Job description

Location: Parkhead Corps & across multiple locations

Working hours: 25 hours per week

Contract: 2 years Fixed Term Contract 

Interview date: To be confirmed 

Job Summary:

Working in the context of our church, this is an exciting opportunity for the right person to assist in the development, delivery and missional ministries within the church, and to develop our influence in the wider community of Parkhead, Shettleston and Dennistoun.

Key Responsibilities:

The successful applicant will be a point of contact for members of the public who access the church building seeking practical or spiritual assistance. You will also work alongside the Church Leadership to establish and develop productive relationships with other churches, voluntary and statutory organisations.

In addition, you will assist the Church Leadership Team with the practical and operational aspects of outreach ministries; assist in the development and delivery of our community programme; develop partnerships in the locality, develop projects and mentor volunteers.

The successful candidate(s) will be able to demonstrate:

  • A vibrant Christian faith
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
  • Ability to think and work creatively with minimal supervision
  • Proficiency in the use of office IT systems
  • Leadership experience would be an advantage
  • This role has an occupational requirement that the successful candidate must be a committed and practising Christian and will be in sympathy with the doctrines of, and supportive of, the purposes and the aims and objectives of The Salvation Army church.

    In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile attachment on the left.

    In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement.

    Appointment subject to satisfactory references and proof of right to work in the UK and a PVG Disclosure

    As a disability confident scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

    CVs will not be accepted. Promoting equality in the workplace.

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