Join the team that delivers Christmas
Edinburgh Mail Centre, 11 Cutlins Road, Edinburgh, EH11 4YY
Every year, Royal Mail brings festive cheer to millions – and we couldn’t do it without our brilliant seasonal team. Whether you’re looking to earn extra cash, gain experience, or be part of something meaningful, this role is for you.
O Come All Ye Sorters
As a Seasonal Mail Sorter, you’ll make sure every card, gift, and parcel reaches its destination on time. In this busy, hands-on role you’ll be:
Unloading letters and parcels from vans
Moving mail through our centres
Helping sort letters and parcels by postcode
‘Tis the season to be earning
We offer a variety of shifts, so finding one that suits you should be simple. Shift patterns include:
Earlies: 06:00 - 14:00 (£14.48 p/h)
Lates: 14:00 - 22:00 (£14.48 p/h)
Nights: 22:00 - 06:00 (£15.74 p/h)
Weekends: Various shifts available (as above p/h)
Please note, night shifts are not available to applicants under 18.
Many of our sites offer an onsite canteen, social areas for breaktimes and access to a subsidised gym.
What you’ll need to join the team
A positive attitude and team spirit
Organised and comfortable working in busy environment – independently or as part of a team
Comfortable working on your feet, pushing / pulling trolleys (up to 250kg with wheels!), and handling items up to 11kg.
Willingness to be flexible and switch tasks as needed.
You don’t need any previous experience – full training will be provided.
Click apply now and complete your application in minutes.
Important:
Apply for a seasonal role at one location only
Choose your preferred shift pattern when you apply
Already registered with Angard Staffing? you don’t need to apply - speak to an Angard representative for more information.
We’d love to have you on board – just be sure to complete each stage quickly, as our seasonal roles fill up fast!
Join a team that delivers more than mail – we deliver pride, purpose and opportunity. At Royal Mail, you’re a trusted part of the neighbourhood and a vital member of a nationwide team that’s been delivering to the UK’s doorsteps, come rain or shine, for over 500 years.
Whether you’re out on the road as a postie delivering letters and parcels, working behind the scenes to keep the network moving in operations management or fleet maintenance, driving cross-country as an LGV driver, or shaping our future in roles like engineering, transformation, or head office functions such as HR, Finance, or Sales - you'll be playing a key role in keeping communities connected.
It’s more than a job – it’s something you can be proud of. With competitive pay, great benefits, and real opportunities to grow, you’ll be part of a team that values your contribution and supports your future.
If you’re looking for a job that matters, you’re looking for Royal Mail.