Advertised from 30 January 2026

Role

Abbotsford, the home of Sir Walter Scott, is one of Scotland’s most important heritage sites and easily accessible from Edinburgh by road and rail. Now cared for by an independent charity, we are seeking an exceptional individual to lead our historic collections and built heritage care, our visitor storytelling, and our community programmes.  

In this interesting and varied role you will be responsible for the Trust’s heritage responsibilities, overseeing achievement of Museum Accreditation, as well as the further development of exceptional visitor storytelling experiences. If you also have some experience of volunteering and educational visits in a similar organisation, that will be an advantage. Overseeing a team of five, and working closely with the fundraising team to achieve your objectives, you will be a key member of our management team. As a small charity run by staff and volunteers, you should be personable and flexible in your approach to others, and be prepared to be bitten by our passion for Scott and Abbotsford. 

Full time at 35 hours a week, salary of £38,311 per annum plus benefits, including 34 days annual leave.

Application notes

For more details of the role, please download the Job Description. 

To apply, download and complete the Application Form. Candidates are asked to send the completed document, and if they wish an additional CV, to vacancies@scottsabbotsford.co.uk. 

Enquiries: giles.ingram@scottsabbotsford.co.uk 01896 752043 / 07811 100182

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