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Connect Appointments have immediate starts available for a Heating Engineer to work on-site in Edinburgh.

Schedule: 38 hour working week

Pay rates: £20 per hour (CIS)

As a Heating Engineer, you will work on steel screwed pipework and fittings, running all steel pipework from the boiler room to the radiators. Ability to follow drawings and operate pipe screwing machines:

• Hot and cold-water installations
• Vent installation
• Commercial heating system installation
• Carrying out a combination of first and second fix

The successful Heating Engineer will be required to have:

• A valid CSCS card
• Experience in commercial projects

GET CONNECTED

Apply for this role today by submitting your most up to date CV, or by calling our expert consultants on 01324 464 951.

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Connect Appointments are seeking Commercial Plumbers for work across Edinburgh. Immediate starts available!

Pay rate: £19 per hour

Schedule: 38 hours per week

Our client is a major player in the Building Services market and are looking for Commercial Plumbers for work around the Edinburgh area. The role will primarily involve the fitting of copper and stainless pipework and fittings.

The ideal Commercial Plumber will have:

• Valid CSCS card
• The ability to use both crimped and soldered fittings
• The availability to start immediately
• Excellent communication skills

Interested? Get Connected and apply now by submitting your CV, or contact Derek on 01324 464 951.

CATECH

Balfour Beatty Group Enabling Functions are Legal, Finance, IT and Procurement, Communications, Health Safety and Environment, HR and Sustainability. Together, they support delivery of our Build to Last strategy whilst improving efficiencies and standardising our approach, systems and processes.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com

About the role

Balfour Beatty are looking for a Senior Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor to join our team covering projects in and around the Edinburgh area.

The Senior Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor will support the Balfour Beatty projects to drive HS&W performance, ensuring efficient and effective advice and support to meet and where possible exceed operational requirements supporting the Head of HS&W & HS&W Manager to achieve Zero Harm objectives.

Some of the projects this role will support include:

• Liberton High School
• Craighall Primary School
• Blindwells Primary School
• Biomes – Edi Botanic Gardens
• Roseburn to Union Cancel
• Various Active Travel Project
• Cockenie Power Station (Civils – Earthwork project)
• Edinburgh Airport
• Various RAAC projects for Edinburgh University

What you'll be doing

• Implement Business Unit Zero Harm strategy through visible leadership to drive
  the delivery of the Zero Harm Action Plan.
• Provide project teams with expert HS&W technical advice, guidance and
  support.
• Collaboratively engage with both internal & external customers and the supply
  chain to promote zero harm delivery.
• In conjunction with operational management complete a local and bespoke risk-
  based Service Level Agreement with each project which is kept under quarterly
  review to provide assurance that the project is compliant with HS&W
  requirements.
• Undertake regular site inspections as per project risk matrix and produce formal
  reports using the Project Portal to record HS&W inspections.
• Undertake regular checks on Health and Safety Risk Management highlighting
  risks and opportunities.
• Provide expert support to investigate accidents, incidents and near miss events
  in accordance with Balfour Beatty Group Standards and company requirements.
• Support work winning teams with quality HS&E responses for bids, proposals
  and PQQs for future projects.
• Engage and develop relationships with design & engineering teams to eliminate
  and reduce HS&W risk through design.
• Challenge the norm by innovating and improving the way we work, whilst
  keeping pace with industry change and promote successes.
• Provide support and mentoring to other HS&E colleagues in their development

Who we're looking for

The following qualities/experience are required:

• Relevant H&S Diploma, NVQ or Degree (or equivalent level 6 qualification).
  May consider candidates with a certificate/qualification currently working
  towards one of these qualifications with relevant on-site experience and to have
  or be working toward Chartered Membership of IOSH.
• Strong understanding of UK Health and Safety Regulatory Framework.
• Ability to influence and promote a positive HS&E culture by engaging and
  conversing at all levels.
• Ability to undertake project planning, project management and work to budgets.
• Competence in incident investigation.
• Ability to prepare formal written reports on HS&W topics.
• Broad experience of complex construction and civils projects (or experience
  from an equivalent sector)

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us

Balfour Beatty Group Enabling Functions are Legal, Finance, IT and Procurement, Communications, Health Safety and Environment, HR and Sustainability. Together, they support delivery of our Build to Last strategy whilst improving efficiencies and standardising our approach, systems and processes.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com

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Job Title: German Speaking Customer Service Administrator
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: £24,000-£25,000 per year
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Are you a skilled Customer Service Advisor seeking a new opportunity? Do you thrive in a fast-paced and modern work environment? Are you fluent in German?

Our client is a global leader in their industry and is seeking a Customer Service Representative to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the end-to-end customer journey efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

- Management of current customer accounts
- Handling a high volume of inbound phone calls
- Building and maintaining relationships with carriers and customers
- Providing exceptional customer service to clients and carriers
- Resolving customer and carrier issues
- Providing quotes, arranging bookings and taking payments
- Demonstrating excellent multitasking skills and proficiency in computer software
- Representing the company in a professional manner and serving as a role model to other employees

Job Requirements:

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Adaptability to changes in the work environment
- Accuracy and ability to produce high-quality work
- Dependability
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in teams and be open to others' perspectives
- Demonstrate respect for individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds
- Strong decision-making abilities

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Job Title: Arabic Speaking Customer Service Administrator
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: £24,000-£25,000 per year
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Are you a skilled Customer Service Advisor seeking a new opportunity? Do you thrive in a fast-paced and modern work environment? Are you fluent in Arabic?

Our client is a global leader in their industry and is seeking a Customer Service Representative to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the end-to-end customer journey efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

- Management of current customer accounts
- Handling a high volume of inbound phone calls
- Building and maintaining relationships with carriers and customers
- Providing exceptional customer service to clients and carriers
- Resolving customer and carrier issues
- Providing quotes, arranging bookings and taking payments
- Demonstrating excellent multitasking skills and proficiency in computer software
- Representing the company in a professional manner and serving as a role model to other employees

Job Requirements:

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Adaptability to changes in the work environment
- Accuracy and ability to produce high-quality work
- Dependability
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in teams and be open to others' perspectives
- Demonstrate respect for individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds
- Strong decision-making abilities

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Job Title: Arabic Speaking Customer Service Administrator
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: £24,000-£25,000 per year
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Are you a skilled Customer Service Advisor seeking a new opportunity? Do you thrive in a fast-paced and modern work environment? Are you fluent in Arabic?

Our client is a global leader in their industry and is seeking a Customer Service Representative to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the end-to-end customer journey efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

- Management of current customer accounts
- Handling a high volume of inbound phone calls
- Building and maintaining relationships with carriers and customers
- Providing exceptional customer service to clients and carriers
- Resolving customer and carrier issues
- Providing quotes, arranging bookings and taking payments
- Demonstrating excellent multitasking skills and proficiency in computer software
- Representing the company in a professional manner and serving as a role model to other employees

Job Requirements:

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Adaptability to changes in the work environment
- Accuracy and ability to produce high-quality work
- Dependability
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in teams and be open to others' perspectives
- Demonstrate respect for individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds
- Strong decision-making abilities

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Job Title: Turkish Speaking Customer Service Administrator
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: £24,000-£25,000 per year
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Are you a talented Customer Service Advisor looking for a new challenge? Do you excel in a fast-paced, modern work environment? Are you fluent in Turkish?
Our client, a global industry leader, is seeking a Customer Service Representative to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will efficiently and effectively manage the end-to-end customer journey.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage current customer accounts
- Handle a high volume of inbound calls
- Build and maintain relationships with carriers and customers
- Provide exceptional customer service to clients and carriers
- Resolve customer and carrier issues
- Provide quotes, arrange bookings, and take payments
- Demonstrate excellent multitasking skills and proficiency in computer software
- Represent the company professionally and serve as a role model to other employees
Job Requirements:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Adaptability to changes in the work environment
- Accuracy and ability to produce high-quality work
- Dependability
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in teams and be open to others' perspectives
- Respect for individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds
- Strong decision-making abilities

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Job Title: German Speaking Customer Service Administrator
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: £24,000-£25,000 per year
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Are you a skilled Customer Service Advisor seeking a new opportunity? Do you thrive in a fast-paced and modern work environment? Are you fluent in German?

Our client is a global leader in their industry and is seeking a Customer Service Representative to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the end-to-end customer journey efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

- Management of current customer accounts
- Handling a high volume of inbound phone calls
- Building and maintaining relationships with carriers and customers
- Providing exceptional customer service to clients and carriers
- Resolving customer and carrier issues
- Providing quotes, arranging bookings and taking payments
- Demonstrating excellent multitasking skills and proficiency in computer software
- Representing the company in a professional manner and serving as a role model to other employees

Job Requirements:

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Adaptability to changes in the work environment
- Accuracy and ability to produce high-quality work
- Dependability
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in teams and be open to others' perspectives
- Demonstrate respect for individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds
- Strong decision-making abilities

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Primary Teacher - P4 class - Fixed Term until 26/06/2025
Forthview Primary School

Salary: £33,594 - £50,589
Hours: 35 per week

Forthview is primary school in the heart of Pilton with over 400 pupils and 64 nursery. We aim to provide our children with learning experiences of the highest quality in a positive and caring environment, where everyone can feel happy, confident, and valued. We are committed to working in partnership with our parents and members of our learning community to ensure that our children achieve our vision for them ‘to be the best they can be.’

ForthviewPrimary School seeks to appoint a highly motivated teacher to join our team, teaching a P4 class.

Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

As part of our goal to improve our organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure that we’re bringing the best people into our roles, not just in their skills and experience but also in their approach to work.

Follow us on Twitter at @edincounciljobs

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Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Pupil Support Officer - fixed term until 28/02/2026
St Joseph's RC Primary School

Salary: £28,046 - £32,010 (pro-rata for sessional)
Hours: 36 per week, 39 weeks sessional

At St Joseph's RC PS, we place our children at the centre of all we do - believing that in the right environment where everyone’s needs are recognised and met, everyone can learn and grow. We nurture and promote partnerships between staff, pupils, parents and the community to encourage all learners to be the best they can be. We are inclusive, embrace diversity and respect everyone as equal. The successful candidate will work as part of a supportive staff team who are committed to providing a safe, secure and inclusive environment for all. A key role will be to develop positive relationships with learners, parents and the community to ensure all family needs are being me . They will show commitment to promoting health and wellbeing of all our pupils and families and help us to further develop a nurturing inclusive school where every individual is valued. This role will also involve you taking individuals or groups of pupils to do a range of interventions and supporting learners H&WB in the playground during breaks and lunch.

St Joseph’s RC Primary School is the Roman Catholic School in the west of Edinburgh serving an area from Carrickknowe and Forrester Park in the north to Clovenstone in the south and Balgreen in the east.

There are currently 10 primary classes and 39 nursery children.

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic, experienced Pupil Support Officer to join our vibrant team.

For more information please see our website. https://stjosephsrcprimaryedinburgh.wordpress.com

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

As part of our goal to improve our organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure that we’re bringing the best people into our roles, not just in their skills and experience but also in their approach to work.

To help achieve this, we’re changing the way we interview and assess candidates by moving from a competency-based interview approach to a behavioural and technical (skills for the job) based approach. This new way of interviewing will allow us to assess how you think and how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working.

You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours – The City of Edinburgh Council

Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range.

Follow us on Twitter at @edincounciljobs

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Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Curriculum Leader English & Languages - fixed term until 26/06/2025
Balerno Community High School

Salary: £66,606
Hours: 35 per week

Balerno High School is a fully comprehensive, non-denominational high school situated in the southwest of Edinburgh. We are proud to be school community built on strong relationships and a commitment to success. As part of our Gold Rights Respecting Schools status our school values promote excellence and resilience; and we provide a learning and teaching environment built on respect, honesty and inclusion.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled leader with drive and ambition who is committed to improvement and excellence. You will be joining a strong senior leadership team and liaising with teams of staff who are dedicated to providing the best for all young people in our community.

You should be committed to further raising the attainment and achievement of our pupils and be able to demonstrate impact in current educational developments. The successful candidate will be part of the middle leadership team and ensure high quality learning and teaching, with the aim of supporting all pupils to achieve their potential.

The successful candidate should be GTCS registered in either, English or a Modern language subject.

This post is a maternity cover from January to end of June 2025

For further information please visit our website at www.balernochs.wordpress.com or to discuss the posts please contact Calum Blair on 0131 477 7788

Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

As part of our goal to improve our organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure that we’re bringing the best people into our roles, not just in their skills and experience but also in their approach to work.

Follow us on Twitter at @edincounciljobs

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Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Pupil Support Assistant (Enhanced Support Provision) - Primary/ Secondary/ Early Stages
James Gillespie's High School 

Salary: £24,909 - £25,116 (pro rata for part time and sessional)
Hours: 27.50 per week, 39 weeks sessional

At James Gillespie’s High School, we work hard to create a nurturing environment in which all feel welcome and part of a larger family. We value high expectations, respect, inclusion, integrity and kindness.

With almost 1700 pupils we are one of the largest secondary schools in Edinburgh. Our Warrender Park Road campus comprises of a main teaching block (Malala Building), a state-of-the-art sports complex (Eric Liddell Sports Building) and an impressive music and drama suite including studio and theatre (Muriel Spark Building) with further teaching accommodation in our grade 1 listed building, Brunstfield House. We also have a newly refurbished annexe (Darroch) at Gillespie Street. Staff will regularly travel between the two sites.

We are looking to recruit a Pupil Support Assistant (Enhanced Support Provision). This is a part-time (27.5 hour), sessional, permanent position. Experience of working with young people with complex learning, social and emotional needs and additional support needs is desirable.

They will also be enthusiastic and have demonstrated contributions to department and whole school activities in previous posts.

For further information please visit our website at www.jamesgillespies.co.uk or email admin@jamesgillespies.edin.sch.uk.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

As part of our goal to improve our organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure that we’re bringing the best people into our roles, not just in their skills and experience but also in their approach to work.

To help achieve this, we’re changing the way we interview and assess candidates by moving from a competency-based interview approach to a behavioural and technical (skills for the job) based approach. This new way of interviewing will allow us to assess how you think and how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working.

You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours – The City of Edinburgh Council

Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range.

Follow us on Twitter at @edincounciljobs

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Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Teacher of Physical Education - Fixed term until 30/01/2026
St Thomas of Aquin's RC High School

Salary: £33,594 - £50,589
Hours: 35 per week

St Thomas of Aquin's Roman Catholic High School is a learning community which ensures a safe, supportive and enjoyable environment where pupils, staff, and parents are inspired and motivated to work hard for one another to fulfill pupils' God-given potential'. The school improvement plan focusses on the areas of improvement in children and young people's attainment/achievement, particularly in literacy and numeracy; closing the attainment gap between the most and least disadvantaged children and your people; improvement in children and young people's health and wellbeing; and improvement in employability skills and sustained, positive school leaver destinations for all young people. A major focus of the school's improvement plan is to continue to work towards ensuring there is no pattern between lower attainment and children living in poverty, delivery a high standard of learning for all of our pupils and ensuring that pupils progress into a positive and sustainable destination.

Teachers are responsible for seeking approval of the Bishop of a Diocese for appointment to any post in a Catholic School in that area. For details on how to seek approval please go to http://www.sces.uk.com/pages/approval.html

Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

As part of our goal to improve our organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure that we’re bringing the best people into our roles, not just in their skills and experience but also in their approach to work.

Follow us on Twitter at @edincounciljobs

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Pupil Support Assistant - Enhanced Support Base
Clovenstone Primary School

Salary: £24,909 - £25,116 (pro rata for part-time and sessional)
Hours: 26 per week, 39 weeks sessional

We are looking for a PSA to join the team at Clovenstone Primary School in our Enhanced Support Base.

The ESB is a specialised provision which is attended by children who have a diagnosis of autism and other complex needs. We have two classes with eight pupils in each, supported by two class teachers, two EYPs and two Pupil Support Assistants. The successful candidate will work in both classes. We are looking for someone with significant experience of supporting children with additional support needs as well as someone who is enthusiastic, reliable, self-motivated, understanding and has patience to support our young people in a nurturing learning environment. Being a strong team player is essential as is the ability to reflect on practice and a passion for continuing development.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

As part of our goal to improve our organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure that we’re bringing the best people into our roles, not just in their skills and experience but also in their approach to work.

To help achieve this, we’re changing the way we interview and assess candidates by moving from a competency-based interview approach to a behavioural and technical (skills for the job) based approach. This new way of interviewing will allow us to assess how you think and how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working.

You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours – The City of Edinburgh Council

Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range.

Follow us on Twitter at @edincounciljobs

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Justice Social Worker – Cross roads Team
Grindlay Street Court Social Work Centre

Salary: £37,626 - £44,257
Hours: Various as below:

2 posts - 36 hours per week & 21.5 hours per week

Edinburgh Justice Services are committed to providing high quality services and ensuring a compassionate approach to people who use our services, and to supporting staff wellbeing. An exciting opportunity has arisen for 2 Social Workers with a particular interest in Trauma Informed practice, Early Intervention and Groupwork to join the Crossroads service for men. Crossroads delivers a range of Justice interventions such as Diversion from Prosecution, Structured Deferred Sentences and Community Payback Orders. The overall remit of the team is to deliver a service that is responsive to the risks and needs of men affected by complex trauma.

Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Assessment and report writing

• Supervising and responding to people in the community and in custody

• Contributing to multi agency risk and safety planning and management

• Development and delivery of groupwork programmes such as Survive and Thrive

Candidates should demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, an understanding of National Outcomes and Standards and public protection, be willing to work in a dynamic environment and to contribute to an inclusive culture that values and respects diversity and lived experience.

Candidates will have a degree in Social Work and be registered, or eligible to register, with the SSSC.

For more information please contact Mark Mungavin, Senior Social Worker on 07849 353797 or Jacqueline Brown, Team Leader on 07596044071.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

As part of our goal to improve our organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure that we’re bringing the best people into our roles, not just in their skills and experience but also in their approach to work.

To help achieve this, we’re changing the way we interview and assess candidates by moving from a competency-based interview approach to a behavioural and technical (skills for the job) based approach. This new way of interviewing will allow us to assess how you think and how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working.

You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours – The City of Edinburgh Council

Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range.

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