Community Education Coordinator
| Posting date: | 09 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,476 to £25,765 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 March 2026 |
| Location: | Glasgow, Scotland |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | British Red Cross |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 12723 |
Summary
Community Education Coordinator
Location: Based at Paisley with travel up to an hour from Paisley to deliver workshops including Glasgow area
Salary: £24,476 to £25,765 per annum, pro rata
Hours: 35 per week
Contract: Fixed term contract 31st July 2027 (Maternity cover), likely start date June 2026
Are you passionate about empowering communities through education and ready to lead impactful learning initiatives across your region?
Do you want to help people build resilience and confidence in times of crisis? Are you motivated by making a difference through education?
As a Community Education Coordinator, you’ll lead the delivery of our blended learning offer in your locality, ensuring it meets national standards and supports our wider strategy. You’ll manage volunteers, build partnerships, and deliver targeted education sessions to those most at risk. This role is key to expanding our reach and helping communities prepare for and respond to emergencies.
What will a day in the life of a Community Education Coordinator involve?
Leading and supporting a team of volunteers to deliver high-quality education sessions.
Building relationships with local organisations to reach targeted learners.
Delivering engaging sessions to youth and adult audiences based on identified needs.
Managing resources and projects to meet key performance indicators and maximise impact.
To be a successful Community Education Coordinator, what will you need?
Experience in coordinating projects and managing volunteers.
Strong communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to adapt to different audiences.
A recognised qualification in education, training or facilitation - or equivalent experience.
A passion for helping vulnerable groups and building community resilience.
Interested? The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Sunday 22nd March 2026.
In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:
Flexible working: Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
Learning & Development: A range of career & learning opportunities.
Discounts: Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform..
Wellbeing Support: Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme for UK-based roles. During your application, you'll have the option to apply under the scheme.
We are dedicated to building an inclusive, equitable and wellbeing‑focused culture where everyone feels safe, valued and can thrive. Guided by our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing Strategy, we foster belonging, psychological and physical wellbeing, and work to remove barriers to fair opportunities. Grounded in compassion and anti‑racist practice, we listen to diverse voices, value lived experience and create environments where staff and volunteers can succeed. Join us and be part of an organisation that leads with care, celebrates difference and helps everyone succeed.
Together, we are the world's emergency responders
Location: Based at Paisley with travel up to an hour from Paisley to deliver workshops including Glasgow area
Salary: £24,476 to £25,765 per annum, pro rata
Hours: 35 per week
Contract: Fixed term contract 31st July 2027 (Maternity cover), likely start date June 2026
Are you passionate about empowering communities through education and ready to lead impactful learning initiatives across your region?
Do you want to help people build resilience and confidence in times of crisis? Are you motivated by making a difference through education?
As a Community Education Coordinator, you’ll lead the delivery of our blended learning offer in your locality, ensuring it meets national standards and supports our wider strategy. You’ll manage volunteers, build partnerships, and deliver targeted education sessions to those most at risk. This role is key to expanding our reach and helping communities prepare for and respond to emergencies.
What will a day in the life of a Community Education Coordinator involve?
Leading and supporting a team of volunteers to deliver high-quality education sessions.
Building relationships with local organisations to reach targeted learners.
Delivering engaging sessions to youth and adult audiences based on identified needs.
Managing resources and projects to meet key performance indicators and maximise impact.
To be a successful Community Education Coordinator, what will you need?
Experience in coordinating projects and managing volunteers.
Strong communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to adapt to different audiences.
A recognised qualification in education, training or facilitation - or equivalent experience.
A passion for helping vulnerable groups and building community resilience.
Interested? The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Sunday 22nd March 2026.
In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:
Flexible working: Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
Learning & Development: A range of career & learning opportunities.
Discounts: Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform..
Wellbeing Support: Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme for UK-based roles. During your application, you'll have the option to apply under the scheme.
We are dedicated to building an inclusive, equitable and wellbeing‑focused culture where everyone feels safe, valued and can thrive. Guided by our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing Strategy, we foster belonging, psychological and physical wellbeing, and work to remove barriers to fair opportunities. Grounded in compassion and anti‑racist practice, we listen to diverse voices, value lived experience and create environments where staff and volunteers can succeed. Join us and be part of an organisation that leads with care, celebrates difference and helps everyone succeed.
Together, we are the world's emergency responders
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
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