Test Engineer
Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service - Edinburgh
from £39,936 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) is Scotland's prosecution service, working at the heart of the justice system to deliver essential services for communities across the country. As a Test Engineer within our Information Services Division, you will play an important role in supporting the digital systems and services that enable COPFS to deliver its work effectively and efficiently. Working as part of an experienced Software Testing Team, you will help ensure that digital products and services are reliable, accessible and fit for purpose. Collaborating with developers, business analysts and a wide range of stakeholders, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality solutions that support colleagues across Scotland and help drive continuous improvement across our digital services.
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Supervising Social Worker
The National Fostering Group - Belfast
£36,000 - £46,000 dependent on experience (+£3,000 car allowance)
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Title: Supervising Social Worker Location: Belfast Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time Hours: 37.5 hours per week Salary: £36,000 - £46,000 dependent on experience (+£3,000 car allowance) About Kindercare Kindercare is a local, non-profit making Fostering Agency. We are part of the National Fostering Group – the largest Independent Fostering Agency in the UK. Its official, we have been rated as a Great Place to Work 2025! 88% of employees at National Fostering Group say it is a great place to work, compared to 54% of employees at a typical UK based company! Please read more about why our employees love working here: https://www.greatplacetowork.co.uk/certified-company/1574411 With over 20 years experience, National Fostering Group is the largest independent children's fostering group in the UK with a community of over 2,500 foster carers. In Northern Ireland, we work with Local Health and Social Care Trusts to provide the highest quality of care for children and young people. All of our fostering agencies across the UK are officially recognised by Ofsted, Welsh and Scottish regulators as either ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Good’ which we are extremely proud of. We also offer a 4 day working week - this means 80% of the hours for 100% pay! This will be given following a successful 6 month probationary period and is a performance based benefit. The role As a member of our brilliant team of social workers, you will understand the life-changing potential of a safe and supportive home life. You will play a key role in helping vulnerable children and young people find a foster home that can transform their future. You will also supervise and advise foster carers, and make sure that both carers and children have the support they need to thrive. You will visit homes and keep in touch with both carers and young people, becoming an essential point of contact for all – a safeguarding champion with everyone’s best interests at heart. We keep caseloads lower to decrease risk and to offer more bespoke, person-centric focus. This means more time to work closely with both the young people and their carers to deliver the best possible outcomes. You will collaborate with our specialist clinical teams to identify and make available the right kinds of support, from occupational therapy to art therapy, and clinicians with specialism in trauma and attachment theory. As a key team member in one of our local fostering agencies, you will make sure that our children and young people are safe and secure, that they are well looked after, and that our high standards are consistently maintained. Through your passion and commitment, you will inspire carers to grow in confidence and achieve their potential, with a real impact on the children they care for. Who we are looking for You will be passionate about building incredible lives for children, and helping foster carers be the best they can be. You will be confident and imaginative, with either a BA or MA degree in social work and an energetic and open-minded approach. You will also need to be registered with the appropriate body and hold a full driving licence. Carers and children will be relying on you to create supportive, nurturing relationships, so you will need to show that you’ve had previous social work experience, with a record of working with young people who have a history of trauma and enhanced needs. You will be excited by taking on real responsibility, and you will be ready and willing to benefit from all the support we offer to help you do your job. You will also be generous with your own skills and experience, helping our whole team to excel. But what else is in it for you? Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including: 27 days holiday, increasing with service up to 32 days + buy/sell scheme + bank holidays Bonus schemes Generous salary sacrifice pension scheme Enhanced family leave (subject to qualifying criteria) Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you. Just some of the things on offer: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100’s of discount options Salary sacrifice Eco Car Scheme and Cycle Scheme Tech benefit And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the children and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment and undertake appropriate checks. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer Job ID: 324072
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Lawyer - Contracts
Staffordshire County Council - SP1
£46,579 to £50,908 a year
PermanentFull time
We are a modern and progressive authority that is ambitious and empowers its employees to be courageous and innovative in their approach. Staffordshire Legal Services is a large in-house corporate legal team, consisting of lawyers, trainees and support staff, with a key focus on staff training, retention and progression. The service supports the county council in the delivery of its objectives by providing quality services to support the Council’s functions. The successful candidate will undertake a rewarding varied caseload of commercial, contracts and procurement matters so previous experience of assisting/managing a commercial contract and procurement caseload within either public sector or private practice is essential. There are a number of benefits to working at Staffordshire County Council including generous holiday entitlement, flexi time, annual leave purchase scheme, employee discounts, local government pension scheme, optional car lease scheme and a staff parking discount scheme. We understand the importance of a work-life balance and currently offer remote working with attendance at our Stafford office on flexible patterns and in accordance with business need. Main Responsibilities Main responsibilities will include: Providing practical, grounded, legal and commercial advice regarding a wide range of commercial and procurement matters ranging in complexity; Negotiating and leading client/project meetings, drafting and advising on a variety of commercial contracts, projects and related issues; Advising on the Council's Constitution; Building strong internal and external relationships including high standards of honesty and integrity; Utilise critical thinking skills and working under minimal supervision; Adhering to the Legal Services Unit’s LEXCEL quality standards Recording all chargeable time spent on matters and non-chargeable activity in accordance with the council’s time recording system; Independently managing own caseload and files on the electronic case management system The Ideal Candidate The minimum criteria that will be used to shortlist for this role will be: Be a qualified Solicitor/fellow of CILEX with practice rights or Barrister with: Proven commercial contracts experience, within either the public sector and/or private practice with a comprehensive understanding of the law relating to contracts and knowledge of procurement and local government practices, including advising on internal governance, financial and procurement regulations; Experience in representing and advising clients at high level case related meetings and confident in negotiating, leading client/project meetings, drafting and advising on a variety of commercial contracts, projects and related issues; The ability to clearly and engagingly communicate whether verbally, digitally or in writing. The ability to demonstrate strong critical thinking and the ability to work with minimal supervision. This is a hybrid role. Interviews will be held during the week starting 12 October 2026 For more information about this role or if you are unsure if your skills and experience are suitable, please contact Georgina Dean, Team Senior on 01785 854 880 or email at georgina.dean@staffordshire.gov.uk or Vaneeti Walia, Team Senior on 01785 854 854 or email at vaneeti.walia@staffordshire.gov.uk Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role. Please note: The minimum criteria in the ideal candidate section detailed above will be used if you are applying under one of our Interview Guarantee Schemes, detailed below. About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council: Our Values: The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively. Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy: We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future. We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too. Our benefits: We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance. In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire Our recruitment process: As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
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Lecturer in Motor Vehicle
Chichester College Group - BN43 5FF
£27,785 - £43,325 per annum
On-sitePermanentFull time
This role may be eligible for a targeted retention incentive payment of up to £6,000. For full details and eligibility criteria please see Targeted retention incentive payments for FE teachers - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Turn your automotive expertise into a rewarding teaching career! Whether you're an experienced lecturer or an industry professional looking for a new challenge, you'll inspire the next generation of technicians while continuing to develop your own career in a supportive and well-equipped learning environment. As our Lecturer in Motor Vehicle, you will: · Deliver engaging, practical and inspiring teaching across Entry Level to Level 3 Motor Vehicle and Motorsport programmes. · Prepare learners for successful careers by developing their technical knowledge, practical competence and professional behaviours. · Plan, assess and monitor learner progress, providing high-quality feedback that enables every student to achieve their potential. · Work collaboratively with colleagues and employers to maintain an industry-relevant curriculum that reflects current automotive technologies and employer needs. What we can offer you in this role: · Teach from our unique Shoreham Airport campus, using specialist automotive and motorsport workshops equipped with industry-standard facilities. · Join a high-performing, supportive team that values innovation, collaboration and continuous professional development. · Build strong links with leading employers, providing students with valuable industry placements, enrichment opportunities and clear progression routes. · Be trusted to bring your industry expertise into the classroom, helping shape the next generation of automotive professionals. What you will bring to the role: · A Level 3 qualification (or above) in Motor Vehicle, Automotive Engineering or a closely related discipline. · Current or recent industry experience within the automotive, motorsport or vehicle maintenance sector. · A passion for developing people, with the ability to motivate and inspire learners from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. · Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, together with a commitment to delivering high-quality teaching, learning and student outcomes. Our Staff Benefits - see attached job pack for further information. · Teachers’ Pension Scheme, with the Group contributing 28.68% of your actual pensionable pay. · 40 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement. · Access to a range of discount schemes including shopping, restaurants, gym, travel, cinema and onsite facilities. · Employee Assistance Programme. · Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave. · Continuous professional development opportunities. Looking to get into teaching? · We are always looking for people from industry to share their knowledge and expertise. · We offer a fully funded Level 5 Learning and Skills Teacher Apprenticeship, plus other alternative options.
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Home Care Worker (Part Time)(Permanent) (10xPost) - REN15087
Renfrewshire Council - Paisley
£17,147 to £18,056 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Advert Home Care Worker Do you have a genuine compassion for others and are motivated by helping people live the best life they can? If the answer is yes, then apply to join our Care at Home team. Renfrewshire Health and Social Care Partnership delivers high quality home care services to people of all ages and with different care needs. We provide a wide range of support to assist people to maintain their independence and well-being within the community. As a Home Care Worker, you would be supporting individuals with a variety of daily living tasks which people may struggle with on their own. Our vision is for Renfrewshire to be a caring place where people are treated as individuals and are supported to live well. We are committed to ensuring the individual is at the heart of their care and support whilst honouring their values, needs and preferences. It is essential you have experience of working in a care setting and delivering intimate personal care or in an informal or personal capacity. You should have an awareness of a range of limiting long – term conditions and the impact on people’s lives, demonstrate an ability to monitor and report changes in the identified needs of service users and have an ability to form positive relationships with service users and colleagues. We are looking for caring, compassionate, patient, and professional people with a responsible approach to sensitive information. who have a drive to make a difference. You should also be able to demonstrate within your application that you are reliable and flexible with the ability to work a shift pattern, work on your own as well as working as part of a team. It is important you can communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing and are able to monitor and report changes in the identified needs of those you support. If successful, you will receive training and be provided with a uniform and all personal protective equipment (including a smartphone) required to undertake the role safely and effectively. We are currently recruiting for, and have available roles in the following areas of Renfrewshire: Glenburn Lochfield Ralston Seedhill/Whitehaugh Lochwinnoch Linwood Renfrew Reablement Renfrewshire Wide We have the following shift pattern and contract is available: 21 hours per week, working a combination of early and back shifts. Early shift 07:00-13:00 Back shift 16:00-22:00 Please note: This post requires you to obtain Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) registration within 6 months of employment and to have or to have the ability to undertake and attain SVQ Level 2 in Care or an equivalent qualification at level 5 (SCQF) or above if not already in possession of to meet the requirements of registration to the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). This post is considered regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment. ‘ Currently, there is no requirement for our service to sponsor overseas workers’. If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk
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Teacher (Full Time)(Temporary) - REN15081
Renfrewshire Council - Linwood
£43,383 to £54,453 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Advert Based in Riverbrae school, 2 Middleton Road, Linwood, PA3 3DP To apply for this post you must also submit a report from your current Head Teacher. You can download a copy of the Report in the attachments below. Please note that once you have received your completed report from your Head Teacher, you must return it by email to jobs@renfrewshire.gov.uk . Probationer teachers in the Teachers Induction Scheme due to qualify in June 2026 are eligible to apply. Appointments will be subject to teachers obtaining full registration. If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, the level of check will be determined by the duties of the post. If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk. Interviews will take place on Friday 19 th June 2026 Please find attached school website below: https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/re/riverbraeschool/ (LINK SCHOOL WEBSITE) Temporary post, subject to business requirements.
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Assistant Cook - FLK14610
Falkirk Council - Falkirk
£27,240 to £27,529 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Advert Join Our Facilities Team – Assistant Cook Are you enthusiastic about food, teamwork, and helping young people thrive? We’re looking for a reliable and motivated Assistant Cook to join our Facilities (Soft FM) team, supporting the delivery of high-quality school meals across Falkirk Council. In this key role, you’ll assist the Cook in Charge with food preparation, service, and kitchen operations – helping provide safe, nutritious, and appealing meals that support pupils’ health and wellbeing. What You’ll Do: Support the daily preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals Assist with stock control, deliveries, and kitchen cleanliness Comply with food safety, health and safety, and hygiene regulations Contribute to maintaining a clean, efficient and well-organised kitchen environment Provide excellent customer service to pupils and staff What We’re Looking For: A positive, flexible attitude and strong team ethic Basic knowledge of food preparation and kitchen hygiene is desirable Experience in a similar role is helpful but not essential – full training provided Confidence in using kitchen equipment and following food safety procedures Ability to work under pressure and manage tasks in a busy school environment The Role: Location: St Francis Primary School Hours: 27.5 hours per week Days: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 2pm Contract: Term Time, Part Time, Permanent Reporting to: Cook in Charge Why Work with Us? Be part of a professional, well-supported team Help make a real difference in children’s lives Receive training and development opportunities Contribute to a valued public service If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership, the cost of which will be met by the preferred candidate. If you’re passionate about food, service, and community, we encourage you to apply and take pride in a role that matters every day.
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Head Coach - Athletics, Football, Gymnastics and Tennis (Casual) - FLK14613
Falkirk Council
£16.70 to £16.70 an hour
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Advert To work in our Sports Development team, we are looking for enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals, who will deliver fun, safe and engaging sport specific sessions, to the young people involved in our Sport Development coaching program. As a Head Coach, your role is all about leading the delivery of a creative, fun and structured coaching session. We are looking for great people, who naturally have these qualities. Your role will also involve inspiring active life’s and motivating young people to develop their sporting skills, support and mentor our assistant and volunteers’ coaches and promote the benefits of an active healthy lifestyle through sport. You will oversee and support coaching delivery within: Athletics Football Gymnastics Tennis Our programmes operate at a range of venues throughout Falkirk, providing opportunities for children and young people to participate, develop skills and enjoy sport within their local communities. Coaching sessions are delivered 7 days per week, including evenings and weekends, offering a varied and rewarding working environment. We are looking for candidates who hold the relevant qualification and have relevant experience leading sport sessions. Athletics – Athletics coach qualification Football – Children’s Coaching Certificate Gymnastics – Level 2 or equivalent Tennis – Level 2 or equivalent You will work on an as and when required basis. If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership, the cost of which will be met by the preferred candidate. Would you like to join us? If you are interested in applying for this role, please visit My Job Scotland. To apply, please register with Myjobscotland and complete the online application form. Please note that we do not accept CV’s. For more information, please contact our Sport Development Officer at billy.brotton@falkirk.gov.uk
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Support For Learning Assistants (Adv) - FLK14614
Falkirk Council - Westquarter
£27,761 to £29,246 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Advert There are 3 posts: CS7714 - 18.2 hours per week term time CS7715 - 10 hours per week term time PEF190 - 27.5 hours per week term time Falkirk Council are looking to recruit Support for Learning Assistants for Westquarter Primary School. The role has particular responsibility for a child requiring intimate care, with appropriate training provided. You will also provide support for teachers and children to enhance experiences and achievement for children, along with a range of support activities with regard to general supervision, safety, care and well-being of the children. Good communication skills are essential and the role will require supporting children with mobility needs. You should enjoy working as part of a team. These posts are temporary until June 2027 due to service requirement. If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.
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Cleaning Operative - Holy Cross RC Primary School - 16150_1789573530
The City of Edinburgh Council - Edinburgh
£26,205 to £26,525 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Cleaning Operative - Holy Cross RC Primary School Salary: £26,205 - £26,525 (pro rata for part time and sessional). Monday to Friday 4pm - 6pm 10 Hours Per Week, 40 Weeks Sessional As a cleaner with the City of Edinburgh Council, you'll be a key member of our Facilities Management team. You'll deliver a vital cleaning service across our estate to ensure our properties are safe and clean places to work or learn in. Enjoy secure and flexible employment with above-market rates and excellent conditions, whilst being able to balance family, caring or studying commitments. Trusted employer Security offered by permanent positions Flexible hours to suit (morning, evening or daytime) from 10 to 36 hours Sessional hours (school term only) available on some posts Paid annual leave (where applicable) Excellent pension scheme Opportunities to progress to supervisory level Employee benefits and colleague discount scheme Community connection - looking after your community's essential buildings used by your family, friends and neighbours. As part of our team, you will be valued and respected with a key focus on training and development. MAJOR TASKS/JOB ACTIVITIES To empty litter and recycling bins. The cleaning of all surfaces, internal glass, floors, furniture, fixtures and fittings within a group of buildings. The cleaning of all sanitary areas, toilets and showers and the replenishment of washroom consumables. Emergency and re-active cleaning as required, e.g. removal of graffiti, body fluid spillages, accidental spillages. The care and cleanliness of all equipment used in carrying out the above duties. Other tasks as may reasonably be required that relate to the role, including supporting cleaning tasks across other buildings where required. The post holder will be required to deliver to the cleaning specification requirements and to cooperate with performance measurement so that the overall agreed standards are met. *Facilities Management has overall responsibility for keyholding to enable opening and closing of buildings that we service. As part of the duties of a Cleaning Operative and in this particular role, you will be required to be a key holder to fulfil these tasks. This typically would include operation of security alarm systems when opening a building, closing accessible windows and doors, switching off lights and ensuring that premises are left safe and secure when closing. Please see the supporting documents for more information about the role. This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Find out more about our commitment to equalities https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4 As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working. You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. Happy to talk flexible working. Follow us on X at @edincounciljobs View Cleaning Operative Job Description View Cleaning Operative Person Specification View Sessional Working Information
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