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Supporting Scotland’s vibrant voluntary sector

Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations is the membership organisation for Scotland's charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises. Charity registered in Scotland SC003558. Registered office Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG.

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Parish Assistant/Deacon

The Church of Scotland
Full time
On site: Kirkcaldy
£30,274 - £34,224
37.5 hours per week
Closing 16 March 2026
Advertised from 24 February 2026

Role

Could you be part of something different? We have a rewarding opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to use their gifts, skills and experience to make a difference to the lives of the people in our parishes and communities.

Working collaboratively with the Minister you will deliver pastoral, congregational and community related activities to support the mission and work across the large parish. 

This will be done through building strong relationships in and outside the church with people of all ages, building bridges into the community, offering pastoral care and inspiring and supporting opportunities for exploring Christian faith.

It is essential you have the right to work in the UK before applying to work with us. You will be asked to provide proof of your eligibility to work and remain in the UK if you are invited to attend for an interview.

Application notes

For a full job description and details on how to apply, please visit 

https://www.churchofscotland.org.uk/about-us/vacancies-and-volunteering/ministries-council-posts

Closing date: Monday, 16 March 2026 at 12 noon.

The Church of Scotland is a charity registered in Scotland SCO11353