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SUMMARY:Tough Mudder Scotland 2025
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/tough-mudder-scotland-25/
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250526
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SUMMARY:160ft Bungee Jump
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/160ft-bungee-jump-may-2025/
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250524
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SUMMARY:2025 Edinburgh Half Marathon
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/2025-edinburgh-half-marathon/
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250524
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SUMMARY:2025 Edinburgh 5k/10k
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/2025-edinburgh-5k-10k/
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250617
DTSTAMP:20260418T133805
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SUMMARY:Development Officer - Shetland
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/development-officer-shetland-2/
CATEGORIES:Vacancy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250617
DTSTAMP:20260418T133805
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SUMMARY:East Lothian Group Work Support Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/group-volunteer-east-lothian/
CATEGORIES:Volunteering
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250512
DTSTAMP:20260418T133805
CREATED:20250416T144351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T092202Z
UID:10001299-1744761600-1747007999@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:Evidence and Impact Officer
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/evidence-and-impact-officer/
CATEGORIES:Vacancy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTSTAMP:20260418T133805
CREATED:20250416T142359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T143306Z
UID:10001300-1744761600-1746403199@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy and Participation Worker
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/advocacy-participation-worker/
CATEGORIES:Vacancy
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250331T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250331T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T133805
CREATED:20250319T155251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T155251Z
UID:10001296-1743415200-1743422400@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:A Themed Learning Event - Experience of Services
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/a-themed-learning-event-experience-of-services/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250331
DTSTAMP:20260418T133805
CREATED:20240426T121741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T132330Z
UID:10001195-1743292800-1743379199@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:People & Culture Officer
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/people-and-culture-officer/
CATEGORIES:Vacancy
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250326T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250326T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T133805
CREATED:20250108T095943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T165020Z
UID:10001293-1743004800-1743013800@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:East Lothian Champions Board 16+
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/east-lothian-champions-board-16plus-2/2025-03-26/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250324
DTSTAMP:20260418T133805
CREATED:20250228T145517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T145517Z
UID:10001295-1742688000-1742774399@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy & Participation Worker - Stirling/Seamab
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/advocacy-participation-worker-west-central/
CATEGORIES:Vacancy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250324
DTSTAMP:20260418T133805
CREATED:20240911T083454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T145530Z
UID:10001267-1742688000-1742774399@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy & Participation Worker - West Central
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/apw-clackmannanshire/
CATEGORIES:Vacancy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250324
DTSTAMP:20260418T133806
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T145526Z
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SUMMARY:Advocacy & Participation Worker - West Central (Maternity Cover)
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/advocacy-participation-worker-west-central-maternity/
CATEGORIES:Vacancy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250324
DTSTAMP:20260418T133806
CREATED:20240402T160757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T121126Z
UID:10001174-1742688000-1742774399@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:Development Officer - Shetland
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/development-officer-shetland/
CATEGORIES:Vacancy
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250319T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250319T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T133806
CREATED:20250129T164326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T164557Z
UID:10001288-1742401800-1742407200@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:East Lothian Champions Board S1-S4
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/east-lothian-champions-board-s1-s4-2/2025-03-19/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, Musselburgh\, EH21 7JY
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250312T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250312T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T133806
CREATED:20250108T095943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T165020Z
UID:10001292-1741795200-1741804200@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:East Lothian Champions Board 16+
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/east-lothian-champions-board-16plus-2/2025-03-12/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250305T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250305T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T133806
CREATED:20250129T164326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T164557Z
UID:10001287-1741192200-1741197600@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:East Lothian Champions Board S1-S4
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/east-lothian-champions-board-s1-s4-2/2025-03-05/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, Musselburgh\, EH21 7JY
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250226T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250226T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T133806
CREATED:20250108T095943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T165020Z
UID:10001291-1740585600-1740594600@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:East Lothian Champions Board 16+
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/east-lothian-champions-board-16plus-2/2025-02-26/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250225T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T133806
CREATED:20241216T121956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T113836Z
UID:10001274-1740477600-1740484800@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:A Themed Learning Event - Health
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/a-themed-learning-event-health/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250222
DTSTAMP:20260418T133806
CREATED:20250206T161824Z
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UID:10001294-1740096000-1740182399@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:Care Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/care-day-2025/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250219T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250219T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T133806
CREATED:20250129T164326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T164557Z
UID:10001286-1739982600-1739988000@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:East Lothian Champions Board S1-S4
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/east-lothian-champions-board-s1-s4-2/2025-02-19/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, Musselburgh\, EH21 7JY
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250214
DTSTAMP:20260418T133806
CREATED:20240208T125812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T162227Z
UID:10001165-1739404800-1739491199@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy and Participation Worker - North East
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/advocacy-and-participation-worker-north-east/
CATEGORIES:Vacancy
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250212T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250212T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T133806
CREATED:20250108T095943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T165020Z
UID:10001290-1739376000-1739385000@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:East Lothian Champions Board 16+
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/east-lothian-champions-board-16plus-2/2025-02-12/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250205T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250205T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T133806
CREATED:20250129T164326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T164557Z
UID:10001285-1738773000-1738778400@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:East Lothian Champions Board S1-S4
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/east-lothian-champions-board-s1-s4-2/2025-02-05/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, Musselburgh\, EH21 7JY
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250129T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250129T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T133806
CREATED:20250108T095943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T165020Z
UID:10001289-1738166400-1738175400@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:East Lothian Champions Board 16+
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/east-lothian-champions-board-16plus-2/2025-01-29/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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UID:10001170-1738108800-1743465599@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:East Lothian Champs Group Work Support Volunteer
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/east-lothian-champs-volunteer/
CATEGORIES:Volunteering
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250401
DTSTAMP:20260418T133806
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UID:10000927-1738108800-1743465599@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:North Lanarkshire (Crafty Foxes) Group Work Support Volunteer
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/north-lanarkshire-group-work-support-volunteer/
CATEGORIES:Volunteering
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UID:10001284-1737563400-1737568800@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:East Lothian Champions Board S1-S4
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/east-lothian-champions-board-s1-s4-2/2025-01-22/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, Musselburgh\, EH21 7JY
CATEGORIES:Group
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UID:10001243-1736956800-1736965800@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:East Lothian Champions Board 16+
DESCRIPTION:Communities that Care Development Officer Fixed term until 31st December 2027  £25\,354 – £30\,184 per annum pro rata (all new appointments will be made at the bottom of the scale). 24.5 hours (0.7FTE) per week – some evening / weekend work  Who Cares? Scotland is Scotland’s only national independent membership organisation for Care Experienced people. Our strategic vision is to secure a lifetime of equality\, respect\, and love for Care Experienced people in Scotland.  At the heart of Who Cares? Scotland’s work are the rights of Care Experienced people\, and the power of their voices to bring about positive change.  We provide individual lifelong relationship-based independent advocacy and a broad range of imaginative participatory and engagement opportunities for Care Experienced people across Scotland.  We work alongside Corporate Parents and communities to broaden understanding and create change.  We work with policy makers\, leaders\, and elected representatives locally and nationally to shape law\, policy\, and practice\, working together to build on the aspirations of The Promise and secure positive change.  As a project\, Communities that Care works to create a world where Care Experienced children\, young people\, and adults are known\, understood\, welcomed\, celebrated\, and loved. The aim of the Communities that Care Team is to educate the public about the reality of care (as told to us by Care Experienced people)\, challenge stigma around care experience\, and create the conditions for children\, young people\, and adults with care experience to thrive.    We are seeking a passionate and talented communicator to join our Communities that Care Team as a Development Officer. Working to shape\, deliver\, and evaluate our work in schools nationwide\, with a particular focus in Clackmannanshire\, you will provide training and support to educational establishments and organisations. You will also lead on the local participation offer for Care Experienced people within Clackmannanshire; supporting\, developing and facilitating our current group and considering how we grow its reach within the local authority.  You will be welcomed into the team and expected to play a key role in supporting the delivery of our wider Communities that Care work\, including Care Aware workforce training to employers and organisations.  As an individual with a background working with children and young people\, you are adept at creating and delivering learning\, teaching\, and project plans\, with experience providing dynamic training to a range of audiences. Confident writing reports and evidencing practice and impact\, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills\, as well as the ability to develop strong professional relationships. Committed to child and human rights\, working inclusively\, and with the belief that young people can make transformative change in their lives\, you understand how structural barriers\, social oppression/liberation and intersectionality shape our world. With a deep knowledge and desire to learn about the issues affecting Care Experienced people\, you are keen to help create meaningful positive change\, challenge stigma\, and to keep The Promise.  There is an expectation that the postholder will have a regular presence within the National Office in Glasgow to connect with the wider team\, and across Clackmannanshire. Home working is offered as part of our commitment to flexible working and wider travel across Scotland will be necessary. Given the remit of the role\, as well as the need from team members to contribute to our diverse calendar of exciting local and national participation groups\, some evening and weekend work\, including overnight stays\, will be necessary.  The successful candidate will be joining Who Cares? Scotland at an exciting time\, when the voices of those who are in or have experienced care are growing in power\, individually and collectively – bringing with them insight\, challenge\, hope and change. While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through relevant qualifications\, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.  We welcome and encourage applications from those with experience of care.  If this sounds like the role for you\, we would love to hear from you. For an informal conversation about this opportunity please contact Donna Nicholas at dnicholas@whocaresscotland.org.   Closing date for applications is Sunday 10 May 2026. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 Job SpecApplication FormEquality Monitoring Form
URL:https://www.whocaresscotland.org/event/east-lothian-champions-board-16plus-2/2025-01-15/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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