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Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations is the membership organisation for Scotland's charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises. Charity registered in Scotland SC003558. Registered office Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG.

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Participation and Rights Worker (East) – Maternity Cover
Forces Children Scotland
Part time
Remote: first with regular travel across Edinburgh City & Penicuik—delivery will take place at strategically located sites near Armed Forces bases
£27,885 - £29,000
21 hours per week. 1 August 2026 to 30 June 2027 (Maternity Cover). Ideally, the successful candidate will live in the Edinburgh area. A full driving licence & access to a car are essential for this role.
Closing 26 May 2026
Advertised from 1 May 2026

Role

Children and young people from Armed Forces families face unique experiences, and their voices are often unheard.

In this role, you will provide an opportunity for them to share their experiences and inform policy and practices in our work and influence those in the Ministry of Defence, Local Authorities, and the Scottish Government.

You will work directly with children and young people to facilitate a broad range of participatory and engagement opportunities.

Application notes

Submission deadline: May 26, 2026 5:00 pm

Interview: Wednesday 3 June, in-person in Edinburgh

Download the recruitment pack to find out more about the role and how to apply.

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