Job Description

Grade UE05: 29,179 to 33,482 per annum, prorated to 5,838.80 to 6,696.40

CAHSS / School of Social and Political Science

Part-time: 7 hours per week

Fixed term: 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2026

We are looking for two part time Peer Learning Support Coordinators to support and develop the Peer Support Schemes across the disciplines in the School of Social and Political Science. These posts are open to matriculated undergraduate students within the School.

The Opportunity:

You will be actively involved in Peer Support Project initiation, reviews, recruitment, promotion, session planning, debriefs, professional development days and quality assurance measures in the School. You will provide administrative support for day-to-day running of the schemes including timetabling, room bookings, attendance data entry/analysis, and coordination of peer support volunteers.


These two posts are fixed term from 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2026.


These two posts are part-time (7 hours per week each). These posts will be hybrid (on a non-contractual basis) combining a mix of remote (within the UK) and regular on-campus working.


The salary for this post is 5,838.80 to 6,696.40 per annum.

Your skills and attributes for success:

A comprehensive knowledge of the School of Social and Political Science, gained as a current UG student within the School, and an understanding of the diverse profile of students within the School. Working knowledge of relevant systems, equipment, processes and procedures including standard software packages and possibly some knowledge of non-standard software, and a willingness to learn new skills as required and undertake appropriate training. Ability to prioritise and initiate a work plan, meet deadlines, and work at times unsupervised, including having the initiative and judgement to resolve many day-to-day problems independently Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive and enthusiastic approach, with the ability to inspire and encourage others about new ideas and initiatives, and a non-judgemental attitude, approachability and an interest in supporting students

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Application Information

As part of your application, please submit a CV and covering letter that addresses your suitability for the role.


Informal questions about this post can be directed to Catriona Elder, Head of Student Support and Experience, via email at Catriona.Elder@ed.ac.uk


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As a valued member of our team you can expect:

A competitive salary An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our

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Championing equality, diversity and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.


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Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is

16 July 2025

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Interviews will typically be held 2-3 weeks after the closing date.