Community Development Worker

The Lochside Union of Craigrownie, Garelochhead, St Modan’s Church of Scotland; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local community organization in Garelochhead is seeking a Community Development Worker to enhance community engagement and support various initiatives within three communities. The ideal candidate will be energetic and self-motivated, capable of communicating effectively with individuals of all ages. This role involves working collaboratively to fulfill community development objectives, requiring excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to fostering a positive environment. Initial contract is for 3 years, with an expected 20 hours of work per week.

Qualifications

• Ability to relate to and communicate with people of all ages.
• Experience in community development and social enterprise is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Will work within three communities to foster development.
• Will engage with community members to promote church activities.
• Will support initiatives that enhance community welfare.

Skills

Self-motivation

Energy

Communication

Job description

Community Development & Social Enterprise

Disability

Equality & Law

Health

Housing & Homelessness

International Development

Learning

Local

Local Infrastructure Organisation

Older People

Other

Social Care

Youth

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• On site:Garelochhead and the Rosneath Peninsula, Argyll and Bute
• Closing31st January 2026
• Advertised from 19th December 2025
• 20 hours per week. Contract: Initially 3 years.

Role

Will you prayerfully consider being our Community Development Worker as we seek to fulfil Jesus’ Great Commissionwith sensitivity, imagination, humour and infinite patience?

Working within the 3 communities of our new Union, this post requires self-motivation, energy and a talent forrelating to and communicating with people of all ages.

Application notes

For a detailed job description and other relevant background information about our parish and local communities,please contact our minister Rev. Christine Murdoch, [e-mail] or 01436 842274.

The Lochside Union of the Church of Scotland is a registered Scottish Charity, number SC001510

The Lochside Union of Craigrownie, Garelochhead, St Modan’s Church of Scotland

Community Development Worker
Postcode: G84 0JW

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