what they need as they settle into their new homes.
You’ll also support the delivery of our community activities, including family outings, celebrations, social events and other programmes, helping to create welcoming and inclusive experiences for everyone involved.
No two days are the same. You’ll work closely with colleagues, volunteers and partner organisations while helping ensure the smooth day-to-day running of Forth Valley Welcome.
We operate a flexible working policy but some evening and weekend work will be required as well as some prescribed hours as per the needs of the team.
Employability Support Worker - PSP
- Part time
- £24,479 pro-rata
- On site: Based within Murray’s Initiative’s Head OƯice in North Claremont Street with travel throughout Glasgow City for service delivery
- Closing 18th September 2026
About Us:
Murray’s Initiative (formerly known as Glasgow Council on Alcohol) is an independent Scottish charity that works to reduce alcohol and drug-related harm at both individual and community levels. Established in 1965, Murray’s Initiative adopts a long-term, trauma-informed and asset-based approach to changing the culture around substance use. Its services are built on a person-centred, harm-reduction model, supporting people whether their goal is to reduce consumption or achieve abstinence.
Murray’s Initiative offers free, confidential counselling services for people concerned about their own or someone else's drinking. Murray’s Initiative delivers a range of interventions including groupwork and employability support as well as a number of holistic and inclusive services, such as a women’s service for survivors of gender-based violence, young person’s peer education service, LGBTQ+ health and wellbeing support and tailored wellbeing programmes.
Murray’s Initiative is also a recognised provider of professional development, offering a comprehensive training portfolio including education aimed at increasing awareness of alcohol use and promoting healthier lifestyles, COSCA Counselling Skills and a Diploma in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Murray’s Initiative delivers services over 6 days per week and throughout Glasgow, East Dunbartonshire and East Renfrewshire, helping people make meaningful, positive change in their lives.
The foundation of Murray’s Initiative is our supportive and inclusive culture for all who engage and work with us.
About the Role:
The role of the Employability Support worker is to support participants who are in the earlier stages of their employability journey. The Employability Support Worker will support participants with confidence building and motivation and will prepare participants to work towards training, education and volunteering.
The Employability Support Worker will make a real impact to individuals’ day to day lives as they uniquely tailor their personal development, offer emotional and practical support and set realistic goals as part of their journey to employability opportunities.
The Employability Support Worker will report to the Service Manager - Employability.
This post requires membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme for children and/or protected adults. Successful applicants will be required to join the PVG Scheme.
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