Business Support Assistant

Disability Information Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Community Development & Social Enterprise

Disability

Equality & Law

Health

Housing & Homelessness

International Development

Learning

Local

Local Infrastructure Organisation

Older People

Other

Social Care

Youth

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• 16 hours per week. Fixed-term until 31 March 2026 (extension subject to funding).

Role

About Disability Information Scotland

Disability Information Scotland is a national charity that provides accessible information and signposting to disabled people across Scotland, as well as to their families, carers, and professionals. We offer support through our helpline, online guides, the Scottish Disability Directory, social media, and training. Our mission is to help disabled people access their rights and overcome barriers in society.

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and organised Business Support Assistant to ensure our charity runs efficiently. You will handle a variety of administrative and financial tasks, including invoice processing (QuickBooks), providing phone support for our helpline, maintaining our CRM system (Charitylog), supporting report writing and funding research, and helping ensure smooth service delivery.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone with:

• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Confidence using IT systems including Microsoft Office and databases
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• An eye for detail and a flexible, problem-solving attitude
• Desirable skills include familiarity with the third sector, an interest in disability rights, and experience with accounting software or fundraising research.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to support meaningful work that improves lives across Scotland.

We actively welcome applications from disabled people and guarantee interviews to candidates who meet 60% of the essential criteria.

Application notes

Closing date: Friday 6 June 2025 at 12 noon

Interview date: Friday 13 June 2025 (anticipated)

Download and complete the application form and equal opportunities form. Email your completed forms to [e-mail]. We will not accept CVs & cover letters.

Disability information Scotland is registered charity no. SC030004

Business Support Assistant
Postcode: EH7 5QY

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Disability Information Scotland is a national charity that provides accessible information and signposting to disabled people across Scotland, as well as to their families, carers, and professionals. We offer support through our helpline, online guides, the Scottish Disability Directory, social media, and training. Our mission is to help disabled people access their rights and overcome barriers in society.

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Information Line Advisor to deliver high-quality support via our helpline (phone, email, webform, text). You’ll assess callers’ needs, provide tailored information and signposting, and contribute to the development of our public resources. You will also play a role in improving and expanding our information guides and directory, informed by real-world enquiries.

What We’re Looking For

You should have:

• Experience providing information or advice via telephone or email
• Excellent communication and listening skills, with empathy and professionalism
• Knowledge of issues affecting disabled people in Scotland
• Strong IT and research skills, with confidence using systems such as CRMs
• The ability to support vulnerable clients in a calm, respectful manner
• Desirable attributes include experience writing accessible public information, understanding social security and social care systems, and interest in disability policy.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to support meaningful work that improves lives across Scotland.

We actively welcome applications from disabled people and guarantee interviews to candidates who meet 60% of the essential criteria.

Disability Equality Scotland is looking for a part-time Easy Read Creator to convert information into Easy Read using plain language, supporting images, and clear layouts. You will work with a small team of experienced Easy Read Creators and be involved in creating internal and external documents.

As a membership organisation for disabled people and disability organisations, it is important we can communicate clearly to everyone and encourage others to do this too.

Disability Equality Scotland is committed to ensuring that all its information, products, and services are as accessible as possible to everyone.

For the full job description and person specification of this role, please download from the link below or contact us at Tel: [phone].

We are committed to being disability confident and an employer of choice regardless of race (which includes colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origins), sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, or pregnancy and maternity. We believe that having a workforce that reflects wider society is important. When recruiting, disabled candidates who meet 60% of the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. We make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment.

Are you looking for a rewarding role and to be part of a dynamic team? Then this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Autism Initiatives works positively alongside autistic people, their families, and carers to provide tailored services.

We are looking for a personable, confident team player to provide administrative support to the Recruitment Officer at our Head Office in Edinburgh. As a Recruitment Assistant, you will be key in recruiting and employing potential candidates.

The successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills (written and verbal), and good knowledge of all Microsoft applications.

Key duties will include:

• Liaise with potential applicants across Scotland about employment opportunities
• Assist the Recruitment Officer with advertising, application packs, offer letters, and pre-employment checks
• Manage and action the recruitment inbox daily
• Schedule interviews and provide relevant materials to managers, including setting up & clearing meeting rooms
• Assist with analyzing recruitment data to improve processes
• Maintain recruitment trackers
• Ensure candidate engagement throughout pre-employment checks
• Support recruitment queries and general administrative tasks
• Maintain confidential personal records in line with GDPR
• Liaise with HR, Payroll, and Marketing at the Liverpool office
• Your birthday off each year!
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Eligibility for Blue Light Card discounts

Looking for a rewarding role in a supportive sector? We have an exciting opportunity at Cornerstone as our Billing & Credit Control Assistant on a full-time, permanent basis. This role is ideal for recent graduates or those seeking a career in finance or the charity sector.

The Role

Supporting the sales ledger and credit control for our branches, your responsibilities include raising invoices, managing overdue accounts, maintaining financial records, liaising with colleagues, analyzing income accounts, and assisting with external audits.

Location

This role can be based in Glasgow, Dundee, or Aberdeen, or part of a hybrid working model. You should live within a reasonable commute of these locations. Travel to other branch locations may be required, with expenses reimbursed as per policy.

About You

Requirements include:

• Higher or equivalent education in Business, Finance, or related fields
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure
• Strong numeracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Prioritization skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

About Us

Established in 1980, Cornerstone is one of Scotland's largest charities, supporting over 2,000 individuals annually across 18 local authorities. Our focus is on social inclusion, reducing loneliness, and promoting health, independence, and wellbeing. We work closely with individuals and families to tailor support and help them achieve their goals.

Our strategic aims include becoming an expert provider for people with learning disabilities, being the best employer in social care in Scotland, and ensuring sustainability for future growth.