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Form of workThe Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) would like to invite applications for the post of Heritage Outreach and Education Officer, based at The Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage, McDonald Road, Edinburgh on a permanent basis. This is a full-time opportunity, working 35 hours per week.
This is a full time post however applications from individuals seeking to work on a part time, job share or flexible working basis would be considered.
The successful candidate will be required to work two Saturdays every four weeks as part of their 35-hour working week and will be required to travel across Scotland to support various events and activities.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has an extremely rich cultural history, the world’s first municipally funded fire service was established in Edinburgh in 1824. We hold a diverse collection of items demonstrating evolution of firefighting in Scotland, through the display and maintenance of this collection we highlight the significant impact firefighting has made to the communities of Scotland.
SFRS have recently invested in the development of our new museum site in Edinburgh, which opened in June 2023. This specially designed space showcases our wonderful collections and shares the stories of the people who make up Scottish Fire and Rescue Service.
The newly established Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage is a focal point to engage with our existing audiences and tap into new visitor groups. We have a dedicated community space where we can deliver a range of engagement activities for the public, working in close collaboration with our community safety staff across SFRS. The successful candidate will use the history of the fire service to engage communities across Scotland delivering activities within the museum and as part of an outreach programme.
Full details of the role and our recruitment process can be found in the attached information pack.
Salary on appointment will normally be at the lower salary point, with progression subject to regular review – in line with the SFRS performance appraisal arrangements. A higher salary placing will be considered in exceptional circumstances subject to experience demonstrated.
This post is subject to the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exemptions) Scotland Order 2013. The successful candidate will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and will be required to carry out regulated work with adults and children.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. In addition, we are committed to being a “Disability Confident Employer” and will ensure that all applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role are invited for interview.
If you would like to apply in a different format, please email People Services at SFRS.PODVacancies@firescotland.gov.uk.
Please note, a fully completed application form must be submitted as SFRS do not accept CVs in support of applications for employment.
