We have an exciting opportunity for a STEM Camp Assistant to join our week-long STEM Holiday Camp from Monday 13 – Friday 17 October 2025. This year's theme, in keeping with the Halloween season, is 'How to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse'!
This unique and thrilling camp, held in the Chemistry Department at George Watson's College, welcomes children of varying abilities from P7 to S2, from both our school and the wider Edinburgh Community. We believe STEM should be fun, accessible and engaging for all children. If you are passionate about hands-on learning and making STEM come to life, we want to hear from you.
Hours of work will be 35 hours per week, 8:30am – 4pm (including a 30 minute unpaid break).
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, please click the Apply for this job button. Please include your CV and a covering letter.
As we continue to expand our holiday camp programme, new and exciting opportunities will arise in the future.
Closing date: 11:59pm on Monday 15 September 2025
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview during the week commencing 22 September 2025.
Main Responsibilities: As part of a dedicated team, you will support our Camp Leader and Camp Practitioner in supporting children in fun, engaging, and inclusive lessons and activities. Your primary duties will include:
- Helping to set up and clear away learning spaces
- Actively participate in activities, encouraging children’s involvement and enthusiasm whilst ensuring the safe use of equipment and resources
- Supervise groups of children under the guidance of the Camp Leader
- Assist with registration and sign-out procedures
- Support break times and lunch times as required
- Uphold the School’s safeguarding procedures and polices at all times.
The successful candidate will be required to complete mandatory training in health and safety, child protection, and fire safety, with all materials provided in advance.
For full details of the main responsibilities please refer to the job description.
Ideal Candidate: We are seeking a candidate with a genuine passion for STEM subjects and education. The ideal applicant will have:
- A genuine interest in working with children and young people
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Enthusiastic, energetic and patient attitude
Package Description: Location: George Watson’s College, Edinburgh
Contract Type: Short term contract from Monday 13 – Friday 17 October 2025
Salary: The salary for this position will be the Scottish Living Wage which is currently £12.60 per hour.
