Apprenticeship Training Supervisor
Buckinghamshire College Group - Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
£30,779.86 to £30,779.86 a year
PermanentFull time
Ready to elevate your career while nurturing the next generation of talented Plumbers? Buckinghamshire College is seeking to recruit a highly organised, customer focussed individual who is passionate about apprenticeships to join their team and support the growth of their Apprenticeship programmes. We are excited to expand our Apprenticeship team and are looking for a dynamic Apprenticeship Training Supervisor to join us in this pivotal role. In this role, you will manage a caseload of apprentices, fostering strong relationships with both employers and apprentices. You will conduct reviews and ensure that training is completed successfully for End Point Assessments. Your strong work ethic and wide experience will be crucial in shaping and supporting our apprentices' journeys whilst ensuring our employers receive the best training service. Key Responsibilities: Oversee recruitment and onboarding of new employers and apprentices, providing information, advice, draft plans, and support for apprenticeship funds, ensuring a smooth start to the programs Develop positive relationships with employers, keep them updated on their apprentice's training, and address any concerns to ensure a high satisfaction rate Develop action plans with employers and apprentices, set targets, and motivate apprentices to achieve their apprenticeship and advance their careers and track performance Carry out tri-partite reviews with employers and their apprentices Deliver the Professional Development/WISPA group tutorials and teach the students content which is of benefit from a meaningful programme Effectively communicate with employers, apprentices, staff, parents and students We will encourage you to develop new skills and expand your opportunities within the College. We are also flexible and accommodating, allowing you to be as productive as possible. If you're ready to take on this challenging yet rewarding role, apply now and join us in our mission to empower every student to reach their full potential! Why join Buckinghamshire College Group? We will encourage you to develop new skills and expand your opportunities within the College. We are also flexible and accommodating, allowing you to be as productive as possible. Employee benefits include: Pension scheme - LGPS (Local Government Pension Scheme) Generous annual leave entitlement plus Bank Holidays & additional leave purchase scheme Access to free training & continuous professional development A bespoke package of intensive induction and probation support Flexible working policy and a commitment to employee wellbeing Discounts in the Aylesbury Day Nursery & Aylesbury Hair & Beauty (HAB) Salon) 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Cycle to work and local business employee corporate discount schemes Buckinghamshire College Group is a Further Education college with three campuses located in Aylesbury, Amersham and Wycombe. We are proud to be a skills-based college supporting over 5000 learners each year to achieve their study and career goals and play a pivotal role in the Buckinghamshire community working with a wide range of employers for example, Pinewood Studios, NHS Trusts and Flannery Plant Hire to name but a few. You will have an unwavering passion for learning and for supporting learners and staff to achieve more than they ever thought possible - we call this the Bucks College Factor! If you have the Bucks College Factor, this sounds like a role for you and Buckinghamshire College Group sounds like a place you'd like to be part of, then we'd love to hear from you. Commitment to Safeguarding BCG is committed to equal opportunities for all, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and staff alike; all posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks. For more information about the role, please refer to the Job Description and Terms and Conditions located in the job details above. Only completed applications will be considered for this role. For more information on the role please contact HR directly. The closing date for applications is 11/11/ 2026 . Interviews are scheduled to take place on shortly after 19/11/ 2026 ; however, please note that these dates may be subject to change. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive sufficient applications or source a suitable candidate. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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Industry Placement Officer
Buckinghamshire College Group - Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
£28,166.13 to £28,166.13 a year
PermanentFull time
Would you like to create the workforce of the future, support the achievement of career aspiration? Are you looking for an exciting next step in your career journey, then this is the role for you. We are seeking to recruit an innovative, outgoing and motivated individual to join our outstanding team of Industry Placement Officers. Based at our Aylesbury Campus; you will engage with employer's, staff and students, working collaboratively to ensure our young people have high class and relevant work experience and Industry Placement in the local community and beyond. This is a full-time position - 37 hours per week over 52 weeks per annum The successful candidate will be: Generating new placement and work experience opportunities, as well as being the key point of contact for employers, whilst they host a student on work placement. Establishing and developing strong relationships with employers and having a clear commitment to ensure that these relationships are sustainable Liaising with teaching staff to ensure that work placements provide appropriate opportunities for learners to progress in both their technical and work-related skills development, relevant to their chosen vocational sector. Why join Buckinghamshire College Group? We will encourage you to develop new skills and expand your opportunities within the College. We are also flexible and accommodating, allowing you to be as productive as possible. Employee benefits include: Pension scheme - LGPS (Local Government Pension Scheme) Generous annual leave entitlement plus Bank Holidays & additional leave purchase scheme Access to free training & continuous professional development A bespoke package of intensive induction and probation support Flexible working policy and a commitment to employee wellbeing Discounts in the Aylesbury Day Nursery & Aylesbury Hair & Beauty (HAB) Salon) 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Cycle to work and local business employee corporate discount schemes Buckinghamshire College Group is a Further Education college with three campuses located in Aylesbury, Amersham and Wycombe. We are proud to be a skills-based college supporting over 5000 learners each year to achieve their study and career goals and play a pivotal role in the Buckinghamshire community working with a wide range of employers for example, Pinewood Studios, NHS Trusts and Flannery Plant Hire to name but a few. You will have an unwavering passion for learning and for supporting learners and staff to achieve more than they ever thought possible - we call this the Bucks College Factor! If you have the Bucks College Factor, this sounds like a role for you and Buckinghamshire College Group sounds like a place you'd like to be part of, then we'd love to hear from you. Commitment to Safeguarding BCG is committed to equal opportunities for all, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and staff alike; all posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks. For more information about the role, please refer to the Job Description and Terms and Conditions located in the job details above. Only completed applications will be considered for this role. For more information on the role please contact HR directly. For more information on the role please contact HR directly. The closing date for applications is 17 /11/2026. Interviews are scheduled to take place on 25/11/2026; however, please note that these dates may be subject to change. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive sufficient applications or source a suitable candidate. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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Housing Officer - MID07786
Midlothian Council - Dalkeith
£32,554 to £34,451 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Vacancy Midlothian Council is seeking applications for the post of Housing Officer to support the delivery of high-quality housing services across our communities. This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive housing team committed to providing excellent services to tenants, supporting sustainable communities, and helping tenants thrive. As the only local authority in the vicinity of Edinburgh not currently operating under a housing emergency, Midlothian Council is proud of its proactive approach to housing management, investment, tenancy sustainment, and community engagement. We are looking for enthusiastic and customer-focused individuals who share our commitment to delivering outstanding services. This role sits within the Housing Service and offers the opportunity to work closely with tenants, residents, partner agencies, and colleagues across the Council. You will play a key role in supporting neighbourhoods, sustaining tenancies, addressing housing issues, and ensuring our customers receive a responsive and professional service. Main duties will include: Managing a designated area and acting as the first point of contact for tenants. Supporting tenancy sustainment and providing advice on a range of housing matters. Investigating and resolving anti-social behaviour complaints and neighbourhood issues. Managing tenancy changes, successions, assignations, and other tenancy-related matters. Carrying out estate inspections and helping to maintain safe, clean, and attractive neighbourhoods. Contributing to the delivery of excellent customer service and continuous service improvement. You will be a visible and approachable member of the team with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will enjoy working with people from a wide range of backgrounds and be able to build positive relationships with tenants, colleagues, and partner organisations. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping people and making a difference in local communities. Previous housing experience would be advantageous; however, it is not essential. We welcome applications from candidates with transferable skills gained in customer service, social care, community work, tenancy support, education, public services, or other relevant sectors. Midlothian Council is a great place to work, offering a supportive and inclusive environment where staff development is actively encouraged. You will be joining a friendly and diverse team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. Monday – Friday office hours CLOSING DATE - Sunday 1 st November 2026 INTERVIEW DATE - Thursday 12 th November 2026 Job Advert KNOWLEDGE Operational knowledge of housing policy and related legislation is desirable to deliver accurate information and make balanced judgements within statutory requirements & strict guidelines. The jobholder should have experience of dealing with vulnerable and disadvantaged clients, and have knowledge of giving welfare related advice and signposting to support networks. Knowledge of housing and related legislation in the operation of Council policies and procedures Knowledge of MS Office or similar Spreadsheet and Word processing applications is essential. Homepoint Level 2 or 2 Highers, including English, or SVQ equivalent combined with necessary experience. A diploma in Housing Studies is a desirable qualification. If the jobholder does not meet the educational criteria, they will have to evidence they have the capacity to meet the educational standard. The jobholder requires knowledge of a wide range of jobs and associated activities and will generally need an extended period of relevant working experience to become fully competent & familiar with all aspects of the job (2 years). Position Title: Housing Officer Directorate: Place Location: Fairfield House 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 £32,554.06 per annum. Responsibilities 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 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. 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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Social Worker/Mental Health Officer - Mental Health Team - MID07791
Midlothian Council - Dalkeith
£44,989 to £49,009 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Job Vacancy Mental Health Team This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established mental health social work service in Midlothian. The service is part of Midlothian’s overall Joint Mental Health Team which involves professionals from psychiatry, CPN’s, Occupational Therapy and Psychology. There is a strong team spirit and a focus on delivering the best possible outcomes for our service users. Peer support within the team is well developed and all staff have opportunities to liaise with their colleagues regularly, both within the office environment and when working remotely. All staff take part in either the MHO duty rota or the number 11 office duty rota on a regular basis. We have a strong focus on training and development within the team and staff are encouraged to attend relevant training events when possible. Midlothian Mental Health Team is based at ‘Number 11’ recovery hub in Dalkeith and the team is co-located alongside colleagues from community mental health teams, substance use teams and the justice service. Some of our third sector partners are also based in Number 11. It can be a busy and fast paced environment which allows professionals to come together quickly if needed, to make decisions and offer support to people who are experiencing distress in several areas of their lives. The social work mental health team currently has 9 social workers, 8 are qualified as MHO’s. The focus of the team is on working primarily with people who have become involved with secondary mental health services and need MHO input and/or social work support. We also deal with a variety of referrals in relation to people who have mental health issues of any kind and the team is responsible for assessing and providing/signposting to appropriate services. The team offers support and advice to other adult service teams within Midlothian in relation to mental health queries and statutory interventions. You need to have an interest in working full time within the field of mental health and the enthusiasm to undertake work that can at times be difficult and challenging. You will have access to a primarily office-based line manager, regular professional supervision and supportive colleagues. 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. Mental Health Team The essential qualifications for a Social Worker within the Mental Health Team are 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 - Tuesday 3rd November 2026 INTERVIEW DATE - TBC Job Advert Position Title: Social Worker/Mental Health Officer Directorate: Health and Social Care Location: Number 11 Contract Status: Permanent Hours of Work: 36 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 09:00-17:00 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 Protected Adults and Children 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 and/or Children. Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Protected Adults and 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 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. 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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Community Care Officer - MID07788
Midlothian Council - Dalkeith
£32,554 to £34,451 a year
HybridPermanentPart time
Job Vacancy An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Business Services Operational Support and Finance Team. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is willing to embrace new challenges. KNOWLEDGE The minimum level of education is HNC in Business Administration or Finance although Jobholders must be able to demonstrate and ability to research, analyse and draw conclusions. Previous experience of working directly with people with a mixed level of abilities and the ability to elicit and explain information is also essential. Jobholders must have a sound knowledge of funding sources and the various criteria applied by the social work division and funding organisations. A working knowledge of a wide range of relevant legal and financial frameworks is required, e.g. DWP allowances and benefits in connection with the completion of financial forms and income maximisation is essential and Verification Training will be a requirement. The Community Care (Direct Payments)(Scotland) Act is essential. The Independent Living Fund and the impact of interagency funding levels is essential for calculations and in order to give advice. The National Assistance Act is required to advise on financial assessments and contributions and for complex financial queries, e.g. property and disposal of assets. The Community Care & Health (Scotland) Act is required to advise on criteria for personal/nursing care and charging issues. The jobholder must keep abreast of legislative and statutory changes to all the above. In order to be competent in the role the Jobholder requires knowledge of a wide range of roles and organisational activities in addition to procedural knowledge of their own role and understanding of the work of others, ranging across admin, finance, funding sources and service provision. The administrative and reporting aspects of the work requires an understanding of office procedures and organisation, particularly within Social Work and it is essential that jobholders have good IT skills, particularly the establishment of spread sheets and development of reports. The jobholder must be able to demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of client need and an awareness of the context in which Community Care operates Closing Date - Sunday 1st November 2026 Interview Dates - Week commencing Monday 9th November 2026 Job Advert Position Title: Community Care Officer Directorate: Place Location: Fairfield House Contract Status: Permanent Hours of Work: 18 hours per week Work Pattern: Monday to Friday Weeks per year: 52 weeks per year Please note that it is Midlothian Councils policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale. Based on 18 hours over 52 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £16,277.03 per annum. Responsibilities 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 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. 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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Class Teacher - Rosewell Primary School - MID07790
Midlothian Council - Rosewell
£36,159 to £54,453 a year
On-siteTemporaryFull time
Job Description Class Teacher SNCT Main Grade £36,159 - £54,453 Rosewell Primary School Fixed Term until 15 August 2027 Full Time - 35 hours per week Currently, Midlothian has 6 secondary schools, 31 primary schools (19 of which have nurseries) and 4 stand alone nursery schools. Our special school, Saltersgate, provides support for children with a range of physical, social, emotional, behavioural and learning difficulties. The schools range in size from our smallest primary school with around 50 children to our largest secondary with over 1600 pupils. We have a diverse range of school catchments, from rural to urban settings. We are fortunate to have a growing number of new build schools, with 15 of our primary schools and 2 secondary having been built within the last 10 years and several new builds planned. At Rosewell Primary School we aim to give children the best learning experiences we possibly can in order for children to reach their full potential. Our school vision is ‘Learning together for a better future’ which reflects our vision of the community taking responsibility and being involved in all of our children’s learning. We are a school that is focused on equity, creativity and excellence. We are seeking to appoint a highly skilled, expert practitioner who has a proven track record and experience of building effective relationships, leading innovative teaching and learning and supporting learners to be the best they can be. Interviews for the above post will take place week beginning Monday 16th November 2026 Requirements Pre Employment Checks/Requirements for Teaching Positions If you are successful, our offer of employment will be conditional on satisfactory completion of pre-employment requirements, such as medical screening, two written references, one which must be from your most recent/current employer, verification of your original qualifications and your eligibility to work in the United Kingdom. Registration with the General Teaching Council and a satisfactory PVG check for Regulated Work with Children will also be essential. General Teaching Council Scotland Teachers applying for permanent posts should be fully registered with the General Teaching Council Scotland (GTCS). For further information on registration please visit: www.gtcs.org.uk Regulated Work with Children 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 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. How to Apply 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. Closing Date Monday 9th November 2026
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Learning Assistant ASN - Rosewell Primary School - MID07789
Midlothian Council - Rosewell
£29,191 to £30,187 a year
On-siteTemporaryPart time
Job Vacancy KNOWLEDGE Evidence of basic literacy and numeracy at Standard Grade General level or SVQ2 in Early Years Care and Education, or National Certificate unit in Childcare & Education, or equivalent competency, to enable the jobholder to communicate effectively with staff and pupils, and provide sensitive support. The jobholder must be familiar with child development and able to respond to the needs of individual pupils. Jobholders should have previous experience of working in this field of work. To be fully competent in the role jobholders will be required to undertake addition training courses eg first aid, calm techniques etc. If the post is within a Nursery Environment then the Jobholder must be registered with or obtain membership with the SSSC within 6 months of appointment. In order to register you must currently hold the relevant qualifications or be willing to work towards attaining these qualifications within the first year of registration. For further information about the qualifications recognised by SSSC for registration in a Support Worker role, please see www.sssc.uk.com CLOSING DATE - Sunday 8th November 2026 INTERVIEW DATE - Week Commencing Monday 16th November 2026 Job Advert Position Title: Learning Assistant ASN Directorate: Children, Young People and Partnerships Location: Rosewell Primary School Contract Status: Fixed Term until 29/06/2027 Hours of Work: 12 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday – Thursday 12:45–15:00 and Friday 09:00–12:00. 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 12 hours over 39 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £8,391.12 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 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. 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 Support Assistant - MID07787
Midlothian Council - Dalkeith
£29,191 to £30,187 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Vacancy We are looking for a motivated individual to join our Business Services Operational Support and Finance Team. You will be responsible for providing effective financial support to a number of Council services. Responsibilities include processing financial assessments, raising purchase orders, issuing contracts, raising and payment of invoices and reconciling accounts for care home placements. Also the administration and record keeping of Free School Meals & Education Maintenance Allowance. All of this work requires you to work to tight deadlines. You will be maintaining information in software systems, databases and generating letters and other documents in the course of your duties. These duties are not exhaustive, and you may be required to carry out other roles within the department. KNOWLEDGE Evidence of competency in literacy and numeracy skills such as a minimum of three standard grades level 3 passes or above to include Mathematics and English, or equivalent. Knowledge of supervisory skills;Word-processing/spreadsheet/keyboard and clerical skills; SVQ 2 or equivalent is an acceptable alternative for these skills. Previous office experience, demonstrating a working knowledge of the relevant procedures; communication, relevant software and computer skills. CLOSING DATE - Sunday 1st November 2026 INTERVIEW DATE - week beginning 9th November 2026 Job Advert Position Title: Senior Support Assistant Directorate: Place Location: Fairfield House, Dalkeith Contract Status: Permanent Hours of Work: 36 hours 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 36 hours over 52 weeks per year, the minimum actual salary for this position is £29,181.58 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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Class Teacher ASN x3 - Cuiken Primary School - MID07782
Midlothian Council - Penicuik
£36,159 to £54,453 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Description Class Teacher ASN x3 Main Grade £36,159 - £54,453 Permanent Full Time - 35 hours per week Currently, Midlothian has 6 secondary schools, 31 primary schools (19 of which have nurseries) and 4 stand alone nursery schools. Our special school, Saltersgate, provides support for children with a range of physical, social, emotional, behavioural and learning difficulties. The schools range in size from our smallest primary school with around 50 children to our largest secondary with over 1600 pupils. We have a diverse range of school catchments, from rural to urban settings. We are fortunate to have a growing number of new build schools, with 15 of our primary schools and 2 secondary having been built within the last 10 years and several new builds planned. 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 o To nurture a sense of wellbeing in our children that they grow into respectful young people able to make healthy choices. • Be Kind o To develop a strong sense of respect for themselves, our Cuiken family and the wider world. • Aim High o To foster creativity and enable our children to become ambitious and motivated life long learners. o To equip children with well developed literacy, numeracy and life skills in order that they can lead independent and successful lives. We are seeking to appoint a highly skilled, expert practitioner with a proven track record and experience of building effective relationships, leading innovative teaching and learning and supporting learners to build their communication and independence. As a member of our Cuiken Family you would lead a team to plan and facilitate learning, assess, track and monitor progress to respond to individual needs and build a nurturing environment which enables our children to thrive. Interviews for the above post will take place week beginning 2nd November 2026. Requirements Pre Employment Checks/Requirements for Teaching Positions If you are successful, our offer of employment will be conditional on satisfactory completion of pre-employment requirements, such as medical screening, two written references, one which must be from your most recent/current employer, verification of your original qualifications and your eligibility to work in the United Kingdom. Registration with the General Teaching Council and a satisfactory PVG check for Regulated Work with Children will also be essential. General Teaching Council Scotland Teachers applying for permanent posts should be fully registered with the General Teaching Council Scotland (GTCS). For further information on registration please visit: www.gtcs.org.uk Regulated Work with Children 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. How to Apply 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. Closing Date Tuesday 27th October 2026
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Social Worker - Learning Disability Team - MID07781
Midlothian Council - Dalkeith
£44,989 to £49,009 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Vacancy Midlothian Council are seeking to recruit a Social Worker for the Learning Disability Team. The social worker will be responsible for assessing and providing social work and social care services to adults with Learning Disabilities, some of whom will have complex care needs and will be expected to have or develop expertise in assessment and care management thus service user group. Duties will also include managing a complex workload, chairing meetings and reviews, undertaking adult support and protection activities and participating in case conferences. Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work with individuals with a learning disability and their families are essential. The social worker will work be required to work closely with care providers to manage and oversee care provision. In addition, the social worker will work closely with health professionals and in particular the Community Learning Disability Team. The social worker will work as part of a wider team of social work and OT team and where necessary will provide support to other teams and undertake specific pieces of work relevant to all practice teams. If you wish further information or to have an informal discussion about this position, please email the Team Leader: Claire.Farquhar@midlothian.gov.uk 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. Experience working with individuals with Learning Disabilities is desirable. Applications from newly qualified workers will be considered where the individual has significant disability experience and awareness. CLOSING DATE - Thursday 5th November, 2026 INTERVIEW DATE - Week commencing Monday 16th November, 2026 Job Advert Position Title: Social Worker - Learning Disability Team Directorate: Health and Social Care Location: Fairfield House Contract Status: Permanent Hours of Work: 36 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday - Friday 7 hours and 12 minutes per day 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 Protected Adults and Children 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 and/or Children. Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Protected Adults and 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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