We are looking for someone with positive energy who will love working as part of our friendly team. You will have a passion for organising, coordinating and making things happen. You should have demonstrable experience of collaborative work, administering and coordinating events, and a real enthusiasm for supporting work with young people. You should have a great eye for detail and excellent communications skills. You should have the ability to respond sensitively to a range of people and be flexible in changing situations.

You should be flexible and adaptable whilst having the ability to prioritise work and use your own initiative to make sound judgements within established parameters and procedures. Tact, discretion and sensitivity are essential personal attributes as are excellent listening skills.

Location 21 Grosvenor Crescent, Edinburgh. Applicants should be prepared to travel across Scotland to fulfil the duties of the role.

We offer hybrid as well as fully remote working but the successful applicant is expected to be living in Scotland while in post and be willing to travel within Scotland to meet the demands of the role.

The Church Centre Administrator will ensure the smooth and efficient operation of daily office activities. This role requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Management of the Church Centre - Hall Lettings - regular and one-off, i.e. deal with all booking enquiries (phone, email and in person), maintain diary, prepare contracts/invoices & manage payments.
• Handle incoming calls, emails and correspondence
• Maintain and update filing systems, databases, and records.
• Prepare Power Points for church services
• Provide general administrative support to church members.

Requirements

• Proven experience in an administrative or office support role
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality

Desirable Skills

• Experience with office management systems
• Basic knowledge of finance administration
• Strong problem-solving and time management skills

Working Pattern

• Monday to Thursday 9am to 3pm Friday 9 to 12.00 (occasional overtime during busy periods)
• Salary £19,754 (full-time equivalent £25,607)
• Job Share Considered

Are you passionate about helping young people discover God’s love? Do you feel called to inspire and nurture faith in the next generation?

As our current Youth Worker has moved abroad to continue theological studies, Barclay Viewforth Church is seeking a committed, creative, and compassionate Youth Worker to join our team and lead our vibrant youth ministry.

About Us

Barclay Viewforth is a multi-generational congregation engaged with the Growing Young initiative, seeking to make young people an integral part of our church life. We’re committed to creating a church community where all generations grow together in faith, discipleship, and service.

The Role

This part-time position (16 hours/week, salary £31,168 pro rata) is an exciting opportunity to:

• Lead Sunday youth ministry, working alongside volunteers to create engaging and age-appropriate groups for school-aged children.
• Develop a termly programme of discipleship and social events that welcomes youth within and beyond the church.
• Collaborate in whole church services, celebrations, and seasonal events.
• Build relationships with local schools and other churches to grow our youth outreach.
• Provide pastoral support and a safe, nurturing space for young people.
• Support and grow a volunteer team, offering training, encouragement, and leadership.

You’ll work closely with the minister and church staff, with opportunities for ongoing training and personal development in a supportive environment.

What We’re Looking For

You will have:

• A deep Christian faith and a heart for working with young people.
• Experience in leading youth or community work (paid or voluntary).
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A passion for discipleship, outreach, and inclusion.
• Familiarity with current youth culture, and a desire to make church engaging and relevant.

Desirable but not essential:

• A recognised qualification in theology, youth work, or mission.
• A valid driver’s licence or minibus certification.

Our Ideal Candidate

You’re someone who is self-motivated, adaptable, and a natural encourager. You’re just as comfortable leading a small group Bible study as you are organising a youth event or speaking in front of the congregation. You value collaboration, can manage a budget, and are willing to learn and grow in your role.

This post does not meet current UK government pay scale criteria for non-UK applicants, therefore, we can only accept applications from those who already have the right to work in the UK.

We are seeking a part time programme leader who is passionate about supporting the development and delivery of a programme of activities and support for children, young people and families at Church House.

• To design, lead and deliver our exciting and varied activity programme for children and young people from our purpose-built building and out with.
• This is a unique role with high levels of responsibility in an exciting environment.
• We would require you to work alongside a vibrant and enthusiastic staff team and volunteers.

The successful applicant will be required to be(come) a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Scheme and the appointment will be subject to a satisfactory PVG Scheme Disclosure and references. We will not take up references until a job offer is made.

Organisation profile:

Church House, Bridgeton [SCIO] is a registered charity that aims to help children, young people and their families in the Inner East End of Glasgow find fullness of life, physically, mentally, emotionally and socially.