Programme Assistant (Fixed Term) PT or FT

Creative Scotland; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant creative organization in Scotland seeks a Programme Assistant to coordinate events and enhance storytelling. Ideal candidates will possess organizational flair and digital creativity, with flexibility for part-time or full-time hours. The role, which runs from January to July 2025, offers a salary range of £24.5k - £27k pro rata based on experience. Applications including a CV and brief skills statement are welcome by November 27, 2025.

Benefits

Freedom to shape creative projects

Front-row seat to creative events

Qualifications

• Strong organiser with a passion for digital creativity.
• Experience in event planning or media.
• Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for rehearsals and performances.
• Connect and collaborate with staff and partners.
• Capture events through social media and video.

Skills

Organisational skills

Digital creativity

Event coordination

Communication skills

Flexibility

Tools

Canva

iMovie

Job description

Programme Assistant (Fixed Term) PT or FT

The Frisson Foundation

Deadline: 27 November 2025 at 17:00

We’re looking for a vibrant, flexible individual who can blend a range of talents to join our small team and help us make next year's Scottish Primary School Glee Challenge unforgettable!

Location & Hours

Flexible - Scotland

Hours: Can be structured as either part-time (min 20 hrs/wk) or Full time (35 hrs/wk)

Fixed Term: Jan - July 2025 in order to support our core events which run from Feb - June. Please check our website for event dates.

This is NOT a traditional role — we’re looking for someone to join our team who is flexible and who can combine skills such as administration/organisation skills, event coordination, digital storytelling and more. We are happy to receive applications that tell us what you can offer and how you could make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for rehearsals, performances, and events — keeping schedules, communication, and resources running smoothly.
• Connect and collaborate with staff, pupils, and partners to ensure everything is organised, inclusive, and inspiring.
• Capture and share the magic of the Glee Challenge through social media, short videos, and digital newsletters.
• Add creative flair to event materials, visuals, and storytelling content (experience with Canva, iMovie, or similar is a plus).
• Support and attend our events.

Don’t meet every single requirement? we encourage you to apply to tell us what you can offer our organisation and how you could make a difference. You could still be the right candidate for us.

You Might Be…

• A strong organiser who also loves digital creativity and communications.
• A school staff member, administrator, or creative professional who thrives on variety.
• Someone with experience in event planning, media, or storytelling who enjoys inspiring others.

What You’ll Bring

• Enthusiasm, flexibility, and a can‑do spirit.
• Organisational flair to juggle event details and timelines.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills.
• Clear communication and teamwork.
• Flexibility and initiative to problem‑solve on the go.
• IT, Basic design or video‑editing skills (Canva, iMovie).

What You’ll Get

• A role that grows with your strengths.
• Freedom to help shape creative projects.
• A front‑row seat to the magic of song and teamwork.

Salary Scale: £24.5k - £27k pa based on 35 hrs/wk. Placement based on experience and salary paid pro rata on agreed hours of work.

To Apply

Send your CV and a short statement (max 300 words) describing how your unique mix of skills would help our team and make next year’s Glee Challenge shine to [e-mail]. Please also confirm your availability regarding our event dates.

The deadline is Thursday 27 November 2025 at 17:00.