West Lothian Council current - Livingston

£17.12 to £17.12 an hour

On-sitePermanentFull time

Job advert Supply Housing Support Worker, Various Locations Do you have a passion for making a meaningful difference in people’s lives? Do you thrive in an environment where you need to think on your feet, work flexibly, and deliver person‑centred support? If so, we would love to hear from you. Housing with Care is currently recruiting support workers to join our supply bank of staff. Becoming a member of our supply staff provides a flexible approach to work with various hours available in a range of building-based locations across West Lothian As a Support worker, you will play a key role in supporting a group of tenants to maintain their tenancies by ensuring a warm, friendly and safe environment. The post holder will also directly support tenants in their homes by providing individual advice, practical assistance, personal and emotional care. This is a rewarding and varied role where no two days are the same. You should enjoy working with people, demonstrate empathy, and be committed to delivering high‑quality care within the community. Key responsibilities within the role are: Deliver care and support to tenants as per their care plan, reviewing when necessary to maximise abilities and independent living. Work on own initiative and take decisions within the policy framework, standards and objectives of the service. Undertake relevant building/health and safety compliance tasks within the development(s) as required. Participate in service development to ensure best value through continuous service improvements. To support other developments as required It is essential that candidates have the following: SVQ Level II in health and Social Care Strong communication skills Good literacy and numeracy skills Confident using a range of IT systems We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. This position requires registration with the SSSC. The successful candidate will have six months from the date of commencement of this post to become registered with the SSSC. SSSC stipulate you must submit your application within three months of your start date. If you are already registered with SSSC you will be required to add West Lothian Council to your account. This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.

West Lothian Council current - Livingston

£35,851 to £38,779 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Job advert 28.5 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 31 October 2027 Pathways is a day support service that utilises a base at Quigley House Craigshill, Livingston and operates across West Lothian Communities. The service provides a range of meaningful supported activities that meet individuals’ outcomes and level of support requirements. This is done in a sensitive and structured way supporting individuals through group work to build confidence and skills to explore their goals. An exciting opportunity has arisen for the successful applicant to join our staff team on a fixed term basis (28.5 hours) in a Keyworker position. The Service provides support to access a range of building and community based meaningful activities that meet individual outcomes. This role is both challenging and rewarding and you must be able to support service users in a person- centred way, working in line with any individual risk assessments and active support plans while to access community based and building based activities. As such this role requires staff to be able to develop and deliver a stimulating person centred, outcome focused programme of activities, in line with West Lothian Council policy and procedure and Care Inspectorate Framework, as well as key National Strategies The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate practical skills, knowledge and understanding in how to support and enable people through a range of interactions and adopting a creative holistic approach to an individual’s care and support to meet social, health and wellbeing requirements. The role also includes having responsibility for the co-ordination development and reviewing of personal care plans for a number of individuals - using online recording systems as well as providing support for personal care, physical management as well as supporting people to eat lunches/snacks and have drinks, where required. Service users may also require the support from staff with their communication and understanding, including enabling and supporting people to express their likes, dislikes and wishes. It will be essential for applicants to hold HNC Health and Social Care and SVQ 3 (Health and Social Care) or equivalent for this post. As well as be able to meet the essential criteria set out. We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.

West Lothian Council current - East Calder

£32,134 to £34,011 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Job Advert 36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed Term 15 August 2027 West Lothian Council reserve the right to close this post early depending on applicant response levels. St Paul’s Nursery School is situated within the village of East Calder and serves the local area. The setting consists of am, pm and full day learners aged between three and five. The nursery provides spacious learning areas and there is a large outdoor and garden area. St Paul’s Nursery falls under the management of St Paul’s Primary School, which is situated in the same building. The setting is open 50 weeks per year, and staff work flexibly on a rota across the opening hours. St Paul’s Nursery School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated full-time ELC Practitioner to join our Nursery team. The successful candidate will work as part of a forward-thinking team, bringing a sound knowledge of child development and will respond to the individual needs of each child, providing high-quality interactions and learning and teaching experiences. West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements. We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. This position requires registration with the SSSC. The successful candidate will have six months from the date of commencement of this post to become registered with the SSSC. SSSC stipulate you must submit your application within three months of your start date. If you are already registered with SSSC you will be required to add West Lothian Council to your account. This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council. For further information please contact Betty Skinner, ELC Area Support Manager e-mail: elizabeth.skinner@westlothian.org.uk

West Lothian Council current - East Calder

£26,785 to £27,235 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Job Advert 18 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed term until 15 August 2027. We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements. St Paul’s Nursery School is situated within the village of East Calder and serves the local area. The setting consists of am, pm and full day learners aged between three and five. The nursery provides spacious learning areas and there is a large outdoor and garden area. St Paul’s Nursery falls under the management of St Paul’s Primary School, which is situated in the same building. The setting is open 50 weeks per year and staff work flexibly on a rota across the opening hours. St Paul’s Nursery School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated part time Pupil Support Worker to join our Nursery team. The successful candidate will work as part of a forward thinking team, support the individual needs of each child and support the delivery of high quality interactions and learning and teaching experiences. This position requires registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) as a practitioner. The successful candidate will have three months from commencement in this post to register with the SSSC. This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council. For further information please contact Betty Skinner, ELC Area Support Manager e-mail: elizabeth.skinner@westlothian.org.uk

West Lothian Council current - East Calder

£32,134 to £34,011 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Job Advert 36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed term until 15 August 2027. We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements. Calderwood Primary School is situated within the village of East Calder and serves the local area. The nursery consists of am, pm and full day learners aged between three and five years old. The nursery provides spacious learning areas and there is a large outdoor and garden area. The setting is open 50 weeks per year and staff work flexibly on a rota across the opening hours. Calderwood Nursery School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated part time ELC Practitioner to join our Nursery team. The successful candidate will work as part of a forward thinking team, which has a sound knowledge of child development and responds to the individual needs of each child, providing high quality interactions and learning and teaching experiences. This position requires registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) as a practitioner. The successful candidate will have three months from commencement in this post to register with the SSSC. This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council. For further information please contact Lisa Mushet, ELC Area Support Manager e-mail: lisa.mushet@westlothian.org.uk

West Lothian Council current - Kirknewton

£26,785 to £27,235 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Job Advert 24 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, Fixed term until 11 April 2027. We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements. Kirknewton Primary School and ELC is a non-denominational school serving the village of Kirknewton and the surrounding community. The school sits within the Balerno High School cluster. At present, the total school and nursery roll is 202 pupils. The school has well developed and mutually successful and supportive partnership links with local community groups and businesses. We have earned a good reputation within the community and we are very well supported by the wider parent forum. Kirknewton Primary are seeking an enthusiastic pupil support worker to join the hardworking and committed support team in the school. The role will also include providing support to the school office. This position requires registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) as a practitioner. The successful candidate will have three months from commencement in this post to register with the SSSC. This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council. For further information please contact Kimberley Hughes, Headteacher e-mail: kimberley.hughes@westlothian.org.uk

West Lothian Council current - Bathgate

£26,785 to £27,235 a year

On-sitePermanentFull time

Job Advert 36 Hours, 52.14 Weeks per year, Permanent + 14% shift allowance We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Do you have a passion for making a difference in people’s lives? Do you thrive in an environment where you can think on your feet and work flexibly? Do you have a can-do attitude with a person-centred focus? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Care Worker to join our Crisis Response Team. Crisis Response is a 24-hour service which works directly in partnership with West Lothian Careline providing specialist assistance for individuals who are at risk of falling or who have had a fall. Assistance will be provided to those who have fallen and are uninjured to maximise independence and minimise risk of falling in the future. Where required, staff will use specialist lifting equipment to assist up from the floor and carry out a fall's assessment. Referrals to other services may be made. The service also responds to telecare alerts where there is a no response and will also provide short term supports to prevent hospital admission and support early discharge You will need to enjoy working with people, have empathy, and like a working environment which is fast paced with no two days the same. You will also need to want to be part of a team who are committed to providing good quality care in people’s homes. A full driving licence is required. This position requires registration with the SSSC. The successful candidate will have three months from commencement in this post to register with the SSSC. This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.

West Lothian Council current - Bathgate

£35,851 to £38,779 a year

HybridPermanentFull time

Job advert 18 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per week, Fixed Term until 31 March 2027 This post is based within the Advice Shop where the successful candidate will work to promote financial inclusion and work in partnership to develop actions to mitigate poverty locally. Funded through the Scottish Governments Child Poverty Accelerator Fund West Lothian Council is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Research Coordinator to bring together learning from across West Lothian, Glasgow and East Renfrewshire, and engage with local partners within West Lothian to improve community engagement. The post holder will co-ordinate various engagement activities within communities which have been identified through the Child Poverty Index Model and gather insights into any barriers that may be affecting these communities in accessing the support available. This post will aim to improve community engagement by understanding the factors that may be limiting current uptake in targeting those identified as having unmet need. We are looking for someone with experience in a customer focused environment with a view of improving services and reducing poverty as well as excellent communication, organisational and partnership-working skills. Experience of developing projects and working collaboratively with stakeholders is also essential together with the ability to analyse information and prepare reports for a range of audiences. The post holder should also have a high level of research and analytical skills. Experience in organising events and delivering training is also desirable. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to tackling poverty in West Lothian and improving outcomes for local people and communities. We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

West Lothian Council current - Bathgate

£35,851 to £38,779 a year

HybridPermanentFull time

Job advert 36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 31 March 2027 This post is based within the Advice Shop where the successful candidate will work to promote income maximisation and alleviate poverty through advice and advocacy in the areas of welfare benefits/appeals, money/debt, housing and energy advice. The post holder will work with people who have enduring drug and alcohol addictions. This role will provide a targeted service to this group, working alongside a range of community planning partners to ensure that the customer is at the centre of a high-quality advice service. This role will aim to promote active referrals for customers to a range of holistic support services, and by working with the Health & Social Care Partnership to improve awareness of the impacts of drug and alcohol addictions on finances and strengthen referral pathways for appropriate support. The successful candidate will also assist in the development of this service and help with targeted campaigns to this group through the delivery of talks, training and presentations. Experience giving money/debt, benefits, energy or housing advice is essential. Good research and analytical skills and experience in organising events and delivering talks and presentations are desirable. We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Thames Water - Reading, Home Counties

£41,000 to £55,000 a year

PermanentFull time

As a Project Engineer within the Thames Valley Delivery Office, you'll play a vital role in delivering projects that improve both water and wastewater treatment services across the region. Working on some of Thames Water's most important infrastructure, you'll help modernise treatment plants, enhance environmental performance, increase resilience, and ensure we continue to provide safe, reliable services to millions of customers. You'll be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from technical reviews, feasibility studies and design development through to construction, commissioning and handover. Working across a diverse portfolio of schemes, you'll help improve drinking water quality, increase treatment capacity to support growing communities, enhance wastewater treatment processes, reduce storm overflows, improve effluent quality, and protect local rivers and ecosystems. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to projects that safeguard the environment, support regulatory commitments, and future-proof critical water and wastewater assets for generations to come. What you'll be doing - Working alongside Senior Engineers, consultants and contractors to deliver a portfolio of water and wastewater non-infrastructure projects from concept development and optioneering through to contract award and construction. - Supporting the development of technical solutions, feasibility studies and outline designs that meet operational, environmental and regulatory requirements. - Producing contractual project briefs and reviewing pre-construction information to ensure projects are well-defined and ready for delivery. - Identifying, assessing and mitigating project risks while maximising opportunities to support robust scope development and value-for-money delivery. - Reviewing survey information, technical drawings, designs and contractor proposals, raising concerns and recommendations to Senior and Lead Engineers. - Providing technical assurance of detailed designs and managing engineering change throughout the construction phase. - Supporting project teams during commissioning, testing and asset handover to ensure successful project delivery. - Undertaking design reviews to ensure solutions are safe, efficient, operable and aligned to business objectives. - Supporting the role of CDM Designer and Principal Designer during the design phase and ensuring Thames Water fulfils its client responsibilities under CDM Regulations 2015. - Working collaboratively with operational teams, contractors and stakeholders to deliver projects safely, efficiently and sustainably. - Championing Thames Water's zero-compromise approach to health, safety and wellbeing across all project activities. We're looking for you to - Have a background in project engineering, ideally within the water, wastewater, utilities, process, manufacturing or industrial sectors. - Hold a Mechanical Engineering qualification, HNC/HND, degree or equivalent engineering qualification. - Be Incorporated, working towards Incorporated status, or actively pursuing professional registration with a relevant engineering institution. - Demonstrate the ability to manage and coordinate multiple stakeholders, including operational teams, contractors, consultants and external organisations. - Have an understanding of project delivery methodologies within process-based industries. - Possess strong technical knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and their application within industrial environments. - Understand health, safety and environmental requirements within construction, including CDM Regulations 2015. - Be able to review technical information and challenge designs to ensure safe, practical and cost-effective solutions. - Hold a full UK driving licence, as regular travel to operational sites across the Thames Valley will be required. What's in it for you? The Thames Valley Delivery Team sits at the heart of our capital delivery programme, turning ideas into operational assets that make a real difference for our customers, communities and the environment. You'll gain exposure to a wide range of projects and collaborate with teams from across Thames Water, our engineering partners and delivery contractors. - Competitive salary of £41,000 - £55,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience. - 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days with length of service, plus bank holidays. - Generous Pension Scheme through AON - Annual personal medical assessments available to all employees. - Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. - Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment) Who are we? We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Water Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more. We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support. When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.