Hidden Histories Research Consultant
- Part time
- Sessional
- Hybrid: Edinburgh
- Closing 20th February 2026
- Advertised from 3rd February 2026
- There is an indicative budget for this work of £16,000 (excl. VAT) inclusive of all expenses. A fixed fee proposal is required as stated in the tender requirement
Role
The National Centre for Music (NCM) are seeking an experienced research consultant to uncover and tell the history of the former Royal High School as we take on the operation of the iconic building at the foot of Carlton Hill. This role is made possible through the support of the National Lottery Heritage Fund who are funding an Activity Plan that will engage local communities, stakeholders, partners and audiences in the significant heritage story and destination of the former Royal High School.
The Hidden Histories Research Consultant will help to scope and manage our Hidden Histories research projects to enable the NCM staff, consultants and audiences to understand the full history of the former Royal High School. This consultancy post will focus on developing project(/s) with local community groups and associated staff to research the stories around the former Royal High School that have not been identified easily, with particular reference to uncovering stories about Royal High School pupils and/or staff who are from the Global Majority, women or LGBTQI+.
Application notes
If you would like more information about this role, please download our recruitment pack through our website rhspt.org/news/recruiting-national-lottery-heritage-fund-supports-new-roles-national-centre-music. If you would like to speak to a member of our team prior to application, please get in touch to arrange a chat by emailing hello@ncmscotland.org.uk.
The National Centre for Music (NCM) are seeking an experienced research consultant to uncover and tell the history of the former Royal High School as they take on the operation of the iconic building at the foot of Carlton Hill. This role is made possible through the support of the National Lottery Heritage Fund who are funding an Activity Plan that will engage local communities, stakeholders, partners and audiences in the significant heritage story and destination of the former Royal High School.
Our Research Consultant will scope and manage research projects that will enable the NCM staff, consultants and audiences to understand the full history of the former Royal High School. Research areas of interest include
- The history of the building
- The history of the former Royal High School (including its founding values)
- The stories of the pupils and staff of the former Royal High School (focusing on well-known alumni)
- The stories relating to the objects held at The Royal High School, Barnton
Our Research Consultant will establish a group of volunteers and/or community partners to help undertake this important research, and work with other members of the team to find ways of expressing this history to our audiences.
Top job! Solicitor, The Church of Scotland Law Department
- Full time
- £61,777 – £68,396
- Hybrid: Edinburgh (majority of working week in office)
- Closing 2nd March 2026
The Law Department of the Church of Scotland is a full-service legal function and we are looking for a solicitor who is eager to take on new challenges, expand areas of practice and be ready to keep up with changing legal developments.
You will have good litigation experience and will be used to advising clients on all aspects of handling, prosecuting/defending, negotiating and settling claims and representation at court hearings. You will ideally have experience of employment law including tribunal and advisory work but extensive experience is not essential as training can be given to the right candidate.
You will demonstrate sound knowledge of contract law and excellent drafting skills and be able to apply these in practice across a wide range of areas.
We are looking for a solicitor with at least four years’ post-qualifying experience ability to research, analyse and present information to clients in a coherent and logical manner so as to provide clear, accurate, practical and timely advice.
Some basic knowledge and understanding of the structure of the Church of Scotland, and of compliance and governance issues affecting the charity/voluntary sector, would be an advantage but is not essential.
The National Centre for Music (NCM) are seeking to appoint a Community Engagement Officer to play a fundamental role in the delivery of our Activity Plan supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
This role is a chance to contribute deeply to the creation of a cultural destination at the heart of Edinburgh as NCM takes on the operation of the iconic old Royal High School at the foot of Calton Hill.
The Community Engagement Officer will be responsible for delivering specific projects and opportunities within our Heritage Lottery-funded project and will collaborate with diverse communities to explore the heritage associated with the project – architectural, natural and cultural. Together with those communities, they will develop projects that offer attractive, inclusive and accessible ways for local people and visitors to engage with this heritage.
Fundraising & Engagement Officer (Corporate Partnerships)
- Full time
- £30,232 – £33,468
- On site: Glasgow
- Closing 27th February 2026
Who we are
Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity. Our aim is to make sure nobody faces dementia alone. We provide support and information for people living with dementia, their carers and families, campaign for the rights of people with dementia, fund vital dementia research, and support people to better understand and maintain their own brain health.
What you’ll do
Thanks to some fantastic new collaborations, we’re delighted to share an exciting fixed-term opportunity within our Fundraising & Engagement Team. This role will focus on stewarding an exciting new corporate partnership, as well as managing a portfolio of existing partners, helping to generate vital support for our work across Scotland.
Based in our Glasgow office, with occasional travel across Scotland to support partnership activities, you’ll play a key role in developing and coordinating these partnerships. You’ll deliver excellent supporter experiences and work closely with colleagues across Alzheimer Scotland to ensure our partners feel fully connected to the difference their support makes.
What you’ll have
The successful candidate will have a collaborative nature, strong experience in managing corporate partnerships and will be a self-starter who thrives on building meaningful relationships.
It is incredibly important to us that the successful candidate has a positive attitude towards dementia.
If you are someone with fantastic planning and organisational skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment, this is the role for you.
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