Total 528 job vacancies by Falkirk Council

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Falkirk Council is seeking to recruit an individual who is a highly skilled practitioner, committed to delivering the very best experiences for our children and young people.

This role involves the successful candidate working within the ASN Service (Central Team) and line managed by Team Manager ASN.

You will support the work of Falkirk Council ASN Transitions Team to improve transitions for young people with ASN or a disability into adulthood. You should have knowledge and experience of working with children with ASN or a disability. You must be motivated to support people to lead full and positive lives by operating in a person-centred capacity.

You must have the ability to be mobile across the council area.

The key policy document for Falkirk schools is Learning to Achieve. This was co-created by headteachers, teachers, early years practitioners, support staff, parents/carers, pupils and other partners.

It sets out clearly our expectations for our staff, namely that they are practitioners who demonstrate commitment to meeting the needs of all learners by:

• reflecting critically on their practice
• being proactive in seeking professional learning opportunities that further enhance their skills and knowledge
• adopting flexible, creative approaches to meet the needs of all learners
• using current educational thinking to inform their practice
• making good use of professional collaboration in school and beyond
• communicating effectively with others

Successful applicants who progress to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to attend an interview.

You will work 18.5 hours per week on a term time basis.

This post is temporary until June 2026 due to a temporary project.

Successful applicants for posts working with children or vulnerable adults will be subject to disclosure checks or the new PVG scheme.

Applicants are encouraged to be explicit in detailing their skills, experience and attributes that they can bring to this post.

To arrange an informal discussion, please contact Kerry Drinnan (ASN Service Manager) at additionalsupport@falkirk.gov.uk

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Catering Assistant working in Falkirk High School. As part of this role you will help prepare and serve food for schools and/or offices within Falkirk Council. You will be motivated and enthusiastic in contributing to the delivery of an effective and efficient customer service.

Previous experience as a Catering Assistant is desirable but is not essential as training will be given. Ultimately, we are looking for individuals who display a positive attitude, are passionate, organised and can work successfully as part of a team. A strong willingness to learn is also critical.

You will work 10 hours per week on a term time basis, Monday to Friday 9am - 11am.

This post is temporary until March 2025 to cover a period of sickness.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Catering Assistant working in Falkirk High School. As part of this role you will help prepare and serve food for schools and/or offices within Falkirk Council. You will be motivated and enthusiastic in contributing to the delivery of an effective and efficient customer service.

Previous experience as a Catering Assistant is desirable but is not essential as training will be given. Ultimately, we are looking for individuals who display a positive attitude, are passionate, organised and can work successfully as part of a team. A strong willingness to learn is also critical.

You will work 10 hours per week on a term time basis, Monday to Friday 11.00am - 1.00pm.

This post is temporary until March 2025 to cover a period of sickness.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

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Early Years Officer

Slamannan Primary School, ELC Class

Post ID ES8032

An opportunity has arisen for a temporary Early Years Officer to join the team at Slamannan Primary School, ELC Class.

You will have skills, knowledge and experience of all current Early Learning and Childcare provision and procedures and have a passion for promoting and delivering high quality play and learning both indoors and outdoors.

You will work as an effective team member and establish positive relationships with children and families. You will have knowledge and experience of current early learning and childcare provision and procedures.

With experience of working with children, you will have an HNC/SVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent. You must be registered with or currently seeking registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

The post is full time (37 hours, term time) and is permanent within Falkirk Council Children’s Services. Please note the salary in the advert will be adjusted accordingly for term time contract. Slamannan Primary School offers extended day options for parents between 8am and 6pm so you must be prepared to work a shift pattern between these hours.

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Early Years Officer

Shieldhill Primary School, ELC Class

Post ID ES7688

**ONLY FALKIRK COUNCIL EMPLOYEES CAN APPLY**

An opportunity has arisen for an Early Years Officer to join the team at Shieldhill Primary School, ELC Class.

You will have skills, knowledge and experience of all current Early Learning and Childcare provision and procedures and have a passion for promoting and delivering high quality play and learning both indoors and outdoors.

You will work as an effective team member and establish positive relationships with children and families. You will have knowledge and experience of current early learning and childcare provision and procedures.

With experience of working with children, you will have an HNC/SVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent. You must be registered with or currently seeking registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

The post is part time – 29.6 hours working Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and is term time. The post is permanent within Falkirk Council Children’s Services.

Please note the salary in the advert will be adjusted accordingly for part time and term time contract.

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The Financial Assessment Team are based within the Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnership where we work closely with other professionals across social work adult services.

It is essential that candidates have knowledge and experience of financial assessment with a local authority or in a social care setting. It is desirable that this experience is gained from working with older adults. The candidate should have strong communication and interpersonal skills, an eagerness to learn and develop, an ability to prioritise workload and time management, be a team-player alongside having experience of financial assessment and case recording.

Being educated to HNC/SVQ Level 3 in Administration or Business Studies or an equivalent or relevant work experience is essential. Having experience of Microsoft Office packages especially MS Excel and a working knowledge of DWP and Social Security Scotland is also required.

The candidate should also possess the ability to interpret and understand statutory requirements and relevant legislation to the post.

You will be required to complete a welfare benefits calculation test at interview.

This post is a hybrid working arrangement which means there is a blend of home working and office-based working.

You will be required to carry out home visits to clients homes who would benefit from, or prefer, to have a face-to-face meeting so this post will require you to be mobile across the Falkirk Council area and neighbouring local authority boundaries so the candidate must hold a full UK driving licence.

You will work 37 hours across Monday to Friday between the hours of 9am to 5.30pm.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership and undergo the necessary driver checks in line with Falkirk Council requirements.

If you feel you have the relevant skills, knowledge and attributes for this post and would like to work within our service where you could lead a fulfilling career then please apply now.

For further information please contact Tracey Reilly at tracey.reilly@falkirk.gov.uk

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Early Years Officer

Rannoch ELC Centre

An opportunity has arisen for a temporary Early Years Officer to join the large team at Rannoch Early Learning and Childcare Centre to cover a maternity leave of absence.

You will have skills, knowledge and experience of all current Early Learning and Childcare provision and procedures and have a passion for promoting and delivering high quality play and learning both indoors and outdoors.

You will work as an effective team member and establish positive relationships with children and families. You will have knowledge and experience of current early learning and childcare provision and procedures.

With experience of working with children, you will have an HNC/SVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent. You must be registered with or currently seeking registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

The post is part time (14.8 hours working Thursday and Friday), term time and is temporary from as soon as possible until 27 June 2025 to cover a maternity leave (with possible extension).

Please note the salary in the advert will be adjusted accordingly for part time and term time contract.

Rannoch ELC Centre is open 8am to 6pm and therefore you should be available to work a shift pattern between these hours.

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For Falkirk Council employees this is a secondment opportunity. Prior to application please obtain confirmation from your current Line Manager that you can be released to take up this secondment opportunity, should you be successful.

The post holder will work in conjunction with workforce development team colleagues and liaise with managers, local agencies and Forth Valley Care Home Support Team.

A key task will be to support staff recruitment during the winter months. The postholder will deliver induction and core training for Care Home new recruits. This will enable them to commence their role without delay and carry out required duties competently in line with Safe Staffing and Health and Safety legislation.

This will include training such as: Moving and Handling, working with people displaying signs and symptoms of stress and distress, Nutrition, Frailty and Aging and other Health and Safety related issues.

The postholder will be based in The Foundry, Larbert and become a member of the Falkirk Social Work Training and Workforce Development Team. They will require to deliver training in various locations across Forth Valley to meet identified needs on behalf of Clackmannanshire & Stirling and Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnerships.

It is essential you have a degree or equivalent level qualification or experience in Social Work, Occupational Therapy or Nursing and experience of working in the care sector. They will require to have knowledge of Community Care and Adult Support and Protection legislation.

We are looking for a passionate experienced trainer who can step into this position quickly and begin to respond to needs associated with winter pressures. The postholder should ideally hold recognised Moving and Handling of people and Managing Challenging Behaviour Instructor qualifications.

This post is considered Regulated Work with 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 Falkirk Council.

We are proud to have a workforce with values that promote human rights, social justice, and professional integrity. We recognise the importance of diversity within our organisation that reflects the communities we serve.

We have a dynamic and forward-thinking workforce, who are committed to making a positive difference for people accessing services and living in our communities. Trauma informed, relationships and strengths based social work sits at the heart of our practice.

We promote a workforce culture where all our people feel valued, included, and able to be their best at work. This supports our mission to be recognised as a learning organisation promoting openness, creativity, and experimentation across the workforce.

We work hard to develop our staff and expose them to a wide range of opportunities. We encourage our workforce to acquire and share knowledge, information, and resources. We nurture innovation, including service co-design that’s shaped by lived experiences and we provide freedom to try new things, to risk failure and to learn from both mistakes and promising and good practice.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

For an informal discussion please contact Evelyn Kennedy, Service Manager-Workforce Development – evelyn.kennedy@falkirk.gov.uk Mobile: 07808509671

Interview Date: 17th December 2024

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As a Car Park Attendant you will have a passion for great customer service and will provide a 5 star customer experience for all visitors to The Helix.

In this post your primary responsibility will be taking payment for parking from our visitors whilst also providing information about The Helix and other areas of interest around Falkirk and beyond. The role is vital to The Helix as in most cases you will be the first point of contact for our visitors and the impression you give them is the one that lasts. In addition to these tasks you will also be required to perform some basic tasks that help with the upkeep of The Helix, including litter picking and basic car park maintenance. We are looking for individuals who display a positive attitude, are passionate, organised and can successfully work as part of a team. A strong willingness to learn is also critical.

The position is 18.75 hours per week on a variable shift pattern which operates across 7 days on a 4 weekly rotation and will include regular weekend working. This is an evening role and the shift is typically from 4.30pm – 10.15pm. The rota will be available for viewing at the interview stage.

This post is temporary until October 2025 due to service requirement.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to carry out a Disclosure Scotland check.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please fill in the form on My Job Scotland with as much detail as possible to allow us to get the possible picture of who you are and what your experiences have been.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact David Moody, Visitor Services Supervisor on 01324 590600.

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You will be responsible for all activities in a larger kitchen and its surrounds connected with the provision of a catering service, including the provision of transported meals.

You will be motivated and enthusiastic in leading a team to provide an effective and efficient customer service to high standard.

You will work 30 hours per week on a term time basis Monday to Friday 7.30am - 2.30pm.

This post is temporary until March 2025 to cover a period of sickness.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

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We are looking for a friendly and organised person with a passion for great customer service. You will work as part of the catering team and present a comfortable and welcoming environment to customers in our café, conference centre and those attending matchday hospitality and other events.

As the first point of contact the role requires someone who is able to provide a high quality of customer service and is a good communicator. The post holder will also be required to assist with the preparation of food and drinks.

You will be required to undertake work outside normal office hours including evenings and weekends.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please visit My Job Scotland.

To apply, please register with Myjobscotland and complete the online application form. Please note that we do not accept CV’s.

For further information, please contact Allison or Linzi on 01324 618740

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Falkirk Council is seeking to recruit class teachers who are highly skilled practitioners, committed to delivering the very best learning and teaching experiences for our children and young people.

The key policy document for Falkirk schools is Learning to Achieve. This was co-created by headteachers, teachers, early years practitioners, support staff, parents/carers, pupils and other partners.

It sets out clearly our expectations for our class teachers, namely that they are practitioners who demonstrate commitment to meeting the needs of all learners by:

• reflecting critically on their practice
• being proactive in seeking professional learning opportunities that further enhance their skills and knowledge
• adopting flexible, creative approaches to meet the needs of all learners
• using current educational thinking to inform their practice
• making good use of professional collaboration in school and beyond
• communicating effectively with others

Successful applicants will:

• hold an appropriate primary qualification
• be fully registered with the General Teaching Council, Scotland (GTCS)
• be able to demonstrate that they possess the commitment, knowledge and skills outlined in the Standard for Full Registration

Successful applicants who progress to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to attend:

• Short Leet interview

You will work 21 hours per week. Your working pattern will be Wednesday to Friday.

Successful applicants for posts working with children or vulnerable adults will be subject to disclosure checks or the new PVG scheme and approval by Care Commission Scotland.

Applicants are encouraged to be explicit in detailing their skills, experience and attributes that they can bring to this post

The salary for this Teacher’s post is paid in line with SNCT Conditions of Service, please see Appendix 2.19 - SNCT Handbook

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Falkirk Council is seeking to recruit class teachers who are highly skilled practitioners, committed to delivering the very best learning and teaching experiences for our children and young people.

You will be part of a Team who are designing exciting new pathways for our pupils following the recent investment of an industrial kitchen and café with barista facilities. This faculty is a popular option for pupils looking to develop skills for life, learning and work.

The key policy document for Falkirk schools is Learning to Achieve. This was co-created by headteachers, teachers, early years practitioners, support staff, parents/carers, pupils and other partners. It sets out clearly our expectations for our class teachers, namely that they are practitioners who demonstrate commitment to meeting the needs of all learners by:

• reflecting critically on their practice
• being proactive in seeking professional learning opportunities that further enhance their skills and knowledge
• adopting flexible, creative approaches to meet the needs of all learners
• using current educational thinking to inform their practice
• making good use of professional collaboration in school and beyond
• communicating effectively with others

Successful applicants will:

• hold an appropriate secondary qualification
• be fully registered with the General Teaching Council, Scotland (GTCS)
• be able to demonstrate that they possess the commitment, knowledge and skills outlined in the Standard for Full Registration

Applicants for a permanent post, who progress to the next stage of the recruitment process, will be invited to participate in a classroom observation and attend a formal interview.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

Applicants are encouraged to be explicit in detailing their skills, experience and attributes that they can bring to this post.

The salary for this Teacher’s post is paid in line with SNCT Conditions of Service, please see Appendix 2.19 - SNCT Handbook

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As a Cleaner within Denny Primary School you will be motivated and enthusiastic in providing a clean and safe environment to a high standard for all staff/visitors. Previous experience as a Cleaner is desirable but is not essential. Ultimately, we are looking for individuals who display a positive attitude, are passionate, organised and can successfully work as part of a team. A strong willingness to learn is also critical.

You will work 5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 7am - 8am.

Requirements

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Early Years Officer

Glenburn ELC Centre

CS5973

An opportunity has arisen for two temporary Early Years Officers to join the large team at Glenburn ELC Centre.

You will have skills, knowledge and experience of all current Early Learning and Childcare provision and procedures and have a passion for promoting and delivering high quality play and learning both indoors and outdoors.

You will work as an effective team member and establish positive relationships with children and families. You will have knowledge and experience of current early learning and childcare provision and procedures.

With experience of working with children, you will have an HNC/SVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent. You must be registered with or currently seeking registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

There are 2 positions available

Post 1 – CS6034 – Full Time, Term Time Temporary from 6th January 2025 until 27th June 2025 initially, with possible extension

Post 2 – CS5973 – Full Time, Full Year from 3 January 2025 until 31st July 2025 initially, with possible extension

The ELC Centre is open from 8am to 6pm and you should be prepared to work a shift pattern between these hours.

Please note which post or posts you wish to be considered for in the additional information section of your application.

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