Receptionist

Grade UE04: £26,093 - £28,788 per annum pro-rata as part-time

College of Science and Engineering / School of Informatics

Part-time: 25 hours per week

Fixed-term: until 31^st July 2027

Your next step starts here. Be part of something bigger. 

With roles from hospitality to research, there’s a career for everyone at the University of Edinburgh. We can offer opportunities for you to develop in your career and make a real difference in the communities around us while contributing to the world at large. 

The University of Edinburgh is a world-class organisation. We are a large University covering a wide range of activities. In Professional Services, we support the University’s research and teaching, offering many career and role specialisms.

The Opportunity:

The School of Informatics at the University of Edinburgh is seeking applications to join its Operations Team, based at the Informatics Forum on the central campus for a fixed term contract until 31^st July 2027.

The postholder will provide comprehensive reception services and support to all staff, students, and visitors, serving as the primary point of contact for enquiries and visitor coordination. The role supports the smooth running of facilities, security, and event coordination across the School, while also providing essential administrative backup during peak periods to ensure seamless day-to-day operations.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to one of the UK’s foremost centres for informatics research and teaching. Informatics at Edinburgh is widely recognised for its vibrant interdisciplinary culture and its significant contributions to technology and society. 

Your skills and attributes for success:

• Either Vocational Qualifications (N/SVQ 3, ONC or equivalent) with experience in a similar role; or school education to standard grade (or equivalent) with demonstrable relevant professional experience.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, and experience of using email and the internet.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks within a routine.
• Understanding and ability to apply relevant standard procedures, including those governing health and safety.
• Previous experience in a relevant customer service role and an understanding of the key behaviours required to deliver high-quality customer service.
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant Health and Safety requirements.

The salary for this post is £26,093 to £28,788 per annum pro-rata.

This post is part-time (25 hours per week) and is based 100% on campus.

View the full job description 

Contact details for enquiries: Emily.Martin@ed.ac.uk

People have always been at the heart of our work. As part of the University, you are a part of our community. We are looking for people with drive, determination, and a passion for what they do. We are a place where everyone is welcome and offer a range of policies and benefits designed to support you in building the right meaningful/personalised flexibility for you.

A career with us has a range of other benefits that can be tailored to your lifestyle: 

• Variety every day
• Working within one of the world’s leading universities
• Contributing to the work and purpose of the University.

How to apply

 Please 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, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page and use our reward calculator to discover the 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.

On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore 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 19th May 2026.

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