HMP Low Moss – Weekend Afternoon - Family Visitor Center Support

Early Years Scotland
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Family Visitor Centre Volunteer – Weekend Afternoons

Organisation: Early Years Scotland
Location: Family Visitor Centre, HMP Low Moss, 190 Crosshill Road, Bishopbriggs, G64 2QB

About the Opportunity

The Family Visitor Centre at HMP Low Moss is a welcoming space for families and friends visiting loved ones in prison. It offers a relaxed, friendly environment where visitors can access impartial information, advice, and emotional support from Early Years Scotland (EYS) staff.

Within the Centre, we’ve created a Tea Bar area where visitors can enjoy a free hot drink and biscuit, helping them unwind after their journey. Families can also make use of a safe play area for younger children, complete with toys, books, and creative activities run by EYS staff, as well as a chill zone designed for older children and teens.

What You’ll Be Doing

Offering a warm, friendly welcome to all visitors.
Helping with the running of the Tea Bar &mdash; serving tea, coffee, and biscuits.
Supporting visitors to feel comfortable, relaxed, and at ease before their visit.
Directing visitors to EYS staff who can offer further information or support.
Assisting with light tidying and ensuring the space remains welcoming for all families.

Support for Volunteers

Early Years Scotland values and supports all volunteers as an essential part of the team. You’ll receive:

A full induction and orientation session at the Centre.
Ongoing support and supervision from EYS staff on-site.
Opportunities for training and development, including safeguarding and communication skills.
Travel expenses reimbursed (public transport or mileage).
A named Volunteer Coordinator who will check in regularly to provide guidance and feedback.
An EYS ID badge and lanyard for easy access and recognition.

What’s In It for You

Be part of a supportive and dedicated team.
Meet new people and develop confidence in a unique environment.
Gain valuable communication and listening skills.
Experience personal satisfaction by making a real difference to families&rsquo; visits.
Access opportunities for further involvement with Early Years Scotland projects.

Who We’re Looking For

This role would suit someone who:

Has a friendly and approachable manner.
Enjoys meeting people and offering support to families.
Can work well as part of a small, supportive team.
Is able to maintain confidentiality and show sensitivity.
Is available for weekend afternoon shifts (exact timing negotiable).

Getting There

Around 35 minutes by bus (Service 88) from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Crosshill Road (2-minute walk to the entrance).

Bishopbriggs Rail Station links easily via the same 88 bus route.


For drivers: the prison is near Strathkelvin Business Park and accessible via the A803 and M80 (Junction 2).

How to Apply

If you’re interested in this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button (available when logged in and registered).
Once you apply:

You&rsquo;ll receive a confirmation email.


The Volunteer Coordinator will contact you within 5 working days to arrange a friendly chat.


You&rsquo;ll be invited to attend an induction session at the Family Visitor Centre.


You&rsquo;ll then begin volunteering with agreed shift times.

If you haven’t heard back after 5 working days, please contact [email protected] or email [email protected] for assistance.

Experience required

• No experience needed – any relevant training will be provided!
• There will be reference checks (two references required)
• An level 2 disclosure is required (application and payment covered by us)

Travel details

Low Moss can be accessed by approximately a 35 minutes bus ride from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station, Service number 88.
The stop is located outside the prison on Crosshill Road and a 2 minute walk from the prison entrance.

Bishopbriggs Rail Station is just a short bus ride away from Low Moss via First Glasgow 88.

Bishopbriggs is connected to the M80 by Junction 2.
The main road through Bishopbriggs is the A803 which connects Glasgow to Falkirk.
Low Moss is situated on B819 (Crosshill R