Advertised from 21 August 2026

Role

Are you ready for an exciting, rewarding and ambitious role? Would you like to work for a charity within the sporting sector? Were you inspired by the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games Para Athletes? If so, this is an exciting opportunity for you. You could play a critical role in supporting the next generation of Para athletes in Scotland. 

Scottish Disability Sport is recruiting a Communications Manager who will be an integral part of shaping disability sport provision in Scotland. 

We would like to thank all candidates who expressed an interest in this position during the previous recruitment period. To ensure a fair and efficient process, applicants who were considered during the earlier campaign are asked not to reapply, as their original application remains on record and has already been assessed.

The Communications Manager is a key role within SDS’s Staff Team and is responsible for implementing the SDS Communications Plan. 

Reporting to the Head of Policy and Public Affairs, the Communications Manager will lead and deliver targeted communications in a clear and engaging manner to enhance the visibility of aspects of SDS’s work. The post will influence partnerships to embed inclusive communications practice in policy and strategy at a local, regional and national level.

More information can be found in the job description and person specification document which can be downloaded below.

Application notes

To apply, please complete this online application form:

This application is also available in a Word document which you can download here: Communications Manager Application Form

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mark Gaffney, Head of Policy & Public Affairs, by telephoning 07966 388 967 or by emailing mark.gaffney@scottishdisabilitysport.com

·        SDS is an equal opportunities employer: we welcome applications from all members of the community.

·        We are a Disability Confident employer and invite candidates with lived experience and all backgrounds to apply.

·        If you would like the application form in any alternative format, please do let us know on 0131 317 1130.

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