Every week, in Scotland, three children die from an incurable condition, and CHAS provides unwavering care at every step on this hardest of journeys for families facing this devastating reality, in our two hospices, in hospitals and at home.

CHAS retail aspires to change people’s perception of charity retail in creating contemporary shops with exclusive, quality products. We’re aiming to create an exceptional shopping experience, expand our customer reach and develop our digital offering.

Do you thrive on innovation and creativity? Are you looking for a purpose-driven career in charity that blends fashion, retail and sustainability?

We are looking for an Assistant Shop Manager to join our team in Dalgety Bay, to elevate shop visual and product standards, to maximise income through commercial awareness and to raise awareness of CHAS.

CHAS shops are a fast-paced, busy retail environment, you’ll lead and support a strong team of diverse volunteers and manage a large volume of donations to help keep our shops beautifully stocked.

Benefits of working with CHAS

• Competitive salary with incremental progression
• Local government pension scheme
• 35 days annual leave inclusive of public holidays, rising to 40 days after 5yrs service (pro rata)
• HSF Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to Blue Light discounts

Key responsibilities, reporting to the Shop Manager you will

• Manage stock processes to ensure correct density levels, processing to agreed quality and rotation so that stock moves quickly
• Ensure the smooth operational running of the shop
• Help to maintain a high standard of visual merchandising, display and housekeeping standards throughout the shop
• Be a brand ambassador for CHAS promoting and bringing to life the communication of key activities and messages to the customer
• Provide CHAS customers with excellent service and the best in-store experience to help maximise sales, donations and the profitability of the shop

Ideal candidate

• Friendly, enthusiastic, and passionate about supporting the mission and values of CHAS
• Enjoys engaging with people and creating a welcoming, positive experience for customers and supporters
• Happy working independently but also enjoys being part of a supportive team of staff and volunteers
• Proactive and creative, with a willingness to take initiative and lead wherever needed in the shop
• Bring new skills and confidence in areas such as customer service, merchandising, and teamwork

Help older people eat well, age well and live well

Food Train is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Regional Manager to lead our work across Forth Valley and West Lothian.

This is a key leadership role, responsible for supporting our staff and volunteers, ensuring our services are high quality and sustainable, and developing the partnerships that will help us reach and support more older people.

You will bring strong people leadership and operational management skills, alongside the confidence to build relationships with partners and represent Food Train across the region.

We are looking for someone who can see the bigger picture while making sure things work well day to day. You will be comfortable leading people, managing competing priorities, improving services and turning opportunities into action.

Most importantly, you will share our commitment to ensuring older people have access to nutritious food, compassionate support and the connections they need to live independently and with dignity.

If you are looking for a leadership role where you can make a real difference in communities across Forth Valley and West Lothian, we would love to hear from you.

Are you looking for a role in which you will improve the lives of families in your community? A role that enables you to work differently, build your knowledge and skills and feel valued by clients, colleagues and the organisation you work for?

It’s an exciting time to be part of Scottish Huntington’s Association with the implementation of Standing Tall: A Strategy For Growth 2023 – 28 to transform the care and support of Huntington’s families, expand services, raise awareness and deepen our involvement and support for world-leading research and clinical trials.

We are looking for a Health and Social Care professional to join our nationwide network of Huntington’s Disease Specialists to provide care management, specialist assessment and emotional support to individuals and families across Scotland.

Working in partnership with local Health and Social Care teams, you will also provide advice, training and education to professionals and voluntary agencies involved in all aspects of Huntington’s disease care.

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and motivated to have a positive influence on the quality of life of the individuals and families they support. This role is open to medical and health and social care staff from backgrounds such as nursing, allied health, social work and medicine. Professional body membership is essential. Previous experience of Huntington’s disease is advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided.

You should be able to work autonomously in this challenging and rewarding position. Good listening, communication and interpersonal skills are vital, as are excellent time keeping and caseload management abilities. Community-based practice knowledge, a driving licence and use of a car complete our list of essential criteria. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced disclosure check.

Scottish Huntington’s Association is the only charity in Scotland dedicated exclusively to the care and support of individuals and families whose lives are impacted by Huntington’s disease, an incurable neurological condition with severe and complex physical, mental health and cognitive symptoms.

You will find a values-driven organisation, founded by families for families and recognised at national and international levels for expertise in supporting the Huntington’s disease community.

General

All applicants must be able to demonstrate the right to work in the UK.

The post will be subject to a four-month probationary period.

Out-of-pocket expenses including travel and mileage allowances will be paid on receipt of appropriate claim forms and invoices/receipts.

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Are you ready to support the everyday delivery of our SafeMates Scotland: Peer Support through Cashback programme?

Through this programme we’ll be training over 1,000 young people over 3 years to become skilled volunteer peer supporters. We’ll give them the practical and emotional skills to help their peers at local events, freshers’ fayres, music festivals and in their own communities. Can you help lead the delivery and ongoing development of youth peer support activities across Scotland?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and well-organised individual to support the programme (that’s directly supported by CashBack for Communities funding). Could this be you?

A day in the life of our Senior Youth Worker – SafeMates Scotland

Everyday you’ll be central to the smooth running of our SafeMates Scotland (Cashback for Communities) programme.

Your day could include:

• Programme Delivery: You’ll be responsible for managing high-quality, trauma-informed SafeMates training, volunteer initiatives, community hub activities, and major events. You’ll collaborate with communities to design and expand local, responsive strategies that support the evolving needs of young people. You’ll provide inclusive leadership, coaching, and development to youth workers and volunteers to foster a high-performing team. You’ll oversee volunteer wellbeing and equip them to manage complex situations through structured guidance and reflective practice.
• Risk Management, Safeguarding & Wellbeing Support: You’ll lead safe working practices by developing and reviewing robust risk assessments for all events. You’ll be the safeguarding point of contact, managing concerns and escalating them according to policy. You’ll champion trauma-informed practice and provide compassionate leadership during complex crisis situations.
• Volunteer & Participant Support: You will provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and wellbeing support to Red Cross Youth volunteers to help them manage complex situations. You will also build trusting relationships with young people while ensuring everyone complies with organisational policies and standards.
• Stakeholder & Community Engagement: You’ll build and manage strategic local partnerships while driving communications and social media to boost programme awareness and community participation. You’ll gather grassroots insights and youth perspectives to directly inform and develop the broader SafeMates Scotland initiative. You’ll work collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders to identify, shape and facilitate opportunities.

To be a successful Senior Youth Worker – SafeMates Scotland you’ll need:

• Experience of managing programmes (both remotely and in person). This includes delivery of events, monitoring & evaluation and report writing.
• Up to date knowledge of volunteering policy and practice. Experience of working with volunteers and young people in community, education, youth work or outreach settings. This should include planning and leading the delivery of activities and events.
• Highly organised and able to work independently (as well as part of a team) while managing multiple priorities and workstreams effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working collaboratively with partners and different stakeholders, including on the coordination of events and activities.
• Proactive, solution-focused and able to respond appropriately and sensitively in crisis situations.
• Proficiency and confidence in using multiple IT systems. Ability to work dynamically with technology across a range of platforms.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:

• Flexible working: Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
• Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days (per annum).
• Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Learning & Development: A range of career & learning opportunities.
• Discounts: Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform.
• Wellbeing: Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
• Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident and Carers Confident employer.

We are dedicated to building an inclusive, equitable and wellbeing‑focused culture where everyone feels safe, valued and can thrive. Guided by our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing Strategy, we foster belonging, psychological and physical wellbeing, and work to remove barriers to fair opportunities. Grounded in compassion and anti‑racist practice, we listen to diverse voices, value lived experience and create environments where staff and volunteers can succeed. Join us and be part of an organisation that leads with care, celebrates difference and helps everyone succeed.

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