Aberdeenshire North Citizens Advice Bureau SCIO

23/06/2026

22/06/2026

Ideal opportunity for an internship

22/06/2026

Are you interested in being a
CAB Trustee?

Aberdeenshire North Citizens Advice Bureau are currently looking to recruit new members to the Board of Trustees.
As a member of the Board of Trustees you will be responsible for the strategic development of the Bureau.
Each CAB is a separate registered Charity and for your local bureau to be effective a wide range of experience is required.
We are currently looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about helping their community, even if they don’t feel they have specific professional skills.
What does a Trustee do?
• Attend regularly board meetings (approximately 6 each year)
• Work as part of a team and take an active part in the discussions at the meetings
• Take an interest in the work of the bureau and be committed to the Aims and Principles of the service
• Help set policies, local objectives and bureau projects
• Provide enthusiastic support for bureau management, volunteers and staff locally
• You might have a specific skill you can bring to the board e.g. financial management
• Where possible, support the Bureau by giving some of your time to attend local events to help promote the service

Does this sound like you?
If this sounds like something you would be interested in and can commit to, please contact the following,
[email protected] or call inn to one of our offices in Turriff or Peterhead, leave your name and contact details with a member of staff and a member of the board will be in touch.

09/06/2026

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team.
please see the job description below and contact me on [email protected] for further details and an application pack.

Money Advice Plus Adviser
Job Title: Money Talks Plus Adviser
Hours: 21 hours per week
Fixed Term Contract: 31 March 2028
Salary: £14054 (pro rata) 5% employer pension
Closing date: 19th June 12 noon
Interviews 26th June 2026

Job Description
Summary of role
The Money Talks Plus Adviser, will play a key role in the delivery of an independent, free, impartial and confidential advice, information and advocacy service, to Association standards, to assist vulnerable families and people, living in North Aberdeenshire, to deal with poverty related issues affecting their lives. This project aims to improve access to and the efficiency of financial health checks for vulnerable families and older people, providing holistic financial inclusion and income maximisation advice in order to improve their financial circumstances.
Main responsibilities

The Money Talks Plus Adviser aims to provide the most effective service to suit the needs of the client.

• Assist in all Bureau enquiries
• Undertake diagnostic interviews with clients by phone, face to face or video call to assess whether individuals are eligible to apply for benefits or to access other income maximisation support.
• Help with resolution of straightforward enquiries
• Signpost clients who can do more to self-help
• Refer to Session Supervisor for help with emergencies
• Provide information and advice on all aspects of Social Security Benefits.
• Carry out benefit checks
• To provide assistance with the completion of benefits forms
• Refer to Session superviser for support with more complex issues
• Make referral to internal Benefits/Money Advice Teams or another appropriate agency
• Maintaining case records including detailed statistics
• Maintaining expertise in relevant legislation e.g. welfare rights and benefits
• Ensure that financial gains are recorded appropriately.
• Providing information for project reports
• Attending team and staff meetings as required
• To work within the aims and the values of the CAB service.

• Personal Qualities:
• Excellent organisational and personal management skills
• Good financial background/financial acumen
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to change and adapt the role
• Ability to recognise and give social and factual evidence for role development
• Ability to work to deadlines

09/06/2026

Sight loss, Hearing Loss & Deafness

Information day
Friday 19th June 10am-4pm,
Gateway Centre, 1 Victoria Terrace, Turriff AB53 4EE

on:
• Various sensory services in Aberdeenshire will have stalls to discuss their services;
• North East Sensory Service – for help with making the most of your mobile phone, ipad or other technology;
• hearing aid support;
• Contact Scotland BSL interpreting service about how to use their service;
• Citizens Advice Bureau for support/advice about accessing benefits, managing bills etc;
• Aberdeenshire Library service.
BSL interpreter will be present. Personal Induction loop available. Difficulty getting to the event, contact us re travel options, 01467 536 700

05/06/2026

Volunteer week: 1st-7th June

Volunteering doesn’t mean you have to tick every box. We’ll work with your strengths, interests, and comfort levels, while helping you build your knowledge and confidence along the way.

Get in touch to find out more about our volunteering opportunities!

03/06/2026

Volunteer week 1st-7th June 2026

02/06/2026

Volunteer week 🎉

Have you ever considered volunteering but unsure of the requirements and commitments? Pop us a message or give us a call to find out more!

Our training program is very engaging and effective as well as hands-on support from our team of advisors!