At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and supervise children in a fun, engaging environment.
- Company: Join a vibrant family of independent schools in Edinburgh.
- Benefits: Enjoy free lunches, sports club access, and professional development funding.
- Other info: Flexible part-time hours with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on young learners while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with children and a passion for education are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Position Type: Fixed Term, Part Time, Term Time
Salary: £4,289.62 per month
Location: Edinburgh
Contract: Temporary, 14 Aug 2026 to 15 Aug 2027
Hours: Monday to Friday 1-2.30pm (7.5 hrs per week)
Closing Date: 17 July 2026
Department: Teaching Support
The Role
Erskine Stewart Melville is recruiting a Teacher Assistant (Primary 1) to support teaching staff and supervise children at the ESM Junior School.
- Support teaching staff within the classroom and with administration.
- Supervise children in the lunch hall, playground, and in classrooms during inclement weather.
- Work with individual children as directed by the Support for Learning Department.
The successful candidate must have experience working with children, be kind and enthusiastic, and put the interests of the children first. Ideally they have experience supporting a teacher in a classroom.
Eligibility
This role is only open to individuals who can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK. International applicants who require a Skilled Worker visa may not apply.
Benefits
- Free school lunches
- Free Sports’ Club membership, including access to pool and fitness suites
- Paid moving house day
- Employer pension contributions of up to 8%
- Death in service benefit
- Family friendly policies, including enhanced maternity leave
- Membership of the ESMS Discount and Benefits Scheme, covering 130,000 retail and entertainment locations
- Employee Assistance Service
- Cycle to work scheme
- Car leasing salary sacrifice scheme
- Annual professional review process
- Regular salary reviews
- Funding toward professional qualifications
Values and Policies
ESMS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Disclosure Scotland. All staff working at ESMS have direct access to young people; therefore all posts within the school are considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
About ESMS
ESMS is a vibrant family of independent schools in Edinburgh offering nursery, junior, secondary, and sixth form education. We value kindness, confidence, resilience, integrity, and curiosity, and aim to nurture the whole child through innovative programmes.
TEACHER ASSISTANT (PRIMARY 1) employer: ESMS: Erskine Stewart's Melville Schools
ESMS: Erskine Stewart's Melville Schools is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and well-being. Located in the vibrant city of Edinburgh, the school provides unique benefits such as fee remission for staff children, free lunches, and generous pension contributions, making it an attractive place for HR professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in education.
Contact Details:
ESMS: Erskine Stewart's Melville Schools Recruitment Team
