School Office & Learning Support Assistant (Part-Time)

The City of Edinburgh Council; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking a friendly, organized School Support Assistant to join Canaan Lane Primary School in Edinburgh. You will balance school office duties with practical support for children and staff, helping to create a positive, nurturing and well‑organised learning environment.

This role requires flexibility, good IT skills and the ability to work with teachers to support inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence in using IT systems and carrying out general office duties.
• Caring, patient and nurturing approach when working with children.
• Ability to support positive relationships, inclusion and children's wellbeing.
• Flexibility and initiative to manage a varied workload.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and staff.
• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day school administration and office duties.
• Prepare resources and provide practical support for learning and teaching.
• Engage with children to support positive relationships and involvement in school life.
• Help create a welcoming, well-organised environment for pupils and staff.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Caring approach

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Tools

Office suite

Job description

The City of Edinburgh Council is seeking a friendly, organized School Support Assistant to join Canaan Lane Primary School in Edinburgh. You will balance school office duties with practical support for children and staff, helping to create a positive, nurturing and well‑organised learning environment.

This role requires flexibility, good IT skills and the ability to work with teachers to support inclusion and pupil wellbeing.