Post: Assistant Communications Officer
Department: Central Services
Location: Children in Scotland’s office is in Edinburgh and this will be your official contracted place of work. We have introduced hybrid working based on trust and flexibility. As long as business needs are met, individuals have flexibility in terms of where they work (home / office).
Hours: Part time, 21hrs of a 35-hour working week
Salary: £27,039.46 (pro-rata)
About the role
We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic person to join the Enquire communications team as an Assistant Communications Officer and contribute to the work to raise awareness of the Service and the information and advice we provide.
Your role will involve providing core communications support across the team for both internal and external communications and across a range of Service outputs including website, social media and information sessions or events. You will also provide administrative support across the wider Service team.
Enquire
This role will be based within Enquire. Enquire is the Scottish advice service for additional support for learning. Enquire provides a range of information and advice for families and professionals on supporting children and young people with additional support needs throughout their learning. Enquire have an accessible website, a helpline and run a series of free events throughout the year.
Enquire is funded by the Scottish Government and managed by Children in Scotland.
About Children in Scotland
Children in Scotland is a welcoming and dynamic charity that amplifies the voices, views and experiences of our members and children, families and professionals across Scotland. We achieve this through direct services, meaningful participation, policy work, inspiring communications and sector-leading events and learning opportunities.
We are a vibrant and inclusive community of dedicated individuals and organisations who use our skills and passion to bring evidence-based and fresh thinking together, with one shared aim of giving all children in Scotland an equal chance to flourish.
We are stronger together in driving lasting impact for Scotland’s children.
Diversity
Children in Scotland values the contribution of all our staff, whatever their background. Our recruitment decisions are based on fair, open processes, with appointment on merit. We welcome applications from everyone.
Further information
Closing date: 9am Tuesday 14 July 2026
Interview date: Wednesday 22 July 2026 (online)
To apply please visit: https://childreninscotland.org.uk/ACOJune26
Applications will only be accepted through the Children in Scotland online application form.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £27,850.64 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Paid volunteer time
- Sick pay
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edinburgh EH2 2PR
