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Paintings Conservator Touring Exhibitions
The National Galleries of Scotland
Full-time and Fixed Term to 31 March 2030 Salary £37,614 - £41,138 per annum Plus generous benefits package On site with flexible working About the role We are delighted to announce a new opportunity for an experienced Paintings Conservator to join our Conservation Department at the National Galleries of Scotland. We are seeking a skilled and collaborative Conservator to help us share our collection with audiences around the world. To succeed in this post, you’ll bring resourcefulness, enthusiasm, and excellent interpersonal skills along with a strong professional network. You will have evidence-based skills as Painting Conservator, and you will be confident in assessing and treating a wide range of materials and formats. Our extensive painting collection is often on the move. You’ll be at the heart sharing this collection with the widest possible audience ensuring that works from our rich and varied painting collection travel safely, sustainably and look their very best when on display. Your work will play a vital role in delivering our wider strategy, supporting our Public Offer, equalities, and environmental priorities. You’ll help preserve the collection while enabling us to deliver a generous lending programme from our diverse collections, also an ambitious number of exhibitions across our galleries. Through research and outreach, you will deepen knowledge of the collection and help attract new audiences to engage with it. This is more than just a conservation role. It is an opportunity to make a lasting difference to the way we care for, understand and share our collection. About the Touring Programme National Galleries of Scotland is launching an ambitious international touring programme contributing to our aim to make art work for everyone. This new initiative builds on past touring success and increases opportunities for the collection to be shared with audiences across the world. The touring programme is also part of our strategy to grow our income to ensure our future financial sustainability. Work has already begun and we are now recruiting a number of posts from May 2026 to support taking the touring programme forward. The programme will run initially to 31 March 2030. The success of the initiative will determine next steps for both the programme and the team supporting it. You will help to deliver this ambitious new initiative. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven individual to demonstrate their impact and contribute to shaping the success of the programme. The difference you’ll make The role sits within our Painting Conservation section within the Conservation Department. You will also work closely with colleagues specialising in frames, preventive conservation, paper, sculpture, and time-based media. Together, we are a collaborative department where everyone strives to keep abreast of recent developments within the wider profession. Knowledge-sharing, research, and innovation are encouraged and celebrated. You will have the chance to develop and embed professional approaches to painting conservation across the collections. Reporting to a Senior Paintings Conservator your core activities will include: -Assessing the condition of paintings for our busy touring exhibition and short-term loan programme. -Preparing works for travel with a focus on preventive conservation measures and rigorous documentation. -Delivering a variety of interventive painting conservation projects with sensitivity, skill and imagination while undertaking research and exploring new ways of working, where appropriate. -Developing appropriate methodologies for documenting paintings including entering information into our collections management database. -Supporting the other painting conservators with exhibition preparation and delivery -Communicating and collaborating frequently with colleagues from across the organisation, for example, other conservators, conservation and art handling technicians, members of collection management and curators. -Delivering a variety of interventive painting conservation projects with sensitivity, skill and imagination while undertaking research and exploring new ways of working, where appropriate. -Keeping abreast of developments in the paintings conservation sector and undertaking appropriate art historical and heritage science research to enhance our knowledge of the collection and inform working practices. -Delivering activities to widen our audiences and encourage engagement with conservation. -Working with and supervising volunteers, placement students, and external conservation specialists. Who we are looking for To succeed in this role, you’ll need the following range of knowledge, skills, and experience: -A recognised qualification in paintings conservation with at least two years’ experience post- graduation, ideally within the museums sector. -Experience of assessing and preparing works for loan and implementing solutions for safe transport and public access. -A track record of delivering a range of painting conservation projects with the ability to carry out research and devise innovative solutions to new challenges. -Excellent time-management and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and deliver under pressure. -Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, accurate and well-structured documentation. -The ability to work effectively as part of a team, and the confidence to take on a leading role when required. -Strong connections within the painting conservation sector, and commitment to continuous professional development. -Knowledge of relevant Health and Safety regulations. -Excellent IT skills, including MS Office and image processing software. -Experience of using a collections management database. -Professional accreditation through the Institute of Conservation (ICON) PACR scheme, or a clear commitment to work towards this. It would also be great if you have experience of: -Factoring equalities and environmental sustainability into your work. -Writing for publications and social media. -Supervising placement students and volunteers. Please apply directly via our careers portal. Applications via email will not be accepted. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday, 06 April 2026.
Location: Edinburgh
Deadline: 6 April 2026
Finance Manager
Dance Base
We are looking for a Finance Manager to provide senior financial oversight, including planning, reporting, governance and strategic support to Dance Base. Working closely with the CEO and senior colleagues, the role promotes a strong financial culture and cross-team collaboration to effectively plan for Dance Base’s long-term resilience in a challenging business environment. Contract type: part time/permanent Hours: 21 hours per week Salary: £40,000 Pro Rata
Location: Edinburgh
Deadline: 17 April 2026
Fellowship | Directing
National Theatre of Scotland
The National Theatre of Scotland’s Fellowship Programme for creative cultural leaders is designed to support creatives to experiment, be bold, be brave and take creative risks within a supportive environment. Over 18 months, the Directing Fellow will be embedded in one of the following departments: Artistic Development or Creative Engagement, depending upon their experience and area of interest. They will also be embedded in artistic decision-making practices and processes across the organisation. The Fellow will be supported to engage in the following areas of work: Supporting programming and commissioning decisions for new works in development, through active participation in a range of internal artistic planning meetings. They will be embedded in artistic decision-making practices and processes across the organisation. Dedicated time and budget to design and develop the early stages of a new theatrical project. They will undertake their own research project which explores change-making.* This could be something new they want to explore, or it could be about having supported time to develop a personal change-making project they have recently started. During the programme there will be regular check-ins with the Artistic Director and members of the senior team, to share reflections on their time with the organisation and their personal goals as well as meetings with the wider Fellows cohort. The Fellows will be supported to build new relationships with key partners and further opportunities within the sector will be identified post fellowship. *We are open to your interpretation of leadership and change-making. It could include things like how you make work, how you build or co-build a team, how you mentor and/or support other creatives, how you affect policy, activism, and best practices in the sector etc. It could include activities you have done professionally or personally. Eligibility The fellowship is open to applicants who meet the following criteria: Identifying as being from global majority communities* or lower socio-economic backgrounds** Have at least 5 years professional experience in the performing arts. Are over 18 years old and not a full-time student. Live and work in Scotland. *Global Majority includes, Black, Brown or People of Colour, those from the African Diaspora, Caribbean Diaspora, East Asian Diaspora, South-East Asian Diaspora, South Asian Diaspora, West Asian and Middle East Diaspora, Latinix, Indigenous people, biracial/ multiple heritage. **lower-economic includes those who are from low-income households and/ or identify as working class. The Fellowship Programme is supported by Esmée Fairbairn Foundation.
Location: Glasgow
Deadline: 27 April 2026
Fellowship | Dramaturgy
National Theatre of Scotland
The National Theatre of Scotland’s Fellowship Programme for creative cultural leaders is designed to support creatives to experiment, be bold, be brave and take creative risks within a supportive environment. Over 18 months, the Dramaturgy Fellow will be embedded in Artistic Development department. They will also be embedded in artistic decision-making practices and processes across the organisation. The Fellow will be supported to engage in the following areas of work: Supporting programming and commissioning decisions for new works in development, through active participation in a range of internal artistic planning meetings. Reflecting on experience of company systems and processes (and exploring alternatives), in quarterly meetings with the Artistic Director and other senior staff. Designing a small programme of free artist development activities for writers. The Producing Fellow and Dramaturgy Fellow may wish to work in partnership to deliver a joined-up artist development programmes across their portfolios. They will undertake their own research project which explores change-making.* This could be something new they want to explore, or it could be about having supported time to develop a personal change-making project they have recently started. During the programme there will be regular check-ins with the Artistic Director and members of the senior team, to share reflections on their time with the organisation and their personal goals as well as meetings with the wider Fellows cohort. The Fellows will be supported to build new relationships with key partners and further opportunities within the sector will be identified post fellowship. *We are open to your interpretation of leadership and change-making. It could include things like how you make work, how you build or co-build a team, how you mentor and/or support other creatives, how you affect policy, activism, and best practices in the sector etc. It could include activities you have done professionally or personally. Eligibility The fellowship is open to applicants who meet the following criteria: Identifying as being from global majority communities* or lower socio-economic backgrounds** Have at least 5 years professional experience in the performing arts. Are over 18 years old and not a full-time student. Live and work in Scotland. *Global Majority includes, Black, Brown or People of Colour, those from the African Diaspora, Caribbean Diaspora, East Asian Diaspora, South-East Asian Diaspora, South Asian Diaspora, West Asian and Middle East Diaspora, Latinix, Indigenous people, biracial/ multiple heritage. **lower-economic includes those who are from low-income households and/ or identify as working class. The Fellowship Programme is supported by Esmée Fairbairn Foundation.
Location: Glasgow
Deadline: 27 April 2026
Bold immersive media innovators
Kyoobit
A new immersive format for the bold. Sign up for early access to our Kyoobit Designer and easily customise your Three360scenes that can be deployed as immersive destination experiences for in person audiences.
Location: Edinburgh
Deadline: 9 May 2026
Behind the Scenes – Artists’ Day
National Theatre of Scotland
Taking place at Rockvilla on Saturday the 16 May 2026 from 11:00am till 4:30pm, this free one-day event is for Scottish artists from any discipline who identify as experiencing barriers to access within the theatre sector. The day combines practical learning, honest conversation, and relaxed networking in a supportive, low‑pressure environment, and aims to help artists better understand how the industry works and how to advocate for themselves within it. Across the day, participants will: Take part in informal networking with peers Explore practical tips for demystifying how to pitch yourself (and your work) as an artist Hear directly from National Theatre of Scotland staff and other professionals in a panel exploring what happens behind the scenes at NTS, with space to ask your own questions Choose between two workshops lead by leading industry professionals Lunch, snacks, teas and coffees will be provided. Who It’s for This event is for artists who are aged 18+, at any stage of their career and who self‑identify as experiencing barriers to access. This may include (but is not limited to) artists who: Identify as neurodivergent and/or disabled Come from working‑class, migrant, or lower socio‑economic backgrounds Have faced geographical barriers to theatre or arts education Experience age, maternity, or caring‑related barriers Identify as Global Majority, LGBTQIA+, or as part of other underrepresented groups Artists can be from any discipline and at any stage of their career.
Location: Glasgow
Deadline: 16 April 2026
Producer
Independent Arts Projects
Independent Arts Projects is seeking an experienced Producer of new theatre and participative arts projects to work with the Executive Director on the programming and producing of a varied programme of performance, workshops & events. You will work closely with artists, collaborators, funders, and partners to help realise an ambitious programme that prioritises socially engaged practice, access and care. We are looking for an experienced producer with a strong track record in performance and participative arts projects and the ability to work on complex projects. This is a fixed-term contract from until 31 March 2028, with flexible working. It is based on an annual salary of £33,000 and 5% pension contributions. Independent Arts Projects is committed to equity, inclusion, and warmly welcomes applications from candidates from underrepresented backgrounds. Application deadline: 12 noon, Monday 20th April. To apply please visit the IAP website to download the application pack.
Location: City of Edinburgh
Deadline: 20 April 2026
Fellowship | Producing
National Theatre of Scotland
The National Theatre of Scotland’s Fellowship Programme for creative cultural leaders is designed to support creatives to experiment, be bold, be brave and take creative risks within a supportive environment. Over 18 months, the Producing Fellow will be embedded in one of the following departments: Artistic Development, Producing and Planning or Creative Engagement, depending upon their experience and area of interest. They will also be embedded in artistic decision-making practices and processes across the organisation. The Fellow will be supported to engage in the following areas of work: Supporting programming and commissioning decisions for new works in development, through active participation in a range of internal artistic planning meetings. Reflecting on experience of company systems and processes (and exploring alternatives), in quarterly meetings with the Artistic Director and other senior staff. The Fellow will be given dedicated time to design and deliver a free artist development project, as part of National Theatre of Scotland's activity. The Producing Fellow and Dramaturgy Fellow may wish to work in partership to deliver a joined-up artist development programmes across their portfolios. They will undertake their own research project which explores change-making.* This could be something new they want to explore, or it could be about having supported time to develop a personal change-making project they have recently started. During the programme there will be regular check-ins with the Artistic Director and members of the senior team, to share reflections on their time with the organisation and their personal goals as well as meetings with the wider Fellows cohort. The Fellows will be supported to build new relationships with key partners and further opportunities within the sector will be identified post fellowship. *We are open to your interpretation of leadership and change-making. It could include things like how you make work, how you build or co-build a team, how you mentor and/or support other creatives, how you affect policy, activism, and best practices in the sector etc. It could include activities you have done professionally or personally. Eligibility The fellowship is open to applicants who meet the following criteria: Identifying as being from global majority communities* or lower socio-economic backgrounds** Have at least 5 years professional experience in the performing arts. Are over 18 years old and not a full-time student. Live and work in Scotland. *Global Majority includes, Black, Brown or People of Colour, those from the African Diaspora, Caribbean Diaspora, East Asian Diaspora, South-East Asian Diaspora, South Asian Diaspora, West Asian and Middle East Diaspora, Latinix, Indigenous people, biracial/ multiple heritage. **lower-economic includes those who are from low-income households and/ or identify as working class. The Fellowship Programme is supported by Esmée Fairbairn Foundation.
Location: Glasgow
Deadline: 27 April 2026
Event Crew and Technicians
Edinburgh Science
We are seeking interest and CVs from crew, technicians, and production staff with experience in preparation, installation, de-rig, and live operations within a festival and live event setting. As part of our network of contractors, you will support Edinburgh Science as we deliver our multi-disciplinary programme, including our flagship festival in April 2026 and our Generation Science schools touring program. Additional work is also available supporting the general operations of the organisation.
Location: Edinburgh
Deadline: 1 May 2026