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Short Breaks Fund Grants Officer (Creative Breaks) - Shared Care Scotland
Created: 02/07/2025
Are you passionate about grants funding? Do you want to be part of an enthusiastic and dedicated team that supports the short breaks needs of unpaid carers in Scotland?
Shared Care Scotland (SCS) is an innovative national charity, based in Dunfermline, working to support Scotland’s unpaid carers to access short breaks and respite.
They are looking for an enthusiastic Grants Officer to join the Shared Care Scotland team. The post holder will be responsible for supporting the delivery of their Creative Breaks programme, which they administer on behalf of the Scottish Government as part of the Short Breaks Fund.
The successful applicant will have a proven track record of strong administration skills and attention to detail. They will share and uphold SCS values and enjoy working as part of a team. An understanding of the needs of unpaid carers and the importance of short breaks is desirable, as is experience of working with a broad range of stakeholders.
In return, SCS offer a supportive team environment with excellent terms and conditions. Staff benefits include a pension scheme with 15.5% employer contribution; employee health plan; flexitime; and flexible working and opportunities for professional development.
How to apply
They’re happy to have an initial informal chat with anyone who wants to find out more about the scope of the role, the team environment and opportunities within Shared Care Scotland. Please contact Christopher Hooper, Head of Operations, by e-mail: [email protected]
Click here for full application details on the Shared Care Scotland website.
Interviews will be held at their office in Dunfermline on Wednesday 30 and Thursday 31 July 2025, in person. They may be able to offer flexibility for candidates unable to attend on those dates.