We are hiring!

If you’re passionate about Shetland’s cultural heritage and want to make a real difference helping to protect, celebrate and share what makes Shetland so special, ones of these roles could be perfect for you.

We are currently recruiting for two exciting positions:

Programme Coordinator
Collaborating closely with colleagues, this post will take an operational lead in the co-ordination of a wide-ranging programme across Shetland Amenity Trust delivered as part of our heritage-based services in Shetland for our community and visitors. A significant focus of the role will be delivered under the Shetland Wool Week brand. Find out more about the role and apply...



Learning Assistant – Community Engagement
The post holder will be a dynamic team player who will develop and facilitate inspiring informal learning experiences across a variety of topics relating to Shetlands cultural and natural heritage, delivering to a wide-ranging audience from children to adults. Find out more about the role and apply...

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