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Project Officer – Carers Championing Change
18 hours per week | Home-based across Scotland | Fixed term for 6 years from December 2026
Salary: £41,082 FTE (£20,541 pro rata) plus up to 6% matched pension contribution.
The Coalition of Carers in Scotland is looking for an experienced trainer or facilitator to help unpaid carers build the knowledge, confidence and skills they need to understand their rights, navigate local and national systems, and have a stronger voice in decision-making.
Working as part of the Carers Championing Change partnership, you will deliver leadership, rights awareness and advocacy training to carers across Scotland. You will adapt and deliver existing programmes, develop a train-the-trainer approach for experienced carers, and work with local carer organisations to ensure learning is relevant, accessible and impactful.
We are looking for someone with experience of designing and delivering training for adults, developing learning resources, and supporting people to build confidence and advocacy skills. You will be an engaging facilitator, able to communicate complex information clearly and work effectively with partners across Scotland.
This is an exciting opportunity to help carers develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to influence the decisions that affect their lives, while contributing to a national programme aimed at increasing carers’ participation and leadership.
Benefits include:
- Home-based working
- Flexible working arrangements
- 32 days annual leave plus 6 public holidays (pro rata)
- Up to 6% employer pension contribution
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Closing date: Monday 12 October
How to apply
To apply, please complete the application form and return it to coalition@vocal.org.uk by 5pm on Monday 12 October 2026. Your supporting statement should address the essential and desirable criteria in the person specification.
For an informal conversation about the role, contact Claire Cairns at coalition@carersnet.org
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