Are you ready for a new adventure and a meaningful role aligned with the Iona Community’s vision? Working at Iona Abbey offers the chance to live on a remote Scottish island, surrounded by beauty and community. If you’re seeking a fresh start, a break from familiar routines, and an opportunity to serve, this could be the perfect next chapter.

As Programme Coordinator you will plan and deliver programme weeks through the season including innovative events and activities that challenge and affirm participants of all ages while reflecting the goals, actions, and concerns of the Iona Community, and which encourage all to apply what they have learnt to the real world, giving them tools to promote justice and peace.

This post contains an element of regulated work and as such is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and the post-holder will need to be or to become a member of Scotland’s Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme.

Due to the nature of this work, it will NOT be possible to consider candidates who do not already have the right to work in the United Kingdom

The full Job Description can be found on our website iona.org.uk/about/vacancies

Contract Start Date: 1 February 2025

Contract End Date: 31 January 2026

Come and lead our team at Camas Outdoor Centre on the Isle of Mull for a life-changing experience! Join a close-knit team in a stunning, remote location where you’ll help others connect with nature, themselves, and each other. Whether supporting the team or implementing policies to ensure that high standards of safety and the welfare of both staff and guests are maintained, your role at Camas will be filled with purpose and adventure. If you’re looking for a meaningful opportunity to make a positive impact in a beautiful, inspiring setting, Camas could be the perfect fit for you!

Camas comprises a core team consisting of both resident staff and volunteers during the guest season. The coordinator oversees the weekly program's planning, coordination, and administration and makes sure that all staff and guests are supported and integrated into Camas' common life. The Coordinator bears the additional duty of overseeing the execution of protocols to guarantee the preservation of elevated safety standards and the well-being of both employees and visitors. This is a developing position in a dynamic environment that calls for adaptability and continuous review of the job description. To boost the work, it is predicted that Camas' management structure will undergo a considerable transformation during this post. This process will involve the Camas Coordinator.

This post is regulated work and as such is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and the post-holder will need to be or to become a member of Scotland’s Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme.

Due to the nature of this work, it will NOT be possible to consider candidates who do not already have the right to work in the United Kingdom

The full Job Description can be found on our website iona.org.uk/about/vacancies

Contract Start Date: 1 February 25 (not later than 1 March 25)

Contract End Date: 31 January 2028

Edinburgh Pentlands Parish Church of Scotland is looking for a part time Administrative Assistant to augment the team in the Church Office. The successful applicant will work closely with the Church Secretary to provide administrative support to the ministry team, volunteers and members of the church community.

The newly united Edinburgh Pentlands Parish Church comprises buildings in Colinton and Juniper Green, neighbouring villages on the Water of Leith in South-West Edinburgh. The church is outward looking with strong community links and a vibrant community café – The Swing Café – open 5 days per week. The Administrative Assistant will join a small team committed to engaging positively with the public, providing pastoral support and managing excellent facilities which are used by the wider community.

Person Specification – the successful applicant will have:

• excellent communication skills
• an ability to work collaboratively with both staff and volunteers
• Strong IT skills and be fully proficient in the use of the Microsoft office suite
• Resourcefulness, ability to use initiative, and to be proactive to seek out information
• Ability to update website and social media, or willingness to learn

This is a permanent part time post starting from a mutually agreed date in early 2025 and with an 8 hour working week. The salary will be £5200 per annum with an annual review. The exact weekly working pattern is negotiable but should be spread over at least 2 days of the week (Tuesday-Friday). Options can be discussed at the interview for the post.

Further information about Edinburgh Pentland Parish Church can be found on our website; edinburghpentlands.church which is currently being refreshed to reflect the newly united congregation

More details of the role are provided in the Job Description below.

Are you a Church Musician looking for a change, or do you aspire to become a Church Musician? Working at Iona Abbey offers the chance to live on a remote Scottish island, surrounded by beauty and community. If you’re seeking to expand your musical skills in a unique location, this may be the job for you.

As Musician, you will provide a variety of music, such as congregational songs, appropriate for Iona Abbey’s twice-daily public worship services and to support the Abbey centre’s visitor programs. You will have the opportunity to introduce the Iona Community’s musical culture in collaboration with Glasgow-based Wild Goose Resource Group (WGRG).

This post contains an element of regulated work and as such is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and the post-holder will need to be or to become a member of Scotland’s Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme.

Due to the nature of this work, it will NOT be possible to consider candidates who do not already have the right to work in the United Kingdom

The full Job Description can be found on our website iona.org.uk/about/vacancies

Contract Start Date: 1 February 2025

Contract End Date: 31 October 2025