The Church of Scotland
The Church of Scotland

Charity registered in Scotland SC011353

The Church of Scotland seeks to inspire the people of Scotland and beyond with the Good News of Jesus Christ through enthusiastic worshipping, witnessing, nurturing and serving communities.

Current vacancies

Children and Youth Outreach Worker, Aberdeen Hillside

  • Part time
  • £30,274 – £34,224 pro-rata
  • On site: Aberdeen
  • Closing 6th October 2026

Could you be part of something different? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to use their gifts, skills and experience to make a difference to the lives of the people in our parishes and communities.

As a member of the Ministry team, this role will work to develop and lead the children’s and youth ministry within Aberdeen Hillside Parish Church actively supporting efforts in internal and external church communications.

You will have experience in children and youth ministry as well as experience of initiating, running and evaluating activities and events for children and youth. With highly developed interpersonal skills, you will also have the ability to engage with a wide range of people and ages across the community.

The successful candidate will be a committed Christian with an active Church connection (Genuine Occupational Requirement in terms of the Equality Act 2010).

It is essential you have the right to work in the UK before applying to work with us. You will be asked to provide proof of your eligibility to work and remain in the UK if you are invited to attend for an interview.

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Children, Youth and Families Worker – Culloden & Ardersier Parish Church

  • Full time or Part time
  • £30,274 – £34,224
  • On site: Presbytery of Clèir Eilean Ì Highlands and Hebrides
  • Closing 1st October 2026

Could you be part of something different? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to use their gifts, skills and experience to make a difference to the lives of the people in our parishes and communities.

This is an exciting opportunity to work across our parish to grow and develop existing and new initiatives. Key areas of focus are children, families and youth work and community engagement.

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Chaplain, the Lodging House Mission

  • Full time
  • £30,274 – £34,224
  • On site: Presbytery of Glasgow
  • Closing 5th October 2026

Could you be part of something different? We have a rewarding opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to use their gifts, skills and experience to make a difference at the Lodging House Mission (LHM360).

The post of Chaplain allows the Church to be actively and visibly involved in the life of LHM360 in a way that is real, relational and consistent.

As a day centre supporting people experiencing homelessness, addiction, mental health challenges and deep social exclusion, the postholder will journey with people who use the service as well as staff and volunteers, offering pastoral care, spiritual conversation and prayer when invited. Alongside this you would strengthen meaningful connections between LHM306 and local churches and faith communities.

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