Capability Scotland

Our diverse Board of Trustees is looking for new members, and highly welcome applications from individuals with lived experience of disability, as well as those with expertise in social care, fundraising, marketing, education, or assistive technology.

This is an opportunity to provide vital governance and support to senior management while keeping the people we support at the heart of everything we do. This is a non-remunerated position with travel expenses covered, and the initial application deadline is noon on Friday 10th July 2026.

You can find the full role profile, apply digitally, or access a fillable paper form directly at www.capability.scot/boardrecruitment

Are you an experienced HR leader looking for a role where your expertise truly changes lives?

We are looking for a permanent, full-time Head of People to join our team in Edinburgh! In this vital leadership role, you will champion our inclusive culture, lead our brilliant HR and L&D teams, and drive our strategy toward an Investors in People Gold accreditation.

If you are a CIPD-qualified professional who is approachable, proactive, and passionate about supporting others to thrive, we want to hear from you. You will play a massive part in shaping an exceptional employee experience for our staff from Dundee to Dumfries.

Ready to lead with purpose? Click the link below to view the full details and apply today.

https://www.capability.scot/careers/capability-scotland-vacancies/1183-head-of-people

Still feeling inspired by the London Marathon?

Imagine crossing that iconic finish line knowing you've changed lives. We have two exclusive charity places available for the TSC London Marathon 2027, and we’re looking for incredible people to join our team!

By running for Capability Scotland you'll raise vital funds to empower disabled people across Scotland and receive full, dedicated fundraising support from day one.

Not only that but you'll smash a once-in-a-lifetime personal challenge and experience the electric atmosphere of the world's greatest marathon!

Don't wait - places are highly limited. Apply today and make every mile count: https://www.capability.scot/events/1231-london-marathon-2027

The latest edition of CS Matters is officially live!

In our Summer 2026 issue, we are celebrating the incredible milestones of our community, sharing the powerful stories of the people we support, and looking ahead to the future of inclusive care across Scotland.

These stories are only possible because of supporters like you.

Every day, our amazing teams work to ensure that disabled children and adults have the resources, care, and community they need to thrive. To keep this vital work moving forward, we need your support.

Read the digital edition today, meet the amazing individuals shaping our community, and please consider making a donation to help us empower more lives this summer.

Read & Support: https://www.capability.scot/news/1612-cs-matters-summer-2026

Join our team at Upper Springland!

We are looking for an Administrator to join our dedicated team in Perth. If you have excellent organisational skills and want to make a real difference in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

At Capability Scotland, we know that great support takes a whole team. We don't just offer careers where you are involved in hands-on care, we offer roles where your administrative expertise directly powers our mission to provide life-changing services. As an Administrator, you will be the heartbeat of our office, ensuring everything runs smoothly so our care teams can focus on what they do best.

Ready to take the next step in your career with us? View the full job description and apply today at https://www.capability.scot/careers/capability-scotland-vacancies/1595-administrator-upper-springland

Still buzzing from the Edinburgh Marathon Festival weekend?

Seeing the incredible energy, determination, and community spirit across Edinburgh last weekend has inspired us all. If you watched from the sidelines and thought, "I wish I could do that,"-this is your sign!

Entries for EMF 2027 are officially open, and we want YOU on our team.

Whether you want to take on the full marathon, smash a 10k, or gather friends for the team relay, you have a whole year to train, prepare, and make a massive difference. By running with Capability Scotland, you'll be helping us support disabled children and adults across Scotland to live full, independent lives.

Don't wait until next year to wish you started today. Secure your charity place now and let's do this together!

SIGN UP HERE: https://www.edinburghmarathon.com/

✨ £16,758 RAISED! ✨

We recently welcomed the amazing team from the Edinburgh Charity Fashion Show (ECFS) to our Edinburgh office, where they presented us with a phenomenal final fundraising total!

Achieving this incredible amount was no small feat. The ECFS team poured their hearts into months of hard work, from creative pop-up shops and community events to their spectacular flagship Fashion Show, and even lacing up their running shoes to tackle the Edinburgh Marathon Festival. 🏃‍♀️

But this partnership was about so much more than the numbers. Beyond the vital funds raised, the ECFS team did an incredible job of championing our mission, shining a spotlight on Capability Scotland, and raising immense awareness about the work we do as a charity.

The true heart of this collaboration was the time the ECFS team spent directly with our service users. It was a genuinely reciprocal partnership where both parties learned, grew, and gained so much from each other. Our community absolutely loved sharing their experiences, and everyone came away with new perspectives, deeper understanding, and wonderful memories. 🫶

While our official partnership has now drawn to a close, the impact of our time together will be felt for a very long time. A massive thank you to the entire ECFS committee, the runners, and everyone who supported their events. You have helped us spread our message and continue our vital work supporting disabled people across Scotland. 💙

“The best partnerships aren’t just about financial support, they’re about connection and community.” 🤝

The Edinburgh Marathon Festival took place over the weekend, and we are incredibly grateful to all of our participants and supporters who turned out for Capability Scotland.

While we appreciate everyone's efforts, we want to highlight one particular runner. Micaela took on the "Hairy"- an incredible challenge consisting of all four races across two days. She completed the 5k and 10k on Saturday, before conquering both the half marathon and the full marathon on Sunday 🤯

Micaela’s motivation is close to home; her brother is one of our service users at Upper Springland. She originally aimed to raise £10,000 to go towards Our Inclusive Community Project (OICP) and the hydrotherapy pool. We are thrilled to share that she has smashed that target. Micaela is currently sitting at just under £13,000, and that's without gift aid factored in yet!

From everyone at Capability Scotland and Upper Springland, we want to say a massive thank you to Micaela for her phenomenal effort and dedication.

If you would like to support her achievement, you can find her fundraising page here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/manymilesformatthew?utm_campaign=lc_frp_share_transaction_fundraiser_page_launched&utm_content=45da666d-4073-465d-9195-6ccbf353e068&utm_medium=email&utm_source=postoffice&utm_term=1767901522540