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.

Are you an experienced finance professional with strong leadership skills? Join the Iona Community as our Financial Administration Team Leader, a pivotal role overseeing the day-to-day operations of our finance department. You will ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely financial processes, supporting the wider organisation and reporting directly to the Head of Community Resources.

We are looking for someone self-motivated, flexible, and able to work independently and as part of a team, experienced in using Xero, with strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and effective time management.

Key Responsibilities include

• Lead the daily operations of the finance administration function
• Support weekly, monthly and year-end processing and reports
• Support for annual audit, respond to queries and collate documentation
• Assist with annual budgeting and provide budget spend reports to senior managers
• Oversee processing of sales ledger, purchase ledger, expenses and monthly journal inputs
• Assist to file financial, regulatory and legal information with statutory bodies as and when required
• Supervisory responsibility for the Finance Administration Assistant.

Why Join Us?

• Generous holiday allowance — 37 days pro-rata, including public holidays.
• Membership for NEST pension scheme.
• Home working with regular meetings in Govan, Glasgow and occasional meetings on Iona.
• The opportunity to develop our systems
• Friendly colleagues.

The Iona Community is seeking to appoint up to three new Directors (Trustees) to join our Council from the 2026 AGM.

This is a significant and rewarding opportunity to contribute to the governance and strategic direction of an international, ecumenical Christian movement rooted in hope and lived in community.

About the role

Directors of the Iona Community are also charity Trustees. Together, Council members hold collective responsibility for the governance, strategy and overall stewardship of the Community, ensuring that our work is faithful to our vision, values and charitable purposes. This role is one of strategic oversight, not day-to-day operational management, which is carried out by employed staff.

Trustees are expected to act with care and diligence, to safeguard the ethos and reputation of the Iona Community, and to help ensure that we remain legally, financially and spiritually sustainable for the future.

Who we are looking for

We are keen to hear from people who are aligned with the vision, purpose and values of the Iona Community and who can contribute thoughtfully and constructively to Council discussions.

Applicants may be Members, Associate Members, Friends of the Iona Community, or people from beyond the membership. We are particularly mindful of the need for a diverse mix of skills, backgrounds, perspectives and life experience on Council, and welcome applications from people who may not have previous trustee experience.

Trustees are encouraged to bring both professional expertise and a willingness to engage deeply with the life, faith and common task of the Community.

Time commitment

Council meets five times per year:

• Four meetings online (approximately two hours each)
• One in-person meeting over two days

Some Trustees also serve on committees or hold specific liaison roles, which involve additional meetings (usually online) and preparation time. All Trustees are expected to read papers in advance and to engage thoughtfully in decision-making.

A comprehensive induction programme and trustee training will be provided.

Remuneration

This is a voluntary role. Reasonable expenses are reimbursed in line with Iona Community policy.

Appointment and term of office

Trustees are normally appointed for a four-year term, with the possibility of re-appointment for one further term. Appointments are ratified by the membership of the Iona Community at the AGM.

We have three vacancies, with appointments taking effect from the AGM on Monday 29 June 2026.

About the role:

Our administration team is the backbone of our organisation, providing efficient, reliable, and professional support across all departments. They manage a wide range of tasks including office management, travel arrangements, event coordination, database maintenance and supporting our accounts, human resources and project teams.

Known for their attention to detail, adaptability, and proactive approach, the team ensures that day-to-day operations run smoothly, they consistently demonstrate versatility and a can-do attitude, taking on new challenges with enthusiasm and professionalism

The Senior Administrator will provide a range of general administrative and clerical support across the organisation, including extensive use of Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook (diary management), Word (reports), PowerPoint (presentations), Excel (spreadsheets), and Access (database management).

The Administration Team maintain excellent working relationships, giving staff confidence in delegating tasks and trusting in reliable, high-quality outcomes. The postholder is expected to be highly proactive, taking initiative to identify priorities, solve problems, and ensure tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard.

Benefits

SDF offers generous annual leave, competitive pension contributions, enhanced sick pay, learning and development opportunities, and access to an employee counselling service. We are committed to supporting a healthy work–life balance through flexible working arrangements.

A full job description and application form are available on our website: sdf.org.uk/sdf-jobs

We aim to make our recruitment process work for people, please approach us if you have any particular requirements.

We actively encourage applications from people with lived or living experience of drug use, and from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve.

If you would like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact the office on 0141 221 1175 and we will arrange for the line manager to call you.

* The admin team typically attend the office 2–3 days per week and working at home for the remainder, office attendance and specific days are determined by organisational needs and may vary from week to week. There may be some occasions where attendance in the office is required up to five days per week.