Independent Schools Worker, West Team

Independent Schools Worker West Team (maternity cover)

Salary: 11308 - 12071 per annum (28270 - 30177 pro rated) plus generous employer pension contributions.

Contract: Part time 15 hours per week: Fixed term: End August 2026 - end June 2027)

Location: Based at SU Scotlands Glasgow office or Gowanbank with role-related attendance in region as required.

Who we are

Scripture Union Scotland is a national charity with 140 staff and 2500 volunteers. Our vision is to see every child and young person of Scotland exploring the Bible and responding to the significance of Jesus.

We are seeking a part time Independent Schools Worker to join our Local Ministries Team to develop SU Scotlands ministry within the West Team. This is a fixed term contract to cover maternity leave.

Purpose

To fulfil the vision and values of SU Scotland through the development of Local Ministry Hubs and Independent schools work (particularly SU groups) in the West

Key Responsibilities

1. To contribute to and implement an integrated ministry plan for the West Independent Schools for 2026 - 2027 that reflects the SU Scotland vision values priorities and outcomes above.
2. Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with schools including contributions to RO and RME programmes through digital or face to face packages such as Bible Alive Christmas Journey Colour in Easter etc.
3. Developing and supporting new and existing service in/for schools.
   
4. Promoting SU Groups and Connect Groups within schools and churches.
5. Recruiting and training volunteers including senior pupils to lead these groups/activities
   
6. To ensure effective administration of the work

Who we are looking for

The successful applicant will have experience of schools work and Christian ministry with children and/or young people; someone who has led teams of volunteers and is a confident communicator of Biblical truth with a wide range of young people. You should be based in/near Glasgow and be prepared to support SU Scotlands ministry in all parts of the region.

For this post it is important that you able to demonstrate a commitment to SU Scotlands ethos working principles and vision. It is also an Occupational Requirement (Equality Act - part 1 schedule 9) that the post-holder is a committed Christian.

The appointment will be subject to a satisfactory PVG Scheme Disclosure.

To apply

If youd like to find out more please contact our West Team Leader Carol Baird at . More information and an application pack can be downloaded from our website:

Alternatively you can email us at .

Closing date: 4pm 25 June 2026

Interview date: 2 July 2026

Please take a moment to read SU ScotlandsBasis of Faith and Ethos statement. (Once youve read through just click the back button in your browser to return to this page). We ask all candidates to confirm their willingness to uphold the beliefs and practices contained in these documents as part of the application form.

Scripture Union Scotland is an equitable employer and operates a safeguarding policy.

Scottish Charity No. SC01122

Required Experience:

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