This is a newly created post intended to build on current work towards ensuring a vibrant and well supported student societies sector at the University of Glasgow.

Responsibilities will include development and delivery of training and support to society committee members and working with our GU Volunteering team on facilitating further skills development activities. You will work with our student officers and communications team in delivering events and campaigns focused on enhancing the student experience and fostering a sense of community amongst Glasgow’s diverse student population.

The successful candidate will be highly motivated with excellent communication and networking abilities. Good organisational and administrative skills are essential, as is experience of delivering training. In addition, the post-holder will have a successful track record of student engagement activity and partnership working

Full Time Position - 35 hours per week. Flexi time system in operation. Some evening and weekend work will be necessary

The role includes oversight and administration of our day-to-day financial operations, financial record keeping and preparation of management accounts as well as providing support to colleagues working on finance administration.

The successful candidate will be IT literate and have experience in financial management, record keeping and reporting. To be considered for the role you should have relevant financial management/bookkeeping qualification(s), and/or the appropriate skills, knowledge and you will be able to demonstrate excellent numeracy skills and attention to detail and the capacity to seamlessly multi-task and prioritise your workload.

The Scottish Library and Information Council (SLIC) is the independent advisory body to the Scottish Government on library and information services. SLIC offers leadership focus and support to the Scottish library and information sector, coordinating and promoting national service developments to benefit Scotland's people and enrich our cultural, educational and economic landscape.

SLIC have received funding from the Scottish Government to develop a national digital training project which will update the current workforce development tool and ensure frontline library staff have the training to deliver digital skills development programmes to local communities and public libraries whilst continuing to support access to emerging technologies. The purpose of this role is to work with public library services, the digital champions network and key stakeholders to develop a national training needs assessment; to curate and create digital content inline with the identified priorities; to brief platform developers on design, functionality and sustainability of the platform and to design and deliver training to frontline library staff on using the platform effectively.

SLIC are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to join their team who is passionate about public libraries and has an understanding of the role libraries have in supporting digital skills. They will ideally have experience of curating content for digital platforms or online resources and of training staff in using online training packages. They will have a keen interest in emerging technology and how application could benefit varied library users across Scotland. They will also have experience of consulting key stakeholders and focus groups to ensure programmes are developed to meet expectations of a number of parties.

Everyone has the right to live life to the full. After a diagnosis of a chest or heart condition or a stroke, many people experience fear and isolation and struggle with the impact on their lives. Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland won’t stand for that. The care and support we deliver every day ensure everyone can live the life they want to.

We currently have an opportunity for an enthusiastic individual with previous retail experience to join us at our Glasgow North shop at 608 Dumbarton Road Glasgow, G11 6RJ.

If you:

• Are enthusiastic about retail?

• Are sales driven?

• Can generate stock?

• Have a flair for fashion?

Come and join us!

Some experience of working with volunteers is advantageous but not essential as we will provide you with support to recruit and develop.

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.

Glasgow Association for Mental Health is one of the principle providers of community mental health services in Greater Glasgow. We have been commissioned by Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership to deliver an out of hours Alternative Distress Response Service. This work has been developed with the aim of providing a more appropriate response to people in distress who do not require a medical or specialist psychiatric assessment.

The service will operate on a referral basis only from statutory services i.e. Mental Health Unscheduled Care Services, Police Scotland, British Transport Police, Scottish Ambulance Service, GP Out of Hours, NHS 24, NHS GG&C Emergency Departments within the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital and Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Urgent Care Resource Hub.

This service is funded for three years with a possible extension for a further two years.

The services will be operated from our GAMH Head Office at St Andrews by the Green, operating 7 days per week, from 4.45pm – 2.00am.

We are looking for highly resourceful individuals who can work under pressure. You will work alongside emergency services, be able to help de-escalate individual’s feelings of distress, identify useful onward referral agencies, coping strategies and support networks in the community.

Knowledge of the SCCC Codes of Practice and the National Care Standards and how these frameworks apply to practice is preferred for all posts. GAMH aims to promote equality of opportunity in service delivery as well as in employment practice. To achieve this, we positively welcome applicants from all sections of the community. Accordingly, if you have any particular requirements regarding your application please contact Laura Middell, Central Resources Director on 0141 552 5592.

Appointment is subject to receipt of two satisfactory references. All staff will have Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Membership/Enhanced Disclosure Scotland check completed before any client contact commences.

Glasgow Association for Mental Health is one of the principle providers of community mental health services in Greater Glasgow. We have been commissioned by Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership to deliver an out of hours Alternative Distress Response Service. This work has been developed with the aim of providing a more appropriate response to people in distress who do not require a medical or specialist psychiatric assessment.

The service will operate on a referral basis only from statutory services i.e. Mental Health Unscheduled Care Services, Police Scotland, British Transport Police, Scottish Ambulance Service, GP Out of Hours, NHS 24, NHS GG&C Emergency Departments within the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital and Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Urgent Care Resource Hub.

This service is funded for three years with a possible extension for a further two years. The services will be operated from our GAMH Head Office at St Andrews by the Green, operating 7 days per week, from 4.45pm – 2.00am.

Key Skills: Service Delivery, Monitoring and Recording, Line Management

(SVQ 3 or above or willingness towards achieving this qualification is essential).

At Waverley Care, we take a positive approach to HIV, Hepatitis C and Sexual Health. We’re currently recruiting a Health Improvement Coordinator to deliver prison work as part of our Hepatitis C Information and Support Service in Glasgow.

As part of the team, you will support individuals living with hepatitis C, who are either in prison or recently liberated, at every stage of their journey, from testing through to treatment and a life free from hepatitis C.

This will include working with individuals whilst in prison to develop personalised plans to support their needs post-liberation, and providing ongoing, community-based support to help them remain engaged in care and treatment.

In addition, you will facilitate a programme of individual and group based activities focusing on peer support and education about hepatitis C and HIV, enabling individuals at risk of contracting these conditions to access testing and support.

Our service is community-based, taking services to where people are, rather than waiting for them to come to us. In community settings, this will involve street work, including in locations frequented by people who are actively injecting drugs.

As part of the team, you will work closely our HIV Street Support Team, alongside community-based partners, including addiction nurses.

We are looking for someone who has a strong track record of, and is passionate about working with vulnerable people with multiple and complex needs to improve their health and wellbeing. If that sounds like you then we would love to hear from you.

In return, we offer a supportive and valuing work environment with encouragement to develop personally and professionally.

This is a fixed term contract for 12 months, with the possibility of extension dependent on funding.

At Waverley Care, we take a positive approach to HIV, Hepatitis C and Sexual Health. We’re currently recruiting for a Health Improvement Coordinator to join our Hepatitis C Information and Support Team in Glasgow.

As part of the team you will deliver one-to-one assertive outreach, supporting individuals living with hepatitis C at every stage of their journey, from testing through to treatment and a life free from hepatitis C. You will also support the delivery of hepatitis C and HIV education, working with people at risk of contracting these conditions to provide opportunities for them to access testing.

The role is primarily community-based, taking services out to where people are, rather than waiting for them to come to us. This will involve working in places frequented by people who are actively injecting drugs.

In doing so, you will work closely our HIV Street Support Team, alongside community-based partners, including addiction nurses.

We are looking for someone who has a strong track record of, and is passionate about working with vulnerable people with multiple and complex needs to improve their health and wellbeing. If that sounds like you then we would love to hear from you.

In return, we offer a supportive and valuing work environment with encouragement to develop personally and professionally.

Glasgow Association for Mental Health is one of the principal providers of community mental health services in Greater Glasgow. It aims to provide high quality support both to those who are experiencing mental health difficulties and to their carers. GAMH is committed to the principles of Recovery and to raising the awareness and understanding of Mental Health issues.

The Carers Centres provide inclusive and holistic support to generic carers to maintain their quality of life and enhance their capacity to maintain their health and wellbeing through the provision of a range of person centred, coordinated, and outcome focussed services.

Our carer support services promote choice, control and independence for generic carers, tailoring solutions to carers’ specific needs as far as possible and connecting them with their community.

GAMH, as part of the Glasgow Carers Partnership, works closely with the Social Work Carer Support Teams which are located in each of the 3 sectors of the city

Knowledge of the SSSC’s Codes of Practice and the National Care Standards and how this framework applies to practice is preferred for all posts. A qualification at SVQ2 or equivalent, or a willingness to work towards achieving this qualification is essential.

All applicants must be able to work flexibly; some early morning, evening and weekend working will be required. Full induction and training will be provided.

GAMH aims to promote equality of opportunity in service delivery as well as in employment practice. To achieve this, we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Accordingly if you have any particular requirements regarding your application please contact Laura Middell, Central Resources Director, on 0141 552 5592.

These posts are regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. An offer of work with Glasgow Association for Mental Health will be subject to the outcome of this check being satisfactory.

Glasgow Association for Mental Health is one of the principal providers of community mental health services in Greater Glasgow. It aims to provide high quality support both to those who are experiencing mental health difficulties and to their carers. GAMH is committed to the principles of Recovery and to raising the awareness and understanding of Mental Health issues.

The Carers Centres provide inclusive and holistic support to generic carers to maintain their quality of life and enhance their capacity to maintain their health and wellbeing through the provision of a range of person centred, coordinated, and outcome focussed services.

Our carer support services promote choice, control and independence for generic carers, tailoring solutions to carers’ specific needs as far as possible and connecting them with their community.

GAMH, as part of the Glasgow Carers Partnership, works closely with the Social Work Carer Support Teams which are located in each of the 3 sectors of the city

Knowledge of the SSSC’s Codes of Practice and the National Care Standards and how this framework applies to practice is preferred for all posts. A qualification at SVQ2 or equivalent, or a willingness to work towards achieving this qualification is essential.

All applicants must be able to work flexibly; some early morning, evening and weekend working will be required. Full induction and training will be provided.

GAMH aims to promote equality of opportunity in service delivery as well as in employment practice. To achieve this, we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Accordingly if you have any particular requirements regarding your application please contact Laura Middell, Central Resources Director, on 0141 552 5592.

These posts are regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. An offer of work with Glasgow Association for Mental Health will be subject to the outcome of this check being satisfactory.

Glasgow Association for Mental Health is one of the principal providers of community mental health services in Greater Glasgow. It aims to provide high quality support both to those who are experiencing mental health difficulties and to their carers. GAMH is committed to the principles of Recovery and to raising the awareness and understanding of Mental Health issues.

Assistant Project Workers are required to work in our Service Centres located across the city. Assistant Project Workers will provide personalised support to adults with mental health problems on an individual and groupwork basis. Applicants must be able to work flexibly; some early morning, evening and weekend working may be required.

Knowledge of the role and purpose of a social care worker is essential. Full induction and training will be provided including on the SSSC Codes of Practice and the National Care Standards and how this framework applies to your role. A qualification at SVQ2 or equivalent, or a willingness to work towards achieving this qualification is essential due to the requirements to register with the SSSC for this post.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate the values and attitude required to work with people who are living with mental health problems and who may have complex needs.

Turning Point Scotland is Scotland's leading social care developer and provider.

Our staff work across Scotland's communities supporting individuals with a range of complex needs. We continually tailor our service provision to suit our ambition for every individual to fulfil their potential to be active and enjoy a sense of belonging within their community. Professional and thorough in our continual development and delivery of our service, we take pride in the difference we can make in the quality of life of those we support.

As Corporate Governance Support Officer within our head office, you will join a team that leads on the delivery of projects associated with a range of corporate governance functions including corporate and charity governance, data protection, freedom of information requests, risk management, internal controls, strategy and organisational compliance with national/international laws and regulations.

And you will work with the Corporate Governance Manager/Data Protection Officer and colleagues to promote a culture of good governance to ensure the organisation complies with current and emerging legislation and regulatory requirements. We want our Governance to be an enabler of our innovation within our sector, and offer a friendly, supportive, stimulating and dynamic work environment to achieve this.

If this sounds attractive, and you have experience in information governance, compliance and/or data protection, have the ability to take a logical and analytical approach to solving problems and resolving issues, and can demonstrate your ability to build the key working relationships that ensure smooth project management and delivery, we’d like to hear from you. Our staff enjoy training, support, and sector-leading salary, pension and benefits packages. And they enjoy using and developing their personal qualities to make a difference.

Impact Funding Partners is a successful grant manager with 38 years of experience. Our area of expertise is managing funds which tackle inequality in all its forms. Equality and diversity is core to our work and drives everything we do and how we do it.

We are looking for an energetic and motivated Administrator to join us in our Glasgow Office. This is a short-term full-time post to cover staff absence during an anticipated busy period of work. The role will last from date of appointment until the 30th June 2020.

We are looking for someone who is a confident administrator who has a “can do” attitude, strong organisational abilities, attention to detail and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. The successful applicant will be experienced in all aspects of administration support and have experience of Salesforce and ideally Form Assembly. The work will include administration, event planning, and relevant data base work to support the work of our Funds.

Elpis Centre is looking for an experienced and energetic Mental Health Support Worker to work within our housing support service in North-West Glasgow that works with young women (aged 16 – 25 years) who have been homeless, are care leavers or unaccompanied asylum seekers.

The Mental Health Support Worker will focus on improving the mental health outcomes of Elpis residents by providing 1:1 and group interventions (planned and ad-hoc), alongside supporting colleagues to enhance overall organisational capacity. This post is funded by the Bank of Scotland Foundation and is initially available for two years.

The successful candidate will be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme, have an SVQ3/4 Social Services and Healthcare as a minimum qualification, have at least 3 years experience of a similar role in care or mental health field (including providing 1:1 and group support for young women), be an experienced team worker, and understand the impact of inequalities and trauma on Elpis’ client group. A Certificate in Counselling Skills or similar mental health training is desirable.

Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 applies in relation to the occupational requirement for this role.

Successful candidates should have experience of working with homelessness and with vulnerable young women and have an understanding of the issues and needs involved. You should ideally hold an SVQ 2/or HNC in Health & Social Care.

Full training will be provided.

This post require weekend work.

All appointments are subject to PVG membership.

Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 applies in relation to the occupational requirement for this role.

Successful candidates should have experience of working with homelessness and with vulnerable young women and have an understanding of the issues and needs involved. You should ideally hold an SVQ 3/or HNC in Health & Social Care.

Full training will be provided.

These posts require day, evening and weekend work.

All appointments are subject to PVG membership.

Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 applies in relation to the occupational requirement for this role.

We are seeking an experienced Administration Assistant for our busy office in Garrowhill.

This is a challenging, but rewarding people focused role providing administrative support

and high quality customer service that is integral to our service provision.

Qualifications: HNC Business Admin or equivalent

Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role

As part of the organisation’s dynamic Direct Services team, you will be responsible for coordinating the Counselling Service and developing bereavement support for people affected by MND and their families.

MND Scotland is looking for someone to coordinate the provision of counselling, listening and bereavement services for people with MND and their loved ones. Helping them develop increased emotional resilience in the face of difficult circumstances.

You will assess the clients’ needs and match them with the most appropriate support pathway. Over time you will contribute to, or lead, development of the service as needed and in line with regulation and good practice, including development of further Listening and Bereavement services.

You will be a highly motivated individual, with at least 3 years’ experience of counselling, have excellent communication skills and enjoy new challenges. A clear understanding of good customer service and the importance of maintaining high standards of work at all times is essential. As well as an awareness of the barriers faced by people with significant illness in society.

Reporting to the Head of Direct Services, you will:

• Directly manage the Counselling service.
• Maintain sufficient numbers of Counsellors to provide services by telephone, on line or in person to all appropriate applicants, through ongoing recruitment and retention.
• Provide non Counselling training for Counsellors in relation to their role, and to MND.
• Assess all applicants for suitability for Counselling, and for Counsellor/client match, or for signposting to external services when the referral is inappropriate for counselling.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the organisation’s mission to reduce the impact of MND on the lives of those affected today and provide hope for a world without MND tomorrow.

At Beatson Cancer Charity we support and enhance the treatment, care and wellbeing of current, former and future cancer patients and their families. We work 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 fight against cancer in the broadest possible sense.

We are seeking an experienced Housekeeper to clean and maintain our Wellbeing facilities within The Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre. Hours of work are Monday to Friday 7am – 9am. Key Responsibilities

• Daily responsibility of opening the Wellbeing Centre premises every morning.

• Thorough, deep clean of the therapy rooms to be carried out once a week/fortnightly as required.

• Dusting, vacuuming and mopping in all areas within the Wellbeing Centre.

• Set up centre equipment ready for the day i.e. dishwasher, coffee machine.

• Managing the laundry service, including stock control, preparing laundry for collection, correlation of stock with delivery notes and ensuring all invoices are passed to the Lead Centre Assistant.

• Cleaning cupboards and worktops in the kitchen area.

• Maintain toilet cleanliness in the Centre by cleaning, vacuuming and mopping.

• Clean and polish of furniture in the Centre.

• Empty bins ensuring that waste is disposed of according to policies and procedures.

• Adhere to cleaning schedule with daily and weekly tasks, as well as maintaining cleaning records.

• Adhering to policies and procedures including health and safety, environmental health, infection control and NHS policies.

Person Specification

• Physically fit for moving, lifting and cleaning.

• Flexible and adaptable to a clinical environment.

• Excellent organisational skills

• Self-motivated with a positive attitude.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Confident and friendly approach.

• Ability to build strong relationships at all levels.

Candidate Criteria

• Previous cleaning experience to a high standard with minimum of 2-years’ experience.

• Candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check.

• Ability to work effectively on your own and follow standard operating procedures.

• A positive can-do attitude.

• Excellent time-management skills.

• Understanding of infection control procedures

• Knowledge and understanding of working within the NHS or clinical environment is desirable.

LEAP Sports Scotland is seeking a new Chair

LEAP Sports Scotland celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. The organisation became a charity in 2012, employed its first member of staff in 2013, and has established itself as Scotland’s LGBTI sports charity. LEAP Sports has gained a strong reputation and is now looking for a new Chair to join us on the next phase of our journey.

The role:

The Chair of Trustees will be responsible for leading the LEAP Sports board and charity, overseeing the successful achievement of the organisation’s strategic objectives; overseeing the governance and compliance framework; and championing the continued growth and development of our profile and work.

We are seeking an individual who:

• Is an experienced and proven leader
• Has a strong understanding of governance and compliance structures
• Has a demonstrable passion for and belief in the work that we do
• Possesses strong communication and ambassadorial skills

No prior experience as a third sector Chair is required, but understanding of how charities or small organisations work would be beneficial.

There are four in-person board meetings per year, 3 of these in Glasgow and one elsewhere in Scotland. The Chair is expected to be available for some charity, network and fundraiser events on an ad hoc basis.

Please note, we are particularly keen to encourage applicants from Women, Black Minority and Ethnic, disabled, migrant, and other backgrounds currently underrepresented within leadership roles in the third sector.

If you would like an informal discussion, please contact Hugh Torrance via hugh@leapsports.org

Make a real difference and help us to make sure no one goes through dementia on their own.

Alzheimer Scotland and Glasgow City Health & Social Care Partnership are working in partnership to deliver a dementia post diagnostic support service for people with a new diagnosis of dementia for one year post diagnosis.

Alzheimer Scotland has been at the forefront of promoting post-diagnostic support for people with dementia in a campaign spanning several years. All our post-diagnostic activity is centred on our 5 Pillars Model and this support equips people with tools, connections, resources and plans to live as well as possible. Our model contributes to positive outcomes for people after their diagnosis including reduced isolation, reduced stress, reduced depression among carers, increased understanding of dementia and knowledge of managing symptoms, increased awareness of sources of support, increased social interaction, increased control of support, improved quality of life, and delayed admission to residential care.

Alzheimer Scotland is seeking to appoint a Dementia Link Worker to work as part of a team of Link Workers across the city and working closely with colleagues in local multi-disciplinary community older peoples mental health teams, to ensure a collaborative and partnership approach to supporting each individual and their carers. This is a City Wide Service and the post-holder will be based in Glasgow.

The Dementia Link Worker reports to a Glasgow Service Manager.

You will hold a professional qualification in social work, health, social care or equivalent and have experience of working with people with dementia and their families.

The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate their ability to deliver in each of the key focus areas and have the ability to demonstrate the core skills noted in the job description and person specification.

How Action for Children works

Action for Children does what's right, does what's needed and does what works for children in the UK and Channel Islands. Every year, we change the lives of 301,000 children, young people and families.

The role

We provide a range of programmes, services and support structures enabling young people to progress positively into activity that further enhances their learning and employment opportunities.

Our provision is person centred to reflect the different needs of young people. We provide services at all entry points and stages of learning, ensuring the young people receive the most appropriate support, enabling them to achieve and progress.

The focus of our delivery is targeted at young people 16-24-year olds who are amongst the most disadvantaged in our communities. For example, care leavers, disabled ex-offenders, young people identified as having ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) and those hardest to reach and engage. This reflects our organisational expertise as a leading children's charity, aiming to address inequalities and improve the lives of Scotland's young people.

Our inclusive engagement approach promotes equality of opportunity and includes creative engagement methods to engage with young people who do not access mainstream traditional services or provision.

We will offer work-relevant, support and learning based opportunities which reflect the aims of Developing the Young Workforce: Scotland's Youth Employment Strategy, which promotes greater importance on vocational education that prepares young people for the world of work.

The difference

You'll significantly improve young people's lives:

By supporting young people to develop the skills and confidence they need to gain employment

By delivering a variety of courses tailored to the young person's needs and abilities, both individually and in group sessions

By building quality relationships with young people and colleagues, including external agencies and employers

By assessing the needs of young people and developing individualised plans to meet these needs

By supporting young people to develop job search skills allowing them to apply for jobs, write their CV, talk to potential employers and prepare for interviews

The person

You'll need:

• SVQ 3 or HNC qualification in Social Care or equivalent (Careers Advice, Employability, etc.)
• To be tenacious and resilient
• A flexible approach to working to support the delivery of services
• An understanding of the barriers young people face when trying to gain and maintain positive destinations
• A knowledge of provision within Glasgow & South Lanarkshire who support young people
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage young people
• Teamwork skills and the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues and partners
• Experience of facilitating group work sessions with young people facing multiple barriers
• Experience of delivering or supporting young people to complete SQA and other accredited qualifications
• Good IT skills
• The ability to plan, organise and deliver within given timescales
• To maintain appropriate records, monitor performance and produce written reports as required
• A full UK Driving Licence and access to a car

The rewards

• Minimum 29 days' holiday
• Flexible working, including maternity, paternity and adoption packages
• Season ticket travel loans
• Company pension scheme
• Discounts at major high street retailers.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to vulnerable children's lives and to build a fulfilling and meaningful career with a leading UK children's charity.

Action for Children is committed to safer recruitment practices, designed to protect the welfare of the children and young people using our services.

We are seeking an experienced Project Worker to join our Crisis Intervention Service in eradicating homelessness, providing advice, advocacy and support to individuals with multiple complex needs.

This role involves supporting the delivery of the Crisis Intervention Service ensuring that vulnerable individuals receive the highest quality service and have access to housing information and advice and crisis intervention.

We operate an open door no referral practice where any individual who has experienced or is vulnerable to homelessness can present to the day centre for assistance. We will work with individuals for as long as it takes with no cut off time limit.

The role will involve working directly with people experiencing crisis through our three strands: One to One Intervention Service (Duty Service), Café Intervention Service and a Door Duty Service. This involves supporting individuals who present to the day centre and who may have multiple complexities and are affected by: rough sleeping, residing in homeless accommodation or live in a vulnerable tenancy.

This can be a challenging but hugely rewarding role, candidates should demonstrate a commitment to a non-judgemental and person-centred practice. Many of the people we support are affected by addiction, offending, mental ill health and repeated homelessness. The role requires empathy, understanding and an ability to see a way forward and be proactive in helping vulnerable adults through the challenges they face.

Knowledge of homelessness, housing and/or welfare rights and advocacy is essential for this post.

Organisation Profile

The Marie Trust is a frontline homeless service based in Glasgow city centre. In the past year 2,477 individuals presented to The Marie Trust for assistance. On an average day we can have up to 100 individuals presenting to the centre for advice and assistance, education and meals.

The Marie Trust is a small but progressive organisation. We provide practical assistance and have a wide range of facilities; shower and laundry facilities, access to sleeping bags and survival kits, food parcels and clothing. We have a Not for Profit Café Service and a Training Kitchen which has gained the prestigious Healthy Living Plus Award. We are also an approved REHIS training centre and deliver our own in-house training for staff and volunteers.

We have our own not for profit charity shop, a Counselling Service, Health and Wellbeing Service, PMOT Service providing social prescribing and pharmacy services and an award winning skills development service which works in and alongside Glasgow colleges. Our Crisis Intervention Service works with the most excluded individuals within society and provides a direct access to advice and assistance for individuals who struggle engaging with services.

This post is subject to PVG registration.

SCAN Seeks New Chair

• Are you passionate about the power of contemporary visual art to open up new ways of seeing the world?

• Do you have a contacts book that you can draw upon to help us advocate for the vital role that art plays in a future vibrant Scotland?

• Are you committed to breaking down barriers to build a contemporary art workforce that is diverse and representative of the communities in which we live?

Scottish Contemporary Art Network (SCAN) is committed to championing and supporting the contemporary art sector in Scotland. Our vision is that the role, impact and benefits of contemporary visual arts are widely recognised as central to society and that sector professionals based in Scotland are informed, innovative and supported to achieve their ambitions.

We seek a new chair at an exciting time, as we launch a fresh programme for 2020/21 and continue to build a stronger voice for the contemporary visual art sector in Scotland.

You should be able to attend a minimum of four meetings per year, as well as provide one-to-one advice and support for the small SCAN staff team.

Your role will be central to the organisation, to fulfil the following core duties:

• Provide strategic leadership

• Oversee board activity

• Support and supervise SCAN Director

• Act as a representative of the organisation

We welcome and encourage applications from all sections of the community, and will not discriminate on grounds of race, colour, ethnic or national origins, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or religious beliefs. To help us monitor our performance we ask you to fill in a confidential monitoring form.

Glasgow Night Shelter needs an experienced Admin and Finance Officer to set up and coordinate the smooth running of the charity’s systems and processes. This role will have a particular focus on finance and HR and will suit an experienced office professional who relishes a diverse workload and has a get stuck in attitude! You’ll have outstanding interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide range of people. You’ll care deeply about people – and you’ll know that good systems and processes make it possible to deliver really excellent services.

In partnership with other refugee, asylum and homelessness organisations, Glasgow Night Shelter received a generous National Lottery Community Fund grant to support the development and implementation of a new pilot accommodation pathway and a central one-stop hub for destitute asylum seekers to access information and advice. This new post is the key to ensuring that asylum seekers are at the heart of the delivery of this project.

We are looking for someone with experience of community development and coproduction to develop and lead our participatory approach. You’ll also have experience of line management and building the capacity and confidence of your team, including volunteers. And you’ll be hands on in just getting stuff done, as well as an inspirational leader and motivator!

During summer 2020, we will place approximately 200 students from Scottish universities on internships throughout Scotland and around the world. Roughly 60% of these individuals will be travelling outside of Scotland, which means we need to source accommodation for each person to ensure their placement is successful and their safety and security on placement is guaranteed.

The Accommodation Assistant will lead on sourcing appropriate accommodation for each of our interns and will be responsible for providing a professional and customer-orientated frontline service to our students and accommodation providers.

We are a small team who are passionate and work hard to deliver for the team and our customers. We’re looking for someone who would share this ethos and help contribute to our continued success.

The role will be a fixed-term 3-month contract beginning in early-March.

A full Job Description is available for download below.

About Snook

Snook is a design studio built to make the world more human. We work with organisations to design more effective services which help people thrive. We do this with our design team, engaging with users, building digital products, training our clients, and much more.

Last year, we were ten years old. In the past five years we’ve more than doubled in size to a team of over 40 people, opened a new London studio, and worked with brilliant clients — from Cancer Research UK to Hackney City Council, Tesco to the Scottish Government.

Learn more about Snook’s exciting journey here.

We have big plans for the next three years and are seeking people who can join us, working with our partners and clients to design services that support people to thrive.

About the Role

Working with our Bid Manager and the wider team, you’ll be responsible for co-ordinating and collating content for our new business proposals to private, public and third sector clients. You’ll co-ordinate and write responses to public sector tenders on Public Contracts Scotland, Digital Marketplace and Pro Contracts North and respond to incoming opportunities across a wide range of clients.

The role also requires reviewing and editing previously written content. You’ll be working with our senior leadership team to produce bid responses and presentation materials. As well as writing, you’ll also collate supporting documentation and ensure a cohesive, consistent approach.

RST makes a dramatic difference to the lives of asylum seekers and refugees in Scotland, many of whom face destitution and uncertainty. . As well as providing practical support in times of need, we also raise awareness of issues affecting asylum seekers and refugees and influence public policy. Your skills and experience will have an impact for good, helping to improve the life chances of people experiencing challenging circumstances.

RST is in an exciting phase of our development, having recently been awarded significant funding to better structure the organisation, including the appointment to a new CEO role. We're in the midst of the second three-year phase of our Destitute Asylum Seeker Service and have a special focus on developing our programme of emergency financial and accommodation support. We've also introduced new programmes that help asylum seekers and refugees make connections with their new communities in Glasgow and gain experience in a work environment.

Your skills and experience as part of a motivated, friendly team, will be central to securing safety and stability for people going through the asylum process. We are looking for an experienced fundraiser who can grow our existing supporter base, securing significant donations from individuals, charitable trusts and foundations and other grant giving bodies. You will need to have great writing and relationship building skills allowing you to tell our story compellingly, sound financial acumen, the ability to run online campaigns and to juggle multiple priorities.

If you are a Counsellor looking to develop your practice and qualifications then this might be the role for you!

As one of the largest providers of school-based counselling services in Scotland, The Spark is committed to ensuring all children and young people (CYP) have access to appropriate, professional support to cope with challenging life experiences.

At The Spark, we offer a range of professional SQA and COSCA accredited training courses including the Diploma in Relational Counselling, Supervisor training and Train the Trainer, subject to individual acceptance on each course. CPD is also available in clinical approaches including Scottish Mental Health First Aid. Clinical supervision is provided in house, free of charge, on a monthly basis.

Our counselling service utilises an integrative approach incorporating talking therapy, art therapy and therapeutic play and we have opportunities for CYP counsellors to join our team. Vacancies are available in school settings across Central Scotland.

CYP Counsellors will be required for a minimum of 3 days per week up to 5 days per week.

To be considered you will need to be:

• Fully qualified to provide counselling to children and young people
• A registered member of your governing body
• Able to travel to locations across all of Central Scotland (travel expenses available)

Mary’s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and we are focused on one goal – that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. We continue to change the lives of over 1.6 million children who today will receive Mary’s Meals.

The Operations Support Officer will provide a back-office support function regarding facilities management, development of systems and processes, implementation of the health and safety management system, logistics and administration. This includes contributing to the development of operational excellence that supports the growing awareness of the Mary’s Meals movement, building relationships and meeting expectations of internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting colleagues in the implementation of systems and processes.
• Undertaking agreed audits of our charity shops, communicating with colleagues on the timetable and type of audit and feedback any identified non-compliance or required improvements.
• Providing support and training to employees and volunteers in our shops and to those who operate material aid collections and loadings.
• Maintaining the system for repairs and maintenance and cleaning matters for offices, shops and warehouse, ensuring the safety and security of our shops and warehouse premises.
• Providing a reception service, responding to telephone enquiries.
• Organising all office purchases in line with our policies and procedures.
• Supporting the preparation of mail-outs.

We’re looking for a new team member.

We are recruiting someone who will help the work that Outside The Box does, by helping to get us organised.

We are a team of around 20 spread across Scotland – from the Borders to Moray. We have an office in Dunkeld but our main base is in The Whisky Bond, Glasgow.

We work on a diverse range of community development projects supporting people who are affected by disadvantage or who feel that they do not have a voice.

Many of our team our homeworkers, and those that are based in the office work part-time. We are therefore looking to employ someone to be a constant source of support for the entire team, and who can keep things running smoothly in the office in order to ensure that we are able to support communities to the best of our ability.

We have a Communications Coordinator and a Finance Coordinator who you will support with specific tasks related to their roles. However, you will also be supporting our Chief Executive as well as our community development advisors and community workers in their work on various different projects.

ADAPT for CashBack Project (This project is funded by CashBack for Communities*

An exciting opportunity has arisen for us to recruit a Community Engagement Manager to manage the day to day service delivery of an early intervention service to young people within the West Dunbartonshire area who are aged between 10 – 15 and are on the periphery of offending.

The Community Engagement Manager will be responsible for leading, developing and managing a team of Youth & Family Support Workers and Volunteers. They will ensure co-ordinated day to day service delivery that is delivered in accordance with project criteria, outcomes and indicators and reflect positive destinations for young people and families in their community.

Our successful candidate will -

· Have experience of managing service delivery teams to engage vulnerable young people and families who are likely to have faced challenging life circumstances and supporting them to achieve positive change.

· Be able to demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain strong partnership relationships with external agencies, key stakeholders and the wider community.

· Develop and maintain effective referral routes into the project and ensure that referrals are in line with the objectives of the project.

· Influence community planning through identification of gaps in service delivery.

· Have experience of recording, monitoring and reporting on key project outcomes and objectives in line with funding requirements.

· Actively promote and raise awareness of the ADAPT for CashBack project through attendance at local events and working collaboratively with key partners and stakeholders.

As this is a community based role, it is essential that you are a car driver and have access to a car. Successful candidates will require PVG membership.

If you would like more information, please contact Meg Thomas, Head of Programme Design & Policy Management on 0141 427 0523.

*CashBack for Communities is a unique Scottish Government programme which takes money seized from criminals under the proceeds of crime legislation and invests them in our future – our young people.

Ruchazie HA, based in the North-East of Glasgow, needs up to six new committee members to take it forward into a new era.

We’re nearing the end of a 2-year period of statutory intervention. We’re rejuvenated; we’ve learned a lot of lessons; we’ve put a much-improved governance framework in place; and now we’re ready for the future.

Come and help us form the team that will ensure that we sustain these improvements, and drive forward our new vision and evolving strategic plans.

First we need to find good replacements for the skills and expertise of our three statutory appointees, who will soon be leaving. Their in-depth sector knowledge and clarity about what good governance looks like are high on our shopping list.

Second, we’ve just completed a strategic options review, and decided that remaining independent while exploring opportunities for collaboration represents the best way forward for the Association and its tenants. Experience of business planning and partnership working or collaboration with other organisations will be very helpful.

Third, we’re setting up a new Audit & Risk Committee, and need new members with financial management skills and an understanding of risk management.

But mostly we need people who are keen to join us, feel they have something to contribute to the wellbeing of our tenants and the local community, share our sense of purpose, and possess an enquiring mind and a willingness to challenge.

We seek to help people in Glasgow flourish and experience real change in their lives. We’re looking for a worker to identify and develop fresh opportunities to support vulnerable women. You should be passionate about tackling poverty and injustice through intervention, advice and advocacy.

It is an exciting time to work with Queens Cross and we are looking for dynamic and motivated individuals to join us.

As an innovative and award winning Housing Association we have undertaken a planned programme of change to ensure we continue to deliver excellent services to all of our customers, now and in years to come. This has led to a number of opportunities to work with us to help us achieve our vision of Excellent Housing in Vibrant Communities.

We are a community-based housing association located in the north west of Glasgow. We manage nearly 4,350 homes and provide tenancy support and community development activities to enhance the local area.

Our employees are expected to take ownership of their workload and adopt a solution-focussed approach that makes a difference to our tenants, other customers, and stakeholders. We are looking for candidates with a positive attitude and the ability to build strong working relationships with their colleagues.

Queens Cross Housing Association has created this exciting new post as part of our commitment to challenging poverty and creating vibrant communities.

This 2 year fixed term role is funded by the Scottish Government’s Investing in Communities Fund.

The successful candidate will be tasked with leading on a new Community Opportunities Project with a focus on increasing participation in community activities within the Westercommon, Hamiltonhill and Woodside areas.

We are looking for a dedicated community development or social housing professional to join our Social Regeneration Team with a remit to drive community engagement and involvement within targeted areas.

Working with our Social Regeneration Team, you must be comfortable working in partnership with schools, community organisations and members of the community.

The work of the Community Opportunities Coordinator must be responsive to the needs of the local community and will lead to an increase in people taking advantage of community learning opportunities.

New opportunities should be created and footfall at our community facilities should increase. The post holder should assist people to overcome barriers to participation and be focused on promoting opportunities designed to tackle isolation, improve educational attainment and contribute towards good health.

Applicants should have a minimum of two years’ experience in community engagement or community development work. Experience of working in a Housing Association environment is desirable, but not essential. The post will require evening and occasional weekend working.

The post offers generous terms and conditions including flexible working hours, contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave and 13 public holidays.

Closing Date: 24 February 2020

Interview Date: 5 March 2020

We are a values led organisation and you will share our commitment to respect, integrity and aspiration.

The post holder will be expected to meet the competency levels expected of all Queens Cross staff particularly with emphasis on attitude, behaviours’ and a customer first approach.

We are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, age, or religion or belief. While we have no policy of treating more favourably candidates sharing any particular protected characteristic, we are particularly interested to hear from suitably qualified applicants with a black or minority ethnic background as this group is under-represented in our staff team.

The Association operates a Job Interview Guarantee Scheme, which means that if you have a disability, and meet the minimum criteria outlined within the Job Description, you will be guaranteed an interview.

To support our LGBTI colleagues and to create an inclusive environment we have signed up to be a Stonewall Diversity Champion. Working with Stonewall Scotland, we ensure that all our policies, procedures and staff benefits align with best practice for sexual orientation, gender identity, equality, diversity and inclusion.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience of strategic planning, partnership working and negotiation to play a lead role in developing and supporting the delivery of action to tackle child poverty in Glasgow. With over one in three of Glasgow’s children currently living in poverty, you will work closely to support partners in the council, health board and wider public, private and voluntary sector to develop, deliver and report on actions that will substantially help reduce that risk of poverty.

You will have a good understanding of the causes, consequences and solutions to child poverty and the role local government and health boards can play. You will also have excellent written, verbal and presentation skills and the ability to work with a range of people in different organisations and roles, including people with direct experience of poverty or other forms of exclusion and disadvantage, to identify, agree and deliver shared goals.

This post is funded by the Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP). You will be part of the CPAG in Scotland team, but work closely with the Health and Social Care partnership, city council, health board and other local partners

This post may be suitable for secondment with the agreement of the existing employer.

CPAG wants a society where all children can enjoy their childhoods and have fair chances in life to reach their full potential. Come and help us end child poverty for good.

Are you an experienced administrator, comfortable with financial information and developing spreadsheets? If so we want to hear from you.

We need someone to help develop this vital service and ensure its ongoing success for some of Scotland’s most vulnerable children and young people.

At Aberlour Attain, working in partnership with Renfrewshire Council, we bring together vulnerable children and young people with a mentor to build a consistent and trusting relationship and improve their opportunities. The focus in every mentoring relationship will be on developing the relationship, recognising and building their strengths, and providing support and encouragement to deal with difficult and challenging situations in their lives. This service is currently funded through the attainment fund until the 31st March 2021, outcomes of the service will be reviewed to assess ongoing funding.

As a Service Administrator you will support the service with general and financial administrative tasks including the co-ordination of recruitment paperwork for volunteers joining the service. You will have administrative experience gained through working within a busy office. You will be comfortable working with Microsoft Office packages including Excel. You will have excellent communication and organisational skills.

You will ideally have a relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 7 or equivalent experience.

Housing First Consortium Glasgow

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a new and quickly developing service. The consortium is a Housing First service within Glasgow. Housing First has been recognised by the Scottish Government as an effective way to deal with those who have been long term homeless with multiple and complex needs. Turning Point Scotland is the lead partner in the consortium and work in partnership with Glasgow City Council HSCP (health and social care partnership), Simon Community Scotland, Loretto (Wheatley Group) and The Salvation Army.

The premise of Housing First is that housing is a basic human right and is an integral part of a holistic support package offered to individuals.

Housing First is designed for individuals over 18 years of age who are statutory homeless with multiple and complex needs; however they still want to have a tenancy of their own. The individual will be striving to gain independent living, but requires housing support. Support staff will provide support on the maintenance of a tenancy, addiction, mental health, social inclusion, life skills and employability. This support is non time limited. The service will act on the seven principles identified for a Housing First service.

The service is based in the Adelphi Centre and support is available on a 24/7 basis, with the office being staffed from 9am to 8pm. After hours service users are able to receive support from Simon Community Scotland’s help line call centre.

The service is person centred with the individual choosing their own priorities in their recovery and flexibility in support.

Main duties and responsibilities

Support to people who use services - To:

• provide support and assistance to people who we support in accordance with their support plans and service aims.
• be responsible for undertaking initial and on-going assessments of people who we support.
• advise people who we support in accordance with guidance from senior colleagues or in accordance with the service aims.
• be a key worker for a person or people who have complex or multiple needs.
• maintain professional confidentiality and boundaries at all times.
• support and assist people who we support in crisis situations, and/or manage physical risk or behaviour likely to cause incidents, in accordance with the support plan or service protocol.
• travel within the service area you are contracted for and supporting the travel and transportation of people who we support in accordance with their support plan (mobility, own car, service vehicles, public transport etc).
• have a good understanding of the causes and effects of social exclusion as is relevant to the service and area in which you work.

Epilepsy Scotland has an exciting opportunity for a keen and enthusiastic Trust Fundraising Assistant to join our dynamic Fundraising Team. The function of the Fundraising team is to generate income to meet the needs of the organisation. The post holder will foster links with funders and work closely with project delivery staff.

You will be responsible for raising unrestricted and restricted income in line with annual targets. You will support a portfolio of existing charitable trust and foundation partnerships as well as research and develop a strong portfolio of potential funding sources.

Part of this role involves researching, identifying and supporting applications for community schemes and corporate charity partnership opportunities.

Candidates should demonstrate experience in writing applications, researching, planning and reporting to Trusts and Foundations. Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience in developing and maintaining effective relationships with funders, have excellent communication skills, written and verbal, and excellent research and analytical skills.

''Glasgow ESOL Forum is recruiting additional board members for our Board of Directors to support our work in providing English classes to marginalised groups. We are looking for individuals with skills and experience in the following areas:

Charity Governance

HR

Income generation & fundraising

Digital

ESOL at a strategic level​

A Role Description is available for download below.

We are currently seeking applications for a Performance Manager within the Social Security based in High Street, Glasgow. This is a permanent and pensionable appointment and new entrants will normally start on the minimum of the pay range. Candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria below will be invited to the assessments.

We believe that social security is a human right and we are working to make sure that people get what they are entitled to. We believe that people should be able to get support when and where they need it and this is exactly the way we will approach the delivery of the assistance that is devolved. Social Security Scotland will be built with you – not for you. Together let's build a public service to be proud of.

The role offers the opportunity to manage and develop new teams in Scotland's new Social Security Agency. The development of our teams should focus on not only the 'what' but the 'how' in order to create an environment that blends human rights within all we do.

This position would be ideal for someone who is empathetic, consistently able to put clients first, easily able to build trust and rapport and oversee their teams' performance to be able to identify the best solution for each client contacting the Agency. You will be joining our organisation at an exceptionally exciting time working together with our team to develop our Agency. This will require you to be adaptable and flexible in your approach as our systems and structures are established and our business develops and grows.

This is a high-profile and exciting area, with continuing political, public and media interest. The Agency is split across two locations, between Dundee and Glasgow with the headquarters in Dundee.

As part of the end to end processing of operational delivery, this is an important role which may involve managing a range of duties to ensure that we provide an excellent service.

The successful candidates will oversee the front line management of their operational teams within the Social Security Agency and their performance with responsibility for managing Team Managers.

Qualifications Required

For jobs in Band B & C you must hold a minimum of 3 Highers or equivalent or alternative experience to the academic qualifications, for example experience gained in an operational or service delivery environment.

Main Duties

• Line manage, support and develop a cohort of Team Managers with counter-signing responsibility for Client Advisors.

• Build and maintain a constructive and encouraging team environment where your teams understand their contribution to the Agency.

• Act as a role model who will demonstrate commitment to making sure that enquiries are dealt with sensitively, appropriately and consistently.

• Ensuring Team Managers are investigating and handling complaints with due diligence and in accordance with our processes and procedures, acting as a point of escalation when required.

• Co-ordinate the delivery of our services by using available management information to plan and organise necessary resource to meet fluctuating business demands.

• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure minimal disruption from system issues and service releases by considering potential risks and impacts.

• Manage changes to policy and processes efficiently and constructively.

• Seek to find new solutions to improve business processes, quality and client satisfaction.

• Engage with the other functions to provide cross-area support to meet the business needs as and when required.

Essential Criteria

1. A clear focus on efficient and effective service delivery which meets clients' needs, gained in an operational or service delivery environment.

2. Proven line management experience and a track record of influencing teams to develop and reach their potential.

3. Involvement in driving continuous improvement for the benefit of stakeholders, staff and clients.

4. Experience of engaging with and developing staff to build resilience to handle change in in an environment which is evolving.

Further Information

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact 0131 244 8500 or email the Social Security Scotland Agency who can be reached on SSAOpsResourcing@socialsecurity.gov.scot.

As part of this campaign we will be organising a series of events to offer support and advice on applying for this vacancy. Please see our Eventbrite page for dates and details.

Headway Glasgow works with people from all backgrounds who have an experience of an acquired brain injury. Through the provision of a variety of groups aimed at different demographics, we offer a place for people with ABI to come together, socialise and seek support. The services we offer are all free of charge to those who use them.

This is an opportunity to be a central part of our exciting new Outreach Service, in the newly created post of Outreach Worker. This new service is designed to increase the accessibility of our service, and/or services provided by other relevant organisations, for those with an ABI. We have recognised that for people living with an ABI it can be challenging to engage with the services that are available to them. This new service will support individuals with ABI to explore and experience available services with the aim of increasing the likelihood of them being able to access Headway Group services as well as accessing other services and resources in the community.

The Outreach Worker will be based in our offices in Bath Street, Glasgow, but will travel throughout Glasgow. Their role will be to offer 1-1 support to those who interested in accessing services but who have indicated that this may be a challenge to them without support. This may include meeting them in the community and travelling to services, talking over the phone, providing 1-1 support in the Headway Glasgow office.

The Outreach worker will be joining a small team at Headway Glasgow and will report directly to the Service Manager. Previous experience in a supportive role is essential and a certificate in counselling skills is desirable. The successful applicant will be an efficient self-organiser who is able to work on their own initiative, use basic computer technology and record information accurately and operate within Headway Glasgow policies and procedures. Headway Glasgow welcomes applications from individuals with an experience of ABI.

The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced disclosure checks. Headway Glasgow offers 25 days of annual leave and 10 public holidays.

Glasgow Night Shelter is looking for a dynamic SERVICE TRANSFORMATION LEAD who is excited by the idea of a big challenge!

We’ve been running an emergency shelter for asylum seekers 365 nights a year, since 2011. The staff and volunteers are skilled and dedicated and we’ve been successfully funded to pilot new types of emergency accommodation. This is where you come in! We need you to get us from where we are now to where we need to be. Can you help us transform our service and project manage a move?

· You’ll be up for and experienced in leading an operational team through change – and you’ll be comfortable with change yourself

· You’ll have experience in a social care setting – perhaps managing a registered service

· You’ll have experience of line management and building the capacity and confidence of your team – and you’ll be great at knowing if recruitment is required to make a service really shine

· You’ll be hands on in just getting stuff done, as well as an inspirational leader and motivator

· You’ll have really strong project planning and budgeting skills – we need you to lead, plan and deliver a big move from one venue to a new home for the service

· You’ll be knowledgeable about policies and procedures that will need to be developed and implemented to transform the service

· You’ll know how to identify training needs and implement a plan that ensures everyone in the team is ready to deliver an excellent service

· You’ll be committed to a values-based approach to service design and delivery, ideally in the field of homelessness

We need someone who can commit to an initial full time nine month fixed term post or secondment with us, planning and delivering the transformation of the service and project managing the service. You’ll be at the forefront of a multi-agency project spanning local and national government, homelessness services in Glasgow and the expert asylum and refugee sector – this hasn’t been done before, so it’s hard to overestimate what an incredible opportunity this is for the right person.

You’ll receive support and supervision from the Project Director and you’ll work with them to plan for the sustainability of the service beyond Year 1.

For an informal conversation about the role please email glasgownightshelterjobs@gmail.com to arrange a chat with the Project Director.

We are a UK-wide education charity whose mission is to help young people achieve their potential through access to STE(A)M activities. Each year, we work with over 30,000 young people across the UK, providing industry-informed, curriculum-enhancing learning experiences; which promote positive post school destinations and encourage young people to achieve their full potential by following a STE(A)M career or further study choice.

We work closely with industry to ensure our activities are relevant and resonate to the needs of the real-life world of work. We also run the Industrial Cadet programme which is an industry led accreditation for work experience, partnering with companies large and small across the UK.

The Schools Programme Officer is part of a small team delivering high-quality STE(A)M engagement events to schools across Scotland. The role involves programme delivery, event organisation and administration.

A full Job Description is available for download below.

An opportunity has arisen at the Poverty Alliance to join our small but busy administrative team. The Poverty Alliance serves a membership of more than 200, runs campaigns, organises events across Scotland, conducts research and works alongside people with experience of poverty. The Administrative Assistant will provide essential support across the Poverty Alliance’s policy and field work teams, as well as to our projects.

We are looking for an individual with excellent organisational and communication skills, with a track record in providing administrative support in busy office environments. As well as being familiar with programmes such as Word, Excel, and Outlook, you will be able to work to tight deadlines and manage a heavy workload. Experience in event organisation, minute taking, and handling petty cash, include booking venues, arranging travel and accommodation, updating and maintaining membership database, organising and providing support at events as well as word processing, photocopying, filing, distribution of mail and answering telephones are all essential. This post will be crucial in ensuring the smooth day to day running of the office.

Whilst the post is currently temporary it is our intention to extend the post if resources allow.

An introduction to Home-Start Glasgow South

Home-Start Glasgow South is a family support charity which works with parents to enable them to parent well and give young children a positive start in life.

We work with families to help them overcome issues affecting their lives with a range of family support services. Issues like isolation, mental health difficulties, bereavement, family breakdown, addiction, physical ill-health and more.

2020 will be our 20th anniversary and during 18/19, Home-Start Glasgow South supported 328 families with 688 children.

We are seeking a new Chair for our Board of Trustees. The Trustees have a broad range of skills including Law, Finance, Fundraising, HR, Social Work, Teaching, Training and Senior Management Expertise. There are 9-10 Board meetings held each year. Other commitments can include, attending the annual staff and board day, the AGM and joining sub-committees as required in order to ensure the strategic direction and governance of this amazing charity.

The Role

The Chair of the Trustees will be responsible for providing leadership to the Board of Trustees ensuring that all Trustees fulfil their duties and responsibilities for the proper governance of Home-Start Glasgow South by:

• Supporting the Director in meeting strategic goals
• Leading inclusively

We are looking for someone with a broad range of skills and experience including:

• Valuing the work we do to support families
• Strategic Leadership
• Sound business acumen & management
• Board participation in the corporate or not-for-profit sector

Join Scottish Huntington’s Association (SHA) and you will transform the lives of families living with Huntington’s disease (HD).

SHA is world-leading in its advocacy and support for the HD community. As a Team Leader, you will have a key role in strengthening service delivery by supporting experienced HD specialists working with families and individuals to create uniquely personalised packages of care.

Ideally, we seek one Team Leader based in the North of Scotland and one in the South. Applications are therefore invited from across Scotland.

You will be an experienced health or social care professional with substantial experience in a community setting. You will have experience in supporting adults with a long-term condition. Knowledge of Huntington’s disease is desirable, but not essential. You will hold a recognised Nursing Social Work or Allied Health Professional Qualification. You will a minimum of three years’ experience supporting, coaching and managing staff.

We seek applicants who can work in partnership with other agencies and influence improvements in the care and support of people with Huntington’s disease. You should also have an understanding of the strategic context of neurology in Scotland.

Funding for this post is provided by Scottish Huntington’s Association, a values-driven organisation founded by families for families.

All posts are subject to a Disclosure Scotland PVG or Police Act check

SHA is a registered Charity (SC010985) and is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment

We are currently seeking applications for a number of Disability Assistance Case Managers within Social Security Scotland. This is a permanent and pensionable appointment and new entrants will normally start on the minimum of the pay range. Candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria below will be invited to the assessments.

These posts sit within the Scottish Government’s newly created Executive Agency, Social Security Scotland, and is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront and development of our Disability Assistance services.

In September 2018, Social Security Scotland successfully began to administer the first wave of devolved benefits, with further benefits due to be delivered by the Agency as and when they come online. We believe that social security is a human right and we are working towards delivering a new Social Security system that ensures clients receive the financial support they need, whilst being treated with dignity, fairness and respect.

These are important roles and will impact on how Social Security Scotland delivers these new services and is perceived by the people of Scotland. By making decisions on applications, you will need to consider whether enough evidence has been provided to make a robust and defendable decision and to be able to provide clear explanations to clients about the outcome of their application.

Main Duties

As part of the Operational Delivery team, you will play a crucial role in providing a top quality service to the people of Scotland whilst maintaining the ethos that staff and clients must be treated with dignity, fairness and respect. The main duties include but are not limited to:

·Provide feedback to colleagues within a supportive learning environment.

·Work with colleagues to continuously improve the service we provide to the people of Scotland.

·Assess applications for Disability Assistance and determine if you can make a decision at that stage, or if further evidence will be required.

·Explain the outcome of applications to clients.

·Summarise more complex cases when looking for input from Medical advisors.

Essential Criteria

1.Experience of considering legislation or using rules to reach a decision or conclusion.

2.Demonstrate resilience when dealing with challenging circumstances.

3.Ability to manage workloads in a fast paced, demanding environment.

4.Be able to communicate effectively.

Provisional Dates for Sift and Assessment

To be confirmed.

Minimum Time in Post and Development Opportunities

The successful candidate will be expected to remain in post for a minimum of three years unless successful at gaining promotion to a higher Band or Grade.

Workshops

We will be running workshops to give further information on working at Social Security Scotland, our application process and the Disability Case Manager.

Please register at the link below:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/social-security-scotland-25414022527

Dates for these are 31st January, 7th February, 13th February 2020

Additional Information

Applicants must discuss their intention to apply with their current line manager to help ensure release dates can be agreed.

In the event that one or more of the successful candidates is unable to take up the post or further posts are required, a reserve list of successful candidates will be kept for up to 12 months.

We are looking for Relief Support Workers within our Children's Services

Activities4All supports mainstream holiday clubs/camps to develop their capacity to include children with additional support needs within their services. We can support:

• Mainstream holiday and leisure clubs to include children with activities including sports, dance, arts or drama groups along with general activity camps.
• Children with additional support needs who would like to access mainstream clubs/camps that they choose.

Do you want to make a real difference to people's lives?

We are currently looking to recruit a number of Support Workers on a Relief basis (various hours offered) to work as part of our team to include children with additional support needs in mainstream Holiday and Activity clubs/camps.

The role involves supporting children with additional support needs to promote their inclusion in a mainstream environment. You will work alongside mainstream staff to build their confidence and knowledge to support and include children with disabilities in the setting.

You should be able and willing to work during the day throughout the School Holidays in Edinburgh.

Why work for Capability Scotland?

• Rewarding Career Choice
• Fully paid induction and shadowing with experienced staff.
• Competitive Salary - £9.35 per hour
• 32 Days Annual Leave (increasing to 37 days with service)
• Extensive Training provided and fully funded SVQ.
• Payment of PVG
• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Death in service benefits
• Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programmee
• Professional Development and support for SVQ
• Access to credit union

Key Requirements

• Experience of working in a similar role and environment
• Willingness to undertake any personal development opportunities.
• A care related SVQ Level 3 (or the willingness to gain this qualification in a given timescale).
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with the right values to support our Project Manager to manage our service assisting and supporting vulnerable homeless people to achieve better lives.

This will be an exciting and challenging opportunity for the right candidate. You will be expected to manage and motivate a team of staff to provide meaningful support to service users and to ensure the security of the project. Your goal will be to ensure the delivery of a high quality support service that builds service user skills and to allow them to move out of homelessness.

You will be qualified to Registered Manager’s Award level or equivalent.

You will be able to demonstrate and evidence the following:

· A clear understanding and insight of individuals experiencing homelessness who present with often complex underlying support needs;

· Service user involvement and participation in enhancing service provision;

· Ensuring risks are managed operationally and strategically for staff, service users and visitors;

· Successful outcomes in similar support environments;

· An enhanced support culture and person centred support;

· Insight and initiative, with a proven track record of developing relationships with external parties and key stakeholders;

· Attributes in staff leadership and management;

· Clear organisational and time management skills.

The post will involve between 2 and 4 shifts per week. The rota will be flexible but will work out 5 days over 10 approximately, on an 8-week rota. Shifts will include early shift, back shift and 1 full weekend in 8.

If successful, you will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 6 months of your start date. After registration, there is a requirement to be qualified and to maintain professional learning.

You will be required to work on the rota, which will include back and weekend shifts, for part of the working week.

In return, we will offer you excellent learning and development opportunities, competitive annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, access to employee assistance programmes such as counselling, and life assurance.

Simon Community Scotland is the largest provider of homelessness services in Scotland,with a reputation for excellence. Everything we do is about and for people: the people we support, our staff, our partners and everyone affected by homelessness.

The Street Team Relief worker will provide positive practical and emotional support to people who are rough sleeping in Glasgow or at risk of rough sleeping. Working in pairs, they will engage with Rough Sleepers and Vulnerable People and support them to present for accommodation, engage with health and addiction services as well as other homeless

services.

This role requires a degree of physical fitness as street staff actively outreach on foot across the city centre and surrounding areas. Essential protective clothing and footwear will be provided and must be used.

Key tasks:

1. To help provide person-centered support to people who use the service.

2. To help maintain accurate records and case notes.

3. To ensure that services comply with standards set by SCS and meet the contractual

and/or regulatory requirements of relevant external agencies.

4. To contribute as an effective team member to the development of the activities of the

service.

Move On works in Scotland to unlock the potential of vulnerable young people, enabling a positive future and improving people lives.

From our bases in Glasgow and Edinburgh we provide a range of services including mentoring, employability, training, peer education, volunteering opportunities, support, advice and information.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop our highly successful Mentoring service by working alongside our Mentoring team to establish Move On as a Trauma-Informed organisation. Move On’s Mentoring for Wellbeing will build on our expertise in mentoring disadvantaged young people in Edinburgh, through increasing the capacity of our staff and volunteer mentors to support young people to improve their wellbeing and mental health.

Could you be part of something different? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to use their gifts, skills and experience to make a different to the lives of the people in our parishes and communities.

You will develop and deliver a range of services and activities which aim to support individuals and families, to encourage personal development, facilitate positive relationships, reduce isolation, promote inclusion, and increase participation in community and congregational life and to assist the minister in a range of pastoral, congregational and community related duties.

Post is also suitable for a Deacon to apply

About the role

Drumchapel Citizens Advice Bureau are looking for dynamic individuals to join their Board of Directors and assist with the strategic direction and future development of the Bureau.

Drumchapel Citizens Advice Bureau is a leading information and advice provider in the Glasgow area. The Board is made up of people from a range of professional backgrounds and currently has vacancies for new members.

The Board are seeking applications from individuals representing the diversity of the Glasgow area and are particularly interested in those with skills and experience with working in the 3rd sector; working locally and dealing with local issues as well as those with qualified skills in Finance, Business Management and Development, Charity Law, Project Management, Fundraising, Human Resources, Public Relations, Marketing and Strategic Development.

The ideal candidates will be committed to service excellence, raising standards and continuous improvement. They must also embrace bureau values and show a commitment to wider role activity to improve the quality of life of local people in the community.

The Board currently meets bi-monthly and members will also be expected participate in projects and attend training when required.

The position is voluntary but reasonable expenses will be paid.

This is a great opportunity to help shape the future of information and advice services in Glasgow and contribute to making a real difference to the local area.

The Board of Directors are responsible for:

· Ensuring that good quality advice is given to the public, including ensuring that Citizens Advice Scotland’s membership standards are met

· Deciding what the bureau should aim for, including input into business planning and budgeting

· Controlling the finances of the bureau

· Overseeing the recruitment and selection, management support and training of all paid staff

· Appraising and supporting the Bureau Manager

· Promoting the image of the bureau

· Ensuring that the bureau fully meets its legal obligations under charity, employment and (if relevant) Company Law

· Dealing with complaints about the service

Candidates should be 18 or over and either live or work in our operating area or surrounding areas.

MND Scotland is leading the fightback against Motor Neurone Disease (MND) in Scotland and we are looking for skilled individuals to join our Board of Trustees.

MND is a rapidly progressing terminal illness, which stops signals from the brain reaching the muscles. This may cause someone to lose the ability to walk, talk, eat, drink or breathe unaided

MND Scotland provides care and support to people affected by MND, as well as powering cutting-edge research to find a cure.

Trustees are responsible for setting our strategic direction and making sure the organisation meets its objectives.

We encourage anyone with an interest in MND to apply, however we would particularly welcome people who have skills in any of the following areas: digital innovation and services, finance and accounts, fundraising and income generation, and HR and legal.

What you will bring:

· Proven ability to work constructively with a team

· Experience working with vulnerable people

· Excellent communications skills

· Excellent organisational skills

· Knowledge of ‘good working practice’ and procedures, preferably in healthcare and/or the charity sector

· Commitment to the aims, objectives and procedures of the organisation and to staff, volunteers and service users

· Understanding of issues affecting people with MND

As an award-winning innovative care provider, we support the elderly and people living with physical disabilities and long-term conditions across Scotland. We pride ourselves on our knowledge and passion for delivering complex care, making sure that our customers receive high quality care services that can range from visiting a few hours a week to several daily visits.

We deliver our vision of helping our customers live their life to the full through the hard work and dedication of our Support Workers who provide our customers with a wide variety of assistance such as personal hygiene, dressing, medication prompts and light household chores in line with their personal support plans.

Blackwood are currently looking for Support Workers to join our Care Services teams to support our customers living in their own homes in the community and/or in our Care Homes. We operate care services in Aberdeen, Dundee, Perth & Kinross, Edinburgh, Stirling, Lanarkshire, Glasgow, Ayrshire and Inverclyde.

Don’t worry about having any previous care experience, we provide comprehensive training and development opportunities to help you become a great carer!

Our main priority for this job role is to find people who can show our values and behaviours. These are:

• Taking responsibility
• Being open and honest
• Keeping our promises
• Having respect and understanding

The ideal candidate must have:

• A commitment to delivering high quality care
• Strong communication, interpersonal and IT skills
• An ability to work independently in the community and as part of a team
• A relevant qualification (SVQ2), this is not essential as training will be given
• Flexibility to work on a rota basis, including early mornings, evenings and weekends.

…Could this be you?

Blackwood offers a range of employee benefits, including:

• Travel expenses and paid travel time between customer visits
• Fully funded SVQ training on completion of probationary period
• Company sick pay scheme on completion of probationary period
• 34 days’ holiday per annum, pro rata for part-time hours
• Company mobile phone
• Company pension scheme and other benefits
• Payment of PVG and SSSC registration
• Recruit both drivers and walkers on care at home runs
• Fully paid induction and shadowing with experienced carers.
• EE Perks – discount packages for family and friends.

The Supported Housing Worker role requires assisting in the management of the development thus ensuring the tenants are able to enjoy an acceptable standard of living in an environment which is clean, safe and friendly. You will be responsible for overseeing the wellbeing of the tenants and for assisting them in maintaining their independence.

As housing care worker your role will involve working with our tenants to ensure they receive the support and personal care identified in their care plans. You will directly support tenants in their homes by providing individual advice, practical housing support assistance and personal care.

Both roles are to ensure that we are able to offer the best service to our tenants and make it possible for our tenants to continue enjoying as much independent living as they’re able.

As well as a competitive annual salary, our valued team also benefits from:

competitive hourly rates of £9.00 - £9.47 per hour;

guaranteed rota hours working between 7.30 am & 10pm

generous annual leave entitlement;

a choice of pension scheme with employer contributions;

flexible working policies;

access to extensive paid training and development opportunities; and

a supportive and inclusive culture.

We also have opportunities with our Trust Staff Agency - for employees who want to work across different locations, in various roles, with highly flexible hours to suit family commitments - it's a great opportunity with the same training and development that our other roles benefit from.

Previous experience working in social care or the housing sector would be an advantage but this is not always necessary. Our ideal candidate is someone with enthusiasm, a caring nature and willingness to learn as full training, support and ongoing development will be provided.