Job Description

We are looking for a part-time Information & Support Assistant to join our friendly and welcoming Edhelp Team. This fixed-term position, ending 31 July 2026, is based in central Edinburgh, just a few minutes' walk away from local bus routes and Waverley train station, with occasional work at any of our 10 library sites around the city as required. The Information & Support Assistant will work 28 hrs per week (Wed & Thu 10.00-19.00; Fri 09.00-17.00; Sat 12.00-17.00), making this role ideal for someone who has to balance work with other commitments.

What we can offer you:

A competitive salary of 26,093 - 28,778 (UE04) (pro rata for part time staff) A chance to improve student experience by delivering high quality support in the areas of Library, IT, Student Administration and Student Finance. Generous annual leave allowance of 40 days per year inclusive of festive closure days (pro rata for part time staff) Highly competitive defined-benefit pension scheme with a substantial employer contribution A day of paid leave annually for your chosen volunteering activity Access to excellent online learning and a Staff Scholarship fund Varied staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives , support for staff wellbeing and more
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What the job involves:

Providing frontline support to students, staff and visitors of the University across a range of services including Library, IT, Student Finance and Student Administration Giving excellent customer service while offering face-to-face and online help and information to users Managing a high volume in-person and online enquiries, working flexibly in order to respond to shifting service needs Resolving user queries whenever possible, passing on those which require more specialist help
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A bit about you:

Customer focussed with proven customer service skills Ability to quickly learn new IT applications and business systems in order to support users and resolve common issues Well-developed written, verbal and interpersonal skills Ability to problem solve and be accurate and methodical Ability to manage a high volume of enquiries both face-to-face and online A proven ability to work well independently and as part of a team

Application procedure:

We welcome informal enquiries about the role - to find out more please email Miruna Cuzman, EdHelp Services Manager, at Miruna.Cuzman@ed.ac.uk .



The University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. If you have the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race.



Prior to any employment commencing candidates will be required to evidence Right to Work in the UK

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The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants will therefore be unable to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker visa. They will only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.


To apply, upload a CV and cover letter before

Monday, 1 December 2025.

Interviews will be held in-person during week commencing 15 December 2025.