Learning Assistant - Media and Sound Production - Permanent - EC01582

Edinburgh College is seeking to recruit a suitably qualified person to take up the exciting post of Learning Assistant in Media.

The primary function is to support the work of Lecturers in ensuring that learners receive high quality support and their individual requirements are met. Learning Assistants also ensure that the learning environment, including materials and equipment, are effectively maintained and will take the lead on the technical provisioning for their area. Within the School of Media, Music and Sound Production, the role also involves coordinated/supervising commercial projects such as external outside broadcasts and internal productions cross college with both students and external clients

You will contribute to the development of materials for a range of college and industry-based projects, full and part-time courses and external training programmes (which may be delivered to students from other disciplines and to commercial clients). Up-to-date knowledge and skills are required some of the following:

· Camera operation and sound recording

· Video editing and audio production

· Audio and Video installation

· AV repair

The nature of FE/HE in a college setting involves working with a diverse range of students and stakeholders and relies on core values of adaptability, a student-centred approach, innovation and collaboration.

You will be educated to minimum HND (SCQF7) level in a relevant discipline, and demonstrate the ability to engage with a diverse range students, staff and external clients. Due to the fast-paced nature of the creative media industry we are looking for someone with a fresh and student focussed approach who is passionate about their subject, knowledgeable of the industry and flexible to work in a range of environments.

We operate a guaranteed interview scheme and open this to BME groups, 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 note that the successful candidate may be required to work at any Edinburgh College campus.

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

Interview Date: 18 September 2025 at our Sighthill Campus