Programme Assistant (EAF26)

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking enthusiastic, friendly and engaged individuals to join our team and provide an outstanding visitor experience. Programme Assistants will play a key role in the festival, being the first point of contact for visitors to our programme, whilst playing an important role in ensuring the security of artworks, and the safety of visitors and staff.

Locations

In 2026 Programme Assistants will be based across a range of sites and venues relating to our Commissions Programme; the EAF welcome space and wider events programme. Venues are predominantly across Leith and the city centre – many within a walking distance from each other. Programme Assistants will have the opportunity to work across multiple venues across the festival.

Contract

Fixed Term (10-30 August)

Hours

Part Time and Full Time posts available, minimum contract 12 hrs per week. During the Festival there will be some weekend and evening shifts.

Salary

£13.45 per hour

Start Date

10 August 2026

Reports To

Festival Coordinator and Festival Manager