Community Development Worker

  • Part time
  • £30,000 pro-rata
  • Hybrid: Edinburgh
  • Closing 27th October 2026


  • Advertised from 29th September 2026
  • 14 hours a week with flexible working. Initially the role is for 9 months and will be reviewed on 30th June 2027. Start Date: 1st November 2026

Role

Main Purpose:to raise the profile of the Church, increase awareness of its purpose and identity and communicate and engage with the members and the local community. The ultimate aim is to increase the use of the Church Building and help to grow its membership.

Background Information

Canonmills Church was founded by the Rev. William Innes in 1810 on Baptist and ecumenical principles. Today its members are from various Christian backgrounds with a strong belief in the importance of the Christian family, caring and looking after one another. It prides itself in its warm and friendly welcome, coming together not just for worship but also socially. There is no permanent minister but instead there is a programme of excellent visiting ministers, who provide a rich variety of services in a traditional style. The affairs of the Church are managed by elected deacons, who form the Diaconate. Although a member of the Baptist Union of Scotland, Canonmills operates independently and is well financed.

As with all Churches, our congregation is an ageing one and it is recognised that there is a need to broaden its horizons by engaging more with the local community

and reaching out to possible new members. The community around Canonmills is a vibrant one. It is a bridge between Inverleith and Broughton, close to the Botanic Gardens and the New Town with small businesses, coffee shops and restaurants.

Application notes

To apply please send CV and cover letter to canonmills@gmail.com, marked for the attention of Margaret Allan.


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