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

Congregational Support Worker – Aberdeen North Parish Church

  • Part time
  • £29,535 – £33,389 pro-rata
  • On site: Aberdeen
  • Closing 13th March 2025

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 support the existing Ministry Team, Kirk Session and congregation in developing internal and external relationships to further the mission and vision of Aberdeen North and to provide practical support as Aberdeen North redevelops its facilities and resources to meet the needs of the church and community.

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Children and Families Worker – Perth Riverside Church

  • Part time
  • £29,535 – £33,389 pro-rata
  • On site: Presbytery of Perth
  • Closing 24th March 2025

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.

Perth Riverside Church are looking to develop their work amongst families in the congregation and in the wider community, some of whom face significant challenges. They see benefit to engaging with both church and unchurched families together, being both pastoral and missional at the same time. This role will encourage supportive relationship bridging the gap between church and community with a particular focus on children and families.

Alongside having significant experience in children, youth and families work, you will also have the ability to develop, run and evaluate a programme for children, youth and families, with missional activities. You will have the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with individuals of all ages and able to engage with people who have little or no church connection.

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Ministry Assistant for the West Mainland (Charge 1)

  • Part time
  • £29,535 – £33,389 pro-rata
  • On site: Orkney Islands
  • Closing 31st March 2025

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 a Ministry Assistant who will concentrate on the first Mark of Mission to proclaim the Good News of the Kingdom, with the postholder largely focusing on Sunday work.

The successful candidate will have significant recent experience in leading worship and preaching with a good knowledge and understanding of congregational life of the Church of Scotland or be willing to learn. The candidate must be a committed Christian with an active Church connection (Genuine Occupational Requirement in terms of the Equality Act 2010) and have a relevant qualification in theology/pastoral care/counselling or similar, or significant, relevant and recent work experience in the area.

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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Finance Officer

  • Full time
  • £40,000
  • On site: Presbytery of Perth which covers Angus, Dundee, Perth and Kinross, Stirlingshire
  • Closing 31st March 2025

The Presbytery of Perth was formed on January 1st 2023 and there are 115 Charges. It is a large Presbytery, taking in three cities, large towns and rural areas.

Main purpose of role:

Oversee the financial affairs of the Presbytery, ensuring compliance with good practice and statutory requirements, to fulfil the role of Presbytery Treasurer and to train local congregational treasurers and book keepers to fulfil all of their financial obligations.

Full job description can be downloaded below.

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Parish Assistant

  • Full time
  • £29,535 – £33,389
  • On site: Aberdeen South Parish, Presbytery of the North East and Northern Isles
  • Closing 31st March 2025

We are seeking an MDS Parish Assistant to join our ministry team, providing worship and pastoral care alongside the Parish Minister, with an additional focus on pioneering new forms of worship or fresh expressions of Church in Cove, Charleston, Torry and Kincorth. We are looking for someone who will bring enthusiasm and energy to the role.

A recruitment pack is available here.

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