SDS Newsletter - 18 June

News

Make Work Pay: employment rights for unpaid carers and parents of seriously ill children - We are seeking views on the employment rights that are available to people with unpaid caring responsibilities and parents who have a seriously ill child.
To have your say -https://ditresearch.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3rwllMYn7jI2Tlk
 

Police Scotland are looking to hear from people living in our communities and would appreciate it if you could take the time to complete the survey.The survey is a platform for you to tell us your views and experience of your police service.  Let us know what we’re getting right and what we can do better. The survey is completely anonymous. It takes 10 minutes to complete, and your feedback helps us act on concerns and ensure our service fits your community’s needs.You can access the survey using this link Your Police - Police Scotland

Living Wage Scotland are looking to hear from people working in social care in Scotland, as part of a project looking at improving job quality and promoting fair work in the sector. Please fill in our 10 minute anonymous survey to strengthen our call for change:  Fair Work in Social Care: Workers Survey – Fill in form

Training and Events

Partners in Policymaking
Applications to In Control Scotland’s Free Partners in Policymaking Programme close on 26 June 2026.

Helping to support the next generation of Changemakers in Scotland this is a leadership programme for disabled adults and parents of disabled children.

To apply or find out more information - https://www.in-controlscotland.org/partnersinpolicymakinginformation
or contact karen.p@in-controlscotland.org.uk

Vacancies

Personal Care Assistant roles - https://myjobscotland.gov.uk/personal-assistant-jobs?keywords=personal%20care%20assistant%20
 
Personal Support Assistant roles - https://myjobscotland.gov.uk/personal-assistant-jobs?keywords=personal%20support%20assistant%20
 
If you or anyone you know are interested/need more info - please email us with the reference code finance@engagerenfrewshire.com To join our PA Facebook recruitment page click here

Local Community Groups

Every newsletter we will highlight different local groups that may be of interest to you!

Brick Lane Music Academy CIC - Offering music education to local communities!????
 
PACHEDU - To provide a voice and promote equality of opportunities for diverse minority communities and other. 
 
Milldale Day Opportunities - helping adults with a moderate to severe learning disability, including autism, who need a structured day service. 
 

Useful Information

Carers Scotland is supporting #LonelinessAwarenessWeek (15–21 June). Feeling lonely is a common experience among carers. We can help you connect with others who can understand your situation. Become a member and find out more: https://tinyurl.com/2w8jj83p
 

St Mirren FC Charitable Foundation - ASN Football for Adults - https://smfcfoundation.co.uk/Our%20Programmes/asn-football/