Full Time

Chief Executive Officer

We’re seeking a new leader for the Scottish Seabird Centre
After 6 years leading the Scottish Seabird Centre the Chief Executive Officer – Susan Davies FRSB – is moving on. This presents an opportunity for someone with a passion for inspiring people to act for Scotland’s marine environment to shape the future of our Charity and visitor attraction as we move into the next 25 years of our journey.

Chair, Stuart Housden said, “We are very grateful for the leadership that Susan has provided to the Scottish Seabird Centre on its path to playing a more prominent role in marine nature conservation in Scotland and to promoting our visitor attraction and activities to educate and inspire more people to act for Scotland’s seas and amazing wildlife found there. Despite this having been a challenging period, not least with the pandemic and rising business costs, we have established much stronger links with our local and science communities and continue to increase our reach and impact through new partnerships.

With a new 5-year strategy and business plan to develop in the coming year this is a great opportunity for someone to build on the progress made as we enter the next 25 years in our Charity’s journey”.

Susan Davies said “The Scottish Seabird Centre will always hold a place in my heart; especially our dedicated team and the conservation, education and community partnerships we have developed. The time is now right, with the recent support we have secured to grow our membership base, in developing partnerships and being more sustainable and inclusive in our approach, to pass on the reins to a new leader as we approach our 25th year”.

Finance Assistant

Duration: Permanent

We are looking for an exceptional Finance Assistant to join our team, looking after all revenue and treasury processing for the Company. This position presents a rare opportunity to join The Royal Yacht Britannia, a leading five-star visitor attraction and exclusive events venue with an outstanding reputation for quality and customer experience. We are also the team behind our sister ship, Fingal Hotel, Scotland’s only static luxury floating hotel, including a fine dining 2 AA Rosette restaurant. Fingal Hotel has consistently been Edinburgh’s No.1 hotel on Tripadvisor and is the AA Hotel of The Year – Scotland in 2023/24.

Company benefits include:

– 6.6 weeks/33 days pro-rata, annual holiday entitlement (one week/5 days pro-rata more than statutory minimum).
– Hybrid working opportunities.
– Performance and loyalty payment scheme.
– A 10% employer pension contribution (no employee contribution under this option), but in addition we also provide the opportunity to contribute up to a further 5% yourself, which the Company will also match like for like up to 5% (so a total of up to 20% which would be 15% employer contribution and 5% employee).
– Free car parking for staff.
– Up to one week/5 days pro-rata, long service holiday entitlement.
– Life Assurance.
– Employee Assistance Programme.
– Complimentary tickets and staff discount (Britannia and Fingal Hotel and other luxury hotels).

Finance

The Finance Team, under which this role sits, participates in a wide range of activities, from day-to-day financial processing to playing a role in formulating the organisation’s financial strategy. We provide support to Britannia and Fingal Hotel’s managers and staff who are responsible for delivering quality service to our visitors. We are looking for a Finance Assistant to join the friendly team on board.

The Finance Assistant Role

Working as part of a core Finance Team, the role of the Finance Assistant is primarily to take ownership of the daily sales and treasury function of the company, and to assist in the bank reconciliation and all associated tasks. This post will be one of several such posts that report to the Senior Finance Manager.

This includes, but is not limited to:

– Processing of daily sales transactions for revenue generating activities including admissions, retail, catering, events, and the hotel, from the point of transaction through to bank posting.
– Processing sales for our hospitality and group booking departments as well as providing support to the Senior Finance Manager and Finance Manager in all these areas.
– Manage all the daily banking of cash and cheques and posting of income.
– Post and reconcile income transactions
– Providing efficient and effective credit control by supporting the relevant departments to manage aged debtors and where required chasing overdue invoices by telephone and email efficiently and effectively.
– Dealing with any queries in respect of sales invoice payments.
– Reconciling cash receipts and payments through company bank accounts on a daily basis. Being proactive when investigating reconciliation differences.
– Preparation and processing of monthly bank reconciliation on various accounts including reconciling on-line/manual credit card payments.
– Providing support on month-end accounts preparation, including by undertaking reconciliations to the trial balance.
– Performing any other duties as may be requested from time to time by the Director of Finance & Administration, Senior Finance Manager and Finance Manager.
– In addition, the successful candidate will be trained in other aspects of a busy Finance Office including accounts payable, petty cash, expenses, and balance sheet reconciliations.

Accountability

The Finance Assistant is accountable to the Senior Finance Manager and Director of Finance and Administration.

Qualifications

– Good level of education with at least GCSE / Standard Grade / National 5 English & Mathematics at Grade 1-3 or equivalent – Essential
– AAT Part Qualified or equivalent experience – Desirable

Experience

– Basic understanding of accounting – Essential
– Minimum of 2 years’ experience at Finance Assistant level – Essential
– Ability to use IT systems efficiently and effectively (MS Word, Excel) – Essential
– Experience of using accounting software (we use Access Dimensions) – Essential
– Ability to work with bespoke IT systems – Essential
– Excellent understanding of accounting principles – Desirable
– Relevant work experience in a similar organisation or background – Desirable

Personal Qualities

The post holder must be enthusiastic, have excellent communication and teamwork skills, and a can-do flexible attitude, both with work colleagues and other key stakeholders. They will also promote and drive a culture of continuous improvement.

“If you feel you have the personality, skills and experience we are looking for, then we would love to hear from you.”

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining why you feel you would be suitable for the role of Finance Assistant to: Jenny.Dall@tryb.co.uk

Finance Assistant

Hours: Full time
Duration: Permanent
Pay: Circa £29,500 + Benefits

We are looking for an exceptional Finance Assistant to join our team, looking after all revenue and treasury processing for the Company. This position presents a rare opportunity to join The Royal Yacht Britannia, a leading five-star visitor attraction and exclusive events venue with an outstanding reputation for quality and customer experience. We are also the team behind our sister ship, Fingal, Scotland’s only luxury floating hotel, including a fine dining 2 AA rosette restaurant. Fingal has consistently been Edinburgh’s No.1 hotel on Tripadvisor and is the AA Hotel of The Year – Scotland in 2023/24.

Company benefits include:

– 6.6 weeks/33 days pro-rata, annual holiday entitlement (one week/5 days pro-rata more than statutory minimum).
– Hybrid working opportunities.
– Performance and loyalty payment scheme.
– A 10% employer pension contribution (no employee contribution under this option), but in addition we also provide the opportunity to contribute up to a further 5% yourself, which the Company will also match like for like up to 5% (so a total of up to 20% which would be 15% employer contribution and 5% employee).
– Free car parking for staff.
– Up to one week/5 days pro-rata, long service holiday entitlement.
– Life Assurance.
– Employee Assistance Programme.
– Complimentary tickets and staff discount (Britannia and Fingal Hotel and other luxury hotels).

Finance

The Finance Team, under which this role sits, participates in a wide range of activities, from day-to-day financial processing to playing a role in formulating the organisation’s financial strategy. We provide support to Britannia and Fingal’s managers and staff who are responsible for delivering quality service to our visitors. We are looking for a Finance Assistant to join the friendly team on board.

The Finance Assistant Role

Working as part of a core Finance Team, the role of the Finance Assistant is primarily to take ownership of the daily sales and treasury function of the company, and to assist in the bank reconciliation and all associated tasks. This post will be one of several such posts that report to the Senior Finance Manager.

This includes, but is not limited to:

– Processing of daily sales transactions for revenue generating activities including admissions, retail, catering, events, and the hotel, from the point of transaction through to bank posting.
– Processing sales for our hospitality and group booking departments as well as providing support to the Senior Finance Manager and Finance Manager in all these areas.
– Manage all the daily banking of cash and cheques and posting of income.
– Post and reconcile income transactions
• Providing efficient and effective credit control by supporting the relevant departments to manage aged debtors and where required chasing overdue invoices by telephone and email efficiently and effectively.
– Dealing with any queries in respect of sales invoice payments.
– Reconciling cash receipts and payments through company bank accounts on a daily basis. Being proactive when investigating reconciliation differences.
– Preparation and processing of monthly bank reconciliation on various accounts including reconciling on-line/manual credit card payments.
– Providing support on month-end accounts preparation, including by undertaking reconciliations to the trial balance.
– Performing any other duties as may be requested from time to time by the Director of Finance & Administration, Senior Finance Manager and Finance Manager.
– In addition, the successful candidate will be trained in other aspects of a busy Finance Office including accounts payable, petty cash, expenses, and balance sheet reconciliations.

Accountability

The Finance Assistant is accountable to the Senior Finance Manager and Director of Finance and Administration.

Qualifications

– Good level of education with at least GCSE / Standard Grade / National 5 English & Mathematics at Grade 1-3 or equivalent – Essential
– AAT Part Qualified or equivalent experience – Desirable

Experience

– Basic understanding of accounting – Essential
– Minimum of 2 years’ experience at Finance Assistant level – Essential
– Ability to use IT systems efficiently and effectively (MS Word, Excel) – Essential
– Experience of using accounting software (we use Access Dimensions) – Essential
– Ability to work with bespoke IT systems – Essential
– Excellent understanding of accounting principles – Desirable
– Relevant work experience in a similar organisation or background – Desirable

Personal Qualities

The post holder must be enthusiastic, have excellent communication and teamwork skills, and a can-do flexible attitude, both with work colleagues and other key stakeholders. They will also promote and drive a culture of continuous improvement.

“If you feel you have the personality, skills and experience we are looking for, then we would love to hear from you.”

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining why you feel you would be suitable for the role of Finance Assistant to: Jenny.Dall@tryb.co.uk

Communications Executive

JOB PURPOSE

This role is responsible for delivering communications activity which drives support for the National Trust for Scotland as a charity and particularly our projects, properties and events, in line with the Trust’s overall marketing, communications and audience strategies. The postholder collaborates with stakeholders across the Trust supporting both local and national organisational objectives.

This role will focus on supporting the Trust’s regional teams in sharing updates and promoting activities and events at their places, as well as working on a range of other national projects and programmes. Working collaboratively and flexibly with another Communications Executive, this role will support the Communications Manager in proactively identifying communications opportunities from a variety of stakeholders to promote the full range of the Trust’s activity in delivering its strategy – Nature, Beauty and Heritage for Everyone.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the Communications Manager and Head of Communications to develop, coordinate and deliver integrated communications plans and content to target new and core audiences, contributing to the delivery of the Trust’s 10-year strategy

Work with colleagues and properties to plan, research, write and deliver proactive and reactive media relations and reputational management through the production of media information and statements, press releases, web stories, other comms materials, and events on a range of activities and projects, working with any regional communications and marketing colleagues as appropriate

Support properties by identifying and generating coverage in earned and owned media across the season (including Easter, Summer, Halloween, Christmas), delivering an integrated programme of communications activity

Maintain PR/media planning calendar, in coordination with colleagues and external suppliers, to support forward PR planning and feed into wider Comms team and A&S planning activity

Work with the Trust’s Social Media, Marketing, Membership and Fundraising teams to ensure that media activity aligns with and amplifies their activity, and vice versa, where appropriate and monitoring, tracking and reporting on delivery of comms targets / conditions from funders and other stakeholders, in coordination with the relevant team

Pitch stories, issue press releases, manage and maintain media contacts and monitor and log the Trust’s media responses to act as a reference point for future media, supporter & stakeholder queries

Work with wider directorate colleagues and property teams on the rolling production of photography and videography for media and other external comms channels, including helping to prepare creative briefs for external suppliers and property teams, supervise shoots and manage sign off and publication processes

Maintain and build current media photography and video libraries, coordinating with colleagues including Digital Collections Asset Manager, to provide up-to-date images for media

Lead on daily press monitoring and cuttings services, ensuring that all media coverage is reviewed, tagged and stored, and highlighting coverage achieved from media activity to colleagues around the organization

Attend and contribute to key meetings in Audiences & Support directorate and other directorates to ensure an integrated approach across all communications activity, and in line with the Trust’s overall communications, marketing and audience strategies

Proactively build and maintain strong relationships across the Trust so that PR opportunities can be maximised and built into the wider activity arranged by the Communications team, spending time onsite where practical

Provide support for the wider communications team, including internal communications, social media and filming, as required

Labourer/Grounds Maintenance Operative

Thank you for your interest in the post of Labourer/GM operative with Historic Environment Scotland based at our St Andrews Depot, Fife. This is a full time, permanent and pensionable appointment.

You will, as part of the Monument Conservation Unit, have responsibility for the ongoing implementation of conservation, routine maintenance and presentation tasks for properties under the care of Historic Environment Scotland within the St Andrews area including St Andrews Castle and Cathedral.

The St Andrews Monument Conservation Unit (MCU), consists of a 4 person team all of which carry out conservation and maintenance work on sites in a variety of locations. The team is headed by a Works Manager who has direct line management responsibilities for the whole team. The Labourer/GM operative as part of the MCU will have responsibility for the ongoing implementation of conservation, routine maintenance and presentation tasks of Historic Environment Scotland monuments within the St Andrews Depot Areas. Grounds maintenance duties will mostly take place during the summer months with the winter consisting of more general labourer duties.

You will be expected to work at any location as directed by the Works Manager. Although the depot is situated in St Andrews, official transport is provided to and from the various sites within the district, and beyond. Individuals are however expected to make their own way to the MCU Depot.

You will also be asked to travel using HES transport to other remote sites sometimes out with Depot areas which may include overnight stays.

Reservations and Relationship Executive

Join our team as a Reservations and Relationship Executive at the Loch Ness Centre!

Join us as we walk guests through 500 million years of Loch Ness history. Our guests will be delving deeper into the real places, people, stories, and scientific research that has turned Nessie into an iconic Scottish legend.

As our Reservations and Relationship Executive you will deliver high quality guest service as you answer all booking enquiries and act as a key client contact during all pre-event/ workshop communications.

Using your networking and communication skills you will strengthen ties with local businesses, manage relationships with the travel trade, and engage with coaches for market insights and encourage repeat business. This role also involves active participation in networking events, making active sales calls and contributing creative skills to assist marketing in generating content.

We are looking for someone that is passionate about enhancing the centre’s local presence and achieving strategic objectives through effective relationship-building and creative collaboration.

You will be confident in preparing reports and invoices from a sales system. Sales and customer relationship experience is desirable.

We are looking for a team member with sparkle and passion, that is genuinely interested in providing high quality guest service and telling the stories of our unique attraction. A team playing attitude is a must.

In return, we will invest in your career. We offer:

· Cash back on your medical costs

· An additional day off for your birthday

· Shopping discounts and much more…

Contract: full time hours available. Permanent Contract. Weekends & Bank Holidays included.

Please note that this role is a job share. The other team member in this role is currently on maternity leave and therefore there is full time hours available as a Reservations and Relationship Executive. When they return (approximately May 2025) 12 hours of this role will worked be as part of our Guest Services Team. The remainder will remain in Reservations.

Salary: £12 per hour

A full Job Description can be downloaded from our website.

We look forward to reviewing your application!

Visitor Services Supervisor – Welcome & Engagement

JOB PURPOSE

This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of our leadership team at the iconic Glenfinnan Monument and its visitor centre, which attracts 500,000 people from across the globe every year. You’ll ensure our Welcome team deliver excellent customer service to every visitor, every day, by providing warm, informative, engaging interactions that build support and understanding of what the National Trust for Scotland is all about.

As a charity, every penny we raise goes back into the conservation of our places and spaces. You will lead by example to promote the benefits of NTS membership and seize opportunities to grow income from parking, admissions and donations, helping to meet ambitious targets. You’ll share stories with our visitors about why Glenfinnan is special, about the amazing work we do and what their money is funding. You’ll make sure your colleagues are always aware of what’s happening at the property that your visitors can enjoy.

You’ll be an enthusiastic team player who can supervise, coach and motivate your team, and have responsibility for the whole visitor operation as part of our duty management team. You’ll maintain excellent standards of presentation and health & safety at Glenfinnan Monument, our arrival area, visitor reception and exhibition.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Visitor experience

Offer a positive first impression and excellent customer service to our visitors, tour groups and local community, and, ensure all members of the Welcome team do the same.

Organise the opening of Glenfinnan Monument, enabling visitors to safely climb to the top of the tower.

Improve the ways we share Glenfinnan’s stories through our exhibits, daily programming and events.

Support property-wide targets for completion of visitor surveys to understand more about our visitors.

Provide content for social media, website and other publications to encourage people to visit, especially during quieter periods, and ensure our visitors are well-prepared with accurate pre-visit information.

Staff leadership

Supervise the activities of a team of Visitor Service Assistants (VSAs), achieving excellent staff performance and motivation through effective recruitment, induction, training, task-setting and coaching on front and back-of-house routines.

Prepare effective team rotas and holiday allocation to meet business needs.

As a member of our duty manager team, responsible for ensuring a safe and smooth visitor operation, addressing issues, and opening/closing up the visitor centre.

Performance indicators and targets

Share responsibility for monitoring weekly, monthly and annual sales performance and achieving targets for membership recruitment and admissions income.

Evaluate reviews and ratings from visitor surveys and visitor feedback to improve visitor enjoyment.

As a member of our duty management team, supervise daily till operations and perform end-of-day cashing up and income reconciliation.

Work within budget for staffing, equipment and other expenditure needs.

Ensure we remain compliant with our health and safety procedures and record-keeping.

Seek to improve staff satisfaction as detailed through staff surveys.

Tools / equipment / systems

Laptop, Microsoft 365 and online management systems for finance, people management, training

Car park machines and people counters.

EPOS tills and chip and pin machines.

Regional Volunteer Coordinator

JOB PURPOSE

The Highlands & Islands region is a large and diverse region with 26 properties, 6 National Nature Reserves, 16 Islands and the UKs only dual UNESCO world heritage site. As such the range of volunteering opportunities is large and complex. This job exists to ensure that the volunteering needs across the region are managed and supported; implementing innovative and effective volunteering initiatives which complement our national approach to volunteer management and development, are in line with volunteering good practice and are of the highest standards. Taking direct management of the regional conservation volunteer group whilst also supporting the individual properties in volunteer recruitment and retention.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Proactively guide and advise regional/property staff at all levels on the operational aspects of volunteer involvement, enabling them to recruit, support, develop and motivate volunteers effectively, in accordance with all national volunteering guidance and systems.

Work closely with other managers across the Region and in collaboration with the central lead for volunteering to design and deliver a programme of Volunteering, which helps to deliver the operational needs of each property.

Directly manage the Highland & Island Conservation Volunteer group, group volunteering work programme and associated budgets.

Support and grow the number of volunteer work parties at properties across the region.

Instil a Health & Safety culture across the volunteering programme, ensuring all risk assessments, training and H&S paperwork is up to date and provided to volunteer work parties and that the volunteers work within this to reduce risk of incidents and accidents to volunteers, employees, and visitors.

Develop external partnerships with a range of local, regional, and national organisations to aid in the recruitment and retention of volunteers,

Ensure all volunteering hours are recorded and reported annually as part of funding and internal requirements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

Qualification in volunteer management or relevant experience

Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of volunteering innovation, best practice, and sector standards.

Demonstrable track record of having successfully and effectively developed a range of volunteering roles and schemes across a department or organisation.

Demonstrable use of Project Management Frameworks.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, successfully influencing, persuading, guiding, listening to, and negotiating with others, constructively challenging thinking where appropriate.

Ability to build and manage effective and productive stakeholder and partnership relationships.

Strong skills in identifying and analysing problems, issues, and areas of improvement, working collaboratively to develop creative strategies and solutions.

Excellent planning and organisational skills; ability to manage and deliver a diverse portfolio of work and to balance the priorities and needs of multiple stakeholders.

Ability to be proactive, use initiative and work independently.

Ability to balance a strong focus on achieving successful outcomes with the need to empower, enable, motivate, inspire and develop others.

Working with volunteers in a management capacity.

Experience of working in the charitable sector or in a volunteer-involving organisation.

Community Learning Coordinator

Job Reference: 200

Contract: Permanent, Salaried, 37.5 hours

Salary: £32,234 – £36,583

The role
Working within the wider STEM Learning Team, the Community Learning Coordinator will be responsible for the delivery of Glasgow Science Centre’s CLD programmes. They will support people to develop confidence and skills through engagement with STEM, ensuring they have relevant content and are delivered in an appropriate and engaging way.

To develop high-quality learning experiences for young people, families and community members, ensuring they have relevant content and are delivered in an appropriate and engaging way

To deliver CLD sessions in various formats appropriate to the needs of the audience, ensuring participants feel welcome and have positive experiences.

To coordinate allocated projects, including creating project plans, budgets, timelines and reports.

Full job description is available to download at the bottom of this page.

How to apply
For consideration in this role, please complete an application form and submit your CV online.

We encourage all applicants to complete a short equality monitoring questionnaire. This is optional and for our internal monitoring purposes only. It does not form part of the selection process.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 3rd of September 2024 at Noon.

Application Questions
GSC operates an inclusive recruitment and selection process designed to enable the selection of the most suitable candidates from the widest possible range of applicants, based on individual merits and relevant abilities.

As a Science Centre, we are passionate about innovation and recognise the contribution that AI can make to job applications, however we encourage you to tailor your application content using your own words and examples.

Your application will be assessed solely on the answers you provide to the application questions and any over reliance of AI software/tools may have a detrimental impact on your application. AI detector software will be used to screen applications that are considered to be overly reliant.
Remember, while AI can assist your application, your unique knowledge, skills and experience along with personal motivations and values are what truly stand out in our process.

As part of your application you will be asked to answer the following 5 questions. Please note that when completing the application form you are unable to save and return so you may wish to prepare answers to these questions in advance. Answers have a limit of 1500 characters (approx 250 words).

Q1) What attracts you to the role of Community Learning Coordinator at Glasgow Science Centre?

Q2) How do your skills and experience make you the ideal candidate for this role?

Q3) How do you think Glasgow Science Centre can support community learners to build confidence and skills?

Q4) What considerations would you make when developing a workshop or activity for community learners?

Q5) Describe the main challenge you expect to face in this role and how you would overcome it.

Your application will be assessed solely on the answers you provide to the questions. Answers will not be reviewed in sequence and so references should not be made between questions. The selection panel will not see any CV’s or personal details until after candidates have been selected for interview. This in accordance with our inclusive recruitment practice. More information on how we recruit is available on our website.

Accessibility:
Should you require an application in a different format please email human.resources@glasgowsciencecentre.org

Additional Information:
We are equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Food & Beverage Assistant

Dalkeith Country Park is a truly special place. On the outskirts of Edinburgh, our beautiful 1,000-acre Estate is home to Restoration Yard’s gorgeous Restaurant. The catering team are passionate about creating memorable moments, whether our guests are with us for a spot of lunch, coffee & cake, or celebrating their wedding day. As well as our beautiful restaurant we also have the Coffee Shop, Larder, Cabin and many other pop-up outlets throughout the year to cater for our wide range of guests.

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to help our team to provide an exceptional service to our guests, ensuring a professional and relaxed dining experience that exceeds expectations.

What skills are required? With a passion for providing great customer service you will be a hardworking, confident, friendly and welcoming team player who can work effectively in a fast-paced environment and communicate effectively with others. You should have experience in a similar role, a positive attitude and great people skills.

Why work for us? Unlike many hospitality businesses, we work mostly in the daytime, offering a healthier work life balance and sociable hours to fit around your life. Our colleagues tell us they are proud to work here and value our commitment to their wellbeing.

If you want the opportunity to develop while working in a fun environment with like-minded people, then we want to hear from you! Weekend working is essential to cover our busiest times. We have a variety of full and part-time shifts available depending on your availability. Experience in a similar role is essential. Find out more about what we do and about working for us at www.restorationyard.com.

Interested? Please email a copy of your CV and covering letter to recruitment@buccleuch.com to apply.

The closing date for applications is 3 September.

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Labourer/Grounds Maintenance Operative

Thank you for your interest in the post of Labourer/GM operative with Historic Environment Scotland based at our Doune Depot, Stirlingshire. This is a full time, permanent and pensionable appointment.

You will, as part of the Monument Conservation Unit, have responsibility for the ongoing implementation of conservation, routine maintenance and presentation tasks for properties under the care of Historic Environment Scotland within the Doune Area including Doune Castle and Inchmahome Priory.

The Doune Monument Conservation Unit (MCU), consists of a 5 person team all of which carry out conservation and maintenance work on sites in a variety of locations. The team is headed by a Works Manager who has direct line management responsibilities for the whole team. The Labourer/GM operative as part of the MCU will have responsibility for the ongoing implementation of conservation, routine maintenance and presentation tasks of Historic Environment Scotland monuments within the Doune Depot Areas. Grounds maintenance duties will mostly take place during the summer months with the winter consisting of more general labourer duties.

You will be expected to work at any location as directed by the Works Manager. Although the depot is situated in Doune, official transport is provided to and from the various sites within the district, and beyond. Individuals are however expected to make their own way to the MCU Depot.

You will also be asked to travel using HES transport to other remote sites sometimes out with Depot areas which may include overnight stays.

Marketing Communications Business Partner – Internal Communications (Fixed Term)

Ref: GLA12381

Marketing Communications Business Partner – Internal Communications

Glasgow Life is seeking an experienced internal communications specialist. As Marketing Communications Business Partner – Internal Communications, you will be joining our in-demand Marketing Communications team with responsibility for strategic internal communications and colleague engagement. This is a full-time, fixed-term contract for a period of two years.

About Glasgow Life

Glasgow Life is the charity which inspires people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport. Simply put, we believe that everyone deserves a great Glasgow life. We do this by delivering innovative cultural and sporting programmes and events which improve the mental, physical, and economic well-being of Glasgow. Glasgow Life also creates unforgettable experiences for tourists, strengthening the city’s visitor economy. We stage world-class events, conferences and festivals which enhance Glasgow’s international reputation.

About our Corporate Services

As Marketing Communications Business Partner – Internal Communications, you will be joining Corporate Services. This includes Marketing and Communications; Business Support; Infrastructure and Finance. HR; Retail; and Procurement and Development are also part of this. These teams undertake a wide range of roles to keep Glasgow Life operating smoothly as a first-rate charity. From creating compelling messages about our work, to providing insights which help shape strategies. Corporate Services oversees the operation of more than 100 venues across the city, supporting our frontline colleagues, accounting for millions of pounds, and bringing income into Glasgow Life through our shops.

The role
As Marketing Communications Business Partner – Internal Communications, you’ll be an integral part of the Marketing Communications team leading the delivery and ongoing review of our internal communications strategy. Reporting to the Communications Lead and working within the Communications team, you will develop strategic and tactical internal communications activity to enhance awareness of Glasgow Life’s business objectives and ensure colleagues across our charity feel informed, connected and engaged. Within the Marketing Communications team, you will work in an open, dynamic and collaborative environment alongside colleagues who take pride in their company and output.

The candidate
We are looking for a candidate who is:
• An exceptional communicator with demonstrable experience of developing and leading integrated, multi-platform internal communications strategies and campaigns, preferably within a large, multi-site organisation.
• An excellent writer with a passion for storytelling as well as knowledge of internal communications best practice and emerging trends, platforms and channels.
• Able to turn complex and technical information and language into compelling messaging and content that boosts colleague engagement and embeds a positive internal culture.
• Able to work autonomously and collaboratively: building trust with colleagues and stakeholders, providing credible and authoritative communications advice, and influencing senior leaders.
• Able to interpret data and insights to measure the effectiveness of communications and inform decision-making and content planning.
• A critical thinker: demonstrating excellent business judgement with the ability to weigh competing priorities and solve problems quickly and effectively.

  • Accurate when completing tasks with excellent attention to detail and first-class planning and workload management skills.
    • Able to deliver at a strategic level with demonstrable experience in budget management, performance reporting and team leadership.

You can read the full person specification for this role under the ‘Job Attachments’ section, via the link below.

This role is working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, and our office on Albion Street has great links to public transport and parking nearby. Some of our roles are currently piloting hybrid working, with teams working between the office and home. Your line manager will agree these days with you. This balance enables you to continue much-needed collaborative working. We believe in the transformational power of the services, programmes, events and experiences we provide for the people of and visitors to Glasgow. If you would like to be a part of what we do, we’d love to hear from you.

Important dates

The closing date for applications is Sunday 1 September and interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place w/c Monday 16 September.

Under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989, this post is politically restricted.

This post is temporary for a period up to 2 years – working date of 31/10/2026.

If offer is made to internal employee (Glasgow Life or Council Family), at the end of the temporary period, eligible employees will have a right to return to a role of their substantive grade within the council family as a minimum. Employees are required to inform their current manager prior to submitting an application.

Benefits at Glasgow Life
• 30 days holiday allowance plus 6.5 public holidays (for full-time roles). After 5 years completed service, the entitlement will increase to 35 days from the next annual leave year

  • Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Discounted Glasgow Club membership and money off in our museum shops and online store
  • Option to buy extra annual leave
  • Cycle-to-work scheme
  • And much more!

Please note that Glasgow Life, as an Arms-Length External Organisation (ALEO) of Glasgow City Council, is currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure which may impact on current salaries quoted in job adverts. For more information, visit https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/jobevaluation

Diversity matters at Glasgow Life

We’re determined to reflect the extraordinary diversity of Glasgow in our workforce. Glasgow Life is on a journey to develop a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We’re a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer and invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply. You can read more about our commitment to equality and diversity on our website at https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/the-small-print/an-inclusive-employer

To apply for this vacancy online please visit https://myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/glasgow/glasgow-life/jobs/marketing-communications-business-partner-internal-communications-fixed-term-391734

Closing date is 11.59pm on Sunday 1st September 2024

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