Community Development Worker
- Part time
- £27,000 pro-rata
- On site: Primarily based on site at Dunterlie Resource Centre, Barrhead, G78 1AL. Some travel around the local area will be required
- Closing 7th July 2026
- Advertised from 29th June 2026
- 14 hour per week (may require some occasional evening and weekend working)
Role
Thanks to funding from the National Lottery Community Fund the opportunity has arisen to join us at an exciting and pivotal time in the journey of Dunterlie Action Group! We are looking to employ an experienced Community Development Worker who can help us to build our organisational capacity, strengthen our governance and support us as we deliver the aims of our Community Vision.
About Us:
Dunterlie Action Group (DAG) is a network of community leaders who have successfully worked in partnership with the Corra Foundation over the past nine years to build strategic partnerships, grow local groups and increase community participation. The Corra Foundations ‘Getting Alongside Communities’ programme has now moved to a new phase and it is DAG’s time to build on the momentum already achieved. We have been planning this transition for over a year and are confident that the right person will help us to become a resilient anchor organisation that empowers local people to have a voice in their community.
About the Role:
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and passionate about community. This post will assist DAG in creating a community led structure, capable of tackling poverty, strengthening local connections and supporting people to thrive. This post will be rooted in community and will focus on supporting the development of local groups and activities, supporting local people to develop ideas and build skills adn confidence. This post will report to our Community Coordinator with support from our board.
About You:
You will be professionally qualified and have experience of working with communities and partner organisations.
You should have a strong understanding of the challenges experienced by those affected by health inequalities, social isolation and low income.
You will have experience of managing and supporting local community groups and/or projects, either on a paid or voluntary basis. You should have a non-judgemental approach and be able to form positive working relationships with a range of individuals and groups. You should be able to demonstrate an understanding of how to gather data and evidence and how this can be used to deliver outcomes and help to meet local community needs. You should be able to keep accurate records and notes that will allow you to produce up to date reports on progress and impact. You must be able to work autonomously, using good time management, organisational and communication skills.
Duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Funding – support local groups to apply for and manage funding, and develop their skills and confidence
- Managing budgets
- Supporting volunteers and group members to grow and develop skills, confidence and connection to their community
- Deliver workshops to targeted groups, that will include vulnerable adults and children
- Strengthening DAG Governance, through policies and training
- Build strong relationships with appropriate agencies and services
- Work alongside partners to maximise resources and address local poverty
- Support volunteers, group members and emerging leaders to develop skills and confidence
- Provide support for vulnerable community members on a one to one basis
- Engage meaningfully with stakeholders at all levels
This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. It is an offence therefore to apply if you are barred from working with children and protected adults. In addition to this, if you have lived or worked in any country outside the UK in the past 10 years, there may be a requirement for an overseas police check.
Application notes
If you think that this is you, then please complete the application form, referencing where your experience meets the above and send it to: dunterlie.action.36@gmail.com
Closing Date for applications 7th Aug 2026
Interview Date: Week Beginning 17th Aug 2026
Appointment will be subject to successful PVG application and suitable references
If you would like an informal chat about this post, please contact Neill Patton on 07513 722811 (No Agencies Please)
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Community Projects Officer
- Full time or Part time
- from £33,852
- On site: Isle of Tiree
- Closing 6th July 2026
Tiree Community Development Trust (known as “Urras Thiriodh”) are seeking a suitably experienced and skilled candidate to play a key role in development and delivery of community projects in the beautiful and vibrant Inner Hebridean island of Tiree.
This established role is based within our Projects and Services Team, and will take a lead on areas of project work within our company group, as part of a wider team delivering our Community Development Plan, and developing new income streams to support the future funding of the Trust. Current project work ongoing includes home energy efficiency initiatives, renewable energy development, and the development of community housing, and the eventual administration of that housing for affordable let to local residents.
The role will play a key part in the ongoing delivery of our Community Development Plan – tireetrust.org.uk/the-development-plan and would suit candidates who are strongly motivated by doing meaningful work to improve lives and sustainability of a close-knit community.
Commercial Services Officer
- Full time or Part time
- £33,852
- On site: Isle of Tiree
- Closing 6th July 2026
Tiree Community Development Trust (known as “Urras Thiriodh”) are seeking a suitably experienced and skilled candidate to play a key role in development of commercial trading activity and income generation, in the beautiful and vibrant Inner Hebridean island of Tiree.
The newly created role is based within our Projects and Services Team, and will take on a lead oversight of existing commercial trading activity within our company group, as well as playing a key role in delivery of work to develop new income streams via trading activity, to support the future funding of the Trust, it’s development work and community services. The role has a dual focus around operational delivery and improvement, and project development and delivery to fund and deliver new assets and activities. Existing trading activities include a community filling station, leased premises for local businesses and delivery of useful assessment services and certifications such as EPCs. There is also an expectation that this role will support the current development of community housing, and the eventual administration of that housing for affordable let to local residents.
The role will play a key part in the ongoing delivery of our Community Development Plan – tireetrust.org.uk/the-development-plan
3 x Mellow Parenting Project Worker
- Part time
- £28,748 pro-rata
- On site: Based in Govan, Glasgow • Posts across Scotland
- Closing 1st July 2026
We are thrilled to announce that Mellow Parenting is growing, and that means more families, parents and young people across Scotland will have access to our relationship-focused, trauma-informed programmes.
Post 1 — Mellow Parenting Project Worker
Robertson Trust — Nurturing Relationships Large Grant
3 days (22.5 hrs) per week
National reach: starting with Glasgow, Forth Valley, Edinburgh and Fife
Post 2 — Mellow Parenting Project Worker
Glasgow Whole Family Wellbeing Fund — Govan Demonstration of Change
3 days (22.5 hrs) per week
Govan, Glasgow
Post 3 — Mellow Parenting & Young Person’s Project Worker
Govan Demonstration of Change (2 days) + National Lottery Young Start (1 day working with young people)
3 days (22.5 hrs) per week
Govan and Forth Valley
You’ll bring…
• Experience delivering group-based work with families, parents or young people
• A relational, trauma-informed approach that puts relationships at the centre
• Drive to help families break cycles of poverty and adversity
• Confidence working independently and as part of a small, passionate team
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Development Worker – Springboard Media Training & Youth Engagement Project
- Part time
- £24,788 pro-rata
- On site: Glasgow
- Closing 10th July 2026
The Springboard Media Training and Youth Engagement Project supports Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) young people aged 16–25, including refugees, asylum seekers, young offenders, ex-offenders, and those at risk of offending, who are experiencing homelessness, insecure housing, social exclusion, or multiple barriers to participation.
The project aims to provide a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where young people can develop confidence, resilience, life skills, employability skills, and aspirations, enabling them to progress towards positive destinations such as stable accommodation, further education, training, volunteering, or employment.
Through a combination of group activities, media training, podcasting, radio broadcasting, mentoring, and one-to-one support, participants will be empowered to overcome barriers, improve their wellbeing, and become active and valued members of their communities.
Purpose of the Role
The Development Worker will be responsible for developing and delivering a high-quality youth engagement programme that combines media training, personal development, employability support, mentoring, and volunteering opportunities.
The postholder will provide individual and group support to young people, deliver practical media and radio training, manage the organisation’s social media platforms, support and train volunteers, present radio programmes, and contribute to the day-to-day activities of Awaz FM.
The Development Worker will ensure that project outputs, outcomes, and targets are achieved while supporting young people to develop the skills, confidence, and motivation needed to reach positive destinations.
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