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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/2024-06-19/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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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-s4/2024-06-26/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, Musselburgh\, EH21 7JY
CATEGORIES:Group
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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/2024-07-03/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240710T163000
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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-s4/2024-07-10/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, Musselburgh\, EH21 7JY
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTAMP:20260418T103706
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T140450Z
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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/2024-07-17/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240724T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240724T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103706
CREATED:20240503T084108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T150928Z
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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-s4/2024-07-24/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, Musselburgh\, EH21 7JY
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240731T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240731T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103706
CREATED:20240503T095943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T140450Z
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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/2024-07-31/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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UID:10001247-1723048200-1723053600@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-s4/2024-08-07/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, Musselburgh\, EH21 7JY
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240814T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240814T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103706
CREATED:20240503T095943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T140450Z
UID:10001234-1723651200-1723660200@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/2024-08-14/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240821T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240821T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103706
CREATED:20240503T084108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T150928Z
UID:10001248-1724257800-1724263200@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-s4/2024-08-21/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, Musselburgh\, EH21 7JY
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240828T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240828T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103706
CREATED:20240503T095943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T140450Z
UID:10001235-1724860800-1724869800@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/2024-08-28/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240907T011758Z
UID:10001265-1725408000-1733011199@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:Membership Check In
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/membership-check-in/
CATEGORIES:Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240904T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240904T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103706
CREATED:20240503T084108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T150928Z
UID:10001249-1725467400-1725472800@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-s4/2024-09-04/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, Musselburgh\, EH21 7JY
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240911T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103706
CREATED:20240503T095943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T140450Z
UID:10001236-1726070400-1726079400@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/2024-09-11/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240918T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240918T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103706
CREATED:20240503T084108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T150928Z
UID:10001250-1726677000-1726682400@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-s4/2024-09-18/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, Musselburgh\, EH21 7JY
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240925T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240925T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103706
CREATED:20240503T095943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T140450Z
UID:10001237-1727280000-1727289000@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/2024-09-25/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241002T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241002T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103706
CREATED:20240503T084108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T150928Z
UID:10001251-1727886600-1727892000@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-s4/2024-10-02/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, Musselburgh\, EH21 7JY
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241009T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241009T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103706
CREATED:20240503T095943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T140450Z
UID:10001238-1728489600-1728498600@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/2024-10-09/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241016T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241016T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103707
CREATED:20240503T084108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T150928Z
UID:10001252-1729096200-1729101600@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-s4/2024-10-16/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, Musselburgh\, EH21 7JY
CATEGORIES:Group
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UID:10001269-1729339200-1729353600@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:National Theatre of Scotland: Caring Scotland - Care Experienced Week
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/nts-caring-scotland-care-experienced-week/
CATEGORIES:Care Experienced Week
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241023T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241023T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103707
CREATED:20240503T095943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T140450Z
UID:10001239-1729699200-1729708200@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/2024-10-23/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241030T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241030T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103707
CREATED:20240503T084108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T150928Z
UID:10001253-1730305800-1730311200@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-s4/2024-10-30/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, Musselburgh\, EH21 7JY
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241106T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241106T183000
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CREATED:20240503T095943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T140450Z
UID:10001240-1730908800-1730917800@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/2024-11-06/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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UID:10001272-1730937600-1734825599@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:Scottish Government Consultation Roadshows: How can we change care?
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/scottish-government-consultation-roadshows-how-can-we-change-care/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241113T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103707
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T150928Z
UID:10001254-1731515400-1731520800@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-s4/2024-11-13/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, Musselburgh\, EH21 7JY
CATEGORIES:Group
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UID:10001133-1732060800-1732147199@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:November Care2Dare? Firewalk
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/november-firewalk/
CATEGORIES:Fundraising
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241120T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241120T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103707
CREATED:20240503T095943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T140450Z
UID:10001241-1732118400-1732127400@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/2024-11-20/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241127T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241127T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103707
CREATED:20240503T084108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T150928Z
UID:10001255-1732725000-1732730400@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-s4/2024-11-27/
LOCATION:The Gatehouse\, Musselburgh\, EH21 7JY
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241204T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241204T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103707
CREATED:20240503T095943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T140450Z
UID:10001242-1733328000-1733337000@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/2024-12-04/
LOCATION:Queen Margaret University\, Edinburgh\, EH21 6UU
CATEGORIES:Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241210T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T103707
CREATED:20241023T144629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T152232Z
UID:10001271-1733839200-1733846400@www.whocaresscotland.org
SUMMARY:A Themed Learning Event - Belonging and Connection
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-belonging-and-connection/
CATEGORIES:Training
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