Advertised from 20 May 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 those in the parish of North Ayr.

As four churches coming together the postholder will help us with community outreach in ways that are both practical and ministerial. It will enable us to build on the 10 years community work which is much-valued asset with the parish of North Ayr.

Our current outreach is wide-ranging and includes a music project for people with mental and physical disabilities; a pre-school parent and carer and toddler group; a weekly lunch group which is run in conjunction with local football team; discos and film nights and we enjoy a very good relationship with primary schools in our parish.

We have diligent and supportive elders in the church and the energy and cooperation of our volunteers, but as we seek a Family and Community Worker to coordinate this area of work and look at new opportunities where the church can work within the community.

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, 8 June 2026 at 12 noon.

The Church of Scotland is a charity registered in Scotland SCO11353