Current Vacancies
Programme Assistant
NHS Forth Valley — Wellbeing Through Arts Strategy
Artlink Central | Stirling & Forth Valley | Fixed-term, May 2026 – March 2027 | 12 hours/week
Support a nationally recognised arts and health programme across NHS Forth Valley sites. Practical, varied role in music, exhibitions and engagement. A great opportunity to develop skills in arts and health.
The Role at a Glance
• Salary: £25,516 – £27,780 per annum pro rata (depending on experience)
• Hours: 12 hours per week
• Contract: Fixed-term, May 2026 to end of March 2027
• Location: Forth Valley Royal Hospital and other NHS Forth Valley sites, with some time at Artlink Central, Stirling
• Reports to: Creative Programme Manager
• Leave: 33 days pro rata per year (inclusive of statutory and public holidays)
• PVG registration required (cost met by Artlink Central)
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle required
About the Role
Artlink Central is looking for a Programme Assistant to support the delivery of the Wellbeing Through Arts Strategy for NHS Forth Valley — a nationally recognised programme embedding the arts across hospital and healthcare settings in the region.
This is a varied, practical role working across visual arts, music, and audience engagement. You will support the day-to-day running of the programme — from coordinating musicians and managing exhibition logistics to maintaining art collections and contributing to events and evaluation. You will work as part of a small creative team, under the direction of the Creative Programme Manager.
The ability to listen well, follow direction, work reliably, and use initiative to get things done matters more than experience in every area. This is a genuine opportunity to develop skills and experience in arts and health programming.
What You Will Do
• Coordinate music sessions across NHS Forth Valley sites — scheduling, logistics, and on-the-day support
• Support exhibition planning and installation, including packing, transport, and wall text production
• Maintain art storage, carry out condition checks, and keep the inventory up to date
• Build relationships with NHS staff, patients, and community contacts to promote engagement
• Contribute to programme evaluation, monitoring, and funder reporting
• Support events, performances, and public-facing activities as required
Who We Are Looking For
We are not looking for a perfect CV. We are looking for the right person. You might be early in your career, returning to work, or moving into arts and health from another field.
• Some experience of or genuine interest in arts, culture, or a related field — formal or informal
• Openness to working in NHS settings and an interest in the role of the arts in health and wellbeing
• Good organisational skills and a conscientious, reliable approach to tasks
• Clear communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to listen carefully and act on direction
• Physical confidence with practical tasks including handling and installing artwork
• Competent use of Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Current driving licence and access to a vehicle
About Artlink Central
Artlink Central is an inclusive arts charity based in Stirling, working across Forth Valley and Central Scotland. Established in 1988, we deliver participatory arts, arts in health, place-based cultural development, and public art programmes. We are a Living Wage Employer and are committed to equal opportunities. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
How to Apply
For an informal conversation about the role, contact:
Silvia Sinibaldi, Creative Programme Manager: silvia@artlinkcentral.org
To apply, submit your application via our online form and email a CV to silvia@artlinkcentral.org with the subject line: Programme Assistant Application. No covering letter required.
Key Dates
• Advert live: week commencing 23 March 2026
• Application deadline: Wednesday 8 April 2026, 11.59pm
• Interviews: Thursday 16 April 2026
• Prospective start date: Monday 28 April 2026