The Eric Liddell Community are looking for new Trustees to join the Board of Directors.

If you are interested in becoming a Trustee of one of Edinburgh’s most respected specialist dementia and care charities, please get in touch.

Our vision is a community where no one feels lonely or isolated. Our mission is to bring people together in their communities to enhance health and well-being and have a positive impact on their lives.

We are driving progress toward this by: providing a “sector leading” and “excellent” Dementia Day Service, alongside an open programme for community-based activities for people living with dementia, a programme of wellbeing activities, courses and opportunities for unpaid carers, a Befriending Service and running our vibrant Community Hub which welcomes over 7,000 every month, in the heart of Edinburgh.

In the last few years, The Eric Liddell Community has undergone a period of growth and expansion financially and also in how we deliver our caring services.

The Board are looking to expand the diversity of our Trustees and are interested in applicants from the following areas:

• Social Care
• Charity Fundraising

Join Our Board of Trustees

Thank you for your interest in joining our board, we really appreciate it! Our trustees play a vital role in the success of our charity, and you’ll be joining a fantastic team, making a meaningful difference in the lives of the people we support.

At Capella, we believe in lasting change through learning, because everyone deserves to thrive. As a charitable company limited by guarantee, we’ve been proudly supporting people for 26 years. We deliver two key services—Sleep Action and Teens+—providing tailored support and education that create lasting positive change and improve lives.

With an ambitious strategy, this is a particularly exciting time to join our board. We’re growing our existing services and developing new ones that further our purpose. Do you have the passion and expertise to help us achieve our goals?

We’re looking for up to one new trustee to join our established and committed board. In this role, you’ll play an integral part in guiding the charity’s strategic direction, offering support, challenge, and insight as we continue to grow. Not only will you help create lasting impact for the people we support, but you’ll also benefit personally and professionally through this rewarding experience.

While we welcome applications from anyone passionate about our mission, we are particularly keen to hear from people with expertise in HR or senior-level experience in leading people and culture.

About Edinburgh Cat Protection League (ECPL)

The ECPL is a small independent registered Scottish charity established nearly 80 years ago. Our cat shelter premises and office are based in the Leith area of Edinburgh. The sole purpose of the charity is to provide care, comfort, shelter and veterinary attention to stray and unwanted cats and kittens and we undertake to re-home these cats to the most suitable owners. In providing a re-homing service, the charity undertakes, through its staff, to educate intended pet owners on the care and maintenance of cats. The ECPL is currently engaged in a comprehensive constitutional and governance review and is in the process of restructuring as a CLG (Company Limited by Guarantee) with charitable status.

Recruitment of new Trustees

Role

We are currently seeking to recruit at least 3 new trustees to help strengthen and inspire the existing board with new ideas and goals at this exciting time of change and restructuring for the ECPL. The new trustees will bring their individual expertise to help shape the charity going forward, setting overall policy, providing strategic guidance and financial oversight and ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.

Who are we looking for?

First and foremost we are looking for applicants with a love of cats, a genuine interest in their welfare and a commitment and enthusiasm to be part of the charity going forward.

In addition we would particularly value individuals with skills and experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Veterinary medicine
• Financial/accounting/budgeting
• HR
• Investment management
• Property management

Commitment

You will be asked to commit to attending a minimum of 4 board meetings each year with at least 2 in person meetings in addition to the AGM. Initially it is intended the meetings will be in person with the option to join some meetings virtually once the new board is established and the new structure of the charity is complete. Meetings are arranged in advance to suit diaries. The roles are voluntary although reasonable public transport travel expenses will be reimbursed as necessary.

Join Reachout with Arts in Mind and strengthen a creative, values-led charity supporting mental health and wellbeing through the arts.

Reachout with Arts in Mind is seeking a detail-focused and mission-driven professional with strengths in finance, operations, and organisational management — someone eager to apply their skills in a role that makes a meaningful difference. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the charity continues to thrive sustainably, strategically, and in alignment with its strong community values.

About Reachout with Arts in Mind

Based in Alloa and serving Clackmannanshire and surrounding areas, Reachout is a community arts and mental health charity committed to compassion, creativity, and inclusion. For over 30 years, they have used the power of the arts to support those in the local community experiencing mental ill health, reduce social isolation, and build a sense of belonging. Their welcoming studio space offers a diverse programme of facilitated arts activities designed to help people express themselves, build confidence, and maintain their wellbeing.

The organisation is proud to be a small but committed team, working collaboratively with partners and rooted in their members’ voices. They are now looking for a new colleague to join their senior team and lead on the day-to-day running of the operations and finances.

Responsibilities of the Operations and Finance Manager

This is a key leadership role, responsible for maintaining and developing the operational backbone of the organisation. Reporting to the Executive Artistic Director and Board, this role will lead on finance management, HR administration, compliance, governance, and strategic support. The post holder will ensure everything behind the scenes runs smoothly.