Charity registered in Scotland SC042012
Govan Community Project (Scottish Charity No: SC042012) is a community based organisation working in south west
Glasgow.
Our purpose is: To achieve social justice in the areas of Govan and Craigton by building a strong community based on
equality, mutual respect, support, and integration.
Homework Club Facilitator - Primary
- Part time
- £26,026 pro-rata
- On site: Govan
- Closing 20th October 2026
Are you a welcoming, supportive and engaging person, passionate about inclusive learning and play, and ready to use your skills to create a safe, fun and respectful educational space for children from diverse ethnic backgrounds?
Govan Community Project provides a holistic range of support for individuals and families in the asylum and refugee community. Our Homework Clubs are a community education project, primarily designed to support children and families with lived experience of seeking refuge/the asylum process to better understand and engage with the Scottish school curriculum. We are recruiting a Homework Club Facilitator to support the Primary-age group (6-12yrs+).
You will be responsible for supporting and facilitating two after school club sessions for primary school aged children each week, creating and maintaining a safe, supportive and positive educational environment for participants to engage with their school work and academic development. The role also includes co-planning/facilitation of a range of formal and informal enrichment activities, including for the Spring, Summer and October school holiday programmes. You will also ensure the sessions and activities best meet the needs, learning levels and interests of attendees.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience working/volunteering with primary school aged children in a youth work, community education or school-based setting
- Has experience/knowledge of tailoring learning materials to best support primary school-aged children’s academic learning
- Has knowledge/understanding of the barriers faced by individuals in the asylum process in relation to education and attainment
- Has knowledge/experience of trauma-informed approaches to working with vulnerable children and families
- Has knowledge/understanding of child protection procedures
- Has a flexible working approach and excellent time management skills
- Can work on own initiative and as part of a team, using strong interpersonal and communication skills
Why join us?
- An opportunity to use your skills for meaningful social change.
- Be part of a supportive, values-led team.
- Work collaboratively with a diverse and inspiring community.
- Contribute to work that challenges injustice and builds community hope.
Working with us
- Office-based in Cardonald with public transport links/free parking.
- 35 days annual leave (pro rata, including 6 floating public holiday days).
- Contractual sick pay & Employee Assistance Programme.
- Regular team wellbeing activities.
Our commitment to inclusion
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation. We recognise the unique skills and experience that each individual brings. We would particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of migration, the asylum system, or displacement. As members of the Experts by Experience Employment Network, we encourage you to access support and guidance here: ebeemployment.org.uk/ebe
Are you experienced in fundraising, passionate about social justice and ready to use your skills to make a difference for people seeking safety in Glasgow?
Govan Community Project provides a holistic range of support for individuals and families in the asylum and refugee community.
We are looking for a grants and trusts fundraiser who can transform human stories into powerful funding proposals. Your work will directly secure a combination of project and unrestricted funding needed to keep our essential services sustainable.
In this role we are looking for someone who:
- Has at least 2 years experience in a grants and trusts fundraising role and a history of securing grant funding in excess of £200,000 annually.
- Has knowledge of the Scottish charity funding sector, full cost recovery and budget planning
- Can create compelling narratives that highlight the real experiences and needs of our community
- Can develop a strong pipeline of grant prospects to diversify project and unrestricted funding
Why join us?
- An opportunity to use your skills for meaningful change
- Be part of a supportive, values-led team
- Work collaboratively with a diverse and inspiring community
- Contribute to work that challenges injustice and builds community
Working with us
- Office based in Govan with good public transport links
- Opportunities for blended working (following satisfactory probationary review)
- 35 days annual leave (pro rata including 6 floating public holiday days)
- Contractual sick pay
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Team Wellbeing activities
- Occasional evening or weekend work may be required
Our commitment to inclusion
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation. We recognize the unique skills and experience that each individual brings to our organization. We would particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of migration, the asylum system, or displacement.
As members of the Experts by Experience Employment Network, we encourage you to access support and guidance here: ebeemployment.org.uk/ebe
If you need support with your application, please contact:
recruitment@govancommunityproject.org.uk
For informal enquiries:
Contact Traci Kirkland, Chief Executive - Traci@govancommunityproject.org.uk
Are you experienced in fundraising, passionate about social justice and ready to use your skills to make a difference for people seeking safety in Glasgow?
Govan Community Project provides a holistic range of support for individuals and families in the asylum and refugee community.
Why join us?
- An opportunity to use your skills for meaningful change
- Be part of a supportive, values-led team
- Work collaboratively with a diverse and inspiring community
- Contribute to work that challenges injustice and builds community
Working with us
- Office based in Govan with good public transport links
- Opportunities for blended working (following satisfactory probationary review)
- 35 days annual leave (pro rata including 6 floating public holiday days)
- Contractual sick pay
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Team Wellbeing activities
- Occasional evening or weekend work may be required
Our commitment to inclusion
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation. We recognize the unique skills and experience that each individual brings to our organization. We would particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of migration, the asylum system, or displacement.
As members of the Experts by Experience Employment Network, we encourage you to access support and guidance here: https://www.ebeemployment.org.uk/ebe
If you need support with your application, please contact:
recruitment@govancommunityproject.org.uk
For informal enquiries:
Contact Traci Kirkland, Chief Executive - Traci@govancommunityproject.org.uk