Director
- Management Board
- Unpaid
- We operate a hybrid way of working and are interested in attracted directors from across Scotland. However, there will be some meetings in Edinburgh which is the office base of Children in Scotland.
- Closing 4th March 2024
- Advertised from 31st January 2024
- Reasonable expenses will be covered
Role
It is an exciting time to lead a children’s charity, not least because of the recent incorporation of UNCRC into Scots law. Children in Scotland is Scotland’s largest national membership body for individuals and organisations who are united in the aim of trying to improve the lives of all children and young people across Scotland. As such, the organisation has important role to play in building on this foundation and helping Scotland deliver the changes that are required to ensure that all children can enjoy their rights.
We are currently looking to appoint new members to our board. We have created a supportive, dynamic and welcoming board, and would give you the support you need to be able to get the best out of this experience. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in all our work, and through this recruitment, we will be seeking to bring in people with diverse skills and backgrounds.
In this recruitment round we are particularly looking for people who have a background and skills in children’s rights; in leadership roles (particularly in a third sector or public sector organisation); and/or in income generation. We are also always interested in hearing from younger trustees. However, if you don’t have these specific skills and experience but are still interested, please look at the recruitment pack and find out how to apply. If you are enthusiastic, committed and have an interesting set of skills to bring to the board, you might be exactly the person we need.
Hours: Four board meetings a year including preparation time. In addition, you may be invited to be involved in other discrete areas of work, depending on your skills and interests.
About Children in Scotland
Giving all children in Scotland an equal chance to flourish is at the heart of everything we do.
By bringing together our members, a wider network of people working with and for children, alongside children and young people themselves, we offer a broad, balanced and independent voice. We create solutions, provide support and develop positive change across all areas affecting children in Scotland. We do this by listening, gathering evidence, and applying and sharing our learning, while always working to uphold children’s rights.
Our range of knowledge and expertise means we can provide trusted support on issues as diverse as the people we work with and the varied lives of children and families in Scotland.
Diversity
Children in Scotland values the contribution of all our directors, whatever their background. Our recruitment decisions are based on fair, open processes, with appointment on merit. We welcome applications from everyone.
Application notes
For an informal chat about the job, please contact Judith Turbyne (CEO – jturbyne@childreninscotland.org.uk or Steven Sweeney (Convener – sweeney@childreninscotland.org.uk)
To find out more and to apply, please visit our website
Closing date: 9am on 4 March 2024
Interview date: 18 March 2024
Treasurer
- Management Board
- Unpaid
- Hybrid: Edinburgh - Zoom meetings plus 2 annual in person meetings
- Closing 17th January 2025
Join our Board as Treasurer and contribute your expertise
Are you a finance professional looking to promote children’s right to play and contribute to their wellbeing? We are currently seeking a skilled individual to act as the Treasurer on our Board of Trustees. If you possess financial expertise and our organisation’s mission resonates with you, we invite you to apply for this important role.
About Play Scotland
Play Scotland is the lead organisation for the development and promotion of children and young people’s play in Scotland. We work strategically to implement the child’s right to play so that all children can reach their full potential and be able to confidently inhabit an inclusive public realm, as well as help shape child friendly communities.
The work of Play Scotland is underpinned by the UN convention on the Rights of the Child, Article 31, which states: “State parties recognise the right of every child to rest and leisure, to engage in play and recreational activities appropriate to the age of the child and to participate freely in cultural life and the arts.”
For more about Play Scotland see playscotland.org
Why Become Our Treasurer?
As Treasurer, you will play a crucial role in overseeing our finances, ensuring financial health, and supporting our mission to be the national:
- expert in play for parents, providers, the play workforce and policy makers
- custodian and voice for children and the play sector
- leader and campaigner for the importance of quality, accessible free play
- expert in developing and delivering strategic planning for play and play sufficiency assessments
This voluntary role offers the chance to use your expertise without requiring a significant time commitment.
Key Responsibilities:
- High-level Financial Oversight: Review financial reports and ensure the organisation’s financial stability.
- Board Communication: Keep the board informed about financial matters and reassure them of the organisation’s financial health.
- Budget Oversight: Provide occasional oversight and adjustments to budget models as needed.
- Being an approved person for the checking of expenses and invoices by email (one Board member needs to approve expenses and payments per month)
What We’re Looking For:
- Experienced Professional: Ideally with a career background as a Financial Director or Financial Controller.
- Qualified Accountant or working towards a relevant qualification.
- Confident Communicator: Able to inspire confidence, provide reassurance and communicate financial matters clearly.
- Familiarity with Charity Finance: Understanding of charity finance issues and governance, software experience (eg Xero) would be helpful.
What’s in It for You?
- Make an Impact: Your financial expertise will contribute to our success, allowing us to continue to improve the play opportunities for children and young people.
- Gain Valuable Experience: Further your skills in financial management, budgeting, and presenting finances to both informed and uninformed audiences.
Commitment
- 6 weekly meetings (approx.), usually taking place on zoom, 2 annual in person meetings, including the AGM. All meetings are arranged in advance to suit diaries.
- Email approval of expenditure monthly (one Board member needs to approve expenses and payments per month)
We are seeking committed individuals interested in taking on the exciting role and opportunity as Chairperson of Play Midlothian.
Play Midlothian is a leading charity dedicated to improving and enriching the lives of children and young people through the power of play. We believe that play is a fundamental right and an essential part of a child’s development. Our services are designed to offer inclusive, safe, and stimulating environments where children can grow, learn, and have fun.
We work to support children to thrive through play. It is important for their lives in the here and now as well as for their future life chances.
We:
- Provide enriching opportunities for children to play in support of their health, wellbeing and development
- Build family, community and professional capacity to support play
- Advocate for play and inform and influence decision-making
Time commitment
As a minimum, you need to be able to commit to:
- Frequently attend and Chair (on Teams) board meetings, of which there are approximately six per year on a weekday evening, for two hours;
- Attending infrequent development or strategic planning sessions (usually no more than once per year);
- Steer short-life working groups ;
- Occasionally work closely with member(s) of the staff team on a specific issue.
Top job! Assistant Director – Moray & Highlands
- Full time
- £61,342 – £64,961
- On site: Moray & Highlands
- Closing 15th January 2025
About Aberlour …
Aberlour is Scotland’s leading children’s charity and has been recognised as a Top 100 best places to work winner by the Sunday Times for 2024.
Our strategy is to be bold and brave, to ensure that every child in Scotland has an equal chance. As an organisation we are ambitious to deliver real and lasting change for children, young people and families.
We are committed to doing all we can to deliver on Scotland’s Policy aspirations (The Promise, UNCRC) to be the best place to grow up for all children, young people and families.
What we are looking for...
Due to the postholder’s retirement this is an exciting opportunity to join our team.
You will play a key role in leading and delivering the best care and support for children. As an experienced leader you will work with key strategic partners in Moray and Highlands to design and deliver services and models of care that offer the required support for children, young people and families.
You will oversee the leadership and management of our established services including our registered disability residential and respite service, our community youth support service both located in Elgin and our service for unaccompanied asylum-seeking children based in Inverness. You will also work with commissioners to identify future needs and growth opportunities.
You will have demonstrable management level experience in social care within the public, private or voluntary sector. You will thrive on building positive relationships with commissioners, local government, NHS, other third sector partners and trusts to identify opportunities for growth and additional funding. You will also be driven to influence local and national strategy, policy and practice to the benefit of vulnerable people.
You will hold a relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 9 or above plus a management qualification at SCQF level 8 or above.
To find out more about the requirements of the role check out our jobs page on our website.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead lasting and meaningful change for children, young people and families.
What we offer...
As well as a supportive team, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme, life assurance worth 3x salary and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers.
Participation & Communications Officer - My Rights, My Say
- Part time
- £30,381 pro-rata
- Hybrid: Edinburgh
- Closing 13th January 2025
Children in Scotland is excited to be recruiting for the role of Participation & Communications Officer as part of the My Rights, My Say partnership. The successful candidate will be coordinating engagement opportunities for our group of Young Advisors and lead on efforts to expand the group’s reach. The successful candidate will also lead the coordination of our quality communications activities for the My Rights, My Say service.
You will become an important part of the My Rights My Say network and will liaise with internal and external partners to create opportunities for children and young people, aged 12-15, with additional support needs to share their views and experiences.
About Children in Scotland
Giving all children in Scotland an equal chance to flourish is at the heart of everything we do.
By bringing together a network of people working with and for children, alongside children and young people themselves, we offer a broad, balanced and independent voice. We create solutions, provide support and develop positive change across all areas affecting children in Scotland. We do this by listening, gathering evidence, and applying and sharing our learning, while always working to uphold children’s rights.
Our range of knowledge and expertise means we can provide trusted support on issues as diverse as the people we work with and the varied lives of children and families in Scotland.
Diversity
Children in Scotland values the contribution of all our staff, whatever their background. Our recruitment decisions are based on fair, open processes, with appointment on merit. We welcome applications from everyone.
Further information
For an informal chat about the job, please contact Marie Harrison, Service Manager, by email on mharrison@childreninscotland.org.uk
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