Centre Administrator
- Full time
- £26,000 – £28,000
- On site: Bargeddie
- Closing 20th February 2026
- Advertised from 2nd February 2026
Role
The Safety Zone Community Project has been successfully operating for some 25 years. We wish to recruit a new staff member to oversee the smooth running of our purpose-built Centre in Bargeddie, on the outskirts of Glasgow. The successful candidate will possess proven organisational ability and good interpersonal skills, be self-motivated and – ideally – have a heart for the project.
Key Responsibilities:
- The effective day-to-day management of The Safety Zone.
- Overseeing the daily functions of property, identifying building and maintenance requirements in a timely manner, and assisting in keeping premises and equipment to the required standard.
- Ensuring the Health and Safety of all staff, volunteers, individuals and groups using the Centre.
- Researching and securing core funding for the project, with assistance from relevant personnel.
- Coordinating the duties of full-time, part-time, sessional and volunteer staff, in conjunction with the Senior Youth Worker.
- Liaising with service users or service providers as required.
Key Tasks:
- Administrative duties consistent with the position, and other appropriate duties as directed by the Board.
- Preparing reports on the activities and developments in the Centre, to be circulated to Board members one week prior to Board Meetings.
- Replenishing housekeeping and office supplies as necessary and monitoring expenditure.
- Supervising the administration of the letting of premises.
- Assisting in the promotion and development of The Safety Zone’s aims and ethos.
- Attending and participating in staff/user group meetings, chairing where appropriate.
- Helping to update Safety Zone policy documents on a regular basis.
- Liaising closely with other organisations and groups to prepare new collaborative strategies on matters of local concern or mutual interest
Essential qualities:The Centre Administrator will possess proven organisational ability, good interpersonal skills and self-motivation.
Application notes
Please note: CVs must include the names and email addresses of two referees and be submitted prior to the closing date for applications (Friday 20th February 2026).
The successful candidate will be required to complete a probationary period and be PVG checked.
Registered Office: 61 Gairbraid Terrace, Bargeddie, Glasgow G69 7SN
Contact: Lesley A. Robertson (Board Convenor) | Tel: 01862 850227 | email: lar18whi@gmail.com
Volunteer & Learning Coordinator
- Part time
- £27,010 pro-rata
- On site: Ludgate
- Closing 10th February 2026
About Us
The Gate Charity exists to relieve poverty and hardship across Clackmannanshire, promote environmental sustainability, and build resilient, inclusive communities. Every day, we support individuals and families facing poverty, food insecurity, and social isolation, providing both immediate relief and long-term solutions that benefit people.
Our work is delivered through a wide range of initiatives, including foodbanks, community larders, mobile hot food van, soup pot, café Xtra, charity shop, community café and a school uniform club.
At the heart of everything we do are our over 90 dedicated volunteers, who are essential to delivering our services and creating a thriving community hub. We are deeply committed to supporting our volunteers to develop skills, confidence, and leadership, while making a tangible, lasting difference in the lives of local people.
Role Purpose
The Volunteer & Learning Coordinator will lead and develop our volunteer programme, ensuring volunteers have a meaningful, skills-enhancing experience. This role combines volunteer coordination, learning, and engagement with a proactive community presence to attract and support volunteers from many backgrounds.
Key Responsibilities
Volunteer Engagement & Coordination
- Actively seek and recruit volunteers by being present in the community, workplaces, and other networks relevant to our mission
- Recruit, onboard, and support volunteers across programmes in an approachable and empathetic manner
- Match volunteers to roles that align with their interests, skills, life experiences and development goals
- Build an inclusive, motivated volunteer group
Learning & Skills Development
- Design and deliver onboarding and ongoing training
- Create volunteer learning pathways
- Support volunteers to develop transferable skills, such as organisational skills, leadership, life skills, communication and employability
- Implement mentoring, peer learning, and reflective practice
Progression & Leadership
- Identify and nurture volunteers
- Support volunteers pursuing further training, paid roles, or governance opportunities
- Collaborate with project leads to embed volunteer engagement and satisfaction into service delivery
Quality & Impact
- Gather feedback and monitor learning outcomes, volunteer satisfaction, and retention
- Analyse engagement data to improve volunteer experiences and programme impact continuously
Collaboration & Culture
- Work closely with staff and community partners to integrate volunteers as valued contributors
- Champion a culture of learning, growth, shared ownership, friendship and inclusivity
- Represent the charity externally to attract volunteers and raise the profile of volunteer opportunities
- Demonstrate empathy and approachability in all volunteer and community interactions
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience in coordinating or supporting volunteers or community programmes, with a people-centred, empathetic approach
- Experience in designing or delivering learning, training, or facilitation
- Strong interpersonal skills: coaching, motivating, and empowering others
- Ability to balance administrative coordination with development
- Commitment to the charity’s mission and values
Desirable
- Background in community development, education, or L&D
- Experienced in measuring volunteer engagement and learning outcomes
- Experienced in working for a charity or values-driven organisation
The Eric Liddell Community is a local care charity and community hub in the South West of Edinburgh delivering a range of services throughout the City. Founded in 1980 in memory of Eric Liddell, the 1924 Olympic 400m gold medallist, our mission is to be at the heart of the community, enhancing health and wellbeing and improving people’s lives.
We are seeking an inspiring Chief Executive Officer to lead The Eric Liddell Community into an exciting new chapter of growth and impact. This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic, visionary leader with a proven ability to guide organisations to success.
We’re looking for someone with a strong track record in organisational leadership, financial management, and operational excellence. While experience in the third sector is highly valued, it’s not essential—what matters most is your ability to drive innovation, foster collaboration, and deliver meaningful change for the communities we serve.
As CEO, you will work closely with the Chair and Board of Trustees to shape the future direction of The Eric Liddell Community. You will have overall responsibility for the organisation, including strategic leadership and oversight of the charity’s core care services.
We are looking for Trustees to join our Board
Our Association oversees and promotes a diverse range of activities within the Southside Community Centre. Situated in central Edinburgh, the Centre serves the diverse local community. Its activities also attract individuals from across the city and South-East Scotland. Supported by major grant-funding from a broad range of organisations, including sizable financial support from the National Lottery, the Association is currently extending the use of the Centre’s facilities to more community activities. A major opportunity has emerged to develop the Centre as part of the recently issued Community Centre Strategy issued by the City of Edinburgh Council. We now wish to take advantage of this Council initiative to support a greater range of ways with which to enhance the well-being of the community.
The Association is led by a Board of Trustees. We are seeking to recruit a small number of motivated individuals to help govern our growing charity. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from those with specialist knowledge, skills and experience in:
- Community learning, development and stakeholder engagement
- Business or legal background
- Governance and leadership
- Strategic planning
- Finance
This is an exciting time to join our charity as we have celebrated various successes over the past two years including: recruiting our first Chief Executive, extending our community centre opening hours to include weekends, expanding the range of services we deliver, and significantly increasing the amount of external grant funding we receive. We look forward to continuing to achieve further success as we continue to develop our services, including re-launching our new in-house community café and developing a long-term strategic plan.
We are keen that our Board reflects our diverse local community and we therefore welcome individuals from all minority and disadvantaged groups.
This is therefore a challenging and rewarding time to join our charity as we look towards the future. Over coming months, we need to: agree a new lease arrangements with our landlord, City of Edinburgh Council, explore and decide upon the long-term future of how our building is managed, while continuing to sustain and grow the range of services we currently provide.
We are looking for a Treasurer to join our Board
Our current Treasurer has recently moved away from Edinburgh, and our Board of Trustees is therefore seeking a new Treasurer to oversee the Associations finances. The turnover has recently increased to approximately £100,000 pa and is rising due to our increased activity and our ability to attract substantial external funding.
The Treasurer is also a Trustee and a member of the Association’s Board of Trustees. The responsibilities of Treasurer and Trustees are set out below.
Our Association oversees and promotes a diverse range of activities within the Southside Community Centre. Situated in central Edinburgh, the Centre serves the diverse local community. Its activities also attract individuals from across the city and South-East Scotland. Supported by major grant-funding from a broad range of organisations, including sizable financial support from the National Lottery, the Association is currently extending the use of the Centre’s facilities to more community activities A major opportunity has emerged to develop the Centre as part of the recently issued Community Development plan issued by the City of Edinburgh Council. We now wish to take advantage of this Council initiative to support a greater range of ways with which to enhance the well-being of the community.
This is an exciting time to join our charity as we have celebrated various successes over the past two years including; recruiting our first Chief Executive, extending our community centre opening hours to include weekends, expanding the range of services we deliver, and significantly increasing the amount of external grant funding we receive. We look forward to continuing to achieve further success as we continue to develop our services, including re-launching our new in-house community café and developing a long-term strategic plan.
It is also a challenging and rewarding time to join our charity as we look towards the future. Over coming months, we need to; agree a new lease arrangements with our landlord, City of Edinburgh Council, explore and decide upon the long-term future of how our building is managed and continue to sustain (and also grow) the range of services we currently provide.
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