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: Presbytery of North East and Northern Isles
  • Closing 6th March 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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Presbytery Administrator, Edinburgh and West Lothian Presbytery

  • Part time
  • £30,274 pro-rata
  • On site: Edinburgh
  • Closing 9th March 2026

The Presbytery of Edinburgh and West Lothian is situated in East Central Scotland and covers an area of 574 sq km (222 square miles) and has a population of 726,100; the population of Edinburgh, the main city in the Presbytery, is forecast to double within the next three decades. There are currently 62 congregations; the Presbytery Mission Plan sees a further reduction to 46 over the next five years.

The Presbytery was formed in January 2022 when the former Presbyteries of Edinburgh and West Lothian came together as part of the reform programme established by the General Assembly. It has a number of mission contexts ranging from the well-known streets of the centre of Edinburgh to the thriving light industry and rural farmlands of western West Lothian, from a busy tourist city to areas of multiple deprivation, from apparent wealth to all too evident poverty.

This role offers the opportunity to use your skills to support Presbytery, playing a key role in ensuring that its administrative business is conducted smoothly and efficiently and, working with colleagues and Presbytery members, that the information and support needs of committees and congregations are met. The postholder will work closely with the Presbytery Clerk and the Depute Clerk, ensuring that meetings are arranged, that papers are prepared, that minutes are produced and that all actions are recorded and followed up timeously. The postholder will also provide senior secretarial and administrative support to the Clerks and to appropriate Committee Conveners. Flexibility, creativity and a willingness to share and experiment will all be vital. High-level administrative experience and good IT skills are essential, as are excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Some evening working will be required. Flexible patterns of work may be available but there is a basic requirement to work Monday - Friday.

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Parish Assistant – Kilmore, Oban and Tiree Parish Church

  • Full time
  • £30,274 – £34,224
  • On site: Oban with occasional travel to Tiree as required
  • Closing 6th March 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 a range of pastoral, congregational and community-related activities. 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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Business Support Assistant, General Trustees

  • Full time
  • £26,034 – £28,682
  • Hybrid: Edinburgh
  • Closing 10th March 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, working to across the Business Support function. You will provide administrative support to the Trustees and Staff of the General Trustees and work collaboratively with colleagues as part of the wider administration team 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.

Vacancy Ref. 07/26

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Bertha Park Mission Development Leader

  • Full time
  • £30,274 – £34,224
  • On site: Presbytery of Perth
  • Closing 23rd March 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 lead the planning and implementation of Perth Presbytery’s vision to develop Christian witness and ministry to the developing Bertha Park community.

Bertha Park is a new housing development with an emerging community on the edge of Perth where you would work within an evolving physical place, community and worshipping centre.

Bringing your experience in effective mission or outreach alongside your visionary and innovative outlook you will work in partnership to continue to develop and grow a new worshipping community through identifying the needs and requirements of those locally.

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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Parish Assistant/Deacon

  • Full time
  • £30,274 – £34,224
  • On site: Kirkcaldy
  • Closing 16th March 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 to the lives of the people in our parishes and communities.

Working collaboratively with the Minister you will deliver pastoral, congregational and community related activities to support the mission and work across the large parish.

This will be done through building strong relationships in and outside the church with people of all ages, building bridges into the community, offering pastoral care and inspiring and supporting opportunities for exploring Christian faith.

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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Family and Community Worker

  • Part time
  • £30,274 – £34,224 pro-rata
  • On site: Dumbarton
  • Closing 6th March 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.

The Family and Community Worker will support the worship, mission, and pastoral life of Dumbarton Parish Church by working relationally with families, young adults, and the wider community. The role is rooted in presence, listening, and accompaniment, recognising that faith often grows through relationship rather than programme alone.

Working collaboratively with the Minister, volunteers, and community partners, the post holder will help the church be a visible, welcoming, and engaged presence, both within the congregation and beyond its walls.

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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Parish Assistant

  • Part time
  • £30,274 – £34,224 pro-rata
  • On site: Glasgow
  • Closing 8th April 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 to the lives of the people in our parishes and communities.

You will assist the Minister and Kirk Sessions in leading worship and developing and delivering a range of pastoral services which aim to support individuals and families and increase participation in community and congregational life.

Bringing your experience and skills in pastoral care and worship you will be able to use your interpersonal skills and open approach to build relationships with the church family and community.

It is essential you have theright to work in the UKbefore 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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Schools and Family Worker - Barony Campus, Cumnock

  • Full time
  • £30,274 – £34,224
  • On site: Presbytery of the South West
  • Closing 23rd March 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 role is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and committed youth worker to engage with children and young people within a school and church setting, providing spiritual, emotional, and social support. The successful candidate will play a key role in discipleship, community-building, and outreach, helping young people explore and develop their faith within the context of the Church of Scotland.

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 UKbefore 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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Training Development Worker – Faith Action

  • Full time
  • £35,963 – £39,714
  • Hybrid: Edinburgh
  • Closing 16th March 2026

The Church of Scotland is seeking a creative and visionary Training Development Worker to help inspire and equip people across our Church for deeper discipleship, mission, and lifelong learning. This is a role for someone who believes in the transformative power of Christian formation and wants to help congregations, leaders, and communities grow in confidence, faith, and impact.

In this role, you will shape the learning resources that help people discover their calling, strengthen their faith, and serve with imagination and courage. You will contribute to the design and development of engaging materials—written, visual and digital—that support discipleship and leadership across congregations and presbyteries. You will bring ideas to life through film, scripts, guides and creative digital content, helping ensure that learning is accessible to people wherever they are.

Working collaboratively across the Faith Action Programme, you will contribute to the growth of Church of Scotland Learning on our Circle platform by refreshing existing materials, analysing engagement, and helping to maintain and enhance our Ascend website.

You will bring a strong understanding of mission and discipleship, experience in developing learning materials, and an ability to communicate across a wide range of audiences and theological perspectives. You will be comfortable with digital tools, confident managing projects, and motivated by seeing others grow through the resources you help create.

This post carries a Genuine Occupational Requirement for the postholder to be a committed Christian with an active church connection, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

If you are energised by the opportunity to resource the Church, to support faith formation, and to take a creative role in shaping how people learn, lead, and live out the gospel, we would be delighted to receive your application.

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