Mission Statement

To prevent youth homelessness and to support young people to build better futures.

Context

We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Property and Maintenance Worker to join our property team. This Property role provides an opportunity to be part of our well-established Supported Accommodation Project which supports homeless and care experienced young people to develop independent living skills and transition to permanent accommodation. The Property and Maintenance Worker will support our West Lothian Housing Services team with practical, hands-on activities related to housing management, Health & Safety, Risk Assessments, and property refurbishment and renovation.

Full job description is in the application pack below.

This is a full-time post working 37.5 hours per week. Hours of work can be worked flexibly although there may be a requirement for some work in the evenings or at weekends. There is a 5% unsocial hours allowance included in the salary to accommodate this expectation.

You can complete work from home or utilise a local office base but you may be required to travel to attend meetings.

About Aberlour …

We are a values driven organisation delivering over 40 services across Scotland supporting children, young people and families.

We have a strong record of using knowledge and evidence from our work to campaign for the rights of children, young people and families across Scotland.

With funding provided from The Robertson Trust, we are looking to conduct a specific 3 year programme to focus on public sector debt and the impacts on low-income families.

What we are looking for...

You will collaborate with key stakeholders to explore the views and systems related to the recovery of public sector debt. You will use your research to engage with government nationally and locally to highlight the lived experiences of affected families, to seek fairer policies and commitments that help tackle child poverty.

You will help Aberlour plan and coordinate further campaigning work around the approach to public sector debt recovery.

You will have knowledge of the current Scottish political systems at a local and national level, particularly relating to social justice, anti-poverty and debt recovery policy areas. You will also have knowledge of key policy areas that impact on children and young people, such as the UNCRC and The Promise. You will have experience of writing policy briefings or papers or addressing informed and influential audiences.

Please see the job description for further details about the role along with the required qualification level.

What we offer...

As well as a supportive team, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme, life assurance worth 3x salary and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers.

Join Our Dynamic Team! Be a Non-Executive Board Member at West College Scotland!

Are you passionate about education, community development, and making a positive impact? West College Scotland (WCS) is looking for enthusiastic, dedicated individuals with enquiring minds to join our leadership team as Non-Executive Board Members.

Why West College Scotland?

At West College Scotland, we believe in using the transformative power of education, learning and skills to unlock people’s potential and enable their success – with around 24,000 students every year trusting WCS to support them on their learning journeys.

Our students are at the heart of everything we do, with West College’s team working to help transform people’s lives, to equip them for the world of work, and to provide them with the knowledge and skills that will enable them to make positive contributions to their communities.

As a Non-Executive Board Member, you will play a crucial role in helping steer our college to sustained success. With a commitment to innovation, community, and business engagement, WCS is a hub of inspiration and opportunity - teaching today, to provide the workforce of tomorrow.

Your Chance to Make a Difference!

As a Board Member, you will have the unique opportunity to contribute your expertise, ideas, and passion to influence the strategic direction of West College Scotland. Your insights will shape and guide strategies, drive initiatives, and through good governance ensure that we continue to provide the highest quality education for our students, the best possible workplace for our 1000-strong team and be a fantastic business partner.

Diverse Perspectives Welcome!

Respect is at the core of who we are. We value diversity and inclusion, and we believe that a range of perspectives, walks of life and cultures makes us stronger. Whether you come from a background in education, business, or community development, your unique experiences and skills may be what WCS is looking for.

You may never have considered a Board position before, but your knowledge and ideas may be invaluable to us and could be a great opportunity for you to enhance your network and your own skills. WCS is especially keen to hear from those groups currently under-represented on Boards of Scottish public bodies, such as those from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, people aged under-50 and women. It is not essential that you live/work in areas where our campuses are based.

An Innovative, Collaborative and Supportive Environment!

Being a part of West College's Board means becoming a valued member of a collaborative team, choosing to undertake change and development to create value for our students, team and partners. It’s a chance to engage in meaningful discussions, exchange ideas, and work with other professionals to create an environment that fosters growth and success.

EXPERIENCE /QUALIFICATIONS:

Granton Youth is looking for a youth workers with experience of working/volunteering with young people; delivering a mixture of centre-based and detached youth work, no qulaifications are required but the opportunity for in-house learning and CPD will be provided.

These posts will involve working in within the GY team to deliver 3-4 sessions of detached youth work weekly in North Edinburgh and centre-based youth work. Both roles will involve building strong relationships with young people and supporting their on-going development.

Experience of working in marginalised communities will be an advantage.

Funding for 3 year contract.

All staff will be required to complete PVG, costs covered by GY.

RESPONSIBLE TO: GY Youth Work Coordinator/Streetwork Team Leader