Vacancies
COMMUNITY LINK WORKER (Edinburgh)
Salary: £32,300 per annum (pro rata) + 8% pension contribution
Hours: 24 hours per week, based at GP Practices and ELGT office in Edinburgh
Contract Type: Fixed term to 31 March 2027, with potential for continuation subject to the outcome of the funder’s procurement process and ongoing funding.
Closing date: Tuesday 20 October 2026 at 17:00
Interview date: Wednesday 4 November 2026 at ELGT offices at 109/11 Swanston Road, Edinburgh
The Community Links Worker programme, funded Edinburgh Health & Social Care Partnership, is delivered in partnership with GP Practices and the third sector organisations to support people to live well through strengthening connections between community resources and primary care.
The Community Link Worker will be employed by Edinburgh & Lothians Greenspace Trust and will work as part of three practice teams (St Leonard’s, Braefoot and Ratho) in Edinburgh to provide 1:1 person-centred and practical support to people in contact with the GP practice team.
Taking a person-centred approach, you will work with individuals to enable them to identify personal outcomes and priorities for their health and well-being and link them to local, city and national activities and support services.
The postholder must have experience of working with people who are facing complex social and emotional circumstances, a strong understanding of the challenges affecting people living in areas of disadvantage in relation to living well, extensive effective interpersonal skills in working with people on a 1:1 basis as well as experience in networking and relationship building with other professionals and organisations.
PVG: This post requires membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. Application will be processed for the successful candidate.
To apply for the post, please complete and return an application form by 5.00pm, 20th October 2026 to recruitment@elgt.org.uk. CVs will not be accepted.
Community Link Worker Application Form_September 2026
If you require the application in alternative formats, any reasonable adjustments for interview or for informal enquiries contact Ruth Wyatt: 0131 445 4025 or email recruitment@elgt.org.uk.
NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS
We’re now looking for up to five new Non-Executive Directors to join our Board and help shape the next chapter of ELGT.
Bring your experience. Make a difference.
We’re looking for people who can bring experience, insight and constructive challenge to our Board, and who share our commitment to the role greenspaces can play in creating healthier, more connected communities and a better environment.
We’re particularly interested in people with experience in
- Finance & Financial Sustainability- Financial management, accounting, audit, governance, risk and financial sustainability.
- Strategic Fundraising & Income Generation- Fundraising strategy, securing investment and developing sustainable income.
- Biodiversity, Woodland & Nature- Biodiversity, woodland management, nature restoration and environmental policy
- Organisational Change & People- Understanding how organisational strategy, change and workforce decisions affect people, organisational capability and long-term sustainability.
You don’t need previous Board experience. We’ll provide a full induction and support you to contribute effectively as a Director and Trustee.
The role is unpaid, with reasonable expenses reimbursed, and involves around half a day a month on average, including four Board meetings a year, the AGM and some additional supporting activity.
Interested?
If you’d like to find out more about ELGT, the role and what we’re looking for, take a look at our Non-Executive Director Recruitment Pack.
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter explaining your experience and why you’d like to join our Board.
Applications close: 5.00pm, Friday 30 October 2026
If you’d like an informal conversation about ELGT or the role, please contact:
Keith Connal, Chair – Chair@elgt.org.uk
Charlie Cumming, Chief Executive – Charlie@elgt.org.uk
Non Executive Director recruitment_Equal Opportunities Form_September 2026