The National Trust for Scotland is the charity that cares for, shares and speaks up for Scotland’s magnificent heritage. Since 1931, we’ve pioneered public access to and shared ownership of some of the most magnificent buildings, collections and landscapes in Scotland. We’re Scotland’s largest membership organisation and we’re independent from government.

Among the many properties in the Trust’s care are two of the most outstanding buildings designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Margaret Macdonald; The Hill House and Mackintosh at the Willow. Together, these sites welcome 280,000 visitors annually, promoting the cultural legacy of Mackintosh and engaging visitors with the life and works of two of Scotland's most influential artists. The Mackintosh Illuminated Project will bring together these two properties in a joint engagement, communications and marketing and outreach programme to spotlight the design duo, sharing, celebrating and inspiring as many as possible with their creative genius and the beauty of their creations and create the foundation for a reappraisal of how Mackintosh and Macdonald are perceived and appreciated locally and internationally.

Job purpose

This role, providing a Diploma in Data Analytics SCQF Level 6 will work with the Insight Manager to support the collection, management, analysis and reporting of audience and project data primarily related to the Mackintosh Illuminated Project. The work will help guide decision makers and support robust reporting across the project workstreams.

Through hands-on experience and structured learning, they will gain skills in data collection, management, analysis and reporting, giving them strong foundations for a career uncovering insight from data.

The role is part of the Audiences & Support Directorate and there is flexibility in the role location.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities

• Support the identification and understanding of key audiences related to the Trust and the Mackintosh Illuminated Project in particular.
• Learn to use a variety of data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, Python, Power BI) to help answer business questions
• Work with the Insights Manager to improve end-to-end audience research including data collection, storage, transformation, modelling and reporting.
• Contribute to Mackintosh Illuminated project reporting as required
• Work with the Mackintosh Illuminated project team and a range of Audience and Support, Public Engagement and Research and IT colleagues.
• Gain credits for the diploma including:
  • Supporting Digital Business Transformation
  • Applying Methods and Principles in Project Management
  • Developing Meta-Skills and Personal Professionalism
  • Managing Data Assets
  • Planning Data Analysis
  • Locating and Accessing Data Sources
  • Transforming Data for Analysis
  • Analysing Data
  • Visualising and Communicating Data
  • Implementing Machine Learning Models

Required qualifications, skills, experience & knowledge

Qualifications

Essential

• Participating in the SCQF Level 6 Diploma in Data Analytics as part of this role.
• National 5 (or equivalent) in Mathematics or IT related subject.
• National 5 (or equivalent) in English.

Desirable

• Interest in heritage and conservation.

The current duties of this job do not require a criminal records (Disclosure Scotland) check to be carried out.

Experience

Essential

• Excellent analytical and numeracy skills and attention to detail
• IT literacy and familiarity with data analysis tools (principally Excel) and the ability to pick up other tools as appropriate
• Demonstrable experience of our core values (brave, caring, curious, inclusive, vibrant).
• Strong teamworking skills
• Good communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex ideas
• Ability to manage time efficiently and effectively in an environment of changing priorities.

Desirable

• Passion for data and uncovering meaningful insights

Dimensions and scope of job

People Management

• No line management responsibility
• Close working relationship with A&S, property teams and other Directorates

Financial Management

• None

Tools / equipment / systems

• Training will be provided for all the below:
  • Microsoft Office systems including OneDrive, Teams, Excel
  • Core NTS Survey platforms (MS Forms, Snap Survey)
  • SQL and Microsoft Azure
  • Data analysis and visualization tools (Power BI, Python)

Key performance indicators and targets

• Contributes to key objectives of the Insights function such as survey data collected, projects completed and unique users to the Audience and Insights SharePoint Hub.
• Contributes to A&S KPI through supporting membership and marketing work with actionable insight.
• Completion of all coursework and assignments for SCQF Level 6 Diploma in Digital Marketing

Place in organisational structure:Audience & Support – Communications

The Purpose, Context, Key Responsibilities, and Person Specification reflect the requirements of the job at the time of issue. The Trust reserves the right to amend these with appropriate consultation and/or request the post-holder to undertake any activities that it believes to be reasonable within the broad scope of the job or his/her general abilities.

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What we offer

• Full fixed-term role

• Competitive salary

• Flexible hybrid working between home and our Edinburgh City Centre Office, with great access by train, bus, and tram

• Generous holiday entitlement

• Company Sick Pay

• Pension with 5% employer contributions

• Death in service benefit

• Free access to employee assistance programme

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Following a successful award of funding from the Dementia Resilient Communities Fund, Scottish Book Trust is looking to appoint a Reading is Caring Manager to continue the development of the programme over the next 12 months. The Reading is Caring Manager will be responsible for the strategic planning, development and evaluation of the Reading is Caring programme. Our aim is for the programme to become a nationally accessible, self-sustaining model of training in our evidence based shared reading methodologies by advocating for and promoting the programme across the dementia sector.

Due to the limited nature of the funding, we are ideally looking for someone who can start this full-time position immediately to ensure delivery of the project goals within the funding time frame.

The role also includes developing/securing multiple income strands to enhance ongoing sustainability.

The role line manages the RiC Trainer and RiC Co-ordinator, as well as supervising freelancers on short term contracts

Fountainbridge Canalside Community Trust (FCCT) is a dynamic local charity and social enterprise working to make Fountainbridge a better place to live, work, do business and visit. We deliver projects that promote inclusion, sustainability, and community wellbeing.

Our work includes community boating activities, greenspace development, volunteering programmes, wellbeing walking groups, the Edinburgh Canal Festival, and a growing programme of community events. We are also preparing to open a new Canalside Community Space and to build a new sustainable trip boat for 2026—an exciting period of growth that this role will help bring us to life.

We are now looking for a motivated and skilled General Manager to lead our small, dedicated and experienced team and help shape the next stage of FCCT’s growth.

About the Role

As FCCT’s most senior staff member, you will provide strategic leadership while staying closely connected to day-to-day operations. This is a hands-on and varied role, ideal for someone who enjoys combining big-picture thinking with practical community-focused delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

Leadership & Strategy

• Provide inspiring and inclusive leadership for staff and volunteers
• Work with the Board to deliver strategic and operational plans
• Oversee impact measurement and reporting, including the Annual Report

Governance

• Act as the key link between the Board and staff
• Support strong governance, including acting as Company Secretary

Finance & Fundraising

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and reporting
• Drive fundraising, major grant applications, and income generation
• Build strong relationships with funders and partners

Operations & People

• Support and line-manage staff and volunteers
• Oversee social enterprise activities, community programmes, and events
• Lead delivery of flagship initiatives such as the Edinburgh Canal Festival
• Contribute to FCCT’s public profile and digital presence
• Participate in the on-call rota as Designated Person Ashore for boat operations

External Relations

• Act as the public face of FCCT
• Build partnerships with local groups, businesses, and stakeholders
• Champion the value of blue and green spaces and community wellbeing

About You

Essential:

• Strong leadership and management experience in a charity, social enterprise, or community setting
• Proven project management and fundraising skills
• Confident with financial information and decision-making
• Excellent people management skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational delivery
• Committed to inclusivity, sustainability, and community empowerment

Desirable:

• Experience in community development, volunteering, environmental or heritage projects
• Income generation or social enterprise experience
• Understanding of impact measurement
• Experience supporting volunteers and inclusive participation

What We Offer

• A varied and meaningful leadership role in a friendly, purpose-driven charity
• Flexible working from day one
• Training and development opportunities
• Pro rata holiday allowance including bank holidays
• Christmas shutdown period
• 5% employer pension contribution
• An annual canal boat trip

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We are looking for someone with experience in gardening or horticulture, strong people skills, and a passion for community-led green spaces. This is a hands-on role involving practical garden maintenance, supporting participants and helping deliver creative and nature-based activities. This post is funded through the National Lottery Community Fund for 3 years to April 2029.

WHALE Arts is a building-based and place-based community-led charity and social enterprise, founded by local people in 1992. Our mission is to be the creative heart of a thriving community.

Role Purpose

The Community Gardener will work with local residents, volunteers and staff to maintain and develop the WHALE Arts Community Garden as a welcoming, accessible and creative community space. The role will support gardening, horticulture and outdoor activities that promote wellbeing, sustainability, biodiversity and community participation.