Heritage Engagement Officer (Schools and Families)

Creative Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A heritage organization is seeking a Heritage Engagement Officer to develop and deliver educational programmes for school groups and families. The role is part-time, 20 hours over 3 days, based at Abbotsford in the Scottish Borders. Ideal candidates will have experience in heritage engagement and will be responsible for creating resources and activities for learners of different ages.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and delivering learning or engagement programmes in a heritage setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the development and delivery of programmes for school groups and families.
• Create resources and activities for learners of various ages.
• Work with the Heritage and Community Manager to develop a Schools Access and Travel Scheme.

Job description

Overview

Heritage Engagement Officer (Schools and Families) – The Abbotsford Trust

Deadline: 29 September 2025 at 09:00

Role and Responsibilities

• Lead on the development and delivery of programmes for both school groups and families.
• Create resources and activities, and facilitate engagement experiences for formal and non-formal learners of a variety of ages (e.g., school sessions, BookBugs, and ‘Family Fridays’).
• Work closely with the Heritage and Community Manager to develop and facilitate a Schools Access and Travel Scheme.

Profile / Qualifications

We are particularly interested in candidates with previous experience in developing and delivering learning or engagement programmes in a heritage setting.

Details

Part time at 20 hours over 3 days – one year (with possibility for extension).

Salary: £13,800 (pro rata FTE £24,151 – Grade 3).

Location: Abbotsford, the home of Sir Walter Scott in the Scottish Borders.

Abbotsford is a heritage site designed and built by Sir Walter Scott, opened to the public in 1833 and continues to inspire visitors.

Application Process

Visit https://www.scottsabbotsford.com/about/vacancies/heritage-engagement-officer-schools-and-families

For more details, download the Heritage Engagement Officer (Schools and Families) Job Description at https://www.scottsabbotsford.com/files/1758010992_772ce41fd87001eee905.pdf

To apply, download and complete the Application form and label it with your name. Forms: https://www.scottsabbotsford.com/files/1626261504_9ed027227c14ef23ed79.docx

Candidates should send the completed document, and optionally a CV, to [e-mail] and label your CV with your name.

For enquiries, contact [e-mail] or call 01896 752043.

Deadline and Interview

Closing date for applications is 9am Monday 29 September 2025; interview date is expected Monday 6 October.

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