About Us

Independent Advocacy Perth & Kinross is a values-driven, rights-based organisation providing independent advocacy to individuals across Perth and Kinross. IAPK supports Children and Young People in having their voices heard, their rights upheld, and being fully involved in decisions affecting their lives. IAPK is the primary provider of Children’s Hearing Advocacy in Perth and Kinross in the Children’s Hearing Service.

The Role

We are seeking someone with motivation and commitment to improve the experience of children and young people affected by the Children's Hearing System. The role is on a permanent basis, and you will join a friendly team committed to upholding the rights of people in many settings. Being an independent advocacy worker is rewarding and requires working directly with individuals who may be experiencing mental health issues, learning disabilities, or other vulnerabilities, ensuring they are supported to express their views and make informed choices.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one independent advocacy in line with the Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance (SIAA) Principles and Standards.
• Support individuals to understand and exercise their rights.
• Attend meetings with or on behalf of individuals (e.g., care reviews, tribunals, hospital discharge planning).
• Maintain accurate case records and contribute to monitoring and evaluation.
• Work collaboratively with professionals and partner agencies.

Reports to: Head of Service

Person Specification

Essential:

• Experience of working with children and young people.
• Experience in providing social care, education or health support.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and human rights.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., The Promise, Mental Health Act, Adults with Incapacity Act).
• Experience working with people with mental health issues, learning disabilities, or substance use challenges.
• Understanding of the principles of independent advocacy.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

You may not currently be an Independent Advocacy Worker; however, if you have experience working in the sector and have transferable skills, such as patience and active listening, we encourage you to apply.

What We Offer

• Supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Flexible working arrangements (hybrid working arrangements are considered).
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Independent Advocacy Worker (Full-Time) – 0.5 Prison Advocacy & 0.5 Substance Use (Community)

About Us

Independent Advocacy Perth & Kinross is a values-driven, rights-based organisation providing independent advocacy to individuals across Perth & Kinross. We support people to have their voices heard, their rights upheld, and to be fully involved in decisions affecting their lives.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate and committed Independent Advocacy Worker to join our friendly team committed to upholding the rights of individuals in many settings. You will work directly with individuals who may be experiencing mental health issues, learning disabilities, or other vulnerabilities in HMP Perth & HMP Castle Huntly and those struggling with alcohol or drug use living in the community, ensuring they are supported to express their views and make informed choices. Being an independent advocacy worker is hugely rewarding.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one independent advocacy in line with the Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance (SIAA) Principles and Standards.

• Support individuals to understand and exercise their rights.

• Attend meetings with or on behalf of individuals (e.g., ICM’s, care reviews, mental health tribunals, discharge planning).

• Maintain accurate case records and contribute to monitoring and evaluation.

• Work collaboratively with professionals and partner agencies (3rd Sector and Statutory).

Person Specification

Essential:

• Experience in providing advocacy or support services.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Understanding of the principles of independent advocacy.

• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload.

• Commitment to equality, diversity, and human rights.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Mental Health (Care & Treatment)(Scotland) Act 2003, Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000).

• Experience working with people with mental health issues, learning disabilities, or substance use challenges.

• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

What We Offer

• Supportive and inclusive team environment.

• Flexible working arrangements (hybrid working considered following a successful probationary period).

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

You may not currently be an Independent Advocacy Worker; however, if you have experience working in the sector and have transferable skills, such as patience and active listening, we encourage you to apply.

Main Purpose of Job

Winning Leishman are seeking an experienced Fundraiser to join our team. This post will involve research into grant makers, developing funding proposals and following up with reports and communications to maximise long-term income generation on behalf of Winning Leishman’s clients.

Position in Organisation

Report to the Winning Leishman Directors.

Responsibilities

• Support the identification of trust and foundation funding opportunities through research

• Create tailored applications to a wide range of funders

• Create reports and other communications to funders

• Maintain a schedule of applications and reports

Person Specification

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in preparing funding applications to trusts and foundations (essential)

• Experience of working in the charity sector (essential)

• Reliable and well organised with good time management skills and ability to meet deadlines

• Excellent IT skills, Excel and MS Office, with a working knowledge of database systems

• Strong written skills

• A creative and lateral thinker

• Professional, courteous, respectful and confident

• Proactive and self -motivated with a positive and enthusiastic approach to teamwork

Qualifications

• Degree (in any subject), studying towards a degree or equivalent (desirable)

Join Mindspace as a Senior Recovery Facilitator

Mindspace, a community-based mental health charity, is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Recovery Facilitator to lead and support the delivery of our Adult and Young People’s Recovery Colleges. This is a unique opportunity to co-produce and co-deliver mental health learning programmes alongside people with lived experience, partner organisations, and colleagues.

You will supervise Recovery Facilitators, manage budgets, contribute to strategic development, and ensure high-quality, evidence-based support sessions. If you have a background in mental health services, experience in training delivery, and a commitment to recovery-focused values, we’d love to hear from you.

In addition to a highly satisfying role we offer a range of staff benefits including:

• Enhanced annual leave
• 10 days public holidays
• Defined contributory pension scheme
• Enhanced sick pay
• Learning and development opportunities
• Time off in lieu
• Access to Cycle to Work Scheme

Apply now to make a meaningful impact in Perth and Kinross