- Advertised from 7th July 2026
- As residential post: annual allowance of £9,350, all rent, bills and food included. 3 year fixed term
Role
OVERVIEW OF THE ORGANISATION
The Iona Community is an international, ecumenical Christian movement working for justice and peace, the rebuilding of community and the renewal of worship.
Our Community was founded in Glasgow, Scotland in 1938 by Rev George MacLeod, a visionary and social reformer.
MISSION OF THE IONA COMMUNITY
Inspired by our faith, we pursue justice and peace in and through community.
JOB PURPOSE
Iona Abbey is a place of welcome, hospitality and challenge, through our daily rhythm of worship, meals, shared tasks and guest programme. The work and presence of volunteers is essential as we build community week by week. Our volunteers come from all over the world and from all walks of life, representing a wide range of experiences, age groups, cultural backgrounds and faith traditions.
At Iona Abbey, we typically have around 15 volunteers at any one time. Most volunteers are here for between 6 and 12 weeks, so there are many welcomes and farewells throughout the season, from early March to mid-November. Over the season we welcome up to around 80 volunteers in total.
The primary purpose of the job is to ensure that all volunteers receive an appropriate level of support and supervision, from before they arrive until they leave. The postholder will also co-ordinate the recruitment process in close liaison with the Operations Manager and be responsible for encouraging and organising social events that help build the team.
During the season, a large proportion of the time will be spent on welcoming, inducting, and carrying out 1-to-1 supervision with volunteers. The bulk of recruitment for the following year’s volunteer programme is done during the winter, working closely with the Operations Manager and Heads of Departments.
Application notes
An application form can be downloaded below.
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Our Coordinator represents Stirling Street Pastors and supports the promotion, management and co-ordination of the initiative in Stirling.
Reporting to a Board of Trustees the Coordinator’s key duties will be to:
- Organise and manage the rotas
- Provide leadership to our volunteers
- Organise volunteer recruitment and training
- Manage the patrol base, and monitor and order equipment/street supplies
- Promote and develop relationships with churches, the Council, Police and other key stakeholders
- Identify funding opportunities and apply, where appropriate
- Be our liaison with Ascension Trust (AT) and Ascension Trust Scotland (ATS)
The post holder must:
- be a Christian with an active relationship with a local church
- subscribe to the Street Pastors core values and ethos
- be trained or willing to train as a Street Pastor volunteer and participate in a patrol rota
We offer:
- a salary of £15,000 p.a. for 18 hours a week
- a degree of flexibility over working arrangements
- an employer pension scheme – employee contribution of 4%; employer 3%
A full job description can be found on our website or below.
Community Outreach Worker
- Part time
- £30,274 – £34,224 pro-rata
- On site: Maryhill
- Closing 31st July 2026
Could you be part of something different? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to use their gifts, skills and experience to make a difference to the lives of the people of Maryhill and beyond
Background to the Post
Together We Make Maryhill (TWMM) is a successful and innovative partnership between Maryhill Ruchill Parish and the Immaculate Conception Parish, now in its fourth year.
The initiative developed to combat the social isolation and loneliness suffered as a result of Covid, by enabling the two churches to work together to increase their reach and support many more people. It brings people together to strengthen connections in communities and empower people by offering them opportunities to build their confidence and skills.
Our Community Outreach Worker left the post at the end of 2025 and we are seeking a successor, with a lively Christian faith, to continue this vital role.
Purpose of the Post
The outreach worker will work as a member of the ministry team to develop the TWMM project further, working primarily with the two congregations and supporting a range of initiatives, to
- Coordinate activities
- Support and grow our base of volunteers
- Work directly with young people, and
- Develop new activities.
The post holder will be responsible to the Parish Minister, Maryhill Ruchill Parish Church (Line Manager) and the Parish Priest Immaculate Conception Church.
Scottish Refugee Council is seeking a skilled Refugee Involvement Coordinator. The Refugee Involvement Coordinator will lead the development and delivery of Scottish Refugee Council’s refugee involvement framework. The role will build the foundations for meaningful and safe involvement, strengthen staff skills and organisational systems, support co‑design and co‑production projects, and guide learning and evaluation. This work will ensure lived experience insight is embedded across our services, policy and public influence. This is an organisational change and system-building role.
Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. Every year, we provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland, standing up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland.
The vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and can achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at www.scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.
Employee benefits package
- 39 days of leave (including public holidays)
- Progressive salary structure
- Flexible working options
- Training and development opportunities
- Union recognition
- Fresh fruit, tea & coffee in office
- Enhanced pay benefits
- Enhanced pension
- Counselling & coaching service
- Cycle to work scheme
- Eye care scheme
- Death in service & 24-hour GP service
Do you have a heart for young people, a passion for faith and the energy to help pre teens/teenagers feel they truly belong?
Fairmilehead Parish Church, Edinburgh, is seeking an enthusiastic and caring Sunday Youth Worker to help grow and develop our teenage group within the life of our church, building relationships, encouraging faith and creating a space where young people feel safe, valued and excited to come along.
What the role involves:
- Leading and growing a teenage group on Sunday mornings from 10:15am to 12:15pm.
- Supporting young people in their faith journey in creative and relevant ways
- Organising a fun, social outing once a month to build friendships and community
- Organising a yearly fundraiser
- Working alongside the Minister and volunteers to shape an engaging youth programme
What we’re looking for:
- A proven track record of working with young people
- A background in church or Christian youth work. The successful candidate will be a committed Christian with an active church connection (Genuine Occupational Requirement in terms of the Equality Act 2010).
- Someone creative, relational and reliable who has a genuine desire to invest in teenagers and help them flourish
What we offer:
- Pro rata pay according to qualifications and experience.
- A supportive church community
- The chance to make a real and lasting difference
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