Volunteer Team Leader

Full-time and part-time applications are welcome.

Location Glasgow Office/ Hybrid

Closing date 18 May 2026 at 9.00 a.m.

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Scottish Refugee Council is seeking a skilled Volunteer Team Leader to join our team. The Volunteer Team Leader will lead a small team of Volunteer Co-ordinators to deliver Scottish Refugee Council's volunteering strategy. The role will ensure consistent implementation of best practice in volunteer management, oversee operational guidelines and drive the recruitment, training and engagement of volunteers. The Team Leader will provide operational direction, support staff and act as a key liaison for internal and external stakeholders to foster an inclusive and positive volunteering environment.

About us

Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland's national refugee charity. Every year, we provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland, standing up for people's rights and campaigning for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland.

The vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and can achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at .

Employee benefits package

• 39 days of leave (including public holidays)
• Progressive salary structure
• Flexible working options
• Training and development opportunities
• Union recognition
• Fresh fruit, tea & coffee in office
• Enhanced pay benefits
• Enhanced pension
• Counselling & coaching service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Death in service & 24-hour GP service

Applicants require to have existing right to work in the UK.

This post will be subject to a Basic Disclosure check.

Scottish Refugee Council is working towards being an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all members of the community, irrespective of age; disability; gender reassignment; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion and belief; sex and sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status.

We are an accredited Scottish Living Wage employer.

Scottish Refugee Council is a Registered Charity. Charity Number: SC008639