Voluntary Action East Renfrewshire (VAER) is part of a national network of Third Sector Interfaces (TSIs) whose ambition is to see a Scotland in which voluntary and social enterprise action in all its forms flourishes and delivers strong resilient communities.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Voluntary Action and we are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic person to help meet future challenges.

To take responsibility for the processing and payment of all invoices and producing charity management accounts, on a monthly basis to ensure the smooth running of the financial responsibilities of the charity. (We are currently using SAGE50 version 2016)

The main purpose of the post of Assistant Shop Manager is to support the Shop Manager to generate income by managing the Boutique shop effectively and commercially, to create a unique shopping experience for customers and donors while maintaining the high standards set by CHSS. To identify high value items and to effectively display and promote, in order to support delivery of financial targets. The Assistant Shop Manager is part of the CHSS retail team and is expected to contribute to the department’s goal of raising revenue to support the work of the charity.

Please see the role profile to view the key accountabilities, key challenges and required skills and experience.

CHSS employees enjoy a variety of organisational benefits including: Company pension scheme, generous holiday allowance, company sick pay, health insurance, employee welfare support and life assurance.

Friends at the End have been operating since 2000 and achieved Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO) status in 2018. We are seeking a Communications and Policy Executive to join our team, develop and deliver a communications strategy and ensure our profile grows and is sustained across a number of channels and audience groups.

As we look to increase our impact, and therefore our fundraising activities, we are looking for someone who can develop our public profile as a leading Scottish charity, an organisation that can be trusted to deliver and an organisation that is making a very significant difference in the lives of people approaching the end of life.

The successful candidate will be expected to have demonstrable experience in initiating and developing communication strategies, both in the short and longer term across a range of different media.

As sponsors of the Cross Party Group on End of Life Choices in the Scottish Parliament, it is desirable for candidates to have experience liaising with members of parliament but training can be provided. You will support the chief executive and work alongside the office manager to successfully carry out the organisations activities.

Skills and experience:

· You will likely already work in communications and be a high performing account executive (or similar) looking to move into a more flexible role.

· You will focus on results - knowing the importance of every article, every social media post, every publication and you’ll have a track record of achieving exceptional outcomes.

· You’ll be an excellent writer, capable of producing quality content for printed media and on-line use.

· You’ll have a high degree of attention to detail in your writing.

· You’ll be capable of delivering projects to keep in line with developments.

Qualifications:

You will be degree educated and may well have completed further studies in Communications, PR or Media.

Role location:

The job is located in our Head Office in Glasgow, however we envisage flexible working with the successful candidate working primarily from home. Occasional travel elsewhere in Scotland is required.

Remuneration:

A benefits package is available to the successful candidate. The salary applicable for the role is £ 23,000 per annum FT equivelant.

Friends at the End have been operating since 2000 and achieved Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO) status in 2018. We are seeking a Communications and Policy Executive to join our team, develop and deliver a communications strategy and ensure our profile grows and is sustained across a number of channels and audience groups.

As we look to increase our impact, and therefore our fundraising activities, we are looking for someone who can develop our public profile as a leading Scottish charity, an organisation that can be trusted to deliver and an organisation that is making a very significant difference in the lives of people approaching the end of life.

The successful candidate will be expected to have demonstrable experience in initiating and developing communication strategies, both in the short and longer term across a range of different media.

As sponsors of the Cross Party Group on End of Life Choices in the Scottish Parliament, it is desirable for candidates to have experience liaising with members of parliament but training can be provided. You will support the chief executive and work alongside the office manager to successfully carry out the organisations activities.

Skills and experience:

· You will likely already work in communications and be a high performing account executive (or similar) looking to move into a more flexible role.

· You will focus on results - knowing the importance of every article, every social media post, every publication and you’ll have a track record of achieving exceptional outcomes.

· You’ll be an excellent writer, capable of producing quality content for printed media and on-line use.

· You’ll have a high degree of attention to detail in your writing.

· You’ll be capable of delivering projects to keep in line with developments.

Qualifications:

You will be degree educated and may well have completed further studies in Communications, PR or Media.

Role location:

The job is located in our Head Office in Glasgow, however we envisage flexible working with the successful candidate working primarily from home. Occasional travel elsewhere in Scotland is required.

Remuneration:

A benefits package is available to the successful candidate. The salary applicable for the role is £ 23,000 per annum FT equivelant.

Do you want to work with an awards winning organisation?

Do you share Aspire values in respect of the rights of vulnerable people to live ordinary lives?

Are you caring, compassionate, enthusiastic and committed to supporting people in the community who may have additional support needs?

A full UK driving licence with access to a car is essential, as travel throughout the service area is an expectation of the post.

Salary is dependent on service and shift pattern.

Your role may include:

· Assisting with personal care;

· Working with individuals to participate in community based social activities of their choice; and/or

· Assisting people with clinical and health care needs.

Additional desirable qualities, qualifications and experience of the post holder include:

· Hardworking, flexible, motivated and driven to do the right thing by the people we support;

· SVQ 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care or a commitment to undertake a SVQ; and

· Registration with the Scottish Social Service Council (SSSC) or a commitment to become registered.

Employee benefits include:

· Excellent Learning and Development opportunities and strong Support & Leadership;

· Employee Discount Schemes and Referral Recruitment Bonus;

· Contributory Pension Scheme and 4 x Annual Salary Life Assurance benefit; and

· Employee Health Assured assistance programme.