Third Sector Vacancies

Job Overview

Ross-Shire Women’s Aid is seeking a committed and compassionate Children & Young People’s Support Worker to provide person-centred, trauma-informed emotional and practical support to children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse.

Working as part of a dedicated team, the postholder will play a vital role in supporting children and young people within refuge accommodation, schools, and the wider community, helping them to feel safe, heard, and empowered. The role involves close partnership working with families and external agencies and offers a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people across Ross-shire, Skye and Lochalsh.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group support to children and young people affected by domestic abuse, using a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach.
• Plan, organise, and deliver age-appropriate activities, outings, and group sessions, including holiday programmes, that promote confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with children and young people to develop, implement, and review individualised support and safety plans.
• Build and maintain positive, trusting relationships with children, young people, and their families through effective communication and active listening.
• Support children and young people through transitions, including moves into refuge accommodation and changes in schooling or community.
• Advocate on behalf of children and young people and work in partnership with other agencies including Education, Social Work, Health, Police, and Housing.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records, including support notes, evaluations, and risk assessments, in line with organisational policies and SSSC standards.
• Contribute to domestic abuse awareness-raising activities, training sessions, and community engagement work.
• Participate fully as a member of the team, working collaboratively with Women’s Support Workers to support mothers and children effectively.

Requirements

• Proven experience of working with children or young people, ideally within a support, childcare, youth work, or community-based setting.
• A trauma-informed, empathetic approach with a clear understanding of the impact of domestic abuse on children and young people.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection procedures, and professional boundaries.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage sensitively with children, families, and professionals.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote and geographically dispersed team.
• Competence in using IT systems for record-keeping, reporting, and planning.
• A full driving licence and willingness to travel across a wide rural area as required.
• Willingness to work flexibly, including occasional evenings or weekends.
• Commitment to Women’s Aid values, feminist practice, and continuous professional development.

What This Role Offers

This role offers an enriching opportunity to contribute positively to the lives of children and young people affected by domestic abuse, within a supportive, feminist, and values-led organisation. You will receive comprehensive induction, ongoing training, and the chance to develop your professional skills while working in a role that genuinely makes a difference.

Inverness – On-site within our main office
Part-time – 25 hours per week (flexible and open to discussion)
Starting salary – £20.50 per hour (pay review pending)

Advocacy Highland is seeking a visionary leader to take on the role of Chief Executive Officer, guiding our passionate team and driving the organisation forward in a time of growth and change.  This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate. We are flexible and open to discussion about working hours and hybrid working, however, a minimum of 2 days per week is expected in the office, so candidates should be Highland based within commuting distance of Inverness.

We are seeking someone who shares our core values and principles and demonstrates the following qualities:

• Inspirational in their leadership
• Dynamic in their approach
• Supportive in their relationships

As CEO, you will provide strategic direction, ensure the continued delivery of a high-quality independent advocacy service, and lead the organisation with energy and vision. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Advocacy Highland in a rapidly evolving sector.

About You

You will bring:

• Proven leadership experience, ideally within the voluntary or third sector
• Strong financial management skills with experience desirable in securing and managing major grants and funding streams
• A solid understanding of relevant legislation and policy
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and partners
• A genuine passion for advocacy, social justice and human rights

Experience in independent advocacy is preferred but not essential. A full driving licence and PVG membership are required. Two references will be requested, including one from your current or most recent employer.

For more information see the Recruitment Information and Job Description & Person Specification on our website or get in touch with Maya Uddin at 01463 233460 or 07917 327714

What is the role?

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Support Coordinator 14 hours per week. Working week will be between the following days and hours:

• Monday - Friday between 8am - 8pm & Saturdays 10am - 4pm.

You will be reporting directly to a Locality Manager, and you will be responsible for ensuring, within your Service(s), that VSS’s local service development and delivery plan is being implemented within your geographical area(s). Service delivery is provided by a team of skilled and knowledgeable volunteers and you will be responsible for planning their deployment to ensure that the service delivered meets the desired outcomes of victims and witnesses of crime and our service users. You will also be responsible for all aspects of volunteer engagement with VSS at your services, including recruitment, induction, learning and development, ongoing performance management and support. Contributing to business planning and co-ordination ensuring that continuous learning takes place to monitor that the outcomes of service users are being met is also part of the role.

You will bring experience from a similar role and a commitment to your own professional development. As a confident and supportive leader, you will know how to motivate others, build trust, and drive performance. You’re comfortable working with data gathering, analysing, and presenting insights that help shape decisions. You believe in fairness and inclusion with the confidence to challenge discrimination, bias, or stereotyping when you see it. Alongside this, you have a solid understanding of the voluntary and charity sector, and willingness to be flexible in working hours and able to travel as required.

If you are looking for a role with a purpose, where you can really make a difference, we want to hear from you!

GALE is looking to employ a Housing Project Officer on behalf of the Mid Wester Ross Housing Group to formalise the organisation, analyse existing housing data and housing strategies, carry out any further consultation required in the Mid Wester Ross area and develop a 10 year Housing Strategy.The area includes the villages within the following four community council areas; Torridon and Kinlochewe, Gairloch, Wester Loch Ewe and Aultbea.A key part of the role will be establishing contact and building positive relationships with local stakeholders including landowners, The Communities Housing Trust, Albyn Housing, The Highland Council and Community Groups and Councils.

Contact Michael Leng, GALE Chair, for any questions regarding the position at michael.director@galeteam.co.uk. Applications by CV and covering letter, stating your suitability for the role, should be sent to Janet Miles, The GALE Centre, Gairloch, IV21 2BH or janet@galeteam.co.uk no later than 9am on 23rd February 2026. Interviews will be held the week of 3rd March 2026.

Being a support worker is a role where you can make every day matter. It's a job with challenges that make your heart beat faster, where you can give something of yourself and empower amazing people on their journey through life.

At key we support disabled people of all ages to make every day matter.

We are passionate about being the very best employer we can be, ensuring our staff feel well supported and valued in their roles. As well as being part of a supportive, local team you will be eligible for:

• Main Grade Hourly Rate £12.60 (Pay Award Pending)
• Induction and Relief Register Hourly Rate £12.60
• Sleepover hourly rate of £12.60.
• Competitive annual leave and company sick pay.
• Annual SSSC fees paid for all contracted support workers
• Enhanced pay for work on targeted Public Holidays.
• Paid Membership of Disclosure Scotland’s PVG Scheme.
• Full, in-depth training for your role.
• Fully funded SVQ qualification with support provided to achieve this.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free confidential counselling, advice and support on a wide range of issues.
• A Workplace Pension.
• Free access to occupational health support.
• Credit Union Membership.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Costco Membership.
• Blue Light Card/Blue Light Ticket registration which offer a range of discounts and savings.
• Concerts for Carers registration.

Join us and make every day matter! Support Workers and Relief Support Workers.

No experience necessary! Training and support will be given to help you achieve your full potential.

If you would like to get involved in support work but cannot commit to a contract due to other commitments, we also have opportunities for you to complement our existing workers by joining our relief register of bank support workers. This will mean you can work in a way that best suits you and fits with your life.

Care to Connect is a support project for unpaid carers aged 25+ in Lochaber, hosted by Voluntary Action Lochaber. The project provides outreach and a drop-in support to help reduce isolation, combat loneliness, burnout and depression, and improve wellbeing.

Role Purpose: To assist and support the Project Coordinator in the delivery of the Care to Connect project outcomes by supporting unpaid carers with help, information and advice, signposting, engagement activities and social connection.

Location Office-based: Office-based and drop-in centre at An Drochaid, Claggan, Fort William, with outreach work across Lochaber.

Driving: A full, clean driving license and access to a vehicle are required to meet the responsibilities of this post. Travel expenses will be paid.

Disclosure: This is regulated work and will require a PVG.

Staff Structure:

· This post is line managed by the Project Co-Ordinator

· Project support is provided by Voluntary Action Lochaber’s Senior Development Officer

· The role involves collaboration with the wider team at Voluntary Action Lochaber

· The role also involves collaboration with the NHS Highland Carer Development team

Key Responsibilities:

· Gather feedback from carers that will shape the content of the activity and events calendar

· Contribute to the planning, scheduling, coordination and delivery of the activity and events calendar

· Support the ongoing development and delivery of the carers drop-in centre and outreach service

· Provide an outreach support service to unpaid carers throughout Lochaber

· Delivering 1:1 support with carers

· Ensure a person-centred, holistic approach, including using the Outcome Star evaluation tool

· Promote social connections and reduce isolation

· Increase awareness of carers’ rights and available support options

· Reduce emotional stress related to caring responsibilities

· Actively engage with unpaid carers, Third Sector Organisations, Statutory Partners, Local Communities and volunteers

· Build and maintain positive relationships across the community and with all stakeholders and volunteers

· Undertake administrative and digital communication duties as required

· Any other reasonable tasks as directed by the Project Coordinator

For a full application pack, contact: caretoconnect@valochaber.org

Closing Date: 5pm Friday 30th January 2026

Interviews to be confirmed.

Please note we do not accept CV's

For an informal conversation, please contact margaret.standen@valochaber.org

4 Community Link Worker Positions

15 hours Alness & Invergordon

20 hours Kyle of Lochalsh & Glenelg

21 hours home based

15 hours home based

About Us

Change Mental Health is a leading national mental health charity providing unique support to people with severe and enduring mental ill health. With over 50 years’ experience across Scotland, we believe people affected by poor mental health and illness deserve the highest quality of support in the community and that every person has the right to be valued and to share in the opportunities, challenges, and joys of everyday life.

About the Community Link Worker Service

The Community Link Worker service collaborates with selected GP surgeries – supporting adults over the age of 18 through social prescribing. Referrals are received from the GP to our Community Link Workers when there might be a concern caused by social factors, rather than a medical problem. The service focuses on improving health outcomes for people experiencing stressors in their lives due to social problems, which could lead to poor mental health.

About the Role

As a Community Link Worker, you will work directly with people referred to the Highland Community Link Worker Service from their GP Practice who require immediate or on-going emotional, practical or vocational support in order to deliver the best possible health outcomes.

This post works directly with people using the service to develop and review personal support plans. You will work closely with other members of the Community Link Worker team, colleagues in Primary Care and representatives of community-based groups and organisations, to achieve outcomes as defined by your line manager.

Within the Community Link Worker team there is a clear line management structure which supports and shapes the practice. The post will contribute to an environment where people can improve their health outcomes, establish improved connections in their communities, and enhance their quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work as part of a team building positive working relationships
• Work closely with colleagues in Primary Care
• Coordinate and refer service users to resources in the local community and to statutory and non-statutory services as appropriate
• In partnership with service users, design, implement, and review outcome focussed development plans to enable service users to achieve their identified goals
• Employ a number of appropriate intervention strategies including positive communication skills
• Ensure ongoing risk assessment is integral to my practice to ensure the wellbeing of service users
• Utilise group work skills which bring people together in a safe environment
• Awareness of appropriate professional boundaries including confidentiality
• Understanding of the requirements of Health and Safety in the workplace and follow Change Mental Health policies
• Ensure that careful and ongoing review systems are in place and maintained

Essential Criteria:

• Educated to SVQ level 2 or have relevant experience working in health and social care
• Able to plan and prioritise workload
• Professional self-awareness and able to seek support and advice from my line manager appropriately and participate in supervision and support meetings positively
• Able to liaise confidently with statutory and non-statutory agencies
• Empathetic
• My personal and professional value base is consistent with the aims and objectives of Change Mental Health
• Demonstrate genuine regard for service users and their families
• Have good I.T. skills and can produce accurate case notes
• I am enthusiastic to develop my knowledge and skills
• Full, clean, driving licence and access to a vehicle

Desirable Criteria

• Experience of working with people affected by mental or physical health issues
• Experience of community-development work
• Experience of working in a SSSC Registered Service
• A learning and development portfolio which evidences my skills and knowledge

General Duties:

• Act in accordance with Data Protection legislation.  Ensure all records, personal, staff and client data are managed in line with Data Management and Information Governance policies
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements such as provisions set out in the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
• As with all employees, workers and volunteers; to encourage people to join Support in Mind Scotland as a member, donor or activist
• To act in accordance with the charity’s Health & Safety and Safeguarding policies and to notify your line manager promptly if there are any concerns
• To participate in regular supervision and appraisal and undertake any relevant training as appropriate to the role
• To work in accordance with the charity’s national policies and local operating procedures and those of external regulators or professional bodies

This job profile and list of duties is not exhaustive and serves only to highlight the main requirements. The line manager may stipulate other reasonable requirements and projects commensurate with the general profile and grade of the post.

Please be aware that it is classed as an offence if you apply for this role and are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to vulnerable adults.

About the opportunity

Boleskine Community Care is leading the community acquisition of Foyers Stores, a vital rural shop, café and Post Office serving the Stratherrick and Foyers area on the south side of Loch Ness.

As part of the transition to community ownership, we are seeking an experienced Retail Consultant to provide hands-on, practical support during the early months of operation. While the community group has strong governance and community delivery experience, specialist retail expertise is essential to ensure the shop launches smoothly and operates sustainably from the outset.

This is a collaborative, supportive role focused on building confidence, embedding good systems and supporting local people to succeed.

About Foyers Stores

Foyers Stores includes:

• A licensed grocery shop
• A café
• A Post Office
• A small ice cream counter

It is the only shop serving a 35-mile stretch between Inverness and Fort Augustus and plays a critical role for local residents as well as visitors to the Falls of Foyers.

What the role involves

The consultant will work closely with:

• The Development Manager
• Shop staff
• Directors of Foyers Community Stores Ltd
• Boleskine Community Care

Key areas of support include retail operations, staffing, systems, supplier relationships and early-stage marketing.

About Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children (UASC)

Aberlour Child Care Trust is leading a Partnership of Highland Council, Barnardos Highland Services, Right There and Gateway to provide practical support care and integration to Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children (UASC).

The partnership provides support to Asylum-Seekers 16+yrs in all areas of life from house management, community relationships, education, financial management, activities and volunteering. Together we ensure the support improves the lives of young people using a rights-based trauma informed approach.

The Service is dispersed, with an office base in Inverness. Staff are required to provide support across the region – Inverness, Muir of Ord, Dingwall, Alness, Invergordon and Tain. Access to a vehicle and a driver’s license are essential to this role.

What we are looking for....

We are seeking to recruit Project Workers to join our established team. Funding is currently guaranteed until 31st March 2026 but we are extremely hopeful of funding being extended beyond this. The post requires some weekend work, and shifts are up to 10 hours long, starting from 8am and finishing up to 8pm. Our full time posts are 37.5 hours per week. We are also open to applicants interested in working part time. If applicants could state their preferred weekly hours in their application form. There is a need for flexibility to adapt to the needs of the service and young people however where staff are needed to work outwith these hours, this would be discussed in advance.

The young people are looking for someone to join the team who is fun, caring and encouraging, providing them with varied and bespoke support to meet their needs; from learning how to manage a house and finances to taking part in activities and learning opportunities that enable them to build a sense of belonging.

You will be an allocated keyworker for specific young people, whilst also being able to work across the service with everyone where required. You will ensure support provided promotes integration, meeting of cultural needs, independent living skills and feelings of safety, through building nurturing relationships which empower young people to grow and develop.

Strong communication skills are required for this role. English is not the first language for many of our young people requiring you to adapt your communication accordingly and support them in their informal learning of English. Additionally, the role requires you to liaise with other agencies including health, education and social worker developing collaborative relationships ensuring the young person is at the forefront of the work we all do.

Ideally, you will have a relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 7 or above, or be willing to work towards this.

At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team.

For an informal discussion about the post we would encourage you to contact Kelly Rochfort, Service Manager on 07715038647.

What we offer...

As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, 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 and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers.

If you have any queries please e-mail: jobs@aberlour.org.uk.

Aberlour is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our service users and uses a thorough and rigorous recruitment and selection process including PVG Scheme checks to ensure this commitment is not compromised.

Applications to be returned by 11.59pm on Tuesday 10th February 2026

Interviews expected to be held: 18th and 19th February 2026

The Fort Augustus and Glenmoriston Community Company is responsible for the distribution of community benefit funds. We do this through a grant funding programme but also the delivery of larger community projects. Our wider work includes a Community Caretaker team, affordable housing for local people, development of recreation spaces and running a community shop.

We are a dynamic organisation looking for an Operations Manager to lead the team in delivering the daily needs of the organisation. You will report to the Chief Officer and be supported by an established team.

You will be an experienced, hands on, team manager with the ability to deal with a wide variety of daily demands. Your remit will include, but is not limited to, management of the grant programme, Tarff Trading operations, the Community Caretaker team, tenant management and the management of the portfolio of buildings owned by the Community Company. The work is varied and very rewarding.

Are you up for this exciting challenge? To find out more please take a look at our recruitment pack. Any questions, or applications, should be sent to operations@communitycompany.co.uk

The Fort Augustus and Glenmoriston Community Company is responsible for the distribution of community benefit funds. We do this through a grant funding programme but also the delivery of larger community projects. Our wider work includes a Community Caretaker team, affordable housing for local people, development of recreation spaces and running a community shop.

We are a dynamic organisation looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and innovative Chief Officer to continue to lead the organisation further in delivering projects that benefit this community. You will report to the Board of Directors and be supported by an established team.

You will need to have experience of project management, building relationships and working with volunteers, as well as managing an employee team. Of course that isn't all, as you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the organisation financially and legally.

Are you up for this exciting challenge? To find out more please take a look at our recruitment pack. Any questions, or applications, should be sent to operations@communitycompany.co.uk

You will be part of Scotland’s leading charity providing support to people with chest, heart and stroke conditions to live life to the full again. Our community health support services form a nationwide network of local support groups, nurses, volunteers and one-to-one support teams helping families adjust to life with a heart or lung condition or after a stroke.

The role of the Stroke Nurse is to facilitate a smooth transition from hospital back into the community, for people who have had a stroke and their families. The Stroke Nurse helps them adjust to the changes associated with the stroke, through the provision of information, advice and support.

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who is organised and motivated, with good communication skills. Candidates must have a first level general nursing qualification and have a minimum of 3 years’ post-registration experience in either a hospital or community setting. Experience working with people affected by stroke is desirable.

Centred is a progressive charitable company based in the Highlands that supports people through mental ill health toward mental well-being. Our services are based in Caithness, Easter Ross, Inverness, and Lochaber. Centred Recovery Centre, based in Inverness, is a centre that provides support and accommodation for up to 23 service users.

We are recruiting for a Social Care Worker to join our Caithness Support Services team. This service assists individuals in the community to live independently and provides a Care at Home and Housing Support service. This position will be based in the Housing Support team.

JOB SUMMARY

Working as part of a team to deliver excellent care and support to people. the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of people who rely on homecare. Our ideal candidate will have genuine compassion and care for people and be inspired to develop their own professional skills and learning. Good communication skills are essential. You will need to have the ability to work effectively on your own and as part of a team. Duties will include all aspects of personal care, including:-

• Ordering, collecting and administration of medications
• Food and fluid preparation
• Skin integrity management
• Working in partnership with other professionals to ensure person centred support is delivered.

In return, you’ll enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life and career too, as you gain the experience and training you need to progress in your career with us.

Running health and social care facilities and services on a not–for–profit basis, we invest every penny back into our care – and our people. So, if you’re ambitious and focused on helping people who are elderly or debilitated, join us at Centred and add real value to their lives, as well as your own. Successful candidates will need to register with SSSC

Previous experience in care is desirable however not essential as full support and training will be offered. An SVQ in care would be advantageous.

What’s on Offer?
At Centred, we value our people and offer a rewarding benefits package, including:

• Competitive rate of pay
• 32 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing up to 35 days.
• Uniform provided
• Earn money through our Employee Referral Scheme
• Buy and sell holiday days using our HolidayPlus scheme
• Access your money as you earn it via our partners Hastee
• Competitive pension and life assurance schemes
• Employee assistance programme and access to health and wellbeing support
• Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance
• Funded SVQ training and access to a variety of training courses relevant to your career progression
• Organisational support into personal/professional development
• PVG covered by employer

Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who:

• Is aware that everyone has different feelings and values.
• Is willing to develop a good understanding of the concepts of mental health recovery.
• Can adapt to the continually changing needs of the people they support
• Can be adaptable within their role and shows initiative.
• Has good communication skills, both oral and written.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential (if applying for driving post)

JOB SUMMARY

Working as part of a team to deliver excellent care and support to people. the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of people who rely on homecare. Our ideal candidate will have genuine compassion and care for people and be inspired to develop their own professional skills and learning. Good communication skills are essential. You will need to have the ability to work effectively on your own and as part of a team. Duties will include all aspects of personal care, including:-

· Ordering, collecting and administration of medications

· Food and fluid preparation

· Skin integrity management

· Working in partnership with other professionals to ensure person centred support is delivered.

In return, you’ll enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life and career too, as you gain the experience and training you need to progress in your career with us.

Running health and social care facilities and services on a not–for–profit basis, we invest every penny back into our care – and our people. So, if you’re ambitious and focused on helping people who are elderly or debilitated, join us at Centred and add real value to their lives, as well as your own. Successful candidates will need to register with SSSC

Previous experience in care is desirable however not essential as full support and training will be offered. An SVQ in care would be advantageous.

What’s on Offer?

At Centred, we value our people and offer a rewarding benefits package, including:

· Competitive rate of pay

· 32 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing up to 35 days.

· Uniform provided

· Access your money as you earn it via our partners Hastee

· Competitive pension and life assurance schemes

· Employee assistance programme and access to health and wellbeing support

· Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance

· Funded SVQ training and access to a variety of training courses relevant to your career progression

· Organisational support into personal/professional development

. PVG membership paid for by employer

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who:

· Is aware that everyone has different feelings and values.

· Is willing to develop a good understanding of the concepts of mental health recovery.

· Can adapt to the continually changing needs of the people they support

· Can be adaptable within their role and shows initiative.

· Has good communication skills, both oral and written.

· A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential