Creative Learning Officer

Creative Learning Officer (Maternity cover)

Based in Edinburgh, however, opportunities for flexible and smarter working are offered.

Full time – 6 months Fixed-Term Contract– 35 hrs per week

Grade C

Salary: £34,330 pro rata plus pension and benefits

Are you passionate about helping shape the future of youth music across Scotland?  Creative Scotland is looking for a Creative Learning Officer to support the delivery of our Youth Music Initiative Formula Fund, during a maternity cover period. This role sits within the Arts, Inclusion & Communities directorate and works closely with the Youth Music Initiative Manager and local authorities across Scotland. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Act as key contact for local authorities, organisations and individuals involved in youth music projects.  

• Provide expert advice to support the delivery of funded projects and sector-wide initiatives.  

• Assess funding applications and make informed recommendations.  

• Leading on initiatives focused on sector learning and workforce development. 

• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure impactful delivery. 

What We’re Looking For: 

Our ideal candidate will have: 

• Proven experience of project management within the arts or public sector. 

• A strong background in youth music, with a specific knowledge of local authority and school structures.  

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Experience in assessing proposals and writing clear, concise reports. 

• A solid understanding of the creative and policy context in Scotland.  

• A clear commitment to Equalities, Diversity and Inclusion. 

Experience of managing evaluation and monitoring processes is desirable, but not essential. 

Closing date for receipt of completed application forms is 12 noon  - 26th May 2025

Interviews will be held on 10th June 2025 in person in our Edinburgh office.

If selected for interview you will be expected to be available on this date.   

If you require an application form in another format, please email recruitment@creativescotland.com.  It is essential that all applicants have eligibility to work in the UK.

Creative Scotland is an equal opportunities employer.