Vacancy Description / Summary

Merchiston Castle School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Graduate Assistant to take on a variety of duties in a busy boarding school. As Scotland’s only independent boarding school for boys, Merchiston’s genuine focus is on the needs of each pupil and understanding how to help him thrive. With the support of our caring community, each boy is encouraged to unearth his talents, pursue excellence and flourish in myriad ways.

The Graduate Assistant will be expected to make a full contribution to the co-curricular life of the School and to fulfil other roles which may arise in the delivery of the total curriculum. This is a residential role and the successful candidate will also take on the role of a Residential House Tutor in one of our boarding Houses.

This is a fixed-term post for the 2022/2023 Academic year.

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The successful candidate will also be required to register with the SSSC.

We can offer a comprehensive benefits package including accommodation on site, high quality free lunches and a range of other additional employee discounts.

For further details of the position, please view the Job Description and Person Specification on the School website.

Please e-mail your completed Application Form, along with an Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form and Self-Declaration Form to hr@merchiston.co.uk

Applications will be considered as they are received and shortlisted candidates may be invited for interview prior to the official closing date. Merchiston reserves the right to appoint ahead of the closing date and thus early applications for this role are advisable.

Interested candidates can contact the Deputy Head, Danny Rowlands, at drowlands@merchiston.co.uk, should they wish to discuss this post further informally.

Closing date for applications: Monday 26 September, 5pm. The date for first round of interviews will be confirmed thereafter.

About the School

Just a stone’s throw from central Edinburgh and set within 100 acres of parkland, Merchiston Castle School offers more than academic excellence. It is a place where wellbeing is central to everything we do.

We believe young people thrive when they feel known, valued and supported. Our intentionally smaller, close-knit community allows us to truly understand each student, not only their academic goals but also their personalities, passions and challenges. Through meaningful relationships and daily connection, every child gains the confidence and resilience to reach their potential.

A year on from its opening, The Forest at Merchiston, our co-educational Nursery and Junior School for ages 3 to 9, continues to grow and flourish. Designed to spark imagination and nurture curiosity, it encourages children to explore, question and learn in a joyful, nature-connected environment. With rolling admissions and expansion to Primary 7 by 2028, even more children can benefit from this unique, values-led start.

From Middle School onwards, Merchiston continues its proud tradition as a boys-only environment where students flourish academically, athletically and creatively. Supported by dedicated staff and world-class facilities, boys pursue excellence, with elite Tennis and Golf Academies enabling young athletes to combine top-level sport with academic success.