Turf Youth and Community Project

04/10/2026

September was another busy month for the team at Turf, with hundreds of hours spent engaging with children, young people and families across our community.

Behind every number is a young person taking part, building relationships, learning something new, having their voice heard or simply having a safe and welcoming space where they can spend time with friends and trusted adults.

Our youth work is shaped by the young people who walk through our doors. By listening to what they are telling us, the conversations they are having and the things that matter to them, we can continue to develop opportunities that respond to the needs of local young people.

Here’s a snapshot of what September looked like across our September Youth Work provision.

If youd like information about any of our youth groups, please get in touch on social media or email us at: [email protected]

28/09/2026

24/09/2026

We’re looking for a fun, enthusiastic and engaging children's entertainer to join us for our Holiday Programme on Tuesday the 13th of October.

We’re hoping to make it a fun-filled, memorable day for the children, and we’d love to hear from anyone who can offer activities such as:

🎈 Magic shows
🎶 Music, dancing and games
🤹 Face painting or other fun entertainment

If you’re a children’s entertainer, or know someone who might be interested, we’d love to hear from you!

Please get in touch via DM or email [email protected] with your details, availability and prices, or tag someone in the comments who might be able to help.

Thank you,
Team TURF.

22/09/2026

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at Turf? 👀

One of our youth workers has given us a wee insight into what a typical Friday looks like, from the planning, preparation and admin to setting up the Hub, delivering our Friday Night Drop-In and the all-important tidy-up afterwards!

Our Hub is a hive of activity throughout the week, and while you might see plenty of pool, table tennis and fun, there’s so much more happening behind the scenes!

From planning activities and supporting young people to creating a safe, welcoming space where they can connect, learn and grow, our team works hard to make every session happen.

Here’s a wee look at what goes into making a Friday night at Turf happen! 👇

14/09/2026

On Friday, we were delighted to welcome our local MSP Michelle Campbell, along with Ashley from her team, to the Neighbourhood Hub, where they had the chance to meet and speak with young people, staff and volunteers at our Friday Night Drop In.

It was great to give them a flavour of what day-to-day life is like at our Hub, to hear directly from young people about their experiences at Turf, and to see first-hand the impact our youth work offer has on local young people.

We were also delighted to be presented with a copy of a motion Michelle has submitted to the Scottish Parliament, recognising Turf and the work and achievements of our team within the local community.

It was a really special moment for our staff and volunteers to see the work happening every week at Turf recognised in this way.

The visit also gave us the opportunity to share more about Turf, the work happening across our community and some of our hopes and ambitions for the future as we continue to develop opportunities for local people to connect, learn and grow.

A huge thank you to Michelle and Ashleigh for taking the time to visit, listen to our young people and learn more about what happens here at Turf.

14/09/2026

Monday Hub Club tonight from 6:30pm until 8pm.

Free to all P5-P7's 😊

Our well loved tuck shop will return tonight!

Hope you see you all there. ☺️

09/09/2026

We are looking for a builder who can come out today and give us a quote for some work. If you are available to come along today and do this give us a quick call on 0141 810 1347.

05/09/2026

🥚 Can you protect the egg? 🥚

Our young people at our Friday Night Drop In put their teamwork and engineering skills to the test this week, designing and building a device that could protect an egg when dropped from height! 👷‍♀️🛠️📦

There were plenty of creative ideas, a bit of trial and error, and some impressive teamwork along the way… but the big question was…. did the egg survive? 👀🥚💥

Elsewhere at the Drop In, there was baking 🧁, arts & crafts 🎨, consoles 🎮, plenty of time to chill with friends, and lots of chat with our youth work team. 💬

Friday nights at Turf are all about giving young people a safe, welcoming space to spend time with friends, try something new and have youth workers around when they need us.

📍 Friday Night Drop In
👥 S1–S6
💰 FREE to attend

03/09/2026

Friday Night Youth Drop-In is back!

Our Friday night group is open to young people in S1–S6 and is completely FREE.

Come along for a relaxed, welcoming space with loads to get involved in. Activities include gaming, challenges, pool, karaoke, cooking and baking, arts and crafts, challenges, chill-out spaces with plenty of chances to meet new people, get to know the Turf youth work team and have your say on future sessions!

📍 Turf Neighbourhood Hub, Paisley Road West, G52 3QN

🕡 Every Friday, 6:30pm–8:30pm

New young people are always welcome. A parent/carer just needs to complete our online membership form before attending which can be filled out on our website here:

www.turfcommunity.org.uk/register

24/08/2026

📣 We’re recruiting at Turf — and we’ve extended the deadline!

We’re looking for an experienced Youth & Community Engagement Worker to join our team.

Our youth and adult provision is thriving, and we’re keen to hear from people who already have experience working within communities with young people and/or adults, building positive relationships, planning and delivering engaging activities, and creating inclusive spaces where people can connect, learn and grow.

This is a part-time, 3-year fixed-term opportunity based at the Turf Neighbourhood Hub in Cardonald.

To apply, visit our Vacancies page:
www.turfcommunity.org.uk/vacancies

There you can access the full Job Profile, including the Job Description and Person Specification, along with details on how to apply.

📅 New closing date: Monday 31st August 2026
Previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to be resubmitted.

Please share with anyone you think has the experience, values and approach to be a great fit for Turf