Caseworker

An opportunity has arisen to join Access to Industry’s (AI) East Lothian Employability Project. You will be a self-starter who is able to encourage engagement, build positive relationships based on trust and respect, and support progression to positive destinations. You will be a confident network builder, working autonomously in outreach.

Full details are available in the recruitment pack below.

Application notes

Application is through a CV and a Supporting Statement:

• All applications should be marked ‘CONFIDENTIAL: Caseworker East Lothian Employability Programme’.
• CVs should include two referees, one of whom should be your most recent employer. We will not contact referees prior to interview.
• The supporting statement should demonstrate your experience and how these matches with our requirements. This additional information should be confined to a maximum of two sides of A4 in minimum font size 11. Additional information over this limit will not be considered. Generic statements not contextualised for the post will be discarded.
• Closing date for applications is noon Monday 7 April 2025.
• Interviews will be in-person in Musselburgh on Monday 14 April 2025.

Postal: Access to Industry, 156 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1RP

Working Rite is excited to present a unique voluntary opportunity to join our Board of Trustees from June 2025. We are at a pivotal moment in our journey, with a bold growth strategy for the next 3-5 years led by an ambitious CEO, a dynamic leadership team, and exceptional front-line team. Together, we are empowering young people across Scotland with the skills, confidence, and support they need to thrive. Working Rite are now recruiting for a number of Trustee positions in addition to a Chair of Trustees.

Working Rite is a charity working with young people aged 15-25 to create positive choices for what comes next after school. We build connections with employers and create chances for young people to grow their skills and confidence in working environments. At Working Rite, our mission is to build trust-based relationships with young people, helping them become the best version of themselves. We are a charity dedicated to early intervention, deeper engagement, and sustained support, creating change that works and transforming young lives through:

• Choices Programme: Early intervention for school age 15-16-year-olds, nurturing pre-employability skills and boosting confidence.
• Chances Programme: Award-winning employability training for 16+, combining practical work skills with personal development through mentored work placements.
• Connections Mentoring: Offering long-term guidance to help young people transition into working life and achieve lasting success.

We are scaling our impact from supporting 250 young people annually to over 500 by 2027, focusing on Financial Sustainability, Operational Rigour, People & Culture, and Impact & Communications.

Role of the Trustee

As a Working Rite Trustee, we are seeking exceptional individuals with high-level experience, skills, and expertise to guide us on this transformative journey. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for social impact, this is your chance to contribute to meaningful change. We welcome expertise in:

• Communications, Media, PR or Social Media
• Finance
• Marketing & Communications
• Strategic Growth
• Project/Change Management
• Third Sector Experience
• Business or Public Sector Leadership with transferable skills

A positive, proactive attitude and collaborative approach is essential.

Role of the Chair

As Chair, you will provide strategic leadership to the Board and act as a critical partner to our CEO. You will set the tone for our governance, ensuring effective collaboration and guiding us through this exciting growth phase. Your role will include:

• Leading Board Meetings: Setting agendas, facilitating discussions, and ensuring productive outcomes.
• Strategic partnership with the CEO: Providing guidance, mentorship, and support to achieve organisational goals.
• External Ambassador: Representing Working Rite with funders, partners, and stakeholders to enhance our profile and build new connections.
• Governance Excellence: Ensuring compliance with regulatory and financial standards, fostering a culture of accountability and impact.

This role is ideal for a seasoned leader with board experience and a strong network in philanthropy, business, or the public sector.

• Hybrid: Edinburgh and the East (Hybrid Model – 1/2 Day in Office)
• Closing: 15th April 2025

Join SAMH and make a difference in Mental Health across Scotland

Are you an accomplished fundraising professional with a passion for driving growth, inspiring teams, and creating meaningful change?

SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health) believes in mental health and wellbeing for all. The team is now looking for a dedicated and committed Community and Events Fundraiser to join their dynamic team and drive fundraising efforts during an exciting and impactful period for SAMH.

About SAMH

SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health) is Scotland's leading mental health charity, dedicated to improving the lives of individuals affected by mental health issues. Founded in 1923, the charity strives to create a society where mental health is valued, understood, and supported. With a commitment to innovation and collaboration, SAMH is at the forefront of mental health advocacy, ensuring that everyone has access to the support they need to lead fulfilling lives.

What will you do as Community and Events Fundraiser?

This role is part of SAMH's dynamic Income Generation department, which plays a vital role in driving the financial growth and sustainability of the organisation. Reporting to the Community and Events Fundraising Manager, the Community and Events Fundraiser is a pivotal role, responsible for driving income generation by maximising community fundraising within the East of Scotland. The post holder will do this through the development of excellent local relationships, creating opportunities to give, and positioning SAMH as the charity of choice within the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fundraising and Income Generation: Identify and develop local fundraising opportunities, exceeding income targets by promoting community participation and securing support from various groups.
• Supporter Engagement and Stewardship: Build and manage lasting relationships with supporters, delivering excellent stewardship experiences through personalised communication and effective engagement.
• Community Event Management: Organise and attend local events, representing SAMH to raise awareness, build partnerships, and maximise fundraising potential.
• Volunteer Development: Recruit, manage, and motivate volunteers, encouraging their active involvement in community fundraising events and initiatives.
• Data Management and Reporting: Maintain accurate supporter records on the CRM system, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations and producing detailed reports.

What does SAMH need from you?

1. Experience:

• Demonstrable success in building effective relationships with people.
• Experience in recruiting supporters for events.
• Understanding of and commitment to involving volunteers in community fundraising.
• Proven experience of working to and exceeding income or engagement targets.

2. Key Skills and Attributes:

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Strong planning and multitasking skills to manage events, meet deadlines, and handle competing priorities.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and across departments, contributing to shared goals and maximising fundraising potential.
• Understanding of current legislation, policies and issues affecting fundraising and the charity sector including GDPR.

What is in it for you?

You will work in a supportive environment and will be provided with a full induction and training opportunities. You will be given the chance to develop your knowledge and skills, as well as develop professionally. Some of the benefits include:

• 30 days annual leave rising to 33 after 5 years’ service (+4 public holidays). Pro Rata
• 2 paid wellbeing days off per year to use on what matters to you. Pro Rata
• Funded continuous learning and development opportunities, access to over 100 courses online in addition to classroom and virtual training sessions.
• Workplace pension scheme and Life Assurance policy from day one.

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of families affected by imprisonment? At Families Outside, Scotland's only national charity dedicated solely to supporting these families, we're looking for a dynamic, compassionate, and skilled leader to join us as a Regional Manager.

About the Role

This vital position is your chance to lead a team of dedicated Regional Family Support Coordinators, providing professional support to families and professionals across Scotland. You'll collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to shape, develop, and deliver effective support services tailored to the needs of families. From managing a regional team to influencing local and national strategies, this role is as rewarding as it is impactful.

Role Summary

Hours: 35 hours per week

Contract: Two years fixed term (subject to renewal where funds allow)

Location: Glasgow/Home-Based

• 25 flexible leave days plus 10 public holidays
• Hybrid & flexible working
• Employee Assistance Programme (Health Assured)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Laptop and mobile phone for all staff

What You’ll Do

• Lead, inspire, and develop a team of Family Support Coordinators across multiple local authorities.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with community justice and local authorities, ensuring the voices of families are heard.
• Develop and improve family support services to meet regional needs, monitoring effectiveness and driving positive change.
• Represent our values of integrity, expertise, tenacity, and compassion in everything you do.

What We’re Looking For

• A skilled leader with a proven track record in team management and service development.
• Someone who values collaboration and can foster strong relationships with stakeholders.
• A proactive leader with a vision for driving positive change, focused on equipping families with the tools and support they need while ensuring their voices are heard and valued.
• A leader who is committed to trauma-informed and rights-focused practices, creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for families, adults, children, and young people.

Join a values-driven organisation where your work makes a lasting impact on families across Scotland. At Families Outside, you'll find a supportive, collaborative environment that values innovation and compassion. We empower our team to lead with purpose, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth while contributing to meaningful life-changing work.

We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about making a difference. If you have the skills, dedication, and drive to support families and create lasting impact, we want to hear from you. We value diverse perspectives and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Together we can shape a brighter future for families affected by imprisonment.

Blue Triangle is a social care organisation that empowers people to thrive, by delivering solutions in connected communities which focus on the needs of each individual. We are looking for enthusiastic people who share our values (Kind, Passionate and Creative) to join our services accommodating and supporting people experiencing homelessness and empowering them to thrive.

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, which we will support you to achieve.

Blue Triangle recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

What we offer:

Aside from offering a supportive and friendly environment where our people are valued and appreciated, we’ll see that your hard work and drive to succeed is rewarded.

• Competitive Salary and Pension Options
• Full time & Part time hours available
• Double pay for festive bank holidays
• Long service awards
• Fully funded SVQ3
• Access to our benefits platform with high street voucher and tech discounts and cycle to work scheme to name a few!
• In-house training programmes
• Significant Gym discounts
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• 24/7 access to employee assistance programme, including counselling
• A wide range of family friendly policies
• Life Assurance cover of 3 times your salary
• Credit Union
• £200 refer a friend scheme

And many more!

About the Role:

As a Support Worker, you’ll work as part of a team in providing safe, secure, supported accommodation for the people who use our services. You’ll do this by providing practical and emotional support and encouraging them to achieve their own personal outcomes in all aspects of their daily lives.

Main Responsibilities:

This Support Worker role at Wemyss House involves working on a 4 on 4 off average rota covering nightshift patterns, including some weekends. The Support Worker will:

• Work as part of a team providing safe, secure, supported accommodation for homeless people.
• Support, review, monitor and evaluate through our case management system, to achieve a positive person-centred outcome for the people we work with in line with organisational, statutory and legislative requirements.
• Maintain and update all recording systems and documentation in line with relevant policies, procedures and practice guidelines, including the occupancy agreement, within required timeframes.
• Provide, plan and facilitate key work meetings, key work sessions, meetings, reviews and other internal/external meetings in conjunction with the person’s support plan.
• Provide general advocacy and advice to the people we support, including assistance to enable them to meet the conditions of their occupancy agreements.

About You:

• To join us, you need to have a genuine passion for helping people.
• Ideally, possess 1 year of experience of working with vulnerable people and challenging behaviour which can be from personal, voluntary and/or professional experience.
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to undertake care practice in accordance with Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) code of practice, National Care Standards, Scottish Commission for the Regulation of Care and the Association's policies and procedures.
• Ability to relate empathetically to people and recognise their right to choice and independence.
• Ability to work flexibly and as a lone worker.
• Able to use Microsoft or equivalent applications competently.
• Ideally, hold an SVQ level 2 or above and be willing to work towards an SVQ 3.

We care about one another whilst taking pride in the service we offer. You will be working in a company with a strong identity and with the guidance and support of experienced Managers you will be able to develop in your career.