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

Parish Assistant/Deacon

  • Part time
  • £30,274 – £36,200 pro-rata
  • On site: Baillieston
  • Closing 18th August 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.

We are looking for someone to work alongside the Parish Minister, in developing and delivering a

range of pastoral services which aim to support individuals and families, and increase participation

in community and congregational life.

This post is also suitable for that of Parish Deacon (please see additional information under Main Duties, Person Specification and Terms and Conditions for candidates wishing to apply for this post as a Deacon).

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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Pastoral Assistant / Deacon – United Irvine, Presbytery of South West

  • Part time
  • £30,274 – £34,224 pro-rata
  • On site: Irvine
  • Closing 17th August 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.

We are looking for someone to assist the parish ministry team in Irvine by personally providing and multiplying a range of pastoral care for people in church and community by identifying, training, and supporting pastoral carers and nurture of caring ministries.

This post is also suitable for that of parish deacon (please see additional information under Main Duties, Person Specification and Terms and Conditions for candidates wishing to apply for this post as a deacon).

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.

Shortlist

Business Support Officer, General Trustees

  • Full time
  • £30,502 – £33,646
  • Hybrid: Edinburgh
  • Closing 24th August 2026

We are looking for an experienced administrator to join the Business Support team of the General Trustees, the property-owning arm of the Church of Scotland, to provide administrative support to the Board of the General Trustees and their Committees. To work collaboratively with colleagues as part of the Business Support Department under the oversight of the Head of Business Support.

The successful candidate will have excellent administrative and organisational skills with highly developed IT skills. Providing excellent customer service, you should be able to easily work under pressure and be able to adapt to changing priorities within the department.

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