Board Trustees and Chair at Soundplay Projects SCIO

Contract: Volunteering
Salary: 0
Location: All Scotland
Closing date: 31/01/2026

About the Role

Soundplay Projects creates playful, creative and accessible experiences for children and young people through sound, music and technology. As we grow, we’re inviting new trustees to join our Board and help shape a future rooted in creativity, care and inclusion.

We’re looking for people who believe in shared leadership, thoughtful governance and the power of play. You don’t need previous trustee experience for all roles, just curiosity, care and a commitment to our mission.

Trustee Roles

Board Chair

• Supporting the collective leadership of the Board, helping trustees work well together and ensuring Soundplay remains well-governed, strategic and values-led.

Treasurer / Finance Lead

• Providing oversight and guidance on Soundplay’s financial health, sustainability and long-term planning, helping the Board understand and steward resources confidently.

HR & Safeguarding Trustee

• Supporting strong people practices and safeguarding, ensuring Soundplay is a safe, fair and nurturing environment for staff, volunteers and young people.

Fundraising & Partnerships Trustee

• Helping develop sustainable income through relationships, fundraising strategy and philanthropic support.

Marketing & Communications Trustee

• Strengthening Soundplay’s voice, visibility and reach through thoughtful, inclusive and engaging communications.

Digital & Technology Trustee

• Providing insight and oversight around digital systems, safety, infrastructure and innovation.

Trustee – Lived Experience / Community Voice

• Bringing lived experience to the Board to ensure Soundplay’s decision-making remains grounded, accessible and representative of the communities we serve.

What it means to be a Soundplay Trustee

As a trustee, you will help guide Soundplay’s direction, support strategic thinking and contribute to a culture of care, creativity and collaboration. You will work alongside other trustees and the staff team to ensure the organisation remains ethical, sustainable and responsive to the people it serves.

We are particularly keen to hear from people who bring diverse perspectives, lived experience and voices underrepresented in governance spaces.

Support & Access

We are committed to making this experience welcoming and accessible. Support includes:

• Full induction and governance training
• Buddy trustee support
• Hybrid and accessible meeting options
• Expenses covered

How to Apply

For full recruitment packs and role descriptions, please email hello@soundplayprojects.com

Or see the attached website below to download the descriptions.

If you’d like an informal conversation with the team before applying, please feel free to get in touch, we’d love to chat.

To apply, please send a short note of interest or a 2–3 minute video sharing your motivation for joining the Board and what you feel you could bring to Soundplay.

DEBT ADVICE Admin Assistant

Role title:  Debt Advice Admin Assistant

Hours: Min of 3 hours per week

Location: Can be remote or in office

Principal purpose:The role is to support the Connect Centre Coordinator with administrative tasks.

Reporting to: Debt Advice Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Record client details once a referral is received
• Make initial contact with clients over the phone to assess
• Contact the Money Mentors with client details
• Contact the Money Mentors, passing on information they might find useful
• Refer clients to any other sources of help or support which KingsGate has identified
• Operate within the code of practice, policies and procedures of the service
• Undertake appropriate training
• Attend Money Mentor gatherings

Personal qualities and skills

• Empathetic, non-judgmental and a good listener
• Able to relate to a wide range of people
• Willing to learn new skills
• Understand the importance of confidentiality
• Be honest and act with integrity
• A good level of numeracy and literacy
• Appreciate the importance of working within policies and procedures
• Able to stay objective and avoid becoming personally involved

If you would like to discuss this role you can email david.kennedy@kingsgate.church

If you are interested in applying for this volunteer role please complete the application form and email to hradministrator@kingsgate.church

£26,037 per annum, pro rata PART TIME (15.5hrs), PERMANENT

Sherman Theatre wishes to appoint a Community Associate, to support the administration and co-ordination of our Creative Engagement activity. This role is supported by the Moondance Foundation and will work closely with colleagues in the Creative Engagement Department and wider Sherman team to ensure the delivery of a broad range of participatory and audience development initiatives.

The post is offered as a part time (15.5 hr), permanent position. An online information Zoom session will run on Monday 19 January 2026 at noon. Please email recruitment if you would like to attend. A recording will be available after the event, which will talk about the role and the current work of the Creative Engagement department in more detail. There will also be an opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

Closing date: 10am on Tuesday 27 January 2026

Interviews:    Monday 2 February 2026 and Tuesday 3 February 2026

If you require further information before you apply, please contact us by emailing recruitment@shermantheatre.co.uk.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive space that belongs to the people of South Wales. We particularly welcome applications from communities and individuals who are currently under represented in our team. We are a member of the Disability Confident scheme and our building is accessible both Front of House and backstage.

For Welsh or English application packs, please visit www.shermantheatre.co.uk/about-us/jobs.

Sherman Theatre is funded by Arts Council of Wales. We are committed to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and a Registered Charity.
 

Salary: £27,278 per annum

The role

Oriel College is looking to recruit a Kitchen Porter to assist in the running of the College kitchen. Duties will include ensuring cleanliness, assisting with deliveries and assisting in the servery area during meal service.

The full job description and information about benefits can be found below.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete an online Application Form and an Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form (optional) and attach your current CV and supporting statement.

Closing date: The post will remain open until the vacancy is filled.

The College exists to promote excellence in education and research and is actively committed to the principle of equality of opportunity for all suitably qualified candidates.

The Role

Clare College has a very successful Hospitality Department and is looking for a Kitchen Porter to join the team. The role is to operate the dishwashing machine and carry out general cleaning duties of the pot wash area and kitchen. In addition to supporting the Head Chef and Catering Manager in helping to achieve the highest standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the College kitchens.

This is a wonderful opportunity to work for the second oldest of the 31 Colleges in the University of Cambridge. Regarded as one of the most progressive and informal, Clare is renowned as a College that achieves academically at the highest levels, whilst also being welcoming, forward-thinking, and inclusive.

Located in the heart of Cambridge city center, the College is extraordinarily beautiful and famed for its gardens on “the Backs” (the famous backs of the Colleges that overlook the River Cam). Our gardens are widely renowned as some of the best in Cambridge and are valued by all members of the College, as well as our guests. Clare’s Old Court, a Grade I listed building, is the center of the College and is unique among the ancient Cambridge Colleges in having maintained its architectural integrity over the course of its history.

Salary and Benefits

The annual salary will be up to £26,402 (depending on experience). In addition to the basic salary the post holder would be eligible for a bonus every year, meals on duty and will have access to various other benefits, details of which are below. We also offer membership of a defined pension contribution scheme, a Healthcare cash plan and parking subject to availability.

The Application Process

The Job Description and Person Specification is below.

All applicants must complete the application and equal opportunities form and email these to the HR team at hr@clare.cam.ac.uk  The contents of the Equal Opportunities Form will not be disclosed to the selection or interview panels.  

The closing date is 10 February 2026 with interviews being held shortly afterwards.

Emergency Supply Chain Specialist

40,934.00 GBP annually

Location ShelterBox Trust or Remote (UK only) Falcon house Charles Street Truro TR1 2PH United Kingdom

This job ends on 25 January 2026

Whichever job you take on at ShelterBox, you will be working towards a world where no family goes without shelter after disaster. 

Our team are the foundations of ShelterBox. They create a framework in which we are able to transform lives.

You would be joining ShelterBox at an exciting time of growth, helping us to continue to maximise both our reach and the impact of our work. Our team is full of positive, people focused individuals with a real passion for our cause. 

Do you have the skills, personality and ambition to help us write our next chapter?

Grade: 3 - Specialist

Hours: 37.5 hours per week with occasional evening/weekend working. Flexible hours considered.

Position type: Fixed-term 12-month contract

Responsible to: Senior Emergency Supply Chain Specialist and Programmes Supply Chain Manager

Direct reports: None

Location: Truro, Cornwall or remote working (UK only)  (with regular travel to Truro)

Travel: Work away from home, this may be UK or overseas. Travel can include deploying to

support rapid emergency responses, possibly up to or around 12 weeks depending on

context, in-country programmes, business trips and attending/delivering training. You may

be required to work away from home up to 50% of your time in any calendar year.

ROLE PURPOSE:

This Emergency Supply Chain Specialist will be a global core member of the Supply Chain Team, within the International Programmes Directorate and will report to the Senior Emergency Supply Chain Specialist. This key stakeholder role will work closely within the Emergency Response Team, which is responsible for assessing and responding to rapidly developing humanitarian crises.

This role will lead and contribute to the Supply Chain activities of ShelterBox’s humanitarian responses at country level and remotely, depending on context and scale

In collaboration with the programme team, the wider supply chain stakeholder group and partner organisations, the Emergency Supply Chain Specialist will design and implement the supply chain strategy for ShelterBox emergency responses, following a sudden onset disaster.

This will include but is not limited to coordination of international, regional and local transportation, procuring stock and services, inventory management including release and distribution of stock, partner selection and due diligence, last mile logistics and overall ensuring end to end delivery.

Outside of rapid onset emergencies, the position requires the individual to support and lead on additional project supply chain activities, be active in preparedness and planning, provide tactical and strategic inputs in support of ShelterBox’s growth ambition, and promote capacity strengthening and partner development.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

It is expected that the Emergency Supply Chain Specialist will have significant emergency response experience in humanitarian supply chain, at international, regional and country level. The Emergency Supply Chain Specialist is an enthusiastic team member and a creative problem-solver with a keen eye for detail. They see opportunities in challenges and have outstanding interpersonal skills. This role would be ideally suited to someone with HQ, humanitarian and country facing experience, but who is looking for emergency deployments balanced by providing remote support to responses. We therefore look forward to welcoming candidates who remain flexible and open to change.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

· Lead and coordinate the design of the supply chain to assigned disasters including assessing and selecting supply options/routes, researching tax free importation procedures, developing last-mile logistics, operational services and local procurement, partner-led procurement and cash modalities to ensure high quality, timely responses.

· Responsible for tendering emergency international freight requests ensuring best value, service and accountability.

· Overseeing shipping of aid items by air, sea, road or rail and arranging the preparation and provision of relevant shipping documentation.

· Deploy to responses, dependi...

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ONE TO ONE LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
SPECIALISING IN AUTISM (TEMPORARY POSITION)

Term Time
 Monday to Friday 9.00am-12.00pm

Dear Prospective Applicant,

We are looking for a suitably qualified One to One Learning Support Assistant Specializing in Autism
to work with a child in Year 1 who has Autism and Developmental Coordination Disorder.

This rewarding role involves providing dedicated support to an individual pupil, helping them to thrive
both academically and socially within our school community.

The successful candidate will be patient, empathetic and highly supportive, with the ability to build
positive relationships and adapt to the pupil’s individual needs. You will work closely with teaching
staff to deliver personalised learning, encourage independence and contribute to the overall wellbeing
of the child.

Amesbury  is  a  vibrant  co-educational  preparatory  school  set  in  the  beautiful  countryside  near
Hindhead, Surrey. We cater for approximately 330 children aged from 9 months to 13 years. Our ethos
is built on excellence, inclusivity and a strong sense of community, with staff embracing a ‘work hard,
play hard’ approach.

If you are  caring, committed and passionate  about  helping children achieve  their full potential, we
warmly invite you to apply.

Application forms can be found at Careers – Amesbury School.
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School Aims

Our primary aim at Amesbury Prep School is to ensure that every child enjoys a fulfilling and enriching
educational journey. We strive to create an environment where each student feels valued, supported
and empowered to reach their full potential. Specifically, our goals include:

1.  Equipping  every  child  with  the  skills,  aptitudes  and  resilience  necessary  for  success  in  senior

school and beyond.

2.  Cultivating a caring community that promotes commitment, courtesy, cooperation, tolerance and

compassion.

3.  Fostering strong partnerships between home and school to enhance the educational experience.
4.  Setting a high standard of achievement and innovation, while nurturing personal development

among staff.

5.  Fulfilling our social and environmental responsibilities to society.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Amesbury as a One to One Learning Support Assistant
Specializing in Autism. The successful candidate will provide dedicated support to an individual pupil,
helping them to access learning, develop confidence, and make excellent progress both academically
and socially. This role requires patience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work
collaboratively with teaching staff in a busy and supportive school environment.

Job Specification

•  Have the  self-confidence, style, and communication skills to represent the  school effectively to

both parents and staff.

•  Supporting the child in the classroom for all Literacy and Numeracy lessons and to provide

appropriate language support, which will be planned by the class teacher at the pupil’s current
level

•  Support the child with therapy targets throughout the school week
•  Support the child with occupational therapy targets set by the occupational therapist throughout

the school week (if advised)

•  To attend termly review meetings with parents, along with private therapists
•  To be a good communicator and work with the child’s class teacher, the Head of Key Stage one

and the Head of SEND

•  To keep the child’s parents informed each week, regarding the child’s academic and pastoral

support

•  To support the class teacher by preparing appropriate resources to be used with the child during

lessons

•  To  have  a  strong  commitment  to  safeguarding  the  pupil  (and  others),  and  work  with  the

school’s values and ethos in mind

•  To be accommodating and flexible in a changing environment, and to attend school trips

with the child

•  To comply with all Health and Safety Policies.

Qualifications

To be able to provide Literacy and Numeracy Support

Level 3 Helen Arkell preferred but not essential

Experience with Speech and Language therapy and Occupational Therapy Support is essential

Experience with supporting children with Autism

Safeguarding Commitment
Amesbury Prep School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and will be subject to enhanced
DBS checks.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role further, please don’t hesitate to get in touch
recruitment@amesburyschool.co.uk

Maintenance Technician

Operational

Full-time, permanent

£26,707 to £30,378, plus £1,730 Oxford weighting

35 hours per week, worked over five days out of seven

Deadline: Tuesday 03 February 2026

We’re looking for a practical and reliable Maintenance Technician to join our friendly Maintenance team at St Antony’s College. This is a full-time role (35 hours per week, worked over five days out of seven) with a salary of £26,707 to £30,378 gross per year, plus an annual Oxford weighting allowance of £1,730.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you’ll play a key role in keeping the College’s buildings and facilities safe, well maintained and welcoming for students, staff and Fellows.

About the role

As our Maintenance Technician, you’ll carry out a wide range of general maintenance tasks across the College estate. You will work independently on some jobs and alongside colleagues or external contractors on others. The role is varied and hands-on, covering internal and external maintenance, minor repairs and routine inspections.

Your work will include:

• Carrying out general maintenance, repairs and renewals across College buildings
• Internal and external decorating, including painting, plastering, minor glazing, carpentry and joinery
• Basic plumbing tasks, such as unblocking WCs and repairing or replacing taps
• Minor groundworks and preparing sites for adverse weather
• Cleaning gutters, drains and gullies
• Responding to maintenance requests logged through the College’s online reporting tool
• Investigating, diagnosing and repairing faults, and escalating issues where needed
• Updating maintenance requests with progress and completion details
• Supporting colleagues and contractors with diagnostic and remedial work
• Following maintenance schedules to complete routine tasks on time
• Carrying out routine inspections of plant rooms, boiler rooms and equipment
• Maintaining tools and equipment safely and helping keep stock records up to date
• Assisting with ordering supplies and materials
• Supporting statutory testing programmes and reporting equipment failures
• Working safely at height, in confined spaces and outdoors throughout the year

You’ll be expected to follow all safe working practices and statutory requirements, and to carry out any additional duties reasonably required by the Maintenance Manager or Head of Operations and Estates.

What we’re looking for

Essential

• Previous experience in a similar maintenance role
• Experience working successfully within a small team
• Experience liaising with external contractors
• Working knowledge of health and safety practices, including COSHH, manual handling and working at height
• Awareness of relevant statutory requirements (for example gas and electrical ACOPs)
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise work effectively
• Good IT skills, including confidence using an online maintenance reporting system
• Clear communication skills, resilience and a customer-focused approach
• A flexible and adaptable attitude
• Sympathy with the values and ethos of a small, collegiate institution

Desirable

• Previous experience in a mechanical role
• An interest in sustainable maintenance solutions and practices

Please read the attached job description (including person specification) for more information.

About St Antony’s College

St Antony’s is a vibrant, international graduate-only college. Founded in 1950, we are proudly modern and inclusive – with a diverse, global community drawn from more than 70 countries and representing many disciplines. We value curiosity, respect and collaboration, and every member of staff plays an important role in supporting the student experience.

Our College estate blends historic and modern buildings, including facilities used for research, teaching, accommodation and community life. The Maintenance team plays an essential role in keeping this environment safe, comfortable and well cared-for – as a Maintenance Technician at St Antony’s, your work will help to maintain this historic and evolving College estate.

We offer excellent employee benefits, including:

• 41 days annual leave inc...