Learning Assistant – Sport and Fitness


Company:	Edinburgh College
Salary:	£34,049 to £35,993 a year, pro rata
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Edinburgh, EH5 1QE
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	5 Oct 2026
Closing date:	12 Oct 2026

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Summary

Edinburgh College is looking for a multi-skilled Learner Assistant to support the Sport and Fitness Department. Applicants should have current industry experience in Sports Coaching, Fitness Health and Exercise, Sports Therapy and Strength and Conditioning. The role involves supporting learners from SCQF Level 4 to Level 8 across practical and theoretical subjects within Sport, Fitness and Sport Therapy.

In addition to learner support, the role will include providing administrative assistance to the department to support the day-to-day administration of Sport and Fitness programmes.

We operate a guaranteed interview scheme and open this to people from minority ethnic backgrounds; people living with a disability, the care experienced and Armed forces veterans - if you meet the essential criteria, you will automatically be selected for an interview.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

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