Reading the Game: Project Co-Ordinator role

The Scottish Football Museum is looking for an enthusiastic, organised and people-focused Project Co-ordinator to deliver an exciting new community project using Scottish football, books and shared conversation to bring people together.

The project will establish and run community book groups themed around Scottish football. Sessions will use books, football history, players, managers, clubs and memorable moments from the Scottish game as a starting point for conversation, learning, skills development and social connection.

The successful candidate will coordinate and facilitate the groups, support participants, develop engaging activities and build relationships with community organisations and other partners in addition to building a core network of volunteers to support the Project

This is an opportunity to use your enthusiasm for football, reading and community engagement to create a welcoming environment where people can develop confidence, communication and social skills while meeting others who share their interests.

• Hours: 10.5 hours per week (1.5 days)
• Contract: Fixed-term, 12 months
• Salary: £13.45 per hour rising to £14.10 in April 27
• Location: Scottish Football Museum and Other Community Facilities
• Project based in Greater Glasgow area, some travel required. Expenses reimbursed.
• Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer
• Closing date: 27/11/2026
• Interviews: Week beginning 07/12/26
• Expected start date: 14/01/2027 or later depending upon candidate availability

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver regular Scottish football-themed book group sessions.
• Recruit and support participants and encourage continued engagement.
• Select and develop accessible reading material and related activities.
• Facilitate friendly, inclusive and stimulating group discussions.
• Use Scottish football history and the Museum's collections as resources for learning and discussion.
• Develop activities that support communication, confidence, reading and social skills.
• Build relationships with community groups, libraries, learning organisations and other relevant partners.
• Promote the project and encourage participation from people who may be experiencing social isolation.
• Maintain accurate attendance, monitoring and evaluation records.
• Collect participant feedback and evidence of project outcomes.
• Contribute to project reports and funding-monitoring requirements.
• Identify opportunities for participants to become more involved in the Project as volunteers and wider community
• Ensure that all activities are delivered in accordance with the Museum's safeguarding, equality, health and safety and other relevant policies.

About you

We are looking for someone who is:
• Passionate about working with people and communities.
• Interested in Scottish football and its history and culture.
• Confident facilitating groups and encouraging discussion.
• Organised and able to manage a small community project independently.
• A good communicator who can create a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
• Sensitive to the needs of people who may have experienced social isolation or lack confidence in group settings.
• Interested in using books, stories and football heritage as tools for learning and engagement.

You do not need to be an expert in Scottish football or have previously worked in a museum. We are particularly interested in people who can connect with participants, encourage conversation and create an enjoyable and inclusive group experience.

What we offer

• An opportunity to contribute to an innovative community project.
• The chance to work with the Scottish Football Museum and its collections.
• A part-time role over 18 months.
• The opportunity to develop community engagement and project-management experience.
• The opportunity to make a positive contribution to people's social connections, confidence and wellbeing.

Job description

Download the full job description here. 

Contact

To apply for the role please send a CV and short cover note via email to: 
recruitment@scottishfootballmuseum.org.uk

The Scottish Football Museum welcomes applications from people from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for participants, volunteers and staff.

All applicants will receive an email either notifying them that they have been successful or not in being invited for interview. All interviewees will have the opportunity for feedback if they are not successful.