Duty Officer 1 - Danderhall Community Hub - MID07691
Midlothian Council - Danderhall
£27,857 to £28,834 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Vacancy KNOWLEDGE Educated to Higher Grade level or equivalent with excellent communication and customer care skills, together with an understanding of Health and Safety Legislation within a leisure environment, is essential. Jobholders must also be comfortable at using initiative and decision making. Previous experience of supervising and organising staff and a current First Aid Certificate is desirable. CLOSING DATE: Monday 21st September 2026 INTERVIEW DATE - week commencing 28th September 2026 Job Advert Position Title: Duty Officer 1 Directorate: Place Location: Danderhall Community Hub Contract Status: Permanent Hours of Work: 16.75 hours per week Working Pattern: 2 week alternating shift pattern – 30 mins unpaid break on each shift; Week 1: Monday 15:00 – 21:10, Saturday 08:30 – 17:15, Sunday 08:30 – 17:15 Week 2: Wednesday 15:00 – 21:10, Thursday 15:00 – 21:10 Weeks per year: 52 Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale. Based on 16.75 hours over 52 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £12,691.64 per annum. Requirements Compliance with the mandatory Cabinet Office PSN (Public Sector Network) Code of Connection requires the Council to meet a baseline personal security standard. This requires completion of a disclosure check for all employees who can access official information. The fee for this Disclosure check will be met by you. Please note that Disclosure Scotland has changed the way certificates are issued. You will be notified by email from Disclosure Scotland that your certificate is available to view. Once you have viewed your certificate you will be allowed to share this with your employer and it is only available for 14 days from the first day you have viewed the certificate. If you do not grant access to Midlothian Council to view before access is removed, a further application will need to be generated, and this will incur an additional cost. PLEASE NOTE: If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outwith the UK in the last 5 years then you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website. Additional Information If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email recruitment@midlothian.gov.uk to discuss with member of the Recruitment Team stating the post reference number. Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter. If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post.
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HGV Class 2 Driver
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Musselburgh, Midlothian
£16.35 to £16.35 an hour
On-siteTemporaryFull time
Your new company You will be joining a growing commercial waste organisation based in Edinburgh who are looking to add multiple class 2 HGV drivers to their driver pool to work on skip and RORO lorries. They have secured multiple long-term contracts in the central belt. Your new role Your duties may include: Operating Class 2 skip lorries safely and efficiently, collecting and delivering skips to commercial and construction sites. Conduct daily vehicle inspections and routine safety checks, ensuring compliance with DVLA regulations and company standards. Load, secure and transport skips containing waste materials while adhering to health and safety procedures. Plan and manage delivery routes effectively to meet customer schedules and maximise productivity. Maintain excellent customer service by liaising with clients on-site, resolving queries, and ensuring timely skip collection and exchange. What you'll need to succeed You will need to be able to provide a valid and up-to-date Class 2 licence with minimal points and endorsements. The shifts will start early and there will be regular overtime during the week and at weekends, paid at an enhanced rate. We will consider drivers at all levels of experience. What you'll get in return You will be offered an immediate start with a high chance of moving over to a permanent role for the right candidate. Hays will pay you weekly, and you will receive regular updates from your Hays consultant. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Associate Recruitment Consultant
Search Consultancy LTD - Edinburgh, Edinburgh
£27,000 to £28,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Associate Recruitment Consultant Edinburgh £27,000-£28,000 per annum + uncapped commission Search Recruitment Group is growing in Edinburgh, and we're looking for an ambitious Associate Recruitment Consultant to join our high-performing team. Established in 1987, Search has almost 40 years of expertise and has grown into one of the UK's leading recruitment agencies, with offices across the UK and in New York. We recruit across a wide range of specialist markets and have built long-standing relationships with businesses across the country. We're looking for individuals who already have at least 12 months' professional work experience and are ready to turn that experience into a fast-paced, commercially focused career. You might work in sales, retail, hospitality, customer service or another target-driven environment. You don't need previous recruitment experience - we'll give you the training, coaching and support to develop into a successful 360 Recruitment Consultant. What Will You Be Doing? Recruitment is a people-focused sales career where you'll build relationships, create opportunities and make a real impact for both clients and candidates. You'll be trained across the full 360 recruitment process, including: - Building strong relationships with existing clients and developing new business opportunities. - Speaking with prospective clients to understand their hiring challenges, processes and needs. - Sourcing, interviewing and representing high-quality candidates within your specialist market. - Managing the recruitment process from initial vacancy through to offer and placement. - Negotiating, overcoming objections and building long-term relationships. - Building your own network, reputation and personal brand in your market. - Working towards individual targets and taking ownership of your success. Who We're Looking For: - Confident in communicating and building relationships with different people. - Proactive and comfortable picking up the phone to create opportunities. - Resilient, competitive and motivated by achieving results. - Commercially minded and confident working towards targets. - Ambitious, eager to learn and motivated by progression and earning potential. Experience in sales, customer service or another commercial or target-driven environment would be advantageous. Why Search? At Search, you'll have the support, training and earning potential to build a successful long-term career - while being recognised and rewarded for the results you deliver. You'll receive: - Uncapped commission of up to 40% of your billings. - A 0% threshold for your first six months. - Award-winning training and ongoing coaching to support your development. - Clear career pathways, whether you want to progress into leadership or become a top biller. - Quarterly and annual Highflyer incentives, including Dubrovnik in 2027. - Golden Ticket Scheme - earn up to £500 in vouchers during your first six months. - Flex Holiday Scheme - buy or sell up to 5 days' annual leave. - Access to hundreds of discounts through Tastecard. - EV car benefit scheme through Tusker. - Regular incentives, social events and early finishes. - Dedicated marketing and back-office support to help you grow your market and build your desk. If you've built solid workplace experience and are ready for a career with greater earning potential, clear progression and the chance to build something of your own, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Isabel Connelly to find out more. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
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Home School Practitioner - Cuiken Primary School - MID07714
Midlothian Council - Penicuik
£35,409 to £38,339 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Vacancy Our Vision In Cuiken we believe in supporting and developing curiosity about our world to enable our children to contribute positively now and in the future. Our Values Community Ambition Inclusion Nurture Respect Our Aims for Our Children Be Safe To nurture a sense of wellbeing in our children that they grow into respectful young people able to make healthy choices. Be Kind To develop a strong sense of respect for themselves, our Cuiken family and the wider world. Aim High To foster creativity and enable our children to become ambitious and motivated life long learners. To equip children with well developed literacy, numeracy and life skills in order that they can lead independent and successful lives. Our Aims for Our Families and Community To support and inform our parents so that they can work in partnership to help their child achieve success. To be actively engaged in the life of the school in order to contribute to school decision making and our ongoing improvement journey. To develop respectful partnerships between staff, parents and the wider community which promotes a positive ethos and strengthens our Cuiken Family. We are seeking to appoint a diligent and effective practitioner with a proven track record and experience of building effective relationships and using data to identify and support pupils and families. As a member of our Cuiken Family you would work closely with our Senior Leadership Team to plan and implement a range of supports and interventions and respond to the changing needs of our community enabling our children and their families to thrive. KNOWLEDGE Essential: Educated to HNC social care and SVQ Level 3 (children and young people) or equivalent with a relevant discipline. Experience of working with the national and local practice, policy, procedure and legislation relevant to the post. This includes an awareness of the SSSC Code of Practice, Human Rights legislation, United Nation Convention of the Rights of Child and getting it right for every child. Have experience of working with children and families including child development, and trauma based interventions, Knowledge and understanding of a range of systemic interventions and methodologies, such as attachment promoting, trauma based therapy, child development and parenting capacity. Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of key agencies. Desirable: Experience of delivering parenting programmes or other group work. Specialist experience of working with children and families in crisis or at risk. Behavioural Interview skills. CLOSING DATE - Sunday 4th October 2026 INTERVIEW DATE - week beginning 19th October 2026 Job Advert Position Title: Home School Practitioner Directorate: Children, Young People and Partnerships Location: Cuiken Primary School Contract Status: Fixed Term until 29 June 2027 Hours of Work: 22 hours per week Working Pattern: Tue - Thur Weeks per year: 39 Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale. Based on 22 hours over 39 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £18,660.43 per annum. Requirements This post is considered Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Children, You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment with Midlothian Council, the cost of which will be met by you. For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk Once you have submitted your application and this has been processed you will be notified by email from Disclosure Scotland that your certificate is available to view. Once you have viewed your certificate you will be allowed to share this with your employer and it is only available for 14 days from the first day you have viewed the certificate. If you do not grant access to Midlothian Council to view before access is removed, a further application will need to be generated, and this will incur an additional cost. Please note: If you have spent more than 3 months working or living out with the UK in the last 5 years then you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website. POSTS THAT REQUIRE SSSC SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN JOB ADVERT SSSC registration is an essential requirement of this role. If you are appointed and are not already a member of the relevant section of the SSSC Register, you will be required to apply for registration within 3 months of your start date to ensure that you are registered within the required 6 months. Additional Information If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email recruitment@midlothian.gov.uk to discuss with member of the Recruitment Team stating the post reference number. Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter. If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post. Please note: We do not accept CV's (either electronically or by mail). All our vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the on-line application form. Although there is an ‘import data from my CV’ function on MyJobScotland, this only imports very limited data and should not be relied upon to complete the application form.
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Operations and Asset Manager (Roads) - MID07715
Midlothian Council - Gorebridge
£56,391 to £61,670 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Vacancy Midlothian Council seeks applications of the exciting position of ‘Operations and Asset manager’ to lead our operations team based out of Fushiebridge depot. The successful candidate should bring a mixture of academic ability with real world experience leading a multi-disciplinary operation. Midlothian council is the fastest Growing Local Authority in Scotland and as such we need dynamic leadership to help us embrace change as our business and customers needs evolve. Fushiebridge is a 365-day dynamic depot where road services operations is managed delivering the below works streams to include - cyclic maintenance – such as Gully cleansing, potholes and line marking capital projects – to include resurfacing, construction and drainage works street lighting – leading both cyclic and long-term capital upgrades CCTV – working closely with Police Scotland to utilise our new state of the art CCTV assets Traffic signals - working with term maintenance contractors to manage our expanding assets Asset Management – being the key correspondent on RAMP projects Winter maintenance - keeping Midlothian’s 720km+ network moving in all conditions As a key part of the roads leadership team the successful candidate will deliver reactive works, and feed into both medium and long-term capital plans as well as represent the service on various boards both internally and externally. As a central leader to an operations team, it is essential applicants fully understand the reactive nature of the service and the high-profile optics it operates in. the successful candidate will have access to Midlothian council’s generous staff pension scheme, salary sacrifice scheme and further staff discounts through partner organisations. KNOWLEDGE A Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) or a fully Incorporated Engineer (1 Eng) with management modules is essential. Substantial experience of roads construction and maintenance contracting, together with considerable experience in the organisation and control of substantial resources and employee management; and experience in the operation of responsive emergency services and procedures is also essential. Significant experience of tendering for services, managing contracted services and of procurement for high value equipment in a large service is also essential. Significant experience of participating in working groups within a large organisation and in working parties across multi-organisations is also essential. HNC in business administration or equivalent qualification would be desirable. CLOSING DATE - Sunday 4 th October 2026 INTERVIEW DATE - week commencing 19 th October 2026 Job Advert Position Title: Operations and Asset Manager (Roads) Directorate: Place Location: Fushiebridge Depot Contract Status: Permanent Hours of Work: 36 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday to Friday Weeks per year: 52 Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale. Based on 36 hours over 52 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £56,391.97 per annum. Requirements This role requires Level 1 Disclosure Clearance, the fee for this Disclosure check will be met by you and receipt of the subsequent certificate will be required prior to commencement. Once you have submitted your application and this has been processed you will be notified by email from Disclosure Scotland that your certificate is available to view. Once you have viewed your certificate you will be allowed to share this with your employer and it is only available for 14 days from the first day you have viewed the certificate. If you do not grant access to Midlothian Council to view before access is removed, a further application will need to be generated, and this will incur an additional cost. Please note: If you have spent more than 3 months working or living out with the UK in the last 5 years then you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website. Additional Information If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email recruitment@midlothian.gov.uk to discuss with member of the Recruitment Team stating the post reference number. Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter. If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post. Please note: We do not accept CV's (either electronically or by mail). All our vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the on-line application form. Although there is an ‘import data from my CV’ function on MyJobScotland, this only imports very limited data and should not be relied upon to complete the application form.
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Care Worker (Housing with Care) - Bill Prentice Court - MID07717
Midlothian Council - Bonnyrigg
£29,191 to £30,187 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Vacancy Bill Prentice Court is a new extra care facility located in Bonnyrigg, Midlothian. We are looking for caring and motivated Care Support workers to join our Extra Care housing team. You will support tenants to live independently within there own homes, promoting dignity, choice and wellbeing at all times. KNOWLEDGE The jobholder should have a SVQ2 in Care, Direct Care or equivalent. If the jobholder does not have this qualification they must obtain once in role within 2 years. S/he will be encouraged and assisted to achieve such qualification via in-house training during their normal working day. Registration with the SSSC is expected within 3 months of starting in post. Jobholder must have basic literacy and numeracy skills to understand written instructions and be able to collect pensions, spend cash when shopping for clients etc. S/he also requires domestic experience of undertaking a range of household tasks and be aware of the roles of other people in the provision of care eg relatives, friends, children other health professionals etc. S/he will need to be able to work without direct supervision and have a responsible and self-reliant approach with the ability to respond to unplanned situations in a calm and flexible manner. Closing Date: Sunday 4th October 2026 Interview Date: 14th October 2026 Job Advert Position Title: Care Worker (Housing With Care) Directorate: Health and Social Care Location: Bill Prentice Court Contract Status: Permanent Hours of Work: 21 hours per week Working Pattern: 2days on/6 days off 0700-2000 Weeks per year: 52 Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale. Based on 21 hours over 52 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £17,028.42 per annum. Requirements This post is considered Regulated Work with Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with Protected Adults. Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Protected Adults, You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment with Midlothian Council, the cost of which will be met by you. For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk Once you have submitted your application and this has been processed you will be notified by email from Disclosure Scotland that your certificate is available to view. Once you have viewed your certificate you will be allowed to share this with your employer and it is only available for 14 days from the first day you have viewed the certificate. If you do not grant access to Midlothian Council to view before access is removed, a further application will need to be generated, and this will incur an additional cost. Please note: If you have spent more than 3 months working or living out with the UK in the last 5 years then you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website. SSSC registration is an essential requirement of this role. If you are appointed and are not already a member of the relevant section of the SSSC Register, you will be required to apply for registration within 3 months of your start date to ensure that you are registered within the required 6 months. Additional Information If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email recruitment@midlothian.gov.uk to discuss with member of the Recruitment Team stating the post reference number. Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter. If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post. Please note: We do not accept CV's (either electronically or by mail). All our vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the on-line application form. Although there is an ‘import data from my CV’ function on MyJobScotland, this only imports very limited data and should not be relied upon to complete the application form.
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Family Centred Care Social Worker – Children’s Services - MID07716
Midlothian Council - Dalkeith
£44,989 to £49,009 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Advert Family Centred Care We are currently remodelling our Family Centred Care Team to ensure that we have a vibrant and motivated team with a clear vision to ensure that our vulnerable children and young people experience loving and caring environments. An exciting opportunity has arisen for social workers to become part of this evolving team in Midlothian. Our ambition is to enhance the support we offer to Midlothian Kinship Carers, Foster Carers, Adopters and Continuing Care, and in doing so improve our retention by building their skills and knowledge to safeguard and achieve positive outcomes for the children and young people in their care. We are looking for motivated and enthused individuals who understand the importance of the Promise and where this sits in relation to developing bespoke fostering and adoption services. You will be responsible for the recruitment, assessment and retention of a range of carers as well as delivering high quality supervision and learning opportunities. KNOWLEDGE A degree in Social Work and registration with the SSSC as a Social Worker is essential a Diploma in Social Work with SSSC registration as a social worker is an acceptable alternative together with a Mental Health Officer academic qualification. CLOSING DATE - Sunday 11th October 2026 INTERVIEW DATE - Monday 26th October 2026 Vacancy Information Position Title: Family Centred Care Social Worker – Children’s Services Directorate: Children, Young People & Partnerships Location: Midlothian Children and Families Centre Contract Status: Fixed Term until 10 th October 2027 Hours of Work: 36 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday – Thursday 9am – 5pm, Friday – 9am – 3:30pm Weeks per year: 52 Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale. Based on 36 hours over 52 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £44,989.60 per annum. Requirements This post is considered Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Children, You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment with Midlothian Council, the cost of which will be met by you. For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk Once you have submitted your application and this has been processed you will be notified by email from Disclosure Scotland that your certificate is available to view. Once you have viewed your certificate you will be allowed to share this with your employer and it is only available for 14 days from the first day you have viewed the certificate. If you do not grant access to Midlothian Council to view before access is removed, a further application will need to be generated, and this will incur an additional cost. Please note: If you have spent more than 3 months working or living out with the UK in the last 5 years then you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website. SSSC registration is an essential requirement of this role. If you are appointed and are not already a member of the relevant section of the SSSC Register, you will be required to apply for registration within 3 months of your start date to ensure that you are registered within the required 6 months. Additional Information If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email recruitment@midlothian.gov.uk to discuss with member of the Recruitment Team stating the post reference number. Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter. If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post. Please note: We do not accept CV's (either electronically or by mail). All our vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the on-line application form. Although there is an ‘import data from my CV’ function on MyJobScotland, this only imports very limited data and should not be relied upon to complete the application form.
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Care Support Worker (Care Homes) x2 - Newbyres Village Care Home - MID07713
Midlothian Council - Gorebridge
£29,191 to £30,187 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Advert Newbyres Village Care Home is a 48 bedded care home, providing high quality care in a warm, homely environment. We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable and experienced carers to join our friendly and hardworking team with the aim of making our residents and their families feel safe, valued and supported. KNOWLEDGE The Jobholder should be educated to at least SVQ level II in Social Care or a related subject and have practical experience working in a supportive role with clients delivering personal plans. They need to be able to work without direct supervision and have a mature and self-reliant approach with the ability to respond to unplanned situations in a calm and flexible manner. The Jobholder is required to be registered with the SSSC and have a satisfactory PVG. The jobholder will undertake training specified within the Unit’s training & staff development plan in relation to administration of medication. CLOSING DATE - Wednesday 30th September 2026 INTERVIEW DATE - Thursday 8th October 2026 Vacancy Information Position Title: Care Support Worker (Care Homes) x2 Directorate: Health & Social Care Location: Newbyres Village Care Home Contract Status: Permanent Hours of Work: 1 x 24 hour per week & 1 x 36 hour per week Working Pattern: 2 days over 7, 5 week rolling rota, weekends included (24h) 3 days over 7, 5 week rolling rota, weekends included (36h) Weeks per year: 52 Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale. Based on 24 hours over 36 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £19,461.05 per annum. Based on 36 hours over 36 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £29,191.58 per annum. Requirements This post is considered Regulated Work with Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with Protected Adults. Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Protected Adults, You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment with Midlothian Council, the cost of which will be met by you. For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk Once you have submitted your application and this has been processed you will be notified by email from Disclosure Scotland that your certificate is available to view. Once you have viewed your certificate you will be allowed to share this with your employer and it is only available for 14 days from the first day you have viewed the certificate. If you do not grant access to Midlothian Council to view before access is removed, a further application will need to be generated, and this will incur an additional cost. Please note: If you have spent more than 3 months working or living out with the UK in the last 5 years then you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website. SSSC registration is an essential requirement of this role. If you are appointed and are not already a member of the relevant section of the SSSC Register, you will be required to apply for registration within 3 months of your start date to ensure that you are registered within the required 6 months. Additional Information If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email recruitment@midlothian.gov.uk to discuss with member of the Recruitment Team stating the post reference number. Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter. If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post. Please note: We do not accept CV's (either electronically or by mail). All our vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the on-line application form. Although there is an ‘import data from my CV’ function on MyJobScotland, this only imports very limited data and should not be relied upon to complete the application form.
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Senior Cleaner - Highbank Intermediate Care - MID07710
Midlothian Council - Dalkeith
£27,857 to £28,834 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Advert Based within Highbank Intermediate Care (move of Premises to Bonnyrigg later this year) your role will be to supervise and participate in the cleaning of designated areas to ensure that they are kept in a clean and hygienic condition. To undertake daily maintenance and the checking of equipment. Ordering of provisions and stock levels. To work shift times, early morning and late afternoons/evenings 5 days per week. KNOWLEDGE: Basic reading is a requirement of the job to enable the Jobholder to read the instructions regarding the handling of chemicals. Must complete The British Institute of Cleaning Services, Cleaning Operators Proficiency Certificate, Stage 1 within 6 months of employment CLOSING DATE - Sunday 27th September 2026 INTERVIEW DATES - Week Commencing 5th October 2026 Vacancy Information Position Title: Senior Cleaner Directorate: Health & Social Care Location: Highbank Intermediate Care Contract Status: Permanent Hours of Work: 22 hours per week Working Pattern: Shift times, early morning and late afternoons/evenings 5 days per week Weeks per year: 52 Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale. Based on 22 hours over 52 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £17,024.25 per annum. Requirements This post is considered Regulated Work with Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with Protected Adults. Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Protected Adults, You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment with Midlothian Council, the cost of which will be met by you. For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk Once you have submitted your application and this has been processed you will be notified by email from Disclosure Scotland that your certificate is available to view. Once you have viewed your certificate you will be allowed to share this with your employer and it is only available for 14 days from the first day you have viewed the certificate. If you do not grant access to Midlothian Council to view before access is removed, a further application will need to be generated, and this will incur an additional cost. Please note: If you have spent more than 3 months working or living out with the UK in the last 5 years then you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website. Additional Information If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email recruitment@midlothian.gov.uk to discuss with member of the Recruitment Team stating the post reference number. Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter. If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post. Please note: We do not accept CV's (either electronically or by mail). All our vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the on-line application form. Although there is an ‘import data from my CV’ function on MyJobScotland, this only imports very limited data and should not be relied upon to complete the application form.
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Assistant Cook - Bilston Primary School - MID07711
Midlothian Council - Roslin
£27,857 to £28,834 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Advert KNOWLEGDE A REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate, an SVQ2 or equivalent in catering and experience of working in a catering environment, are essential for this post. CLOSING DATE - Monday 5th October 2026 INTERVIEW DATE - Monday 12th October 2026 Vacancy Information Position Title: Assistant Cook Directorate: Children, Young People & Partnerships Location: Bilston Primary School Contract Status: Permanent Hours of Work: 25 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday – Thursday 08:00-14:00 (30 min break daily) & Friday 09:00- 12:00 Weeks per year: 38 Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale. Based on 25 hours over 38 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £16,255.03 per annum. Requirements This post is considered Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Children, You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment with Midlothian Council, the cost of which will be met by you. For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk Once you have submitted your application and this has been processed you will be notified by email from Disclosure Scotland that your certificate is available to view. Once you have viewed your certificate you will be allowed to share this with your employer and it is only available for 14 days from the first day you have viewed the certificate. If you do not grant access to Midlothian Council to view before access is removed, a further application will need to be generated, and this will incur an additional cost. Please note: If you have spent more than 3 months working or living out with the UK in the last 5 years then you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website. Additional Information If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email recruitment@midlothian.gov.uk to discuss with member of the Recruitment Team stating the post reference number. Midlothian Council is currently undergoing a period of transformation, changing and improving the way it delivers services in Midlothian. As a consequence, there are a number of existing employees for whom we are committed to seeking suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with our legal obligations. Candidates are advised that, for some vacancies, internal candidates in this situation will be interviewed before the wider selection pool and a slightly longer delay may be experienced before application outcomes can be advised to you. Thank you for your patience in this matter. If you are a trainee of a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability or you are a care experienced young person who has previously been a looked after child, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post. Please note: We do not accept CV's (either electronically or by mail). All our vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the on-line application form. Although there is an ‘import data from my CV’ function on MyJobScotland, this only imports very limited data and should not be relied upon to complete the application form.
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