Assistant Technician

2 days ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh Full time

Grade UE04 (£26,093 - £28,778 p.a.)

College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Moray House School of Education and Sport

Full time, 35 hours per week

Open-ended

We are looking for an Assistant Technician to support teaching across a number of gym spaces and specialist sport science and human performance laboratories.

The post holder will be based in St Leonard's Land on Holyrood Campus.

The Opportunity:

A fantastic opportunity to join our Technical Services team. The post holder will play a key role in providing practical and specialist support for teaching in the gym areas, working in collaboration with teaching staff to prepare practical activities and support learning. The post holder will also have the opportunity to provide technical support to a range of specialist activities across the school, establishing and maintaining working relationships with a range of internal contacts.

Your skills and attributes for success:

  • Vocational qualifications (N/SVQ 2/3, ONC or equivalent) plus experience in a relevant role such as a gym or sports environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Understanding of relevant Health & Safety policies and procedures.
    Active interest in sport/physical education.

Click to view a copy of the full job description (opens in a new browser tab).

Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:

  • CV
    Cover Letter

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 staff benefits page (opens in a new browser tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits

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.

Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens in a new browser tab)

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.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 24 November 2025

Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.

Interviews will be held w/c 8 December 2025

  • Interior Technician

    6 days ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Rentokil Initial Group Full time

    Ambius Interior Landscaping TechnicianJoin Our Team and Make a DifferenceWe are currently seeking an Interior Landscaping Technician to join our dedicated team covering the Central Belt and North Scotland areas. If you are creative and have a passion for horticulture, plants and flowers, this could be the perfect opportunity for youWhy Join...

  • Simulation Technician

    2 weeks ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom CAE Full time £60,000 - £90,000 per year

    About This RoleThe Simulation Technician is responsible to the Maintenance Manager (or delegate) to perform all preventative and corrective maintenance on training devices under support in a safe and effective manner, ensuring maximum successful training events are able to be achieved by the end user.The role is also responsible for supply support within the...

  • CAD Technician

    1 week ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Franks Portlock Consulting Limited Full time

    CAD TechnicianLocation: RosythAbout UsFranks Portlock is a UKAS accredited, leading asbestos consultancy company, specialising in asbestos and environmental testing, asbestos surveys, and consultancy. We have over a decade of experience in asbestos surveying, sample analysis, air testing, four stage clearance testing, and have expanded rapidly over the past...

  • Mechanical Technician

    1 week ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Babcock Full time

    Job Title: Mechanical TechnicianLocation: Dunbar, East LothianCompensation:     Up to £35,100 + £3K Bonus + Overtime at 1.5xRole Type: Full time / Permanent Role ID: SF61425Lead the Future of Nuclear Engineering At Cavendish Nuclear we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Mechanical...

  • Mechanical Technician

    1 week ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Cavendish Nuclear Full time

    **Job Title: Mechanical TechnicianLocation: Dunbar, East LothianCompensation: Up to £35,100 + £3K Bonus + Overtime at 1.5xRole Type: Full time / PermanentRole ID: SF61425Lead the Future of Nuclear Engineering**At Cavendish Nuclear we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Mechanical...

  • Desktop Support Technician

    14 hours ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Coreitech Full time

    Company DescriptionCoreitech Limited is a leading British technology company specializing in technology consulting, cybersecurity, and outsourcing services. Founded in the United Kingdom, Coreitech has its headquarters in London with a wide operational footprint across the UK. The company is dedicated to providing innovative solutions and expertise to...

  • Trainee Windscreen Technician

    10 hours ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Autoglass® Full time

    Contract TypeRegularAbout Autoglass And LaddawWe're a recognised superbrand and we know where we're going. We're a business with direction and purpose and regardless of your role here, it's about us all making a difference with real care. We never stand still. We're relentless, innovative and ambitious, always looking to go further and improve, which...

  • Trainee Windscreen Technician

    3 days ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Laddaw Ltd Full time

    Contract Type:Regular About Autoglass and Laddaw  We're a recognised superbrand and we know where we're going. We're a business with direction and purpose and regardless of your role here, it's about us all making a difference with real care. We never stand still. We're relentless, innovative and ambitious, always looking to go further and...

  • Utility-Scale Site Technician

    1 week ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Solar Careers UK Full time

    With the UK government's ambitious goal of delivering 60GW of solar power by 2030, Solar Careers UK are on a mission to help recruit, train, and place over 43,000 new professionals into rewarding careers within the solar and battery storage industry.Solar Careers UK is a division of Solar Energy UK, the trade association representing over 425 solar...

  • Manufacturing Technician

    2 days ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom RoslinCT Full time

    Manufacturing TechnicianLocation: Edinburgh BioQuarter, Little FranceWho are we?At RoslinCT, we manufacture advanced cell therapies that help improve and save lives. We're growing fast, and we're looking for Manufacturing Technicians to join our shift teams in our modern cleanroom facilities.This is a great fit for people from backgrounds like retail,...