Be part of something bigger than housing. Use your skills, experience, and ideas to influence decisions, strengthen communities, and make a real difference to people’s lives at Paisley.

Bring Your Experience - Help Shape Our Future.

An opportunity to make a difference

At Paisley Housing Association, we believe homes are more than bricks and mortar. We provide safe, affordable homes while investing in communities, supporting tenants and helping people thrive. As we continue to deliver our vision for the future, we are looking for enthusiastic and committed people to join our voluntary Board of Management. You do not need previous Board experience. What matters most is that you share our values, bring an open mind and want to create positive change.

What you will gain

• Board-level governance and leadership experience
• Professional development, induction and training
• The chance to learn from experienced colleagues
• New connections and wider perspectives
• The satisfaction of giving something back

What you will help us do

• Shape our strategic direction and future priorities
• Keep tenants and communities at the heart of decisions
• Provide constructive challenge and sound judgement
• Support good governance and accountability
• Help create stronger homes, places and futures

Could this be you?

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are particularly keen to hear from people who can contribute knowledge or insight in areas such as:

• Finance
• Property & Development
• Risk & Governance
• People & Culture
• Digital & ICT
• Community Development
• Customer Experience
• Sustainability

What is involved?

The position is voluntary. Board Members take part in regular meetings, training and strategic planning sessions. You can join us in person or digitally and full induction and ongoing support will be provided.

About Us

Cernach Housing Association is a successful and well performing community-based registered social landlord (RSL) operating in Drumchapel, North west Glasgow since 1991. We own 877 homes, and we provide a management service to 16 sharing owners and 141 homeowners. We act as community anchor organisation for Drumchapel. Our turnover is £4.8 million, a major part of which comes from rental income.

At Cernach, our people are at the forefront of what we do. We encourage a positive working culture where our employees feel a sense of belonging. Our people are passionate about what we do and so it is important to us that we continue building that culture as we recruit. Benefits of working with us at Cernach:

· 25 days’ annual leave and 15 days’ public holiday per annum, as well as additional days leave awarded on long service (pro-rata for part-time roles)

· SHAPS Defined Contribution Pension Scheme

· Salary sacrifice scheme

· EVH salary, (Grade 7 – PA22 to PA25), pro-rata for part-time roles

Flexible working practices including flexi time system and hybrid working model

· Continuous personal development and training

· Community based Housing Association

· A well-being-focused office featuring free fruit for all staff, flu vaccination programme, a comfortable lunch lounge, and a small fitness room with gym equipment.

About the Role

We are looking a new post of ICT Officer to join our Finance and Corporate Services Team. Reporting to the Head of Corporate Services, you will lead and support key areas of our digital transformation programme, including the migration to SharePoint and a cloud-based server environment. You will work closely with our external ICT managed service provider to plan and deliver improvements while minimising disruption to staff and services.

This is an opportunity to play a leading role in the next stage of Cernach Housing Association’s digital development. We have a range of software currently in place, and have continuously held Cyber Essentials Plus certification for the past three years. You will combine hands-on technical support with project delivery, cyber-security awareness, staff training and effective management of external ICT suppliers.

This is a part-time post of 14 hours per week, normally worked across two days between Monday and Friday. Working pattern will be agreed with the successful applicant when the post is offered. At least 50% of the postholder’s weekly hours must be worked in our Drumchapel office, with regular travel to and from the office required. Occasional work outside normal working hours may also be necessary.

Fixed-term status

This post is offered on a fixed-term basis until 30 November 2028. It has been established for a defined period to support the Association’s ICT requirements and digital transformation programme and to gauge the ongoing ICT requirements of the business.

The successful applicant’s employment under this contract will end on the stated date. Applicants should therefore apply on the understanding that there is no guarantee or expectation that the post will be extended or made permanent. Any extension would depend on the Association’s requirements at that time and would be confirmed separately in writing.

The successful applicant will have the statutory employment rights and contractual benefits applicable to fixed-term employees throughout their employment. The ending of the fixed-term contract will be managed in accordance with applicable employment law and a fair process.

About you

You will be an experienced ICT professional who enjoys solving problems, improving systems and helping colleagues get the best from technology. You will be confident providing day-to-day ICT support while also taking responsibility for projects and system improvements.

You will have experience of Microsoft 365 and working with external ICT providers and suppliers, together with a good understanding of cyber security and information security. You will also be comfortable explaining technical matters in plain language, providing staff training and producing straightforward user guidance.

Experience of SharePoint, cloud-based systems, Cyber Essentials Plus or working within housing, the public sector or another regulated environment would be welcome, although these are desirable rather than essential requirements.

Above all, you will be organised, approachable and customer-focused, able to work collaboratively within a small team and keen to contribute to change, innovation and continuous improvement.

Inclusive Employer

Cernach Housing Association is an equal opportunities and Disability Confident Employer. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential requirements and choose to participate in the Disability Confident interview scheme will be offered an interview. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. Application information can be provided in alternative formats on request.

We are seeking a motivated and people-focused People and Culture Advisor to contribute to the development of our People and Culture service, supporting our commitment to creating a positive, inclusive and engaging workplace where our people can thrive. Working closely with the People and Culture Manager and colleagues across the organisation, you will play an important role in supporting our people, strengthening our HR practices and helping to deliver our wider organisational people priorities.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Beatson Cancer Charity as a People and Culture Advisor. Key responsibilities include:

• Manage employee relations cases and provide practical advice and coaching to managers, escalating complex or high-risk matters appropriately.
• Develop and review People and Culture policies, supporting fair, consistent practice and compliance with employment legislation.
• Analyse workforce data and employee feedback to inform recommendations, monitor people KPIs and improve the employee experience.
• Advise managers on recruitment and selection, support effective onboarding and contribute to workforce planning, retention and succession initiatives.
• Support employee engagement, wellbeing, recognition and inclusion initiatives, and help managers act on employee feedback.
• Lead or support People and Culture projects, organisational change and service improvements, including manager training and resources.
• Work closely with the People and Culture team and colleagues across the charity to deliver a coordinated service, maintain accurate records and handle sensitive information confidentially.

Benefits

• 40 days annual leave pro rata, inclusive of public holidays.
• Generous pension scheme with 7% employer and 3% employee contributions.
• Supportive and collaborative working culture.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 confidential wellbeing, financial and legal support.

About You

As a people-focused People and Culture Advisor you will meet the following criteria:

Essential

• CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards the qualification.
• Have at least 2–3 years' experience in an HR advisory role or equivalent generalist HR position, including responsibility for employee relations matters.
• Practical experience supporting disciplinary, grievance, sickness absence, performance or capability processes.
• Sound working knowledge of employment legislation, HR policies and best practice, with the ability to apply these appropriately in practice.
• Experience advising and supporting line managers on people management matters and procedural requirements.
• Strong analytical skills, including experience interpreting workforce information and producing accurate management reports.
• Experience using HR systems and maintaining appropriate employee relations records and documentation.
• Strong organisational, planning and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage a varied workload independently.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to explain HR matters clearly and provide practical advice.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to exercise professional judgement, recognise risk and escalate matters appropriately.

Desirable

• Experience contributing to policy development, organisational change or HR service improvement initiatives.
• Experience supporting employee engagement, wellbeing, retention or organisational development projects.
• Experience developing or delivering line manager training, guidance or resources.
• Experience working within the charity or wider third-sector environment.

About the Organisation

Beatson Cancer Charity supports and enhances the treatment, care and wellbeing of current, former and future cancer patients and their families. Working in partnership with the NHS, The Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre and all related facilities. We also offer the wider community a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of cancer care.