ABOUT US
Our purpose
Did you know Glasgow Life is a charity set up to benefit everyone in the city?
The reason we exist is to:
1. Improve people's mental and physical wellbeing through culture and sport.
2. Support the city’s visitor economy and enhance its reputation as a great place to live, work, learn, and visit.
3. Generate funds through culture and sport programmes. We then re-invest in the charitable activities which support our vision.
Our mission
We inspire people to become engaged and active in a city globally renowned for culture and sport.
As a charity, we find innovative ways to make this happen across Glasgow’s diverse communities. Whether that's co-locating libraries, museums and sport centres in places like Pollok and Kelvin Hall, or hosting the first UCI World Cycling Championships in 2023.
What makes Glasgow Life unique?
Our vision, reach and commitment to bring culture and sport to everyone.
Our charitable vision
We empower communities to build their confidence and skills. This helps people to volunteer, deliver activities and shape local services. We're committed to operating in a way which is responsive and looks to address inequality.
Our reach
Our programmes, experiences and events are created for everyone in Glasgow. They also attract millions of visitors and present the city on an international stage.
Our commitment to the power of culture and sport
We work hard to support our city’s diverse communities to experience the life-changing benefits of taking part in culture and sport.
Our strategic priorities
We're committed to:
• Advancing culture and sport in the city.
• Improving the mental and physical wellbeing of local communities.
• Supporting the vibrant city economy.
• Re-investing income to achieve our mission.
CAREERS
Why choose Glasgow Life?
We exist to benefit the people of Glasgow. Our work helps people to find meaning and fulfilment through culture and sport. This is thanks to our dedicated colleagues across our charity.
BENEFITS
Our Glasgow Life colleagues are at the heart of everything we do. They enjoy a rewarding career and some excellent benefits:
A holiday allowance of 30 days plus 6.5 public holidays (for full-time roles). This will rise to 35 days after 5 years
Membership of the Strathclyde Pension Fund – which pays 19.3% in employer contributions. Learn more by visiting https://www.spfo.org.uk/
Discounted Glasgow Club membership and money off in our museum shops and online store
Option to buy extra annual leave (up to three weeks for full-time roles)
Cycle-to-work scheme
Flexible retirement
Family-friendly policies
Healthy working lives
Work-life balance
Career break policy
Employee assistance programme
Flu vaccination programme
Give-as-you-earn
Membership for Scottish Swimming after one year of employment (only for swimming teachers and lead swim teachers)
