Vacancies and opportunities

We believe in the fundamental right of every person in Scotland to read books they love, to develop their own voice through creative writing, and to have that voice heard. We are looking for people who want to transform lives through reading and writing.

Scottish Book Trust is committed to the principles of Fair Work First(this link will open in a new window). We have prepared a Fair Work First action plan that identifies the work we are currently doing and the actions we will take to continuously develop Scottish Book Trust staff and our employment practices.

Scottish Book Trust is committed to promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

Scottish Book Trust is committed to promoting Inclusion and Belonging by welcoming applicants from all areas of our communities regardless of their age, disability, neurodiversity, chronic health conditions, mental health, deafness, gender expression, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity/paternity, adoption, surrogacy, being a parent or carer, race, citizen status, immigration status, nationality, language, ethnic background, hair texture or style, skin tone, cultural markings and/or tattoos, religion, belief or having no religion, gender(s), sexual orientation, class, socio-economic status, or educational background.

Important information

We have recently updated our application process. Please ensure you follow the process carefully, especially if you have previously applied for roles, as some of our forms have changed.

CVs and/or content suspected to be AI-generated will not be accepted.

Please complete and submit both parts A and B of the application form.

Part A will be scored as a standalone document when our panel is creating a long list of candidates potentially suitable for interview. You should refer to the job description when completing your Personal Statement to demonstrate your suitability for the role. 

Please read the instructions in the application form carefully to give your application the best chance of success.

Current opportunities

• Reading Schools Early Years Project Manager

Contract: Full-time (35 hours per week). Fixed term until 31 August 2026

Salary: Starting salary £30,975 per annum (Grade 4)

Closing date: 28 July 2025

• Vacancy: School Communities Regional Outreach Co-ordinator (Aberdeen)

Contract: Part-time (21 hours per week). Fixed term for 12 months.

Salary: £15,750 (£26,250 FTE) (Grade 3)

Closing date: 4 August 2025

Recently closed

• Director of Programme