Job Description

The Byre Theatre is looking for a part time Visitor Services Assistant to join its busy and professional team.



Part of the University of St Andrews and based in the heart of the town, the Byre is a vibrant venue presenting a dynamic mix of professional, amateur and student-led work across theatre, dance, musicals, music, opera, festivals, film screenings and special events.



The Visitor Services Assistant is a customer facing role working as part of a highly skilled team to deliver an exceptionally busy programme of performances and events.



The successful candidate will assist in the running of a first-class ticket sales system and offer a welcoming, efficient box office and reception service. Front of House and Kiosk/Bar sales duties make up part of this role. The role also supports the promotion of and attendance at Byre Theatre events.


Please see the Further Particulars for more information and to apply.



We are looking for someone with:


Proven customer care and sales experience Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Flexibility to work on varied shifts throughout the week

Employees of the University have access to a wide range of

staff benefits

including:

Annual leave of 30 days, plus 5 public holidays Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions A range of family friendly policies Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme
Further information and informal enquiries may be directed to Mary McKenzie, email: mcm21@st-andrews.ac.uk



Applications are particularly welcome from women, people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME)



Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience and form a central pillar of the University Strategy. We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter and Race Charters). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network. Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/



This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa or by contacting our HR Immigration Team on hrimmigration@st-andrews.ac.uk.

Closing Date: 12 January 2026

Interview Date: 22 January 2026

Please quote ref: CG2166DD

The Byre Theatre



Salary: 25,353 per annum, pro rata



Start Date: As soon as possible



Hours: 4 hours per week

School/Unit:

The Byre Theatre

Posted:

15/12/2025

Closing date:

12/01/2026

Closing time:

23:59