For Volunteers

All over Scotland people are making a difference by volunteering in schools. SU volunteers run groups, pray for their schools and provide different kinds of practical support.

School can be one of the toughest places for a young person to live for Jesus. SU Groups provide a place for connection, support, friendship and spiritual growth. At the same time, SU Groups provide a lifeline for those who might otherwise never hear about God’s love for them. With fewer and fewer children and young people in church these days, taking the light of the gospel into Scotland’s schools is increasingly important.

Find out more about volunteering with SU Scotland.

Watch this video to find out why Dorothy loves running the SU Group in Irvine.

If you are interested in setting up an SU Group in your local primary, secondary or special school we'd love to hear from you.  

We know of many schools where there is a desire to have an SU Group, but currently no volunteers available to make that happen. SU Groups may be run by teachers, pupils, parents or others and anyone running a group must be an approved SU Scotland volunteer.

• Discover more about SU Groups and how they Make A Difference. Listen to volunteer testimonies and explore some of the exciting teaching resources available to you.
• Contact your regional worker to discuss your plans. They can help you connect with other volunteers and provide advice about, applying to become an SU Scotland volunteer and getting the group started.
• Read our guidance on Starting an SU Group for details on the best approach.

The protocol for Scripture Union Scotland staff and volunteers working in Scottish schools provides important information about how we work in schools.

Yes! We have lots of resources to help you lead and run an SU Group. Visit our resource hub below.

Talking to your local staff member and accrediting yourself as an SU Scotland volunteer will open up access to other online resources and advice on other good materials for SU Groups.

School can be one of the toughest places for adults to witness for Jesus too – which is why our team is committed to being there for you with training, support, resources and guidance, enabling you to run a brilliant SU Group – and enjoy doing it! 

With God’s help, you can do this – and make a difference in the lives of children and young people in a school near you!

To find out more about how to get involved with running an SU Group in your area contact regional@suscotland.org.uk .